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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES - 02122013 - C.03PDF Return C. 3 To: Board of Supervisors From: Julia R. Bueren, Public Works Date: February 12, 2013 Contra Costa County Subject:APPROVE the Walnut Boulevard Pedestrian and Bicycle Improvement Project, Walnut Creek area APPROVE OTHER RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD COMMITTEE Action of Board On: 02/12/2013 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED OTHER Clerks Notes: VOTE OF SUPERVISORS AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor Candace Andersen, District II Supervisor Mary N. Piepho, District III Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District IV Supervisor Federal D. Glover, District V Supervisor Contact:Mary Halle, 925-313-2327 I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors on the date shown. ATTESTED: February 12, 2013 David Twa, BY:STACEY M. BOYD , Deputy RECOMMENDATION(S): APPROVE the Walnut Boulevard Pedestrian and Bicycle Improvement Project and AUTHORIZE the Public Works Director, or designee, to advertise the project. ADOPT Resolution No. 2013/88 to APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Public Works Director, or designee, to submit a 2013/2014 Transportation Development Act (TDA) Grant Application to the Metropolitan Transportation Commission in the total amount of $100,000 for Fiscal Year 2013/2014 for the Walnut Boulevard Pedestrian and Bicycle Improvement Project. RECOMMENDATION(S): (CONT'D) FIND the project is a California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Class 3 Categorical Exemption, pursuant to Article 19, Section 15303(d) of the CEQA Guidelines; and DIRECT the Director of Conservation and Development to file the Notice of Exemption with the County Clerk; and AUTHORIZE the Public Works Director to arrange for payment of $25 fee to the Department of Conservation and Development for processing, and a $50 fee to the County Clerk for filing the Notice of Exemption. FISCAL IMPACT: If awarded TDA funding, this project will be funded approximately 10% TDA funds and 90% Central County Area of Benefit funds. BACKGROUND: Applying for and obtaining grants allows the County to construct more improvements than would be possible otherwise. The Countywide Bicycle Advisory Committee (CBAC) reviewed the candidate projects and recommended this project as a worthy candidate. The Walnut Boulevard Pedestrian and Bicycle Improvement Project consists of construction of 2400 feet of Pedestrian path from Walnut Heights Elementary School to Clarkin Court to join the existing sidewalk. It also includes signage for a class III bike route from the Walnut Heights Elementary School to Mountain View Boulevard. Several community meetings have been conducted during project scoping and the project is supported by the Walnut Heights PTA, and Walnut Creek School District. CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION: Delay in approving the project may jeopardize funding. CHILDREN'S IMPACT STATEMENT: Not applicable. AgendaQuick©2005 - 2022 Destiny Software Inc., All Rights Reserved MTC Programming and Allocations Section April 2005 TDA Article 3 Model Resolution Page 1 Resolution No. INSERT NUMBER Attachment B page INSERT PAGE NUMBER of INSERT TOTAL PAGE NUMBERS TDA Article 3 Project Application Form Fiscal Year of this Claim: 2013/14 Applicant: Contra Costa County Public Works Department Contact person: Mary Halle Mailing Address: 255 Glacier Drive, Martinez, CA 94553 E-Mail Address: mhall@pw.cccounty.us Telephone: 925-313-2327 Secondary Contact (in event primary not available) Chris Lau E-Mail Address: clau@pw.cccounty.us Telephone: 925-313-2293 Short Title Description of Project: Walnut Boulevard Pedestrian & Bicycle Improvement Project Amount of claim: $100,000 Functional Description of Project: Install a pedestrian path on the north easterly side of Walnut Boulevard from Walnut Heights Elementary School to Clarkin Court to join the existing sidewalk improvements. Install a class III bike route from Walnut Heights Elementary School to Mountain View Boulevard. The project will install 2400 feet of pedestrian path that will connect to an existing pedestrian facility. The project will also include installation of curb ramps and driveways, utility relocation, minor grading, drainage modifications, and installation of bike route signage. The project is supported by the Walnut Heights School Community. Financial Plan: List the project elements for which TDA funding is being requested (e.g., planning, environmental, e ngineering, right-of-way, construction, inspection, contingency, audit). Use the table below to show the project budget. Include prior and proposed future funding of the project. If the project is a segment of a larger project, include prior and proposed funding sources for the other segments. Project Elements: Planning, Design, and Construction Funding Source All Prior FYs Application FY Next FY Following FYs Totals TDA Article 3 $100,000 $100,000 list all other sources: 1. Central County AOB $995,000 $995,000 2. 