HomeMy WebLinkAboutRESOLUTIONS - 01012004 - 2004-188 THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF CONTRA COSTA COUNTY,CALIFORNIA
Adopted this Resolution on April 20,2004 by the following vote:
AYES: SUPERVISORS GIOIA, UILKEMA, GREENBERG, DESAULNIER AND GLOVER
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE RESOLUTION NO.2004/ 188
SUBJECT: APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Public Works Director to submit a 2004/2005
Transportation Development Act Grant Application to Metropolitan
Transportation Commission in the amount of$379,928 for Fiscal Year 2004/2005
for the Bicycle Safety Education Program, Pacifica Avenue AC Path/Curb Ramps
project and the San Pablo Darn Road Sidewalk Gap Closure project, Project No.
0676-6P1025.
WHEREAS, Article 3 of the Transportation Development Act (TDA), Public Utilities
Code (PUC) Section 99200 et sem., authorizes the submission of claims to a regional
transportation planning agency for the funding of projects exclusively for the benefit and/or use
of pedestrians and bicyclists; and
WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC), as the regional
transportation planning agency for the San Francisco Bay region, has adopted MTC Resolution
No. 875, Revised, entitled "Transportation Development Act, Article 3, Pedestrian/Bicycle
Projects," which delineates procedures and criteria for submission of requests for the allocation
of"TDA Article 3"funding; and
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.
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Orig.Dept.: Public Works(TE) ATTESTED: APRIL 20, 2004
Contact; Eric Hu(313-2192) JOHN SWEETEN,Clerk of the Board of Supervisors and
cc: S.Kowalewski,TE County Administrator
B.Fernandez,TE
C.Raynolds,PW Accounting
By . ,Deputy
Resolution No. 2004/ 188
SUBJECT: APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Public Works Director to submit a 2004/2005
Transportation Development Act Grant Application to Metropolitan
Transportation Commission in the amount of$379,928 for Fiscal Year 2004/2005
for the Bicycle Safety Education Program, Pacifica Avenue AC Path/Curb Ramps
project and the San Pablo Dam Road Sidewalk Gap Closure project, Project No.
0676-6P 1025.
DATE: April 20,2004
PAGE: 2
WHEREAS, MTC Resolution No. 875, Revised requires that requests for the allocation
of TDA Article 3 funding be submitted as part of a single, countywide coordinated claim from
each county in the San Francisco Bay region; and
WHEREAS, the CONTRA COSTA COUNTY desires to submit a request to MTC for
the allocation of TDA Article 3 funds to support the projects described in Attachment B to this
resolution, which are for the exclusive benefit and/or use of pedestrians and/or bicyclists; now,
therefore,be it.
RESOLVED, that the CONTRA COSTA COUNTY declares it is eligible to request an
allocation of TDA Article 3 funds pursuant to Section 99234 of the Public Utilities Code, and
f n thermore,be it.
RESOLVED, that there is no pending or threatened litigation that might adversely affect
the project or projects described in Attachment B to this resolution, or that might impair the
ability of the CONTRA COSTA COUNTY to carry out the project; and furthermore, be it.
RESOLVED, that the CONTRA COSTA COUNTY attests to the accuracy of and
approves the statements in Attachment A to this resolution; and furthermore, be it.
RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution and its attachments, and any
accompanying supporting materials shall be forwarded to the congestion management agency,
countywide transportation planning agency, or county association of governments, as the case
may be, of CONTRA COSTA COUNTY for submission to MTC as part of the countywide
coordinated TDA Article 3 claim.
Resolution No. 2004/ 188
Attachment A
Re: Request to the Metropolitan Transportation Commission for the Allocation of Fiscal Year
2004/2005 Transportation Development Act. Article 3. Pedestrian/Biacle Project Fundin-g
Findings
page 1 of 2
1. That the CONTRA COSTA COUNTY is not legally impeded from submitting a request to
the Metropolitan Transportation Commission for the allocation of Transportation
Development Act(TDA)Article 3 funds,nor is the CONTRA COSTA COUNTY legally
impeded from undertaking the project(s)described in Attachment B of this resolution.
2. That the CONTRA COSTA COUNTY has committed adequate staffingresources to
complete the project(s)described on Attachment B.
3. A review of the project(s)described in Attachment B has resulted in the consideration of all
pertinent matters,including those related to environmental and right-of-way permits and
clearances, attendant to the successful completion of the project(s).
4. Issues attendant to securing environmental and right-of-way permits and clearances for the
projects described in Attachment B have been reviewed and will be concluded in a manner
and on a schedule that will not jeopardize the deadline for the use of the TDA funds being
requested.
5. That the project(s) described in Attachment B comply with the requirements of the California
Environmental Quality Act(CEQA, Public Resources Code Sections 21000 et seq.), and that
the CONTRA COSTA COUNTY is in possession of the document(s), or will have by June
2004, supporting such compliance, said document(s)having been made available to for
public review and stamped by the County Clerk or County Recorder of the county in which
the claimant is located.
6. That as portrayed in the budgetary description(s)of the project(s)in Attachment B,the
sources of funding other than TDA are assured and adequate for completion of the project(s).
7. That the project(s)described in Attachment B are for capital construction and/or design
engineering; and/or for the maintenance of a Class I bikeway which is closed to motorized
traffic; and/or for the purposes of restriping Class II bicycle lanes; and/or for the development
or support of a bicycle safety education program; and/or for the development of a
comprehensive bicycle and/or pedestrian facilities plan, and an allocation of TDA Article 3
funding for such a plan has not been received by the CONTRA COSTA COUNTY within the
prior five fiscal years.
8. That the project(s)described in Attachment B, which are bicycle projects that have been
included in a detailed bicycle circulation element included in an adopted general plan, or
included in an adopted comprehensive bikeway plan(such as outlined in Section 2377 of the
California Bikeways Act, Streets and Highways Code section 2370 et sea.).
Resolution No. 2004/
Attachment B
page 1 of 2
TDA Article 3 Project Application Form
Fiscal Year of this Claim:2004-05 Applicant:Contra Costa Health Services
Contact person:Nancy Baer,Inlury Prevention Program Manager
E-Mail Address:nbaer(d)hsd.co.contra-costa.ca.us Telephone:925-313-6837
Secondary Contact:Kevin Co7igan,Program Administrator
E-Mall Address:kcorrigafthsd.co.contra-costa.ca.us Telephone:925-313-6815
Short Title Description of Prolect:Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Education Prosect
Amount of claim:$20,000
Functional Description of Project:
Contra Costa Health Services will provide bicycle and pedestrian safety education to low-income residents of Contra Costa County,particularly
children
Financial Plan:See below
Project Elements:Contra Costa Health Services will provide bicycle ands pedestrian safety education to low-income residents of Contra Costa
County,particularly children.Activities for 04-05 will include the Rm de Helmet Sank,Bike Days Safety Events Traffic Safety Education and Walk to
School Events
Fundins Source All Prior FYs A scation FY Next FY Following FYs Totals
TDA Article 3 $211,062 $20,000
list ah other sowees:
1.CCHS $121,750 $15,221
2.
