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Neighborhood Survey Comments
(as of 8/1/17)
Broad Street Bicycle Boulevard Alternatives – Neighborhood Survey Comments Received (8/1/17)
1. My concern is for the safety of the children living in the vicinity of West St. and Lincoln, many of
whom walk to Anholm Park on Mission St., just in from Lincoln. Lincoln receives additional traffic
from drivers in a hurry who want to avoid the stop signs on Chorro. Even more traffic on Lincoln
would further jeopardize the children’s safety. Perhaps when the Broad St. freeway ramps are
closed, less traffic will travel Broad St. making it more accommodating.
2. No change preferred, speed bumps are a major hassle
3. Sometimes doing nothing is better than doing something, and this is one of those cases.
4. None of the alternatives looks like they will solve the problem bicyclists face. Also sounds like
any of them may have an impact on the neighborhood that will create more problems for all
who live there.
5. I live at , in a vibrant “mini‐neighborhood” with kids, families, young, old, skateboards,
basketball hoops, and bikes. It is classic SLO neighborhood life. We continually struggle with
speedy cars and excess traffic and diverting more traffic into our street would threaten our
safety and quality of life. Calm the neighborhood for everyone!!
6. To be effective, the new route should be singular, clear and straight forward (like Morro Blvd.).
Options 1 and 3 have too many parts and wiggles.
7. We’d like to see more options added to slowing and diverting traffic on Chorro as well. What
can be done to move traffic to Santa Rosa?
8. Leave it as it is. If traffic speed is too great, slow them down. There is plenty of room for bicycles
currently on both Broad and Chorro.
9. These intersections are too small for circles. No significant improvement will result. Need
dedicated bike path the length of Foothill Blvd. instead. This is where cyclists have been killed
and is a major commuting route to Cal Poly. More people would benefit. Also connecting Bob
Jones trail into town instead of ending it on the LOVR overpass would be great. That overpass is
very dangerous!
10. Chorro is a major traffic street, turning it to one way would greatly impact the quiet
neighborhoods in a negative way. Broad Street is already low traffic. (I run there frequently and
feel safe) If Chorro is too busy for bikes, then they should take Broad. Changing the streets
would be more work and hassle than gain for the surround community.
11. Alternative 3 also good but not a true bike path!
12. I also like the idea of traffic calming on both streets. Existing speed bumps on Broad are not
effective! Alt 2 will increase traffic on Broad that is a much smaller road than Chorro and be a
nightmare!! Maybe Alt 3 without the Chicanes. Santa Rosa should be the main route into town
and the freeway so restriction on all streets!
13. No traffic circle it’s very hard for big SUV or pickup truck to do the traffic circle.
14. We live on Chorro between and and Alternatives 1 and 2 would make pulling our
cars in/out of our driveway even more difficult than it is already. Please move towards
Alternative 3! Thank you.
15. Thank you. There are many young families that live on Chorro. We see constant walkers. Please
do not increase traffic. I encourage Council members to spend time in neighborhood before
your decision that impact quality of life.
16. Please don’t divert traffic from Broad to Chorro without addressing the speed and traffic volume
on Chorro.
17. #3 seems good for both Broad St. and Chorro St.
18. Hate traffic circles.
19. #1 is too confusing to motorists and puts too much traffic on Meinecke and Chorro, which is bad
already. #2 is good, but less convenient for all. #3 is easiest to try out without too much
disruption, and with the goal of traffic diversion to Santa Rosa.
20. Alt #3 has been tried before. The traffic on Lincoln and West increased and upset drivers on
Chorro honked their horns at every speed bump. Everyone was pissed!!!! I live on .
21. Safest option for cyclists (Alt 2). Best option to balance traffic between Broad and Chorro. Alt #1
is unacceptable due to the significant increase in traffic on Chorro. Would consider relocating
away from Chorro if Alt #1 is implemented due to increased traffic as that would negatively
impact quality of life for residents on Chorro.
22. The more separation of bikes and vehicles the better. Distracted drivers kill!! !!Add speed
cushions to Chorro.
23. Please ticket large vehicles that encroach into the street forcing drivers to cross into oncoming
lanes. Many are there for extended periods of time. Broad Street is an example.
24. Existing speed bumps are excessively high, especially near Murphy. Please crack down on people
running stop signs, especially at Broad and Mission.
25. Close 1 side of Chorro parking and put bike lane there. Less cost, less hassle.
26. I live on and love driving in and out of downtown on Chorro. I do not use Santa Rosa and
not Broad when Caltrans closes the freeway ramps. I mostly go down Chorro to access the
freeway ramps. (support Alt 1)
27. I drive on Broad St. daily between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM and have seen three families ride with
their children to school. Are all of the proposed changes, that impact so many lives, really
necessary? I am very concerned with the negative impact on the access to emergency vehicles
on Mission Ln. Why don’t you simply eliminate park on one side of Chorro and Broad and create
on way bicycle traffic.
28. We live on Chorro between XXXXX and XXXXX. I feel we would be severely impacted on an
already impacted street. I see all the benefit to Broad St. and none to Chorro.
29. To whom concerned we have lived in this area for 30 years, and ask that you please, please
leave our neighborhood alone. Nobody wants to change the streets to bike lanes. Nobody who
lives here. So please invest your money in repairing our streets and sidewalks where people use
everyday ‐ no bike lanes. Fix the streets and that will be enough.
30. I live at the Villages. There is heavy traffic on a regular basis on both Broad and Chorro. And
there are plenty of bicycles being used on all the surrounding streets – Ramona etc. SLO has
bent over backwards to accommodate bike riders, and we do not need to do more!! They can
and are rude quite after and do not obey rules of the road. Give them nothing more!!
31. I live between Chorro and Broad on and do not understand why this is an issue and why
an entire neighborhood is to be affected. I respect the rights of cyclists and feel the road can be
shared safely. There are much more critical needs in road risk than this – if consideration
continues, option 3 might be least problematic, but since it’s not broken, why fix it?
32. #1 and 3 have value, but traffic circles never work! I would very much like to see a viable
solution for both the neighborhood and bike riders.
33. We are against any proposal that removes street parking on both sides of Chorro and Broad. We
don’t understand why there is a need for dedicated bike lanes when bikes go up and own
Chorro and Broad now with little or no incidents? If we had to choose, we would pick alternate
3. We would not have a problem with adding bumps on Chorro.
34. As a homeowner on , I am very concerned about the increase in traffic from option 1 and
2. I would like to see no change as the 1st option pending the closure of the 101 on and off ramp
at Broad. After that has happened we can better assess the traffic patterns and adjust. If we had
to do anything now I would go with #3. The unintended consequences from #1 or #2 are not
worth the risk until we know the change in traffic from the 101 and Broad change.
35. Alt 3 provides best solution without creating more 1‐way streets, which are problematic for
emergency vehicles.
36. If speed bumps are installed on Lincoln and West (east of Chorro) and on other side streets, I
could support 2. Any slowing on Broad and Chorro will cause traffic to go through on side
streets. So I prefer no change with speed cushions on side streets like Lincoln/West.
37. Need to add traffic calming features to Chorro. Intoxicated drivers from downtown speed up
Chorro and in the intersection with Meinecke. Drunk drivers lose control of their cars and crash
into parked cars. This has happened 2x in the past years.
38. We do not support any proposal that removes the parking on both sides Chorro St. or Broad St.
We don’t see the need for dedicated bike lanes – we would support the addition of speed
bumps on Chorro.
39. Just do on Broad what you did on Morro and get on with it. You’re perilously close to annoying
the neighborhood to the point you’ll be able to do nothing! You’ve got too many textbook
devices in these plans. Keep it simple, or the neighbors will write in opposition. As for one‐way
couplet, this would radically increase Broad traffic. Traffic on these 2 streets has never been
equal!
40. Alt. 2 provides the ultimate in bicycle use. #1 will greatly increase traffic to Chorro St. And with
Caltrans proposal to close on/off ramps at Broad, Broad St. will become a “ghost” road where no
traffic diversion will be necessary.
41. If there is a way to add two way bike lane on the section of Broad between Mission and
Meinecke that would provide a gentler slope for less strong riders.
42. Totally dislike speed bumps and cushions. They create terrible driving conditions. Traffic has
already been slowed by the use of stop signs. Please do not waste our tax dollars.
43. Clearly the public works department is trying to force a change in our neighborhood if staff (in
public works) lived in this area they would glean two things: 1 – the bicycle route is already low‐
stress and 2 – alternatives 1 and 2 trade significant neighborhood disadvantages for marginal
through bicycle traffic. Alt 3 is marginally ok. Basically: bikers should obey traffic signs, cars must
too.
44. An “ideal, low‐stress bicycle boulevard on Broad Street” would be nice to have, but all three of
your alternatives impede other vehicle traffic. Furthermore, the chicanes in Alt. 3 eliminate on‐
street vehicle parking, which is already inadequate. The existing bicycle lanes are adequate as is.
I ride my bicycle into town occasionally, and the only problem I have is the hills, so I normally
take Peach/Nipomo. The improvement you seek for a small number of bicyclists is far
outweighed by the adverse consequences for motorists.