3. 4. Totals $1,095,000 $1,095,000 Project Eligibility: YES?/NO? A. Has the project been approved by the claimant's governing body? (If "NO," provide the approximate date approval is anticipated). YES B. Has this project previously received TDA Article 3 funding? If "YES," provide an explanation on a separate page. NO C. For "bikeways," does the project meet Caltrans minimum safety design criteria pursuant to Chapter 1000 of the California Highway Design Manual? (Available on the internet via: http://www.dot.ca.gov). YES D. Has the project been reviewed by a Bicycle Advisory Committee? (If "NO," provide an explanation). YES E. Has the public availability of the environmental compliance documentation for the project (pursuant to CEQA) been evidenced by the dated stamping of the document by the county clerk or county recorder? (required only for projects that include construction). YES F. Will the project be completed before the allocation expires? Enter the anticipated completion date of project (month and year) Fall 2014 YES G. Have provisions been made by the claimant to maintain the project or facility, or has the claimant arranged for such maintenance by another agency? (If an agency other than the Claimant is to maintain the facility provide its name: ) YES TDA Article 3 Claim Applications Appendix A Page 1 January 24, 2013 Purpose and Need The purpose of this project is to provide a pedestrian path to extend approximately 2,400 feet on the northeasterly side of Walnut Boulevard from Walnut Heights Elementary School to join the existing sidewalk at Clarkin Court. Pedestrian facilities currently do not exist in this area and pedestrians currently walk within the traveled way or within the gravel shoulder or ditch. There is an enthusiastic community of walkers that walk to school as well as for recreation and to improve quality of life. The proposed project will shift pedestrians from the travel lanes to a separate path, safe from motorists. The attached photos demonstrate the project need as it is sometimes difficult to see students on the shoulder amongst shadows and roadside vegetation. The project also includes signage of a Class III bike route to join the Class III bike route in the City of Walnut Creek on either side of the project limits. The project was initially suggested by community members at a neighborhood meeting to discuss road safety in 2010. Two additional community meetings were held to discuss the project scope. Installation of pedestrian facilities and bike lanes on both sides of the street was initially considered, but the resulting preferred alternative is to install a path on only the northeasterly side to minimize impact to trees and to stretch funding so that the pedestrian improvements can extend farther and connect to an existing sidewalk. This will complete a 1.5 mile continuous path. It is anticipated that construction of the project will increase the number of students walking or biking to school in the morning and afternoon commutes and will reduce congestion. In addition, the path will comply with the requirements according to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to make the area accessible for all users. Support letters are included from the following groups, Districts, officials, and individuals:  California Senator, Mark DeSaulnier  California Assemblymember, Joan Buchanan  Contra Costa Board of Supervisors  Walnut Creek School Board  Walnut Heights Elementary School Parent Teacher Association (PTA)  Walnut Heights Elementary School Principal  Michelle Panacci, community parent with limited mobility  Contra Costa Health Services Department  Petition signed by approximately 120 parents from the Walnut Heights community Walnut Boulevard Pedestrian and Bicycle Improvement Project MTC Prog. & Alloc. Section April. 