3.
4.
Totals $332,812 1$35,221
Project Eligibility: YES?/N07
A. Has the project been approved by the claimants governing body? (If"NO,"on the next page provide the N/A
approximate date approval is anticipated).
B. Has this project previously received TDA Article 3 funding? if"YES,"provide an explanation on the next page. Yes
C. For"bikeways,"does the project meet Caltrans minimum safety design criteria pursuant to Chapter 1000 of the N/A
California Highway Design Manual?(Available on the internet at
htto:/lwww.dot.ca.govlha/0pi)d/hdmlchapters/t100t.htm).
D. Has the project been reviewed by a Bicycle Advisory Committee?(If"NO,"provide an explanation on the next page). Yes
E. Has the public availability of the environmental compliance documentation for the project(pursuant to CEQA)been N/A
evidenced by the dated stamping of the document by the county clerk or county recorder? (If"NO"provide and
explanation on the next page,and note that MTC cannot allocate funds to a project which lacks environmental
clearance).
F. Will the project be completed within the three fiscal year time period(including the fiscal year of funding)after which Yes
the allocation expires? Enter the anticipated completion date of project(month and year)
G. Have provisions been made by the claimant to maintain the project or facility,or has the claimant arranged for such N/A
maintenance by another agency? (if an agency other than the Claimant is to maintain the facility provide its name:
Attachment B
page 2 of 2
TDA Article 3 Project Application Form
Explanatory Comments Page
Short Title Description of Project: Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Education Project
Enter explanatory comments below, as required due to certain "YES"or"NO"answers to items "A"through
"G"on the Project Application Form, or to provide information that will not fit on the application form,or to
provide information that will clarify any potential confusion concerning the scope, cost or schedule of the
project.
B. For several years,Contra Costa Health Services has received TDA funding to conduct annual
bicycle and pedestrian safety activities benefiting low-income Contra Costa residents.
D. The preliminary application was submitted to the County Bicycle Advisory Committee for
review. The CBAC supported funding this project at the maximum allowable by TDA Article 3
guidelines(5%of total fund).
See also attached Project Description
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Contra Costa Health Services
Community Wellness&Prevention Program
Proposed Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Education Projects,FY 2004-2005
Project Descdption:
Contra Costa Health Services Community Wellness &Prevention Program(CW&PP) proposed 04-05
TDA Article 3 Bicycle/Pedestrian Safety Project will continue core bicycle and pedestrian safety
educational activities in school and community settings.These include the Contra Costa Helmet Bank,
Bike Days Events,Walk to School events,and Traffic Safety Presentations as described in the next
section. This year,TDA funds will help implement educational recommendations developed by the
West Contra Costa Safe Communities Project- specifically the Street Smarts traffic safety education
campaign which will hick off in early 2004.
Pmject Activities•
Contra.Costa Helmet Bank
CW&PP will continue to administer the Contra Costa Helmet Bank and provide educational materials
about helmet use and the California Helmet Law. Approximately 950 helmets will be provided to
children of low-income Contra Costa families to promote bicycle safety.Helmetsdistributed through
the Helmet Bank are individually fitted to each child by trained personnel and supplemented by one-
on one education,a parent pledge,and take-home materials about correct helmet use.During the 2004
- 05 fiscal year,we will again prioritize specific groups for helmet distribution to maintain our
effectiveness in reaching low-income groups,as follows:
Contra Costa Fire District's Bikes for T lees program- CW&PP will provide approximately 250
helmets during the holiday season.Bines for Tykes is a holiday gift program for children of
families participating in several of the larger county-wide social service programs.
Law Enforcement and Community Groups- CW&PP will provide helmets to Law
Enforcement Agencies and Community Groups who conduct bicycle safety education with
helmet distribution. These groups will be provided with verbal instructions,written safety tips
and the Parent Pledge to help insure that helmets are fitted properly and there is a family
commitment to wear them
Contra Costa Bike Da;�s Safety Education Events
CWS&PP will provide at least ten groups throughout the County with technical assistance, equipment
and materials to help them conduct bicycle safety education events. This includes use of the Safe Moves
Trailer and Bike Days guide.These items enable school and community groups to conduct a Bike Days
"Rodeo" consisting of a series of safety skills training stations that each child must successfully
complete.Some stations foster the physical skills necessary for safe cycling while others teach rules of
the road and traffic skills.Parents are encouraged to accompany their children through the rodeo
course,so they can model and reinforce traffic skills.The Parent Pledge and written safety tips are also
provided.
Walk to School events
Walk To School events will be conducted in selected schools as part of a coordinated package of
bicycle and pedestrian safety education (see below). In addition, CSS will contact all elementary
school PTA presidents to alert them to "Walk to School" event promotional materials available on-line
through the state Walk to School headquarters.This international movement was created to encourage
more children to walk to school and highlight safety concerns on routes to school,',and the materials
will assist the schools in conducting their own event.
Traffic Safety Presentations
In two selected Contra Costa communities, CW&PP will provide classroom traffic safety presentations
based on a comprehensive traffic safety curriculum developed by CCS. The curriculum emphasizes
pedestrian and bicycle safety,encourages biking and walking, and includes safety practices for using
scooters,skateboards, and inline skates.In these schools,at least one bicycle rodeo,and walk to school
event will be conducted by CCHS to enhance the classroom presentations. In addition to students,
faculty, and parents will be encouraged to participate.In all of these activities,posters and other give-
aways developed by the West Contra Costa Street Smarts Campaign will be included to emphasize
traffic safety messages.
Materials to be used in educational activities
Bike Days Guide
Top Ten Bike Safetytips
"Walk to School" materials
Total budget for these projects is $20,000 including personnel costs and helmets. Please see attached
line-item budget. .