45. As a 16 yr. homeowner on Broad Street, I believe traffic calming and the ultimate closure of US
101 Broad St. ramp must happen first. A bike boulevard through Broad is a great long term goal,
but not without first putting these safety measures in place (Alt. 3).
46. The current “road map” creates efficient traffic flow and also provides a safe and protective
path for cyclists. Would invest time and taxpayer money in other projects.
47. Cyclists don’t stop at intersections on Broad and on Chorro. Do not encourage more bicycle
traffic until current safety problem is solved.
48. 1 and 2 has too much impact on traffic. #3 appears to be a better compromise between traffic,
bikes, and cost. Thank you for your thoughtful attention to this matter.
49. If forced to choose among the above, I suppose #3 is the least intrusive. But as a resident who
walks, bikes, and drives these exact blocks every single day. I have no idea what problem is
being solved. I can’t imagine any good reason to not leave it.
50. Bicyclists already have the right of way, and don’t abide law. So therefore why should they get
special treatment!!!!!
51. Chorro and Broad are major arterials – changing either will cause traffic and neighborhood
issues. Alternative 2 is 2nd choice as lesser of evils.
52. Just enforce speed limits and stop signs! Please do not do Alt #2. It put more traffic on Lincoln to
avoid the one way streets.
53. The streets are already being compromised by small number of bicycles as compared to a large
number of cars. This will not “force people to give up their cars and start riding bicycles” which
is perhaps utopia to some dreamers but is in no way practical!
54. While something needs to be done about traffic on both Broad and Chorro Sts., #s 1 and 2
negatively impact one street over the other. Alternative #3 seems like the fairest solution.
55. I live on (side street). If you put any of these changes in, it will just put more traffic on
. People use now way too much and way too fast. We have a lot of older people
and small children living on this street.
56. (Alt 2) best for vulnerable bicycle riders, fairly small impact current traffic patterns
57. The proposed changes would very much negatively impact and change the special charm of the
semi‐rural and quiet neighborhood area. It would create a very urban and freeway‐like feel to a
unique, and beautiful country setting. It’s the reason the area is so popular and desirable. The
change would bring more traffic and people, creating more noise and trash for its residents,
along with an influx of a certain bad element and crime. We don’t want graffiti and more road
signage spoiling the quaint ambiance of our clean streets in our neighborhood. Please spare our
special area. Thank you.
58. There is already so much traffic in the area (Chorro, Broad, Meinecke, etc.) and people drive way
too fast. It would be nice to get speeds reduced throughout the area. I am completely against
sending any more traffic down Meinecke because with the businesses already in the area traffic
is heavy during business hours and there is a lot of speeding.
59. Once the Broad St. on/off ramp is closed, Broad will see much less traffic, and will be very bike
friendly, without any changes needed. No money should be spent on speed cushions anywhere.
In the past, a lot of money was wasted installing speed bumps on Chorro, then removing them
after a flood of complaints by residents. Broad Street already has sufficient bumps and stop
signs to slow its traffic. Alternative 2 – the worst one – will result in massive headaches for, a
load of complaints by, the residents of the Broad, Chorro, and Anholm neighborhoods. It will
quiet cross streets, as residents enter/exit their neighborhoods. This issue should be definitely
tabled until after the Broad Street ramp is closed.
60. There are two places where the streets are misaligned as they cross Broad St – 1 is at Mission
and 1 is at Murray to Serrano. If possible, please allow traffic to flow both way “across” Broad
Street at these two locations.
61. (Alt 3) changes flow of traffic least for residents in the current neighborhood.
62. No bicycle boulevard! San Luis residential roads are narrow enough already and they were
intended for vehicles. People who have lived in these areas and have paid their taxes don’t need
the added congestion in their neighborhoods.
63. (Alt 3) seems like the best alternative, however I believe the “speed cushion” should be closer to
Center Street. People speed through stop sign.
64. I do not like 1, 2, 3 at all. I bike and walk in the neighborhood and do not see enough problem
biking or walking to necessitate such major alternatives. I do not see parking discussed an so
assume parking remains on both sides of Chorro and Broad in 1‐2‐3. If not my opinion becomes
even stronger for “no change.”
65. Please monitor and enforce speed limits on Chorro and Broad Sts.
66. Should alternative 1 or 2 be chosen, I fear westbound traffic volume and traffic will increase.
Please consider calming measures or ideally a traffic diverter at the end of the bike blvd. (at
Ramona) preventing left hand turns. This would prevent student traffic from using Murray as a
through street to the Ramona neighborhood.
67. It seems that all the proposed changes will results in more confusion for residents of the
affected neighborhoods. I prefer the buffered bike lane as a daily bicycle commuter however I
do not want to turn Chorro into a one way.
68. Option 1 is only bike friendly, but not neighborhood friendly, Option 2 = $$$$, Option 3 is less
expensive and does not crowd Chorro and Lincoln.
69. We need a holistic “Anholm” solution. What is best for whole neighborhood, not just to one
street effect that may negatively impact other streets. Traffic is too dense and too fast on all
three streets. No trucks! No idle!
70. All alternative will put more traffic on Lincoln St. between Mt. View and West. When the stop
signs went in on Chorro that put more “cheater” traffic on Lincoln St for those too much in a
hurry to stop. We have many families on Lincoln and we need speed humps on our street too!
71. I would prefer if the city invested in expanding the homeless shelter and putting in drinking
fountains. Please don’t change our streets, we don’t need it. Invest in our less fortunate they are
the ones that need our help!
72. The closure of the ramps and on/off the 101 Freeway will dramatically “calm” Broad Street. It
will then be very bike friendly. All of these plans will create a dangerous condition on Lincoln
where there are many walkers, children, and cyclists.
73. Nothing has addressed a roundabout or 4 way stop at either Chorro and Peach or Chorro and
Mill to alleviate the speeding down Chorro and number of accidents or near accidents along this
corridor.
74. The traffic flow through town is bad as it is now. We have bike lanes now if they would use
them.
75. Any of these proposed ideas would severely alter three streets traffic flow and their
accompanying neighborhoods. I am against any of these changes and many of the people living
here are too. Please leave them as they are.
76. If the council votes for one of these options I would like speed bumps on Lincoln. An increase to
Lincoln traffic is unacceptable. We tried something similar years ago and drivers used Lincoln to
avoid bumps and traffic circle. It created more traffic on Lincoln. My vote is to keep as is or/and
add speed bumps on Lincoln.
77. I commute daily to/from work on my bike on Broad and Chorro Streets. I have had several “near
misses” from cars. We need bike lanes and buffers on these streets between Meinecke and
Lincoln.
78. I live on Broad St. would like to see 4 way stop on Mt. View. Would like to see the money spent
on better street lighting for the neighborhood. Closing southbound entrance to 101 would be
beneficial, but probably will not happen in my lifetime. Loss of on street parking was not
mentioned on mailed survey.
79. Leave things the way they are. It works fine! Or – don’t allow street parking on one side of Broad
so that can be made wider for auto traffic – and bike traffic.
80. I cannot and will not support any of these projects. I do not understand why so many of us have
to sacrifice our neighborhoods for the benefit of so few. What a waste of our tax money.
Ridiculous!!
81. I didn’t feel strongly about any of them. I support an option that encourages biking and reduces
the sound of loud/fast cars late at night in this neighborhood.
82. More separation between vehicles and bikes the better! (Alt 2)
83. Both Alternative 1 and Alternative 3 would significantly increase traffic on Center St. and
Almond St. – You forget to mention this on your flyer. The increased traffic on Center and
Almond will be unacceptable.
84. None of the above! Either Chorro is a through way or it is a residential street. Half measures will
not work. Unless you bite the bullet and remove parking on Chorro and add a bike through way.
This will be a mess that will work for no one. You can fiddle all you want, but it won’t work.
What happens with bike lane at freeway?
85. I live in the area and there are already speed bumps on Broad St and within a half mile distance
on Chorro there are 3 stop signs and 1 light to Foothill. We have enough slowing down tactics on
the 2 road I have to drive every day! Bikes that use Almond St already whiz driving the street
with no regard for cars at all! I do not see any bikes stop at the stop signs! They pay no attention
to the traffic signals/signs.
86. Worried about emergency vehicles having access and maneuvering through neighborhood.
Closing on‐ramps will be so inconvenient.
87. We live on (side street) and there are 13 kids on little street that bike. It would be
counterproductive to increase traffic flow on (side streets). We also bike commute to work and
the blvd. will not help us, it will just put more cars on (side street) where most bikes go.
88. I strongly reject the idea of Chorro and/or Broad being one‐way streets. #1 suggests a
“comfortable pedestrian experience” but it’s ok as is and many people on foot prefer Chorro
anyway.
89. Though I’d like to also see Chorro St. get speed cushions as it looks as though Broad Street
increases their numbers.
90. I understand the importance of being bike friendly (my husband bikes to work every day), but all
of these options seem to negatively impact the residents in the Anholm neighborhood. For sure
alternative #1 is the worst option. I’m cautious about #2 because of the one‐way streets. And I
don’t like how #3 will increase traffic on Almond Street – one of the quietest streets left in SLO.