2005 TDA Article 3 Claim Applications Appendix A Page 2 Project Description Project Length = 2,400 feet This project will consist of constructing approximately 2,400 linear feet of pedestrian path from Walnut Heights Elementary School to Clarkin Court. In addition, the project scope also includes installation of a Class III bike route to extend 3,500 feet from Walnut Heights Elementary School to Mountain View Boulevard. The scope consists of installation of the following: five foot wide asphalt path, asphalt berm to separate motorists from pedestrians, concrete curb, gutter, and/or sidewalk as necessary to match existing improvements, curb ramps, bike route signage, “share the road” signage, minor drainage modifications, curb ramps, two foot high retaining wall where necessary, driveway conform grading, relocate utilities, and remove approximately nine trees to include eucalyptus and native saplings. Preparation for construction will include a nesting bird survey if work occurs between March and July and consultation with a certified arborist to assure proper treatments for any necessary root trimming. The Construction Process Includes:  Clear and grubbing  Minor Grading  Construct asphalt path  Install curb and gutter and sidewalk to match existing  Install separated berm to separate pedestrians from motorists  Driveways  Curb ramp  Construct approximately 2’ high timber retaining walls  Drainage modifications as necessary  Install bike route and “share the road” signage G:\EngSvc\ENVIRO\TransEng\Walnut Blvd Pedestrian and Bicycle Project (WO#4176)\NOE_1-7-13.doc Revised 2012 CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT Notice of Exemption To: Office of Planning and Research From: Contra Costa County P.O. Box 3044, Room 113 Dept. of Conservation & Development Sacramento, CA 95812-3044 30 Muir Road Martinez, CA 94553 County Clerk County of: Contra Costa Project Title: Walnut Boulevard Pedestrian and Bicycle Improvement Project , WO#4176, CP# 12-50 Project Applicant: Contra Costa County Public Works Department , 255 Glacier Drive, Martinez, CA 94553 Project Location – Specific: Walnut Boulevard between Bellows Court and Mountain View Boulevard Project Location - City: Walnut Creek Project Location – County: Contra Costa 1. Description of Nature, Purpose and Beneficiaries of Project : Contra Costa County Public Wo rks Department proposes to construct an approximately 2,400 -foot long pedestrian path and associated facilities from Walnut Heights Elementary School to Clarkin Court. In addition, an approximately 3,500 -foot long Class III bike route will be designated from the school to Mountain View Boulevard to join the planned bike route in the City of Walnut Creek on both sides of the project limits. Residents and students walk or bike within the travel lanes of Walnut Boulevard due to the lack of pedestrian facilitie s. An American Disabilities Act (ADA)- compliant pedestrian path is needed to provide an accessible path of travel. Most of the road section has no curb and gutter. The proposed improvements include construction of a 5 -foot wide asphalt path, an asphalt berm to separate motorists from pedestrians, concrete curb, gutter, and/or sidewalk as necessary to match existing improvements; curb ramps, bike route signage, minor drainage modifications including a headwall at an existing culvert, two-foot high retaining wall where necessary, driveway conform grading, and utility relocations. The improvements will result in the need to remove approximately nine trees that include eucalyptus and native oak saplings. Preparation for construction will include a nesting bird s urvey if work occurs between March and July and consultation with a certified arborist to ensure proper treatments for any necessary root trimming. Real property transactions may be necessary in support of the project. Name of Public Agency Approving Project: Contra Costa County Name of Person or Agency Carrying Out Project: Contra Costa County Public Works Department Exempt Status: Ministerial Project (Sec. 21080(b) (1); 15268 Categorical Exemption: 15303(d) Declared Emergency (Sec. 21080(b)(3); 15269(a)) Other Statutory Exemption, Code no.: Emergency Project (Sec. 21080(b)(4); 15269(b)) General Rule of Applicability Reasons why project is exempt: The project consists of construction of limited numbers of new, small facilities or structures. Lead Agency Contact Person: Claudia Gemberling Area Code/Telephone/Extension: (925) 313-2192 If filed by applicant: 1. Attach certified document of exemption finding. 