Attachment B
page j of 5
TDA Article 3 Project Application Form
Fiscal Year of this Claim: 2004 Applicant: Contra Costa County Public Works
Contact person: Eric Hu
E-Mail Address: ehuftw.co.contra-costa.caus Telephone: {925)393-2192
Secondary Contact(in event primary not available? Warren Lai
E-Mail Address: wfel(8-pw.co.contra-cosfs.ce.us Telephone: (9M 393-2008
Short Title Descrltrtion of Project: Pac ica Ave.AC PathlCurb Ramp
Amount of claim: $991.000
Functional Description of Project:
This protect is in the Bay Point area along Pacifica Avenue between Anchor Drive and the Rio Vista Elementsry School. It consists of constructing
fourteen wheel chap accessible curb romps,402 feet of AC Dik&Path 600 feet of 18 inch story drain pine and replacing roadside signs, The protect
will also consist of Lonstructing five drainage inlets and one manhole All five of the drainage inlets will have btcIK&fdan ly orates The storm drain
system is needed to prevent water frogponding in the existing bike lanes as well as to preventthe water from draining around the curb refums of
the AC path Water frowma around the curb ramps may&_wff dirt and other substances et the foot of the ramp which may be a slip hazard for
wheelchairs, This AC Path/Curb Ramp project will extend the existing pedestrian sidewalk facility to the front of Rio nista School providing safe
pedestnen access for students to walk to and from the three schools along Pacifica Ave.
Financial Plan:
List the project elements for which TDA funding is being requested(e.g.,planning,environmental,engineering,right-of-way,
construction,construction management,contingency). 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(make certain the use of the currently requested funding is made clear in the"Project Elements"section
below,and include any other clarifying information on the next page).
Project Elements: Plannina enrtlneerrnm construction,construction management and contingency
Funding Source All Prior FYs AEpllcafion FY Next FY Followi FYs Totals
TDA Article 3 $191,000 $191,000
list all other sources:
i.Local Funds $32,000 $32,000
2.
3.
4.
Totals $32,000 $191,000 $223,000
Project Eligibility: YES?1Nt1?
A. Has the project been approved by the claimant's governing body? (if"NO,"on the next page provide the YES
approximate date approval is anticipated).
B. Has this project previously received TDA Article 3 funding? if"YES,"provide an explanation on the next page. NO
C For"bikeways,8 does the project meet Caltrans minimum safety design criteria pursuant to Chapter 1000 of the NIA
California Highway Design Manual?(Available on the internet at:
http://www.dot.ca.aovlhaloppolttdm/chaptersttl 041.htm).
D. Has the project been reviewed by a Bicycle Advisory Committee?(If%0,"provide an explanation on the next page). YES
RESOLUTION NO.2004/
Attachment B
page 2 of 5
E. Has the public availability of the environmental compliance documentation for the project(pursuant to CEQA)been YES
evidenced by the dated stamping of the document by the county clerk or county recorder? (If"NO"provide and
explanation on the next page;and note that MTC cannot allocate funds to a project which lacks environmental
clearance).
F. Will the project be completed within the three fiscal year time period(including the fiscal year of funding)after which YES
the allocation expires? Enter the anticipated completion date of project(month and year) ggtober 2005
G. Have provisions been made by the claimant to maintain the project or facility,or has the claimant arranged for such YES
maintenance by another agency? (if an agency other than the Claimant is to maintain the facility provide its name:
RESOLUTION NO.2004/
Attachment B
page 3 of 5
TDA Article 3 Project Application Farm
Explanatory Comments Page
Short Title Description of Proi ect: Paczfica Ave. AC Path/Curb Ramp
Enter explanatory comments below, as required due to certain"YES"or"NO"answers to items"A"through
"G"on the Project Application Form, or to provide information that will not fit on the application form,or to
provide information that will clarify any potential confusion concerning the scope, cost or schedule of the
project.
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RESOLUTION NO.2004/
Attachment B
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Existing Condition:
The Pacifica Avenue AC Path/Curb Ramp project is located in the Bay Point area,northwest of the
Port Chicago Highway/Willow Pass Road intersection. Pacifica Avenue is a two lane residential
street connecting Driftwood Drive to the west to Port Chicago Highway(one of the main road
arterials in Bay Point)to the east. There are three schools located along Pacifica Avenue, and a
commercial district with regional bus route access near the Port Chicago Highway intersection(see
Appendix A). Currently there are no ADA(American with Disabilities)compliant curb ramps on
Pacifica Avenue, but there are sidewalks extending along the south side of the road (between Port
Chicago Highway and Mariners Cove Drive) and along the north side of the road(between Port
Chicago Highway and Inlet Drive.) There is a Class II bike lane facility on both sides of Pacifica
Avenue between Port Chicago Highway and Mariners Cover Drive, and a 4-foot to 10-foot shoulder
along both sides of the roadway between Mariners Cover Drive and Driftwood Drive.
Proiect Benefit:
The Pacifica Avenue AC Path/Curb Ramp project has a variety of benefits ranging from bicycle
safety enhancement to pedestrian connectivity to schools. Pacifica Avenue is listed as part of the
Ultimate Eastern Contra Costa County Bicycle Facilities by the East Contra Costa County Bikeway
Plan, and has received strong support from local school officials.
The proposed project will construct 14 ADA compliant curb ramps along Pacifica Avenue between
Port Chicago Highway and Rio Vista Elementary School and construct a 6-foot wide AC path from
Mariners Cove Drive to the front of Rio Vista School (See Appendix B). The completed project will
provide one complete ADA compliant pedestrian facility from Port Chicago Highway to Rio Vista
School along the south side of Pacifica Avenue,connecting students in the area to the three schools
on Pacifica Avenue and connecting residents to the commercial centers on Port Chicago Highway.
A 600-foot storm drain system will need to be constructed between Mariners Cove Drive and Rio
Vista School to facilitate adequate drainage to the AC path in front of Rio Vista School. The new
storm drain will also provide drainage for the shoulder area of the roadway between Mariners Cove
Drive and Rio Vista School,thus enhancing the safety of the bicyclists riding in the shoulder area.
Protect Need:
The project is needed to provide an ADA compliant pedestrian facility along Pacifica to connect
students and residents to the three local schools and to the commercial centers on Port Chicago
Highway. A large portion of Pacifica Avenue already has sidewalks on both sides of the street, but
students are still walking to Rio Vista School on dirt and mud in the proposed project area(during
raining seasons). Disabled residents currently use wheelchairs in the shoulder area of the roadway
with only one to two feet of clearance from the travel lanes. Numerous residents in the area have
expressed their support for any projects to improve pedestrian safety and ADA compliance in the
RESOLUTION NO.2004/
Attachment B
page 5 of 5
area(see attached letters). Ultimately,the proposed path will provide a safe facility in a high
pedestrian volume area.