91. The bike should be on Broad St. It is less busy than Chorro. Almond St. is one the only remaining
streets in Anholm that is quiet. I have young children and do not want exposure to them in the
yard to more people. The street is narrow and already has parking issues. We do not want to
have bikes going by and have to worry about hitting them when leaving our driveways. No, no,
no Almond. We love this street because it is quiet!!!
92. Difficult to envision the “double” chicane. It would be helpful to present a birds‐eye graphic of
the “actual” neighborhood instead of generic examples.
93. If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it! Alt. 1 with its traffic diverters is a non‐starter that destroys the
connectivity of our neighborhood. The chicanes of Alt. 3 will needlessly remove on street
parking near our home. The one way couplet in Alt. 2 will impede convenient access to our
home. Don’t turn our street into a cluttered obstacle course that will negatively impact the
value of our properties. We suggest Lincoln as alternative bike route.
94. Are you kidding? Traffic on Lincoln is already out of control. If traffic on Lincoln get any worse
someone is going to get injured or worse. There are no stop signs on Lincoln. Cars fly down this
street. Do not do this. Leave things alone! You want a fight, you’ll find one on Lincoln Ave.
95. I do not want options that divert traffic or bikes into smaller roads such as Almond St. Of the
three options 1 and 3 are the worst.
96. Would still like to see bicycle marking (i.e. sharrows) on both Broad and Chorro with Alternative
#3, in addition to speed cushions.
97. Since I no longer drive, I don’t believe I should vote. Think I would choose alternative 2 as better
for my transportation needs, though.
98. Yes please! I ride my bike from downtown to Foothill Blvd all the time! This would be a great
addition to the City of SLO. I don’t understand point of Almond St “wiggle.”
99. Northbound bicycle trips along Broad St. require a 2 block detour. Explore a 2‐way cycle track on
Broad St. if section distance allows.
100. I support traffic control on both Chorro and Broad. One way traffic on both would be a
great burden on all, residents and non‐residents. Closing Broad and through traffic will put too
much strain on Chorro.
101. Traffic speeds on Chorro already exceed the speed limit. Making Chorro one way will
inevitably lead to increased speed. Chorro is a street with heavy pedestrian use – kids, elderly,
and moms with several children. Yes to traffic calming and keep SLO slow.
102. It’s better to just let the traffic flow through these neighborhoods than to tinker with it.
A lot of non residents and tourists use these streets and any traffic “fixes” would confuse and
slow them down to create a hazardous situation. SLO’s growth can’t be reversed, and we’ll lose
our neighborhood quality no matter what. Thanks!
103. Driving Foothill to 101 is frustrating enough on Santa Rosa. Chorro and Broad help
mitigate problems by allowing an alternate access to downtown. Slowing these streets will add
to the frustration, in my opinion.
104. Do not view a bike route as being a high priority item or a needed change.
105. A low stress bicycle boulevard cannot be created by adjustments to vehicle traffic. It
could be created by lower sloped paths and the installation of hydration stations along the
paths. All three alternatives will increase stress of drivers in vehicles and respective residents.
While the town would like to see less vehicles and more bicycles they must focus on people with
disabilities, etc. who cannot navigate bicycles through these routes.
106. Close exits and entrances at 101 and Broad St. first. That will reduce car/truck traffic.
Then put pedestrian/bike overpass across 101.
107. Your wisest move would be to: 1. Close 101 Broad St. exits and entrances on both sides
of 101. This will divert vehicle traffic from Broad St. immediately. 2. Rethink plans ‐they’re
subpar. 3. Build models for residents to view.
108. This is a nice idea that will help with cross town traffic through downtown and actually
provide bike lanes for bikes and traffic lane for traffic. “Better flow for all.” Thanks
109. I would support a modified Alternative 3 with no traffic circle (intersection is too small
to construct it).
110. It sounds like “overkill” to me. I remember what a mess it was when speed bumps were
put on Chorro. Stop signs worked better, although I increased traffic on Lincoln and West
because no one wants to stop that often.
111. Alternative #1 makes the most sense. I would suggest, at the very least, please add
speed bumps in the north and southbound lanes on Broad just south of the Murray St
intersection…Please!!
112. One way lanes do not make any sense at all. Alt #1 is what my vote is. More real asphalt
(not speed cushions) on Broad are needed. There are people that are gonna get hit if something
isn’t done soon. More bumps between Lincoln and Murray.
113. I truly dislike the traffic diverters of alt #1. We live on Lincoln and I think alt #2 would
work best for us.
114. Chorro Street is already a very tight community street. Housing/resident parking is at a
premium in our neighborhood. We have lived in the house on Chorro St. for over fifty‐six years
and it has seemed that the city has been taking an active role in destroying our neighborhood.
While I am sure many on the council would pat themselves on the back. Please leave us alone.
115. First choice – no change. What will be done to accommodate all the vehicles that park
on Broad and Chorro? What improvements need to be done to Sant Rosa to carry the extra
traffic. Santa Rosa was gridlocked when Chorro was paved. How will people get out of their
driveways? Second choice #3 – should allow all to coexist.
116. Not enough bike traffic to warrant the change for only 2‐3 blocks. Broad St. entrances at
exit to 101 is very convenient. Unless an overpass for pedestrians and bikes is in the works to
the other side of Broad, we would not support any change at all!
117. No change until Caltrans actually blocks the Broad St. on/off ramp so can see the impact
of that. (It might solve the problem alone and save the city money for changes). Several years
ago when calming circles were added to Chorro, it greatly impacted our street (side street). We
now have lots of young children and seniors reading on Lincoln who will find more traffic a big
issue.
118. We do not want more traffic on Chorro St. and West St.
119. I’m glad you gave me this option! Are the changes just for bikers? If so, I’m sure they can
bike just the same without the changes. I love my neighborhood just as it is. I live here year
round‐down my home – this is my community – leave it alone, please.
120. We do not support bypass route with northbound bike lane (Almond Street)
121. There is no way to please everyone. We are dependent on wheelchairs and walkers so
we need parking at front gate on Broad St. – where it is so narrow that people have had their
side windows broken. We need no more bumps as everyone goes over the center divide strip
and we hear “Bump‐bump‐bump” all day long. Broad St. was not intended to handle fast moving
and congested traffic. It was fine before all the Ferrini area housing opened up.
122. This (Alt 2) seems the simplest plan and most desirable. People will adjust and tourists
can follow easier. It leaves plenty of room for traffic, parking, and bicycles, and most people use
Broad to get to 101 and Chorro from town to the Foothill area.
123. The neighrborhood is just fine as it is. Please do not change anything. These
“alternative” routes are intrusive and negatively affect our community.
124. Alternative 2 looks good except for difficulty of emergency services.
125. #1 Try it, best for bicycle improvement – reduce Broad #2 good for bicycles #3 crazy,
chicanes @ Mission/Broad odd corner, dangerous!
126. I am comfortable cycling from the north end to downtown as is. I feel plans 1‐3 would
be more dangerous and a major inconvenience to the majority of residents in our district.
127. There is no justification based on bicycle use to cause increased traffic and stress to long
term residents of the community.
128. By closing Broad on ramp to 101, users will be forced to drive through town or get to
Santa Rosa St. I don’t support closure. Consider Lincoln as a bike bypass it’s a quiet street.
Alternatives listed will encourage more vehicular traffic on Lincoln and this should be
discouraged. Leave traffic flow as is!
129. Please consider the residents on West Street. There are over 14 children who live there.
Cars already fly down the street. We are bikers too – to town, to school, and to work. Most bike
commuters use the street anyway. Let’s leave it at that!
130. If on ramp to Broad St will be closed, might wait to see how this impacts traffic.
Probably will be much less traffic on Broad.
131. I attended all meetings at City Hall, which were not well attended. I feel strongly that
there should be no change. Plans 1‐3 propose (at great expense) to serve the safety of a
minority while jeopardizing the safety and convenience of many, the majority of residents!
132. Too low‐speed bumps, too many unauthorized trucks over 10,000 lbs., little to no police
enforcement, Broad St too narrow for east and west street parking.
133. We don’t not support Alternative 1,2 or 3. We do not support traffic circles. We do
support new speed cushions. We would support Alternate 3 without traffic circle.
134. We are a family of cyclists that do not see a need for a change. Lincoln/West streets
already serves as a good route for cyclists. Increasing traffic on Chorro and Lincoln with hurt
those neighborhoods. Bike lanes will make it difficult for cards to leave their driveway. This
appears to be looking for a solution for a problem that doesn’t exist.
135. I strongly do not feel that any of the options above will fix our bike issue. No changes
should be made to Chorro Street. What about removing parking and sidewalk on one side of
Broad Street and installing a two‐way cycle track? No more speed cushions or traffic circle.
136. Not a huge fan of speed bumps as they result in more noise and pollution.
137. Appreciate the concept of slowing traffic and returning streets to neighborhood for
bikes and peds. Option not mentioned that would drastically impact car travel and improve bike
travel—closing 101 ramps.