2. Has a Notice of Exemption been filed by the public agency approving the project? Yes No Signature:___________________________________ Date:________________ Title: ______________________ Signed by Lead Agency Signed by Applicant AFFIDAVIT OF FILING AND POSTING I declare that on I received and posted this notice as required by California Public Resources Code Section 21152(c). Said notice will remain posted for 30 days from the filing date. Signature Title Applicant: Department of Fish and Game Fees Due Contra Costa County Public Works Department EIR - $2,995.25 Total Due: $ 75.00 255 Glacier Drive Neg. Dec. - $2,156.25 Total Paid $ Martinez, CA 94553 DeMinimis Findings - $0 Attn: Claudia Gemberling County Clerk - $50 Receipt #: Environmental Division Phone: (925) 313-2192 Conservation & Development - $25 G:\EngSvc\ENVIRO\TransEng\Walnut Blvd Pedestrian and Bicycle Project (WO#4176)\NOE_1-7-13.doc Revised 2012 CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT Notice of Exemption To: Office of Planning and Research From: Contra Costa County P.O. Box 3044, Room 113 Dept. of Conservation & Development Sacramento, CA 95812-3044 30 Muir Road Martinez, CA 94553 County Clerk County of: Contra Costa Project Title: Walnut Boulevard Pedestrian and Bicycle Improvement Project , WO#4176, CP# 12-50 Project Applicant: Contra Costa County Public Works Department , 255 Glacier Drive, Martinez, CA 94553 Project Location – Specific: Walnut Boulevard between Bellows Court and Mountain View Boulevard Project Location - City: Walnut Creek Project Location – County: Contra Costa 1. Description of Nature, Purpose and Beneficiaries of Project : Contra Costa County Public Wo rks Department proposes to construct an approximately 2,400 -foot long pedestrian path and associated facilities from Walnut Heights Elementary School to Clarkin Court. In addition, an approximately 3,500 -foot long Class III bike route will be designated from the school to Mountain View Boulevard to join the planned bike route in the City of Walnut Creek on both sides of the project limits. Residents and students walk or bike within the travel lanes of Walnut Boulevard due to the lack of pedestrian facilitie s. An American Disabilities Act (ADA)- compliant pedestrian path is needed to provide an accessible path of travel. Most of the road section has no curb and gutter. The proposed improvements include construction of a 5 -foot wide asphalt path, an asphalt berm to separate motorists from pedestrians, concrete curb, gutter, and/or sidewalk as necessary to match existing improvements; curb ramps, bike route signage, minor drainage modifications including a headwall at an existing culvert, two-foot high retaining wall where necessary, driveway conform grading, and utility relocations. The improvements will result in the need to remove approximately nine trees that include eucalyptus and native oak saplings. Preparation for construction will include a nesting bird s urvey if work occurs between March and July and consultation with a certified arborist to ensure proper treatments for any necessary root trimming. Real property transactions may be necessary in support of the project. Name of Public Agency Approving Project: Contra Costa County Name of Person or Agency Carrying Out Project: Contra Costa County Public Works Department Exempt Status: Ministerial Project (Sec. 21080(b) (1); 15268 Categorical Exemption: 15303(d) Declared Emergency (Sec. 21080(b)(3); 15269(a)) Other Statutory Exemption, Code no.: Emergency Project (Sec. 21080(b)(4); 15269(b)) General Rule of Applicability Reasons why project is exempt: The project consists of construction of limited numbers of new, small facilities or structures. Lead Agency Contact Person: Claudia Gemberling Area Code/Telephone/Extension: (925) 313-2192 If filed by applicant: 1. Attach certified document of exemption finding. 2. Has a Notice of Exemption been filed by the public agency approving the project? Yes No Signature:___________________________________ Date:________________ Title: ______________________ Signed by Lead Agency Signed by Applicant AFFIDAVIT OF FILING AND POSTING I declare that on I received and posted this notice as required by California Public Resources Code Section 21152(c). Said notice will remain posted for 30 days from the filing date. Signature Title Applicant: Department of Fish and Game Fees Due Contra Costa County Public Works Department EIR - $2,995.25 Total Due: $ 75.00 255 Glacier Drive Neg. Dec. - $2,156.25 Total Paid $ Martinez, CA 94553 DeMinimis Findings - $0 Attn: Claudia Gemberling County Clerk - $50 Receipt #: Environmental Division Phone: (925) 313-2192 Conservation & Development - $25