The proposed project scope contains the minimum improvements required to maintain proper traffic,
environmental, and drainage standards,and is part of the continuing effort to improve bicycle and
pedestrian safety in the area. Past projects included the 2003 Wharf Drive Pedestrian Path project,
which constructed sidewalks along Wharf Drive and along part of Pacifica Avenue on the north side
(see Appendix E). The 2003 Wharf Drive Pedestrian Path project was locally funded at a cost of
$109,281.
Matching Funds:
Contra Costa County Public Works staff has already begun the Planning Engineering stage, and has
completed the environmental process. A total of$32,000 of Local Funds has been spent to cover the
cost of planning engineering and the environmental process.
Prosect Cost:
The total project cost is approximately$223,000, with the following breakdown:
Item Cost Total Local Funds
Contract Cost.......................................... $144,806 $0
Planning& Des' E ineeria ................... $29,000 $29,000
Construeton Engineering.......................... $26,065 $0
Rightof Way.......................................... $0 $0
Environmental........................................ $3,000 $3,000
Clean Water Treatment............................. $2,896 $0
Contin en ........................................... $17,087 $0
Total= $223,000 $32,000
Amount of TDA Funds Needed=$223,000 - $32,000= 191,00
RESOLUTION NO.2004/
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'"�7IABLC?MMM SCHOOL DI'S"'I RILL'
RIO`VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
611 Pacifica Avenue
Bay Point,CtWornia 94565-1359
(510) 456-6101
OFF=OF
IPAL
September 28, 1997
Michael Walford, Public Works Director
Contra Costa County Public Works
255 Glazier Drive
Martinez, CA 94553
Dear Mr. Walford,
It has come to our attention that bike lanes are scheduled to be provided in Bay Poiret on
Pacifica Avenue between Driftwood Drive and Fort Chicago Highway. We fully support the
safety features of bike lanes. However we are extremely concerned that the proposed bike
lanes may negatively impact the traffic congestion already existing in front of Rao Vista
Elementary School. During morning arrival, and especially at dismissal times, we are
concerned for our stridents' safety. A significant portion of the curb directly in front of the
school is painted red to provide space for the county bus to stop. Much of narrow Pacifica
Avenue is bordered with a deep drainage ditch which does not allow cars to pull off the road
to park. The few spaces along the curb which are not painted red, and are not directly next to
the drainage ditch, are filled with staff and parent volunteer cars - overflow from the: parking
lot too small to accommodate them.
Because there are limited places for parents to pull off the road, they tend to stop in the
middle of the street and motion their children to run into the street to get into the car - in the
midst of moving traffic! At the same time, the bus circle is frequently blockedby cars so the
busses cannot get in, further impacting the traffic jam on the street. In spite of on-going
parent education in the school newsletter, personal reminders and the occasional presence of a
sheriff, the problem continues. Parents are in a hurry and tend to ignore their better judgment
and our pleas for safe driving behavior. We are grateful no one has yet been injured in this
congestion, but we fear for our students' safety.
Rio Vista was built approximately 40 years ago to serve a junior high population of students
who primarily walked from the nearby neighborhoods. 'Today we serve an elementary student
population in excess of 500 students most of whom, due to boundaries drawn to balance the
ethnic make-up of the student population, ride the bus or are driven to school by car. The
remainder walk to school and a few students ride bikes. During the month of September we
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have noticed the number of bikes locked in the bike racks to vary from two to six on a given
day.
Various evening events occur throughout the year at Rio Vista. Back-to-School,',Family
Math, Family heading, Family Science, Family Technology, Open House, music and drama.
performances, DARE graduation, etc,, are events which bring large numbers of Rio Vista
families to school in the evening. No parking on the street due to bike lanes would make
these functions inconvenient to attend. A school is almost like a.home to the families whose
children attend it - parking is always available in front of one's home. We want our parent
community to feel welcome at their neighborhood school.
We have pursued increasing the off street parking on our campus. To get adequate off street
parking, including a traffic "turn circle", would require an expenditure of$80,000 {this is the
bid received in the spring of 1997). The parking lot would be located one block from the
school entrance. We do-not have $80,000-to'spend. But if we did, staff questions whether
parents/caregivers would be willing, to park and walk that distance to the school. Other
solutions have also been explored. These include installing a traffic circle at the east side of
the school on Mariner Cove. The cost for this improvement,was in the same price range:; the
distance of the improvement even farther from the school entrance than the proposed parking
lot and turn circle.
We are very concerned about student safety - especially during arrival and dismissal times.
We do not have adequate curb or off street parking to accommodate the number of cars
delivering or picking up students. Bike lanes would further impact the congestion already
existing. Clearly this is a dilemma and our students' safety is at risk. We want to go on
record stating these concerns to you and your department before the implementation of the
bike lane project.
A meeting with Ms. Teri Rie, civil engineer, has been scheduled at Rio Vista for Wednesday,
October 1 at 1:00 p.m. We want to address our concerns and work toward a "win win"
solution for traffic improvements planned for the Bay Point Community. We cordially invite
you to attend this meeting.
Sincerely,
Bennetta McLaughlin, y
Principal F
cc: Mr. Paul Allen, Superintendent, Mt, Diablo Unified School District :1
Dr. Richard Nicoll, Associate Superintendent, Administrative Services j
Mrs. Janet Gatti, Assistant Superintendent, Elementary Education 4
BAY POINT
BaysointYunic palAdvisoryCouncil
3105 WillowPassRoad
u BdyPaint, CA 94363
Mr. Al Schaal `
Public Works Department
255 Glacier Drive. '
Martinez, Ca. '
s X41
Dear Mr. Schaal.
It,has come to the attention of the Bay Point MAC that there are.presently no curb cuts
on the, sidewalks.bordering Pacifica Avenin, and Marina Road in Bey Point. This
condition presents a problem. for those perms using wheelpha s, as well as those
walking with small children, in strollers, 'The Bay Point MAC organization is attempting
to find out how this condition can be changed and corrected.
The,Bay. Point MAC unanimously agreed to write you urging you to obtain grant
monies for "Safe Routes -to School" .,that,would allow curb ramps on those 2'roads.
These Throads arse used increasingly by the residents that Hve-in the Shore'.Acres area in
walking thein children is the 3 schools in.that'locaticin. We appreciate-your efforts in
thin regard and we will be able to give you assistance if you std need it.
Our Transportation Committee will be meeting at 6:00 pm at Ambrose Recreation and
Parks Center on .,lune 3, 2003 before the MAC ,meeting at 7:00 pm. V would be'
intarested in any lrtormation regarding this matter to-share with my council members. .