138. I would support alternative 3 as long as the chicanes allow large emergency vehicles and
school buses to be able to get through those areas. The other alternatives inconvenience the
people who live on Chorro and broad. Keep the parking (on street) for people who live there.
139. It would create more problems!
140. Regardless of what alternative is decided on, Chorro street could really use some speed
bumps. Thank you.
141. I was born and raised on Lincoln Street. My concern is more traffic on Lincoln Street.
There are no speed limit signs and people these days fly up and down the street. A lot more
small children and pets are out and about. Something must be done to slow down traffic to
protect our neighborhood.
142. Why not reduce speed limit to 15 mph and people might go 25. Have bike boulevard go
down Lincoln. Wide street. No stop signs. Win‐win. Seems like a lot of time and money spent
when you have Lincoln. Close the 101 on/off ramp. Enforce speed limit.
143. Anything that increases traffic on Lincoln is a BAD idea. Alternative 3 will increase traffic
anyway, as speed restrictions already cause drivers to take alternate streets. They are very
annoying. Better to give out tickets for speeding.
144. If no change is made, I suggest painting large bicycle images on one lane of Chorro
Street to slow drivers that they are sharing the road. If alternative 1 or 2 is chosen, paint the
bike lanes green. What is the purpose of a traffic circle? Please do not put a traffic circle on
Broad Street or Chorro Street. Everybody hates speed bumps. Do not add more bumps.
145. I support alternative 2. I would also support alternative 1. I support making slo more
bike and ped friendly even if that means inconvenience to me.
146. People need simple access to their homes and one‐ways force residents to possibly
circle around their own homes before actually getting to it!! An inconvenience positively. Also,
one‐way streets would have an excess of traffic that would normally be divided between two!!
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Hours of Public Comment:12.0
This topic started on June 12, 2017, 3:31 PM.
Alt. 1 (Bike Boulevard w/
Traffic Diversion on Broad)36
Alt. 2 (Broad/Chorro
One-Way Couplet)105
Alt. 3 (Bike Blvd w/ Traffic
Calming on Broad & Chorro)54
No Alternatives Are Acceptable
(Please Provide Comments)45
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inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)July 31, 2017, 10:21 AM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
Affects quality of life issues for those of us living on Broad Street in impacted area.
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)July 31, 2017, 10:18 AM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
How about just enforcing the speed limits in this area?
And have the bike lane on Lincoln/West, which is a wider street than both Chorro and Broad.
If/when the Palomar and 22 Chorro projects get started, it's going to be a nightmare for us who live in this
neighborhood.
Name not available (unclaimed)July 30, 2017, 10:00 PM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
This project will create too much traffic congestion.
Name not available (unclaimed)July 30, 2017, 3:21 PM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
"No Alternatives Are Acceptable" speaks for itself.
Name not available (unclaimed)July 30, 2017, 3:15 PM
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I do not like any of the options. They will either increase traffic on other streets, make it more challenging to get
places and it seems the third option will close the 101 on/off ramp (which I use weekly). Why not take out one
side of street parking and make it a bike area? There seems to be a lot of parking available
Name not available (unclaimed)July 30, 2017, 2:00 PM
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No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
Cyclists rarely follow traffic laws and are currently not enforced to do so. We should up ticketing until laws are
obeyed. Only then should the city cater to their needs. By then they will have paid for it too.
Name not available (unclaimed)July 30, 2017, 1:19 PM
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Alt 1 - there are a lot of residents that are on that street and on that side of town, Broad is the entrance to the
freeway from that side of town.
Alt 2- One way couplets are confusing and frustrating to those that live on that street and if they have to go
around the block to get home, it doesn't make sense.
Alt 3- in the 1980's when round-abouts came to the west coast, several "calming structures" were put up and
the city wanted to put in a round about there, but the road is too narrow for parked cars, driving cars and
bicycles. As you can see, the structures and round about were voted down and stop signs were the choice then
and are working fine now. Chorro is the main traffic thoroughfare for those living on that side of town. Santa
Rosa is too busy with Hwy 1, especially if there is an event at Cal Poly.
Name not available (unclaimed)July 30, 2017, 1:11 PM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
All these options seem way to complex. I find it hard to understand and believe that we need to go to these
extents to accomodate bicycles. There is so much inconvenience to those of us who live in the neighborhood
or have family there and have to go back and forth from downtown on a daily basis. Please keep it simple!
Name not available (unclaimed)July 30, 2017, 12:41 PM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
The city is completely ignoring the residents and how these proposals will affect them. Shame on you!
Name not available (unclaimed)July 30, 2017, 12:13 PM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
Name not available (unclaimed)July 30, 2017, 12:09 PM
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More increased congestion and confusion. Stop diverting and clogging traffic! Bikes don't pay for roads. Cyclists
are rude and don't stop at stop signs. Stop pursuing this nonsense! This will upset traffic flow and make SLO
even harder to get around. A lot of older folk that need to drive are being hurt!
Name not available (unclaimed)July 30, 2017, 7:59 AM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
We are spending far too much money and inconveniencing far too many current residents for bike lanes.
Name not available (unclaimed)July 29, 2017, 8:06 PM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
Leave it alone until the Broad street on/off ramp closed and see if there is really an issue. This appears another
the Cities tactic to turn the North Broad are to rental student housing, eliminate long term residents to collect
higher property taxes from new out of area owners. I don't trust that the City will not be provided with our email
information and retribute against us if we ever need a permit from the Community Development department.
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)July 29, 2017, 9:05 AM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
First of all, thanks to the City for working to improve transportation options in SLO. I appreciate bike-related
improvements for safety and efforts to encourage more bikers.
I am a biker and bike commuter living in the Anholm District. I use the Morro Bike Blvd frequently, and ride my
bike to downtown, Cal Poly, and the airport for business, and to Avila Beach, Morro Bay, and beyond for
pleasure and exercise. I’ve had close calls with cars but mostly been OK.
This is a difficult issue. We need better north-south connectivity for bicycles, but I have concerns about all three
alternatives proposed in the survey.
The Broad Street Bicycle Boulevard plan is based on the assumption that a new pedestrian/bike overpass will
be built over the freeway at Broad Street, and that the Broad Street 101 ramps will be abandoned. Both of these
projects are capital intensive and unlikely to happen soon, if ever. Drawing a line down Broad Street, over the
freeway, and into downtown is easy to do on paper but the physical and political challenges challenges are
significant. The proposed ped/bike ramp will require long 1:10 ramps or loops on both ends, and is projected to
cost well over a million dollars. Bikers will be much more likely to just continue through the existing Chorro
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Street underpass than to climb up and over the freeway. CalTrans has stated that the Broad ramps can’t be
taken out until the Santa Rosa interchange is upgraded, an expensive proposition that isn’t a high priority for the
state agency.
Alternative 1 would be nice for Broad Street, but it will greatly impact the side streets and especially Chorro
Street. If the freeway ramps were eliminated, it might have a chance of helping out, but until then it will just
redirect 101-bound cars. The resulting bike-friendly Broad Street will still contain the steep hill that makes it a
difficult route to Foothill and beyond.
Alternative 2 is a major and costly restructuring of the traffic patterns, and is difficult to try out temporarily. It’s a
heavy-handed solution that will unfairly burden the east-west cross streets in the neighborhood—Mission,
Center, and in particular, the block of Lincoln Street between Broad and Chorro. The protected bike lane on
Chorro would be nice, but bikers and cars will still have to interact at the two stop signs at Center and Mission.
Alternative 3 adds car obstacles on Chorro but still doesn’t create a bikeway that would make a significant
difference to bike commuters beyond the existing situation.
My survey vote is for “none of the above,” for the reasons stated here. Instead, I believe the bike boulevard
should be on Lincoln Street. It is wide with relatively light car traffic, has a reasonable grade with no stop signs,
and climbs the hill to Murray Street fairly easily. From the Chorro/Murray intersection, bikers can go west down
Murray to join Broad Street, or east down Murray to cross Santa Rosa at the light and continue to Cal Poly via
Casa Street.
Lincoln Street already receives a lot of bike traffic from those who have figured out that it’s a friendly and safe
way across that part of town. The trickiest parts are the West/Chorro and Murray/Broad intersections, which
could use signage and perhaps other upgrades, all relatively inexpensive.
My other suggestion is to improve the Chorro/101 underpass, with lighting, a nicer fence, and perhaps some
aesthetic or even artistic upgrades. This key gateway to our delightful downtown is currently a dark concrete
passage. It’s a great opportunity to engage with local design firms, artists, and/or Cal Poly’s landscape
architecture program. Other cities have done amazing things with similar situations–for a taste, google "freeway
underpass art." The recent makeover of East Campbell Avenue below Highway 17 in Campbell CA is a great
example.
The Anholm district has done a nice job of coming together to discuss these proposals—many of us have had
informal meetings and some have even gone door-to-door to discuss these options. The neighbors I’ve talked
with generally recognize that we need to do what will work best for all the streets in our area, and indeed what’s
best for the city as a whole. Thanks for considering these comments and all the other input from the citizens in
the Anholm.
inside Neighborhood 1 (unverified)July 26, 2017, 1:48 PM
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These changes will all lead to negative impacts on the Anholm neighborhood. Currently, Lincoln street provides
a fairly traffic-free biking experience. Perhaps we could make the Foothill/Chorro intersection more bike
friendly, but the other 'fixes' will only cause more harm than good.
