HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES - 07292014 - C.02RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE improvement plans for the Byron Highway-Byer Road Pedestrian Improvements, as recommended by the
Public Works Director, Byron area.
FISCAL IMPACT:
No fiscal impact.
BACKGROUND:
The purpose of this work is to improve pedestrian safety near Excelsior Middle School in the Byron area. The
principal at Excelsior Middle School contacted County staff and requested that a foot path be provided as a necessary
improvement for student safety. The work includes constructing a five foot wide asphalt path along Byron Highway
from Byer Road to Hannum Drive. A Rectangular Rapid Flash Beacon (RRFB) with pedestrian actuated push button
will be constructed on each side of the crosswalk on Byron Highway. The work will also include asphalt paving on
the east and west side of the crosswalk to provide a refuge area for students as they await a gap in traffic to cross the
road. The path and RRFB will provide a benefit to students as well as all pedestrians who want to cross Byron
Highway in this vicinity.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
The path and RRFB will not be constructed.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 07/29/2014 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYES 5 NOES ____
ABSENT ____ ABSTAIN ____
RECUSE ____
Contact: Michelle Cordis,
925-313-7007
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: July 29, 2014
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stacey M. Boyd, Deputy
cc:
C. 2
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Julia R. Bueren, Public Works Director/Chief Engineer
Date:July 29, 2014
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:APPROVE improvement plans for the Byron Highway-Byer Road Pedestrian Improvements
CHILDREN'S IMPACT STATEMENT:
The work is located in the vicinity of Excelsior Middle School and will provide for greater safety for students
walking to the school.
ATTACHMENTS
Byron Hwy-Byer Road Ped Path