You may contact me at the Ambrose Center by writing me-and putting a letter to my
attention.
Thank you for all your efforts.
1rtCe y,
Pbone(925)458-1601 uruubaypo$ntca.corn F=(925)458-2736
Q-.J Q "J C o IV
540 Hmey.Way
Bay Point,CA 94565
May 27, 2003
255 Glacier Drive
Martinez, CA 94553
Dear Mr.Fernandez,
In regard to the Safe Routes to School proposal, I have gone through the community of
Bay Point and identified the following locations that need improvements:
1. A sidewalk is needed on bath the north and south sides of Pacifica Road from
Driftwood east to Shoal.
2. A sidewalk is needed on the south side of Pacifica from Mariner's Cave to Inlet.
3. The sidewalks along Pacifica from Driftwood east to Port Chicago need handicap
access on both the present sidewalks and any built in the areas mentioned in 1 and
2.
4. A carr turn around behind Snore Acres School on the north side of Pacifica just
west of Inlet would alleviate the volume of traffic on Inlet and Marina.Road
during school hours, thus reducing the number of cars that traffic these roads
while children walk to and from school.
5. A sidewalk is.needed on the east side of Driftwood from Pacifica north until it
joins the existing sidewalk.
6. A,sidewalk is needed on the north side of Willow Pass Road from Weldon until
Port Chicago then on the east side of Port Chicago from Willow Pass Road until)
Lynbrook.
If you have any questions in regard to these recommendations, please contact me at 925-
709-6521.
Sinc , 611 ,
Ie ey . tover
Bay Point Municipal Advisory Council(MAC)
Co-Chair of the Bay Point MAC Education Committee
Attachment B
image 1 of 5
TDA Article 3 Project Application Form
F'walYear of this lain: 200.4 Avoicam Qqntm C sfa 92ynty Pu A17ft Lie arfrrtenf
Contact rson• Jorge Hernande
E-Mall A&M: JHsm ,contra-cosfa.ca.0 Telephone: 925 313-2346
Secondary Contact in @y nt primary not avail l Warren Lai
E-Mail Address: a' w.co.confra-cosfa.ca.usTel on : 9�5 393-ZO08
Short Title t?escrl tion of Project: an Patio Dam Rd Idewalk-Final Btale Between May Road ars Greenrida Drive
Amount of claim:$41,000,
Functional Description of Project:
The pMkg consists of constructina roximat 344 feet of sidewalk 4.5-.wide with orb and gger alogg ft south side of San
Pablo Dam Road connecting the mewl constructed sidewak ending at the intersection w#h Magy Road anO the g2ktin sidewalk at
the comer ofreenrid Dry an S n Pabt 2tm Road. The istin w` h of t- t vel lanes on the a sfbound side of San Pablo
Darn Road will remain Me same but an gm in bike Lane n will need fo be xtended from May Road t Grean'' e Drive. To
rrttr tdate the sidewalk an add conal 2 f et of ` ht-of-w will d to be ac alonga>e h offhe '
The RMjftg will also include instaffma a sm 11 ?min wall 40 AW in lenVh bwbhning at the inteMggga of S Pablo Dam Road
and Gmenrdd flrive ertdin at the fr royale drivewa on San Pablo Dam Road a of the intersection. Six dnv w
conforms are meday to smooth out the gmte dtffere ce betww the Lack too of ft g' ewaik and ft ex0ing drivewa . In
addrf om a drama itttat ' need to be installed at 4736 S n P bio Dara Road acrd an 10*storm drain RCP will extend from ft 260
feet east to an existfn manhole at the intersectton of Greenrid a Road and San&b10[lam Road.
Clog-hm be sidewalk amp between May Road and Greerm a Drive is plif of an overall eflort to %vide Mow safe=e s to the
their nei hbodwd sch is QLMgIX peg#-nLany,from the Gmenrfd a subdivision ust share the road ILd automobiles to get to
the sch IS on Road and th bus sfo s aton San Pablo Dam Road. This pmPosed short stmfch of sidewalk woWd eliminate this
existing con6tdt.
Financial Plan:
Lis#the r� ct elemen s f r which TDA fundi is beia r ues#ed e. . anni environmental en ineer n ri h#-o#-wa
don true#io owswction mane # mn in enc . Use the table b ow show the r `ec#bu #. inciu rior and
proposed future funding of the ro . if the r ' t is a s ent of alar Larger o'edt indlud rior and o fundin sources
for the other segments Lmake pgrgin the use of the ggrLIngy Leggested funding is made clear in the"Proigd Elem n#s"section
below,and include any ether clarifying information on the nerd page).
Projqct Elements:-gqLninq,gnineefina.d ht of wa ec uisition constnactioa.construction mann ement and Contin envies.
Funding' Source All Prior FYs AgOcation FY Next FY Followin FYs Totals
TDA Article 3 $201,000 $201,000
dist all o#rer sources:
t.Local Funds $371,864 13,000 $384,864
2.Safe Routes to Sdhopls Fund $202,638 $202,638
3.
4.
Totals $574,502 $214,000 $788,502
RESOLUTION NO.2004/
Attachment B
page 2 of 5
Project Eligibility: YES?/NO?
A. Has the project been approved by the claimant's governing body? (If"NO,"on the next page provide the YES
approximate date approval is anticipated).
B. Has this project previously received TDA Article 3 funding? If"YES,"provide an explanation on the next NO
page.
C. For"bikeways,"does the project meet Caltrans minimum safety design criteria pursuant to Chapter 1000 YES
of the California Highway Design Manual?(Available on the Internet at:
httDI/www.dot.clgovfnci/oppdthdm/chapAers/t1 001 html.
D. Has the project been reviewed by a Bicycle Advisory Committee?(if"NO,"provide an explanation on the YES
next.page).
E. Has the public availability of the environmental compliance documentation for the project(pursuant to YES
CEQA)been evidenced by the dated stamping of the document by the county clerk or county recorder?
(If"Nth"provide and explanation on the next page;and note that MTC cannot allocate funds to a project
which lacks environmental clearance).
F. Will the project be completed within the three fiscal year time period(including the fiscal year of funding) YES
after which the allocation expires? Enter the anticipated completion date of project(month and year).