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)July 26, 2017, 10:59 AM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
Am I the only one old enough to remember "Calmegeddon"? Over 20 years ago, Broad and Chorro residents
unified to support a "traffic calming" plan that featured many of the design elements of today's Bicycle
Boulevard. It cruised easily to council approval, largely because only the neighborhood was paying attention.
The backlash from pass-through motorists was swift and vicious. Angry honkers revved their engines as they
careened around the obstacles. Anholm residents were condemned as elitists. The strident, persistent
complaints forced a special council meeting so large that it had to convene at the Vet's Hall. Deconstruction
started the following day.
The current iteration remains a secret to the community at large. The City's traffic survey of my portion of Broad
Street from 2016 shows motorists outnumbering cyclists 2,932 to 79 per day. We can expect many of these
motorists to express their surprise and indignation at least as forcefully as they did 20 years ago. (Forgive my
cynicism, but public discourse has not gotten kinder) Notwithstanding this widespread ignorance, and the
historical precedent for backlash, the current council seems inclined to plunge ahead. This being the case, I
request that the project be deemed experimental, and installed incrementally.
Name not available (unclaimed)July 24, 2017, 11:57 AM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)July 23, 2017, 10:01 PM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
Leave Broad st. With its current traffic flow
Name not available (unclaimed)July 20, 2017, 3:59 PM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
Bikes riders do not drive safely as it is. I do not agree with spending City funds for bike traffic.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (uncivil)July 19, 2017, 5:56 PM
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No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
I would never question the legal right of a bicyclist to pedal along the surface street of their choosing, anywhere
in the city. The wisdom of doing so, however, is another matter. Unless and until the legislature stops trivializing
distracted driving, only a dedicated, impenetrable bicycle lane will properly insulate cyclists from the reckless
carnage that inevitably results. Colorful
stripes and whimpy stantions are no match for the self-absorbed driver armed with a smart phone. If neither
street has the capacity to fully protect cyclists, then none of the alternatives are appropriate.
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)July 19, 2017, 1:29 PM
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I appreciate the concern about bicycle safety. I have voted no to the three alternatives because: Chorro and
Broad sts cannot be widened and the disruption to traffic flow will be considerable. If there was room for full
sized bike lanes on our older residential streets, I would support the plan, but this is not the case. I am already
moving more and more to the middle of the road to make sure that I do not hit very wide trucks parked on
Broad. Before we spend time, money and create considerable disruption for this neighborhood from the freeway
to Foothill, I request that we consider this alternative approach for the city and county. (yes, you are just the
City, but you can influence, by behavior, the County.) v
Create an education/safety plan for bicyclists and pedestrians that could go a long way to making us all safer.
1. Require those 16 and older to obtain a two year license (renewable) for their bikes. This would include a
written test re rules and safety as well as a fee that would be used to operate this system and to help maintain
roads.
2. Mount a city/county wide public service campaign regarding rules and safety for riding bicycles. Give details
and speak to laws that need to be followed.
3. Engage bicycle retailers to be involved in this campaign (e.g. sale of every bike includes a packet with rules
and safety info)
4. Mount a city/county wide public service safety campaign directed at those biking or walking at night.
I am a SLO resident for 40 years (in the neighborhood in question) and drive somewhere in the city almost
daily. It is rare that I do not see a bike rider breaking the law or making themselves invisible....
not stopping for stop signs...not using hand signals...riding on the street in the wrong direction...riding without
helmets...riding on sidewalks (adults not kids)...
no lights at night...and/or dark clothing with no reflector vests or tape, so side reflectors...riding two abreast in
bike lanes making the three foot law even harder to accomplish.
Unfortunately, there probably are some motorists who have intentionally intimidated or injured bike riders;
however, I believe that most of us work to make the road a safe place. Pardon the pun, but this needs to be a
two way street.
Thank you for your consideration of these suggestions.
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)July 19, 2017, 11:07 AM
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No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
All alternatives will increase traffic on Lincoln/West St. The plan should include mitigation/reduction of speed
and traffic on all streets used as a thorough way between downtown and Foothill in Anholm neighborhood. Wait
until CALTRANS closes the off ramp/overpass and spend the money now on reducing car speed through
Broad, Chorro, Lincoln/West.
Name not available (unclaimed)July 19, 2017, 8:53 AM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
I am an avid cyclist and live in Anholm but I believe this project should be reviewed after the overpass is
complete. The purpose was to get people to/from the overpass and avoid Chorro--see the Bike Plan! It was not
intended to be completed in pieces. The current streets in Anholm are safe and I don't see this neighborhood
as a priority to improve for cycling. It is one of the easiest to negotiate on bike, especially going down Lincoln.
And, the Safe Routes to School plan will address getting kids to Pacheco and Bishop Peak. We should look at
improvements at neighborhoods that are hard to bike. See the bike plan!
Name not available (unclaimed)July 17, 2017, 4:28 PM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
These streets are the arterials to downtown and across town for everyone in the Foothill area. To hinder traffic
flow in any way whatsoever is a recipe for disaster.
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)July 16, 2017, 9:10 PM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
Alt 3 would be okay with two comments. (1). Chorro at West street is a dangerous T intersection. West St has
stop sign, but Chorro cars, in both directions, accelerate quickly before West without regard for West St. bike or
car traffic. I believe this is due to changing of angle of Chorro so driver is not visually aware of next stop sign.
2) Yes for road bumps but not to a reduction of stop signs on Chorro or Broad.
Also many young children live on Lincoln/West. Non residential traffic should be discouraged from driving on
Lincoln/West Sts. off of Chorro St.
inside Neighborhood 1 (unverified)July 16, 2017, 5:46 PM
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I live on Lincoln Ave and any of these position would add more traffic to my street. I think a poll needs to be
taken on the amount of bike riders that use this passageway.
Either way you need to slow automobiles down on Lincoln. It has become a speedway. Drivers drive this at
speeds way over 25, There is not posted speed limit on this street.
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)July 16, 2017, 5:19 PM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
None of these alternatives are best for all the streets in the Anholm area. They will cost the city a lot of money
and still not aid the traffic situation, while possibly making traffic worse for other streets that are less affected
than the two main arteries of Broad and Chorro.
I suggest a count be taken of how many bikes go down each street to find out what street(s) are already being
used by most bikers before naming the Bike Blvd. This count should be conducted when Cal Poly is in session.
Name not available (unclaimed)July 14, 2017, 10:20 PM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
We do not need more bicycles.
Name not available (unclaimed)July 11, 2017, 10:50 AM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
I oppose all 3 alternatives, especially those that would divert traffic to Lincoln and West Streets. The reason is
my concern for the safety of the many children living in the vicinity of West and Lincoln Streets. The Anholm
Park on Mission St., just in from Lincoln, is very popular with the neighborhood children, many of whom walk
Lincoln to and from the park. The increase of traffic would jeopardize their safety. As it is now, drivers wanting
to avoid the stop signs on Chorro heading to Foothill Blvd., divert to Lincoln and drive without caution,
apparently in a hurry. Perhaps when the Broad St. ramps are closed, less traffic will travel Broad St., making it
more accommodating to the bicyclists. It might be wise to hold off on any alterations to Broad and Chorro until
that occurs.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)July 8, 2017, 3:21 PM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
All alternatives increase traffic onto Chorro, which is not acceptable. This is residential neighborhood that is
already impacted by commuter traffic coming from Los Osos to downtown. The need for a less stressful bike
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route should not be more important than our quality of life and the safety of our children. The LUCE EIR
identified significant increases in traffic onto Chorro, please remember this is a residential neighborhood.
Name not available (unclaimed)July 7, 2017, 10:50 AM
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I feel more time is needed to provide an overlaying study of the effectiveness of past bike/vehicle alternatives
that have been put in place with input from the surrounding community. How homeowners and tenants have
seen traffic patterns and speeds change within the areas and their thoughts concerning safety changes or
possible improvements. I feel visibility and awareness is key for all vehicle/bike interactions and I would like
more information pertaining to those parts of each proposed plan before making an educated decision.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)July 7, 2017, 8:28 AM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
Cons: increased traffic along neighborhood streets (Anholm tract); signage, speed bumps, circles, and asphalt
paint are all eye-sores. I personally wouldn't want to look out my front window and see that, especially after
paying the mortgage payments San Luis Obispo home owners pay; I drive these streets every day and I don't
see a need for a "bike boulevard".
Name not shown outside Neighborhoods (registered)June 30, 2017, 10:33 AM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
As homeowners on Lincoln for over 15 years we support pedestrians and cycling as modes of transport in our
neighborhood and throughout the city. Alternative 1 and 2 degrade conditions for residents and homeowners.
Many homeowners paid 800K to 1 million for their homes based on their preferences for location, privacy, and
street traffic flow- or lack thereof. It doesn't seem sound to alter the lives of many and negatively impact
people's access to jobs, home, emergency services, etc in order to benefit only cyclists. Pedestrians are not
even taken in to consideration with these plans. Higher costs and less convenience are not appealing
alternatives for change. We would support none of the 3 alternatives, with number 3 being the least worrisome
as it is not permanent just an eyesore for any unfortunate home dwellers in that direct location of sight.
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)June 25, 2017, 6:23 PM
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I have lived on this side of town on and off since 1973, and have seen a huge increase in vehicle traffic.
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However, I have not noted a corresponding increase in bike riders. In fact, it seems there are fewer riders,
especially among the Cal Poly students, and far more students with cars. This, along with the crunch in
affordable housing, has led to unacceptable levels and speeds of vehicle traffic. Meanwhile, the city is spending
a tremendous amount of time and energy trying to accommodate bicycle traffic. It feels like closing the barn
door after the horse has moved on and its owner has bought an SUV. None of these alternatives is acceptable.
We need to calm vehicle traffic and find acceptable parking or Park and Ride solutions, not rearrange entire
neighborhoods.
Name not available (unclaimed)June 25, 2017, 3:10 PM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
I think that all alternatives will increase traffic on alternative side streets. A quiet street that is not a thorough
fare such as Almond Street should not be impacted.
Name not available (unclaimed)June 21, 2017, 3:24 PM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
As a resident on Center St, a cyclist and a motorist, I can't support any of these proposed changes. Alternative
1 would divert more traffic onto Center St and other quiet, residential streets, which is very undesirable.
Chicanes seem ineffective and expensive. I would support more speed humps on Broad, which would slow
traffic and avoid concerns for slowing emergency vehicles (which would take Chorro).
I drive and bike daily on Broad, Chorro, and the surrounding streets in my neighborhood, and apparently do not
share in the thought that a change is needed, or that bicycling down either Chorro or Broad is stressful! I can't
help but to think that this money could be better spent elsewhere in the city.
Name not available (unclaimed)June 21, 2017, 12:06 PM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
Automobile congestion is bad enough already. Stop trying to make it worse.
Name not available (unclaimed)June 20, 2017, 4:13 PM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
Current system works. Proposed systems create problems.
Name not available (unclaimed)June 19, 2017, 6:22 PM
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get rid of the traffic circles, it makes people crazy, then I can select one.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)June 17, 2017, 3:26 PM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
We have been living on Broad Street by Lincoln for 19 years. One of the reasons we chose our location is the
ease in which we can come and go to downtown or use the 101 access. We would be highly inconvenienced
by any of the above alternatives being offered and are strongly against any change !
inside Neighborhood 4 (registered)June 14, 2017, 1:56 PM
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Closing streets and making some one way will simply back up traffic and make cars take circuitous routes. The
result will be drivers in a hurry to make up time - bad idea for bikes, pedestrians, and other autos - and cars
spewing out more pollutants. Broad and Chorro already have traffic calming - speed bumps, stop signs (even
for bikes!), bulb outs.
Name not available (unclaimed)June 14, 2017, 11:54 AM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
Stop trying to micro manage each little piece of the City in a vacuum. This nothing but a bandaid on a much
larger problem with traffic flow through the City. Living in the south part of town it should not take me more time
to get to the Foothill area than getting to Pismo Beach.
Name not available (unclaimed)June 14, 2017, 7:12 AM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
the existing situation without a bike Boulevard is best. we already have plenty of bike lanes, diversions and road
blocks supporting bicyclists already.
Name not available (unclaimed)June 14, 2017, 5:05 AM
No Alternatives Are Acceptable as currently presented
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I do not think anything needs to be done. I am a long time bicyclist. I raised my two kids on bikes and we rode
on both Chorro and Broad. As a father riding with my children I would choose to ride on Chorro. It is wider and
has more space for bicycles. I am adamantly against making Chorro and Broad one way streets. This is NOT
the solution. It will lead to more congestion at the corners of Chorro and Lincoln and Broad and Lincoln. That
section of street can not handle that kind of traffic. Plus it is a freeway onramp and off ramp right there as well.
I urge you to Not make those streets one way.
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inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)July 30, 2017, 6:09 PM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
This is the least bad of all these options (other than No Alternatives are Acceptable) As someone who lives in
this area and walks to downtown and rides my bike to downtown, I also realize that vehicle traffic has to move
through this area. Broad and Chorro streets are the only north/south connectors for this entire neighborhood. I
live on Montalban, just off of Lincoln, so this entire fiasco will impact my life. This is a bad idea!
Montalban St., SLO
Name not available (unclaimed)July 26, 2017, 1:56 PM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)July 25, 2017, 8:46 PM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Option #3 allows the SLO bike community along with the surrounding neighborhoods and traffic to co-exist in a
safe and sensible manner.DO IT!
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)July 25, 2017, 7:12 PM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Alt.3 with consideration to the SLO bicycle community, existing neighborhoods and traffic patterns option #3
would best accommodate all stakeholders
Name not available (unclaimed)July 25, 2017, 6:55 PM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Alt#3 would be the best option w/ consideration and emphasis to bicycle traffic, current roadways and traffic
patterns.
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)July 22, 2017, 9:49 AM
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I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
As a long time resident of Broad St. (between Mission and Serrano), I support this movement toward a more
bike friendly community. I frequently bike (as a commuter and to various parts of town) and drive, and am
grateful to the work city staff is doing to evaluate bike boulevard options. I'm concerned that Alt. 2 (with one
way streets) may encourage even faster speeds through our neighborhood. I'm not opposed to Alt. 1 diversion
ideas (which seem to work reasonably well along the Bill Roalman bike Blvd.), but I think that Alt. 3 may be the
best option to reduce speeds on Broad while minimizing impacts to residents and drivers. Still more could be
done to reduce car traffic to a level in keeping with a bike boulevard. Ideally, the city can work with Cal Trans to
facilitate the eventual closure of the Broad St./Highway 101 freeway ramp as mentioned in the Alt. 3 scenario.
In conclusion, I support any and all planning efforts to promote the use of bicycles in SLO, reduce carbons
emissions when possible, and reduce the likelihood of car/bike accidents in town. Thanks for the opportunity to
comment.
Name not available (unclaimed)July 20, 2017, 9:22 PM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Name not available (unclaimed)July 18, 2017, 8:00 PM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Unless it's being used to slow traffic down, the traffic circle isn't necessary. I don't see it as an improvement at
that location.
Name not available (unclaimed)July 18, 2017, 4:21 PM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
While #3 is better than either of the others, it also has flaws, such as the unnecessary chicaines and the
roundabout at Mt. View -- I suggest we try #3 without these additions for a year or so and then gather data to
see if these expensive add-ons are a good investment. Could be implemented quickly and inexpensively and
address major concerns for the bicycle community and the residents of the area.
Name not available (unclaimed)July 18, 2017, 1:31 PM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
I prefer Alt. 3 WITHOUT chicanes. They are an added expense that I believe DECREASES cyclist safety.
Name not available (unclaimed)July 17, 2017, 9:30 PM
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I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Name not available (unclaimed)July 15, 2017, 11:23 AM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Name not available (unclaimed)July 14, 2017, 10:18 AM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)July 13, 2017, 1:35 PM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Broad street is unique. It's limited by its narrow 34 foot width. This is a fixed variable and cannot be altered.
Traffic calming measures need to be put into place to deter speeding and large unauthorized commercial
vehicles over 5 tons.
The Broad street exit off of highway 101 needs to be closed or made so inconvenient it is sparsely used.
vehicles larger than 5 tons need to be redirected to Santa Rosa St. / Foothill Blvd. Commercial corridor.
Traffic enforcement by SLO PD needs to be increased and measured.
Name not shown outside Neighborhoods (registered)July 10, 2017, 6:15 PM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Name not available (unclaimed)July 10, 2017, 3:21 PM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)July 7, 2017, 3:06 PM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
This is the easiest option for people that live on Broad St. I would like to still be able to access my driveway
without taking an extra long detour.
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)July 6, 2017, 10:02 PM
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I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
I have seen one way streets in other downtown neighborhoods in the Bay Area. They have not worked as they
promote higher speeds. We need to choose the solution that is best for both chorro and broad streets. That is
option 3.
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)July 6, 2017, 9:48 PM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
While I relish the idea of considerably less traffic with the number one option, the negative impact on the
neighborhood as a whole is too great. Thus, I support concept number three. To have a profound impact on
reducing the amount of traffic in the neighborhood (while improving bike safety) would be to close the 101 on/off
ramp, an option that is unfortunately is not listed on the survey.
Name not available (unclaimed)June 28, 2017, 8:52 PM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
I'd prefer no alternative (no changes are acceptable to me as a neighborhood resident) but I know that some
changes will be made, so I support option 3 because it will have the least negative impact to the community. Do
not make one way streets in this neighborhood because the impact will be serious for those that reside here as
well as causing unnecessary impacts and problems for adjacent streets and areas of town.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)June 28, 2017, 7:45 PM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
While Alt 2 is interesting, the reduction in LOS on Chorro from Murray to Mission is too much. I also feel Alt 2
results in traffic being too close to the one-way capacity limit for both streets. I would be very against Alt 1 due
to the traffic increase on Chorro. Therefore I prefer Alt 3.