[)dobe 1,2W5
G. Have provisions been made by the claimant to maintain the project or facility,or has the claimant YES
arranged for such maintenance by another agency? (if an agency other than the Claimant is to maintain
the facility provide its name:
RESOLUTION NO.2004/
Attachment B
Page of 5
TDA Article 3 Project Application Form
Explanatory Comments Page
Short Title Description of Project: San Pablo Dam.Road Sidewalk Gap Closure(Between Mav Road and
Greenridze give)
Enter explanatory comments below, as required due to certain"YES"or"NO"answers to items"A"through'Won the
Project Application Form,or to provide information that will not fit on the application form,or to provide information
that will clarify any potential confusion concerning the scope,cost or schedule of the project
C: Although this project will accommodate bicycle traffic, its primary purpose is to eliminate the sidewalk
gap between May Road and Greenridge Drive and prevent pedestrians from stepping out onto the road to get
from the end of one sidewalk to the other.
One project location map,a project limit map, pictures of project location,and letters from community
requesting project are attached.
RESOLUTION NO.2004/
Attachment_B
Page 4 of 5
Existing Cond w.
Currently there is no sidewalk on San Pablo Dam Road between May Road and Greenridge Drive. There are existing
pedestrian and bicycle facilities east and west of this section of San Pablo Dam Road. Bicyclists currently use the
existing facilities to get to the San Pablo Reservoir Recreation Area or the Wildcat Canyon Regional Park. Pedestrians
from the 100-unit Greenidge subdivision use the existing sidewalks to get to the school on May Road or the bus stops
on San Pablo Darya Road and May Road. AC Transit line number 74 has stops on San Pablo Dam Road and on May
Road and takes pedestrians to the Hilltop Mail, Contra Costa Community College and the Onnda and Richmond SART
stations. Because of the sidewalk gap between May Road and Greenridge Drive pedestrians must use the roadway
being utilized by bicyclists and vehicles. Vehicles tuming right onto Greenridge Drive must share the right shoulder with
those pedestrians and bicyclists.
Project Sendits:
Constructing the sidewalk will move the pedestrians off the roadway and out of the path of bicyclists. Extending the
bicycle lane stripe will better delineate the vehicle eastbound travel lane and provide the bicyclists with a more exclusive
and defined bicycle lane. A better defined bike lane will increase bicyclists`confidence that motorists wffl not stray into
their path of travel. With more certainty as to where the bicyclists will be, passing motorists are less likely to suddenly
swerve into the adjacent lane. This project will increase the safety of all utilizing this roadway. Increasing the safety of
bicyclists and pedestrian along this corridor will encourage more commuters to utilize an alternative to their automobiles.
The clearing for the sidewalk will also improve the sight distance for vehicles coming out of Greenridge Drive and onto
San Pablo Dam Road.
Project Need:
Community support to improve pedestrian safety along the San Pablo Darn Road corridor has been strong. tetters from
the community have been attached to this application as an example of their support for this project. In 2001 the County
Public Works Department,in conjunction with the El Sobrante community and the office of County Supervisor John Gioia,
completed the San Pablo Dam Road Alignment Study. Because of public demand, one of the primary objectives of the
study was to determine how to increase pedestrian safety along San Pablo Dam Road In conclusion the Study
determined that pedestrian safety along San Pablo Dam Road is the primary concern of residents along the roadway and
constniction of continuous sidewalk along the roadway is a priority. At the end of 2002 the County completed a
$574,502,00 sidewalk project on San Pablo Dam Road and May Road as part of the"Safe Routes to Schools"program.
The scope of the project included sidewalk construction from Clark Road on San Pablo Dam Road to May Road and then
north on May Road to Avenida Martinez. Originally, installing sidewalk from Greenridge Drive to May Road was included
in the 2002 sidewalk project, but unanticipated right-of-way acquisition issues in this portion of the project jeopardized the
implementation of the entire sidewalk project. Construction of the sidewalk from May Road to Greenridge Drive was then
reluctantly excluded from the 2002 sidewalk project Completing the final phase from May Road to Greenridge Drive will
provide a safe and direct bicyclwpedestrian route by forming a continuous sidewalk on San Pablo Dam Road.
RESOLUTION NO.2004/
Attachment B
Page 5 of 5
Match na Funds:
Contra Costa County Public Works staff has already completed the environmental process and has begun the Planning
Engineering and Right-4f-Way Acquisition stages for this project. The anticipated amount of Local Funds being spent to
cover the cost of planning engineering, the environmental process, and acquisition of right-of-way is$13,000.
Prosect Cost:
The total project cost is approximately$214,000, with the following breakdown:
Item Cost(Total) Local Funds
Contract Cost. $90,236 $0
Planning&Des!9n En+ Ineedn� $18,047
Construction En Inte $18,949 $0
..........................
Right of Way.......................................... $72 400 $2,000
Environmental $3,000 $3,000
Clean Water Treatment. $0 $0
Contingency $11368
Total: $214,000 $13,000
Amount of TCA Funds Deeded=$214,000-$13,000= 2t#1,Qfl
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SHELDON ELtNlENTARY SCHOOL
2601 May Road,Richmond,CA 94803
Phone: 5101223-0500
Principal: Cynthia Swainban Received
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January 31, 2000 [now, �
Mr. John Greitzer Mr. Joe Yee 'Peozal.
Senior Transportation planner Senior Civil Engineer'
Contra Costa County Contra Costa County
Community Development department Public Works department
Administration Building 255 Glacier drive
551 Pine Street Martinez, CA 94543-4897
0 Floor- North Wing
Martinez, CA 94553-0095
Dear Mr. Greitzer and Mr. Yee:
On January 14, 2000 a meeting was held in the offices of County Supervisor John Gloia
concerning State Assembly Bill 1475 the Safe Routes to School Bill. The appropriate
county agencies, the City of Richmond and WCCUSD had officials in attendance.
Representatives of the El Sobrante Valley students and residents directly affected by
the San Pablo Dam Road corridor also attended. This meeting was enlightening, and
we can now address the.following problems with a viable solution.
Currently, students walking to Sheldon Elementary School from county and Richmond
city locations adjacent to San Pablo Dam Road are forced to endure hazardous
conditions. The most dangerous route is along San Pablo Clam Road between Clark
Road and Greenridge Drive, including the intersection of May Road and San Pablo Dam
Road.
On the south side of this route students must navigate around open drainage ditches, a
narrow road shoulder which disappears when vehicles are legally parked there, and
sporadic sidewalk installations which eventually route the students to an area which is
actually in a lane of traffic. At this point they wait at the traffic light until'given a walk
sign. Crossing the street is just as hazardous.