Name not available (unclaimed)June 28, 2017, 3:44 PM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)June 25, 2017, 10:00 AM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 24, 2017, 4:40 PM
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I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)June 24, 2017, 3:34 PM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Alt. 1 meets the "intent" of the project as listed in the SLO Bike Plan. But it misses the mark because it
increases Chorro traffic significantly (Chorro will continue to be a bicyclist route choice if their destination isn't
west of Chorro).
Alt. 2 is initially intriguing as it provides greater separation potential between motorists and bicyclists, but it has
a fatal flaw. The flaw is the additional elevation gain between Mission and Meinecke. Bicyclists whose
destination is west of Chorro don't currently have to ride up this hill. For some, the steepest portion may keep
them from riding. I predict that others will decide to avoid the hill by riding the wrong way in the bike lane on
Broad, thus adding a problem that doesn't currently exist. Another strike against this option is that it doesn't
meet the intent of the SLO Bike Plan project. The BTP calls for a lower (auto) speed and volume route. This
option actually increases the volume on Broad Street. While the volume on Chorro will drop, it is still higher than
Bicycle Blvd. target volumes.
Alt. 3 offers a testable low cost compromise. It doesn't change any user's route choice option but does make all
choices more appealing for bicyclists as it lowers speeds, and even increases the desirability of the popular
"wiggle" option. While it too doesn't meet the intent of the Bike Plan project, it takes a positive step in the right
direction (lower speeds) on multiple routes.
Name not available (unclaimed)June 22, 2017, 12:03 PM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)June 22, 2017, 9:43 AM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Big thanks to city staff for all the work that has gone into this process. I live on Broad and have a 9-year-old who
bikes to Pacheco. Alt. 1 would be great for us, but it would have a negative effect on our neighbors. While I
support the idea behind Alt. 2, I have some concerns that are keeping me from voting for it. First, the section
between Mission and Meinecke is prohibitively steep, especially for kids. Second, one-way streets increase car
speeds. This is especially concerning on a residential street with driveways. Homeowners on Chorro will have
to back out of their driveways across two-way bike traffic and a parking lane to access one-way car traffic,
sometimes with limited visibility. Alt. 3 comes the closest to treating Anholm as a complete neighborhood with a
shared goal of slowing down car speeds throughout. Adding a speed mitigation element on Lincoln would make
it even better. Thanks!
Name not available (unclaimed)June 21, 2017, 1:54 PM
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I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
I support plan #3 but only if the Broad Street on-ramp is closed as part of the plan.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 7 (registered)June 21, 2017, 7:07 AM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 20, 2017, 8:32 PM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 11 (registered)June 20, 2017, 6:42 PM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 20, 2017, 3:34 PM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 20, 2017, 3:00 PM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 20, 2017, 6:45 AM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Name not shown outside Neighborhoods (registered)June 19, 2017, 8:21 PM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)June 19, 2017, 11:25 AM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)June 18, 2017, 4:49 PM
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I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
I really do not like and do not want in my Chorro Street neighborhood what was created on Morro Street.
I do not want more traffic on Chorro Street.
One lane roads cause people to drive faster without regard for the neighborhood.
I support option #3.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 10 (registered)June 17, 2017, 2:27 PM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
inside Neighborhood 5 (registered)June 17, 2017, 1:14 PM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
inside Neighborhood 7 (registered)June 16, 2017, 1:49 PM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
I'm far from an expert on streets and traffic but it seems to me that Alt. 3 offers the best combination of
"improvement" and overall "less disruptive".
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)June 15, 2017, 11:49 AM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Before the addition of Alternative 3 my position was that neither Alt. 1 or 2 were acceptable. The negative
impacts of both of those alternatives outweigh the positives, especially for the many people living along Chorro,
Mission, Meineke and Lincoln streets, including increased traffic, driveway access, and on-street parking. But I
believe Alt. 3 offers some benefit for bicyclists in the short term which will increase when the Broad St. freeway
exit/entrance is eventually closed while not exposing us to the negative impacts of the other two alternatives.
inside Neighborhood 6 (registered)June 15, 2017, 2:52 AM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 8 (registered)June 14, 2017, 8:27 PM
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I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 7 (registered)June 14, 2017, 10:54 AM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 14, 2017, 10:12 AM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 14, 2017, 10:00 AM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
inside Neighborhood 6 (registered)June 14, 2017, 7:57 AM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
I chose this because making a street one way, no matter how many other traffic calming features are included,
sim0ply speeds traffic through the town from point to point.
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)June 14, 2017, 7:47 AM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Versions A and B are too disruptive to the homeowners in that neighborhood. Furthermore, A and B will create
many problems on Foothill, Murray, Meineke, Lincoln/West and added congestion on Santa Rosa.
Name not available (unclaimed)June 14, 2017, 7:34 AM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 14, 2017, 7:27 AM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 14, 2017, 6:19 AM
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I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 13, 2017, 9:31 PM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 7 (registered)June 13, 2017, 2:54 PM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
I like alternative 3, although I'm not sure if there is a difference between the existing speed humps and the
proposed "speed cushions." The existing ones are good because cars usually slow down but bikes don't have
to. :)
inside Neighborhood 5 (registered)June 13, 2017, 11:31 AM
I support Alternative 3 (Bicycle Boulevard without diversion; traffic calming on Broad & Chorro)
Alternative #2 will only speed up traffic rather than slow it down which will generate more noise and accidents.
Chorro (with 3 lanes) will also become a formidable barrier for pedestrians to cross. It will leave Broad Street as
it is. Moreover, the one-way through street might possibly lower property values for the Chorro Street residents.
Alternative 3 is superior to Alternative 1 because of the additional speed humps located along Chorro and the
chicane. I live immediately south of 101 on Broad Street and I'm concerned that this portion of Broad also
needs a bike boulevard to insure the safety of the Mission Grammar School and the Mission Prep School kids
not to mention the safety of the bicyclists.
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All Participants who selected 'Alt. 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet)'
Name not available (unclaimed)July 28, 2017, 8:51 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
inside Neighborhood 1 (unverified)July 27, 2017, 3:54 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
As a resident for 20 years, it's important that we find thoughtful solutions to our transportation issues. The
Broad Street neighborhood has become a thoroughfare for drivers to cut through the town and the traffic will
continue to get worse over time if we don't address this now. We need to divert more drivers out of these
neighborhoods and encourage more people to use alternative transportation instead. I live in the neighborhood
near Pacheco Elementary and the traffic issues around my home are bad and getting worse, largely due to the
high volume of traffic coming in and out of the school. By creating safer bike/walk routes in the Broad Street
neighborhood, we can create safe new options for our children to get to school safely. I sincerely hope that our
community can come together and do the right thing. It may seem less convenient now but it's the right thing to
do.
inside Neighborhood 1 (unverified)July 20, 2017, 8:54 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
#2 is the safest option for cyclists, and allows for separation between cars and cyclists.
Name not available (unclaimed)July 18, 2017, 8:05 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (unverified)July 18, 2017, 6:24 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)July 18, 2017, 3:31 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)July 18, 2017, 4:18 AM
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I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)July 17, 2017, 9:28 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)July 17, 2017, 9:01 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)July 16, 2017, 8:07 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Hi - I bike this route everyday. I like to see the alternative where bikes are separate but still visible - shows
everyone that this is a viable transportation alternative.
Name not available (unclaimed)July 15, 2017, 7:30 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Hopefully the people living in these neighborhoods will get some kind of notification that this plan is being
considered by the city.
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)July 15, 2017, 8:20 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)July 15, 2017, 6:40 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)July 14, 2017, 11:30 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
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I think alternative 2 shows the greatest commitment to safe and efficient bicycle transportation, and provides
the best balance of traffic loads throughout the neighborhood. I understand that it may be an inconvenience for
property access, and if this is an overriding concern, then I would vote for alternative 1 as a second choice
(although it too would create property access issues.) I live in the neighborhood and drive Broad Street at least
twice a day; I ride my bike on it occasionally. The existing arrangement is dangerous and unacceptable for both
drivers and bicyclists, and alternative 3 does little to improve it. I would suggest the consideration of "bicycles
exempt" stop signs and/or "yield right of way to bicycles" signs as may be appropriate in the project.
Name not available (unclaimed)July 14, 2017, 11:27 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
To minimize traffic, how about adjusting traffic light length so cars stop longer and then avoid the route due to
increased travel time.
inside Neighborhood 6 (registered)July 14, 2017, 9:29 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Instead of closing a segment of Broad to vehicle traffic, the one-way couplets will improve circulation for all
users. There are many towns with one-way couplets in the neighborhoods, and it works well with Pismo Street
on the other side of downtown. It's simple to navigate, especially once drivers are used to it. One-way couplets
also simplify the environment for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians, since there is only one direction of traffic to
cross at a time.