On the north side of San Pablo Dam Road students follow a route even closer to the
traffic, a narrow shoulder with no sidewalk, with many more parked cars that forces the
students into traffic. At this point there is a blind comer with less than 10 inches of
unprotected walking clearance at which, by design, a motorist's attention is diverted to
traffic signals and other vehicles. The two right hand turn lanes on this blind comer
enter the only two designated traffic lanes available on the San Pablo Clam Road
heading west. This leaves no room for a vehicle to swing wide around a child who has
Mr. John Greitzer
Mr. Joe Yee
January 31, 2000
Page Two
strayed away from his/her 10 inches of safety nor any room for a child to leap to safety if
a vehicle strays into the designated 10 inch walkway.
San Pablo Dam Road ceased being a rural road many years ago. At the same time of
day that students attempt to make it to school in one piece hundreds of commuters use
this road as their main route to and from East and Central Contra Costa and Alameda
Counties. Many of these commuters are not aware that Sheldon Elementary is in such
close proximity. Near misses happen on a daily basis, and everyday we are merely
lucky a student is not struck by a vehicle. At least two pedestrian fatalities and many
major and minor vehicular accidents have occurred on this particular stretch of roadway
in recent memory. Remember the recent CHP chase that ended in a rollover fatality,
helicopters with cameras, the heavy traffic impact? That was in the subject area. Past
pleas to the county and city to do something about the traffic hazard did bring results...
THEY RAISED THE SPEED LIMITI Unbelievable but true -from 35 mph to.40 mph.
The hazards on this section of San Pablo Dam Road are not caused by reckless driving
or drivers not following the posted traffic laws. These hazards are engineeredl They
were designed and implemented by one entity or another, leaving the students clearly at
risk. The dangers are unique and blatantly deserving of a cure. AB 1475 can fund such
a cure if Contra Costa County, VVest Contra Costa County Unified School District and
the City of Richmond work together to make this project their first priority and apply for
the grant money provided by AB 1475 the Safe Routes to School Bill.
We respectfully request that you support our need for a grant application to improve the
school route on the San Pablo Dam Road and the necessary connectors. We request
your support with the realization that this project should be a number one priority for
funding under AB 1475. Because of the many Richmond developments in the El
Sobrante Valley, Richmond has been instrumental in increasing the traffic flaw on the
San Pablo Dam Road. Four of the six housing projects under consideration or
construction are on the south side of San Pablo Dam Road in Richmond. These
projects will not only increase vehicular traffic but will add to the student populations
attending Sheldon Elementary School. And those students will face the route in
question here. Estimates are that those four projects will generate 993 students and a
daily increase of 5,630 car trips on San Pablo Dam Road.
FST SAY
tYtU1V1GlPAL UTILITY DISTRICT
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Mr. Joe 'Yee n'+ w
Senior Civil Engineer °
Contra Costa County Receivw
Public Works Department '
255 Glacier Drive `'
Martinez, CA 94543-4897
Dear Mr. Yee;
As you know,the East Bay Municipal Utility District(EBMUD) is the water provider in
the El Sobrante area. Furthermore, I am the member of the EBMUD Board of Directors
that represents, in essence, the residents of that area and most of western Contra Costa
County.
The safety of our employees and the public at large is crucial to our organization. During
the course of our daily operations EBMUD utilizes San Pablo DamRd. in order to
transport our employees as well as heavy equipment to,designated job locations in the
noted area. Local, arid;,'parEievlarlyy;the children of Sheldon School are currently
required to 'circumnavigate a�literal`.minefield of pedestrian hazards on the shoulder of
San Pablo Darn Rd. Their daily proximity to fast moving traffic without the benefit of
adequate sidewalks and other needed improvements makes for an extremely perilous
route to school.
I have recently become aware of the current effort to secure grant funds in order to install
sidewalks along San Pablo Darn. Road between Greenridge Dr. and Milton '`Nay. I
enthusiastically support this project because of the improved safety it will provide
children, residents and motorists on this very crucial artery, a route to school.
Mr. Yee, l thank you for your attention and wait word of a successful grant process.
Sincerely,
Lesa R McIntosh,Member
Board of Directors
Ward 1
cc. John Gieitzer; Contra Costa County
Bob Spencer, Sheldon School Site Council
378 ELEVENTH 8Tf1EET. OAKLAND. CA 81807-4340. (610) 838.3000
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State of California—Bush. ransportation and Housing Agency GRAY DAVIS,Governor
DEPARTMENT OF CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL
5001 Brum Road
Martinez,California 04553
(825)11 6 4881?
(800)73&2020(TTrrDD)
(800)735;2022(Voice)
March 27,2000
File No.: 320.6790
Mr. Joe Yee
CCC Public Warks Department
Martinez, CA 94553-4897
Dear Mr. Yee,
San Pablo Dam road in El Sobrante is one of the main commuter arteries in Contra Costa county.
The portion of San Pablo dam Road from Milton Way to Greenridge Drive is also a route to
Sheldon Elementary School for vehicles and pedestrians. We are concerned for the safety of
children walking to school along San Pablo Dam road because of the lack of adequate sidewalks
or pedestrian paths.
Presently the children walking to school must use the road shoulder which is within inches of
heavy traffic. When walking around parked cars and other obstacles they sometimes walk in a
designated traffic lane. Our records show that there have been two fatal accidents, 9 injury
accidents, and 11 non-injury accidents in this particular area within the last 18 months. The
existing speed limit on this portion of San Pablo Ilam Road is 40 MPI .
The installation of sidewalks or pedestrian paths would greatly reduce the risk of injury to
walking students. We believe this project will greatly enhance pedestrian safety.
Sincerely,
A'--TOM NOBLE, Captain
Commander
Contra Costa Area
Ix. AMSTER LAL 315
General Ruck Drivers,Warehousemen,Helpers and Automotive Snpioyees of Contra Costs County
Affiliated with the lntematfonal Brothaftod of Teamsters
STEVE GUTIERREZ DALE ROBBINS
President Secretary-Treasurer
March 15, 2000 ,1&151817 Principal officer
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Mr. Joe Yee
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Contra Costa County
Public Works Department a '
Martinez, CA 94553 Cn
Dear Mr. Yee:
The membership of Teamsters Local 315 includes many who use the San
Pablo dam Road in EI Sobrante during the course of their work day. Safety is a
number one priority with our members as they operate their vehicles and
equipment in this area. We are particularly concerned for the safety of children
walking so close to traffic on their way to and from Sheldon Elementary School.
A project to install sidewalk in this area would be beneficial to the
community. I am recommending that measures be taken to improve this route to
Sheldon for the safety of all concerned and reduce the risks of accidents.
Should you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me.
Very truly yours,
Dale Robbins
Secretary-Treasurer
2727 ALHAMBRA AVENUE,P.O.BOX 3010,MARTINEZ,CALIFORNIA 94553 • (925)228-2246 • FAX(925)228-1612
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APRIL 23, 2003 APR
Received
MR. AL SCHAAL TrammrtsliOO
Enoneerift
PUBLIC WORKS i+DEPARTMENT ; r'
255 GLACIER DRIVE ,
MARTINEZ, CALIFORNIA 94553
DEAR MR. SCHAAL:
THE EL SOBRANTE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE URGENTLY REQUESTS
YOUR CONSIDERATION TO THE HAZARDOUS CONDITION. NOW
EXISTING ALONG THE SAN PABLO DAM ROAD IN EL SOBRANTE.
THE SOUTH SIDE OF THE SAN PABLO DAM ROAD FROM GREENRIDGE
TO MAY ROAD PRESENTS A DANGEROUS SITUATION TO OUR YOUNG
SCHOOL CHILDREN DUE TO THE LACK OF SIDEWALKS ALONG THAT
PORTION OF THE SAN PABLO DAM:.':ROAD. THIS ROAD IS USED ON A
DAILY BASIS BY CHILDREN WALKING TO NEARBY -SHELDON SCHOOL.
NOT ONLY DOES THIS PRESENT A POTENTIALLY. ACCIDENT PRONE
CONDITION FOR THE CHILDREN, ' BUT ADULTS AS' WELL, WHO HAVE
CALLED OUR CHAMBER OFFICE FILING COMPLAINTS.
WE DO CONSIDER THIS TO BE A VERY SERIOUS PROBLEM AND
REQUEST YOUR ATTENTION TO .THIS MATTER, THUS AVOIDING ANY
FUTURE ACCIDENTS THAT COULD OCCUR.
THANKING IN ADVANCE FOR YOUR ATTENTION AND CONCERN 'TO
THIS MATTER.
SIN ERELY, t
JAI CARAYANISrROF
E2QtERANTE CHACOMMERCE
3769-B SAN PABLO DAM ROAD • EL SOBRANTE,CA 94803 • (510) SM-07S7
AWL
NEIGHBORHOOD
MAY VALLEY COUNCIL
P.O. Box 21551 / Richmond, CA 94820-1551
May 1,2003 -
To: Al Schall By Fax&Mail
Public works Dept. Pax: 925-313-2333
255 Glacier Drive # ,1
Martinez, CA 945534826 "
Re: Support for Grant for Sidewalk on San Pablo Dam Rd. Icy st�e�tzt� i
between r'reenridge Drive and May Road '� �dg+neer►�B
Dear Mr. Schall,
The May Malley Neighborhood Council is one of 25 Neighborhood Council groups in
Richmond. Our geographic boundaries include at least 1700 homes in the Sheldon
Elementary School area. It is our understanding that you plan to submit a grant
application for funds to install a sidewalk.from Greenridge'to May Road along San Pablo
Dam Road in El Sobrante. This is an area where there are no sidewalks on either side of
San Pablo Ilam Road which is a major thoroughfare with heavy traffic moving at a limit
of 45+miles per hour. Children and other pedestrians walk within inches of the traffic.
The May Valley N.C.is in full support of the installation of the sidewalk along Sart Pablo
Dam Road between Greenridge and May Road.
The signalized intersection at May Road/San Pablo Dam Road serves as a major crossing
point for students coming from,the south side of San Pablo Darn Road. This sidewalk
would make it safer for pedestrians. Both Richmond and County residents would benefit
from the sidewalk installation. There is no doubt that the installation of this section of
sidewalk would provide a safer route to school. We respectfully ask that, when this
matter comes under consideration for a grant,the team doing the assessment consider the
danger to the students,other pedestrians, and the speed of the traffic.
If you have any questions and/or concerns,you are welcome to call me at 514-223-6398.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
-,&o C7
Eleanor Loynd, WNC resident
cc: ESMAC Sheldon School PTA
ESVP&ZAC
EL SOBRANTE VALLEY
PLANNING & ZONING ADVISORY COMMITTEE
P.O. BOX '20136 EL SOBRANTE, CA 94820
.May 1, 2003
To: Al Schall By Fax& Mail KAY 2003
Public Warks Dept. Fax.: 925-313-2333 Received
255 Glacier Dr. Trascortstion
Martinez, CA 94553-4826 Engineering
Ile: Support for Grant Application for a Sidewalk on --
San Pablo Dam Rd., between Greenridge and May Rd.
Dear Mr. Schall,
The El Sobrante Valley Planning&Zoning Advisory Committee has been in existence
since 1975. The purpose of this Committee is to give voice to the concerns and ideas
from residents in both Richmond and the unincorporated area of El Sobrante.l We meet
monthly to review homes additions,new subdivisions, and other issues and to make our
opinions, comments and concerns known to city and county staff, elected officials, and
area residents.
This Committee is in full support of the grant application for a sidewalk along San Pablo
Dam Road between Greenridge Drive and May Road. The intersection at May Road and
San Pablo Dam Road is the main signalized intersection for crossing San Pablo Dam
Road to get to Sheldon Elementary School as well as to get to De Anza High School.
Presently, all pedestrians(including children)walk within inches of traffic moving along
on a four lane road at 45+miles per hour.
If you have any questions and/or concerns,call me at 510-223-6398. 'Thank you.
Sincerely,
f~
Eleanor Loynd, C
cc: ESMAC Sheldon School PTA
May Valley N.C. Supervisor Gioia
{
Mr. John Greitzer
Mr. Joe Yee
January 3.1, 2000
Page Three
Make no mistake, similar strong requests will be made to the West Contra Costa Unified
School District and the City of Richmond. They, too, have helped to create this
situation. WCCUSD closed Hillview Elementary School which was the only school on
the south side of San Pablo Dam Road. This closure forced all students living on that
side to travel along and cross San Pablo Dam Road to get to Sheldon. Contra Costa
County maintains the road and controls the traffic. The El Sobrante community, also,
bears responsibility for allowing this situation to occur. We plan on doing our part to
provide our children a safe route to school.
We would appreciate the opportunity to voice some suggestions for correcting the
hazards we have listed in this letter. We will contact you soon to see if we could
arrange to visit the intersection together.
Sincerely,
Bob Spencer
Sheldon School Site Council
Robin Y.Wilson
Sheldon PTA
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Cynthia Swainbank
Principal
Cc: Supervisor John Gioia, District 1, Contra Costa County
Ms. Kaye Burnside, Region Ill Superintendent, WCCUSD
Mr. Vince Kilmartin, Assistant Superintendent of School
Support Services, WCCUSD