Name not available (unclaimed)July 13, 2017, 1:18 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)July 13, 2017, 11:51 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)July 12, 2017, 7:52 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
inside Neighborhood 6 (registered)July 11, 2017, 3:32 PM
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I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 6 (registered)July 11, 2017, 8:00 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)July 11, 2017, 7:11 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
More even distribution of car traffic, plus protected bike way. This is the way to go
inside Neighborhood 6 (registered)July 10, 2017, 4:49 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
I chose the One-way Couplet. However, while not neighborhood friendly would it not be cheaper to remove all
parking on Chorro and stripe buffered bike lanes in both directions providing a COMPLETE STREET (
sidewalks, bike lanes and vehicle lanes in both directions) from Palm to Murphy. Secondly I am apposed to
two-way bike lanes that do not provide at least six feet wide bike lane in each direction ( not counting the gutter
pan ). If we go with the Couplet the make it a true couplet for both bicyclist and vehicles.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 10 (registered)July 10, 2017, 4:45 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not shown outside Neighborhoods (registered)July 7, 2017, 11:08 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)July 7, 2017, 9:05 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)July 7, 2017, 7:01 AM
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I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)July 5, 2017, 1:09 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)July 1, 2017, 1:12 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 30, 2017, 11:16 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
inside Neighborhood 10 (registered)June 28, 2017, 2:43 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
inside Neighborhood 8 (registered)June 26, 2017, 4:19 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
inside Neighborhood 10 (registered)June 23, 2017, 7:39 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not shown outside Neighborhoods (registered)June 23, 2017, 3:27 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
I like option 2
inside Neighborhood 6 (registered)June 23, 2017, 3:22 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 12 (registered)June 23, 2017, 2:51 PM
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I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 11 (registered)June 23, 2017, 9:00 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 22, 2017, 2:27 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 8 (registered)June 22, 2017, 9:15 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 21, 2017, 4:41 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Option 2 seems to be the most equitable. Both streets get evened out traffic flow and accessibility to cars/bikes
and pedestrians. It does not put undue stress on one street and its residents.
I think the amount of speed bumps in all of the plans is overkill and punitive towards drivers. If the goal is to get
people to drive less, make the transit in the city worth using.
inside Neighborhood 8 (registered)June 21, 2017, 11:00 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
The easiest way to encourage people to cycle or walk instead of drive is to offer safe ways of doing so. Many
people perceive these activities as dangerous. Making them as safe as possible should be the priority. Given
the three alternatives, I feel that alternative 2 would be perceived as the safest. Separating cars and bicycles
as much as possible should be the goal, especially when young children are involved.
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)June 20, 2017, 11:55 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 20, 2017, 10:25 PM
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I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 20, 2017, 9:16 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
inside Neighborhood 6 (registered)June 20, 2017, 8:47 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 20, 2017, 8:33 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
How in the world will Chorro St. turn into 4 lanes of traffic??!!
inside Neighborhood 7 (registered)June 20, 2017, 5:14 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 20, 2017, 3:40 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)June 20, 2017, 3:12 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
I want to thank the City staff for conducting a great set of community meetings and studies to come up with
these approaches. I am in favor of Alt 2 as it would be one of the most approachable and safest alternative for
bike commuters of every age to use. I like the idea that crossings along Chorro and Broad will be reduced to a
single lane of traffic making it safer to walk through the neighborhood. Although the other Alt 1 is nice a nice
approach, I feel it may exacerbate the traffic issue on Chorro. Alt 3 doesn't go quite far enough to increase
safety for less skilled or young bike riders, in my opinion. Thanks again for your efforts on this project.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 6 (registered)June 20, 2017, 2:41 PM
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I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 19, 2017, 3:45 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 19, 2017, 8:23 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)June 18, 2017, 7:06 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
inside Neighborhood 7 (registered)June 17, 2017, 1:53 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
This seems like the safest alternative for bicyclists. It may not decrease speeds as much as the other
alternatives, but it clearly separates cars from bicycles; thus encouraging more bike riders. I use my bike for
errands around town, and look for routes that give bicyclists a clear path with some separation. It seems to
equalize the playing field some.
outside Neighborhoods (registered)June 17, 2017, 12:22 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Neat solution
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 9 (registered)June 17, 2017, 11:58 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)June 16, 2017, 5:06 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
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Thank you to city staff for compiling input from the community and transforming it into several options. After
attending the last meeting where options were reviewed in detail I fully support Concept Alternative 2
(Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet). As a cyclist who commutes daily this option provides the best infrastructure
to encourage more bicycle trips through the Anholm neighborhood. From a safety perspective this option excels
because:
1. Provides dedicated lanes where cyclists do not share the lane with cars and are not overtaken by passing
cars
2. Bike lanes on Chorro have an 11 foot separation from the drive lane (3’ paint buffer + 8’ parking lane)
providing a safe and welcoming environment for both experienced and new cyclists alike. In addition the parked
cars provide a physical barrier between bike lanes and drive lane.
The major downside to Concept Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard w/ Traffic Diversion) is the neighborhood traffic
implications. It reduces vehicle traffic on Broad by 80% while increasing vehicle traffic on Chorro by 60%.
Chorro is already above the established “Max neighborhood traffic threshold” of 5000 vehicles/day with ~6000
vehicles/day currently and Concept Alternative 1 would push it to ~9800 vehicles/day. This is pushing traffic on
Chorro very close to the established “Roadway Capacity” of ~11,000 vehicles/day. I didn’t see traffic data for
Lincoln St (from Chorro through West St) but I imagine traffic would increase due to congestion on Chorro with
vehicles looking to bypass a large section of Chorro using a street (Lincoln St) with no stop signs.
Concept Alternative 2 reduces traffic on Chorro by ~15% bringing Chorro almost under the “Max neighborhood
traffic threshold” while continuing to keep traffic on Broad well below the “Max neighborhood traffic threshold.”
This is a better balance for the Anholm neighborhood.
I applaud city staff for thinking outside the box with Concept Alternative 2.
inside Neighborhood 11 (registered)June 16, 2017, 2:56 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
I worked at Mission Prep for 13 years, and often cycle this area. I usually go north on Chorro to get to Highland
and Hwy 1, gritting my teeth and trying to be conspicuous. Many drivers don't understand that the white line is
not a bike path; it's the dreaded door zone, and I wish it wasn't there. I ride south on Broad, cruising over the
humps is fun and I can come close to car speeds on the northern part. Why were they never added on the rest?
Drivers seem more knowledgeable on Broad St, maybe less tourists or newbies.
Anyhow, I don't care for the Morro St bike blvd, I use it but it is NOT restful, drivers have blown thru stop signs
more than once, not understanding it (curse of unfamiliarity). I do not support Opt1, though it would be more
one-sided than on Morro St.
Our town handles one-way streets fairly well, I believe Opt 2 is best. I hope some of the stop signs on Chorro go
away, with speed humps added. This option also maintains traffic volumes equitably, I think that's important for
residents. It could be a great addition for the area.
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Opt 3 is a far second; I don't believe Caltrans will close Broad St exits any time soon. This was supposed to
happen about 10 years ago, right? And fund a bridge? Sorry, but who are we kidding?
Thanks for providing a way to comment.
inside Neighborhood 7 (registered)June 16, 2017, 2:43 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Alternative 2 is a brilliant solution for this part of town! The traffic calming on Chorro and Broad St. will go a long
ways towards reducing car trips through these neighborhoods and will increase children riding/walking to
Pacheco and Bishops Peak schools. Great Job SLO CITY!!!!
Name not available (unclaimed)June 16, 2017, 1:22 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 7 (registered)June 16, 2017, 11:40 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 16, 2017, 9:15 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 11 (registered)June 15, 2017, 3:57 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
You should've given me a choice to share my position with my name to staff, but anonymous on the website.
Name not available (unclaimed)June 15, 2017, 3:28 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 15, 2017, 12:20 PM
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I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 15, 2017, 9:59 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 15, 2017, 9:06 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 2 (registered)June 15, 2017, 12:18 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)June 14, 2017, 9:59 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 14, 2017, 8:26 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
The one way traffic option seems to provide the best combination of vehicular traffic flow and bicycle/pedestrian
safety
inside Neighborhood 6 (registered)June 14, 2017, 8:13 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 14, 2017, 8:06 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
This will be the safest way for bike/pedestrian and traffic.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 6 (registered)June 14, 2017, 6:05 PM
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I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
outside Neighborhoods (registered)June 14, 2017, 6:03 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 7 (registered)June 14, 2017, 4:42 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
inside Neighborhood 6 (registered)June 14, 2017, 2:55 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 7 (registered)June 14, 2017, 2:25 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
inside Neighborhood 10 (registered)June 14, 2017, 2:22 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)June 14, 2017, 1:51 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
I like one way streets, particularly in this case where squeezing parking, two lanes and bicycles make the roads
unsafe. I'd ride my bike downtown if there was a safer path there (I live near Bishop Peak).
inside Neighborhood 8 (registered)June 14, 2017, 11:43 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 14, 2017, 11:14 AM
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I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 6 (registered)June 14, 2017, 11:12 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 14, 2017, 9:56 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 14, 2017, 9:50 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
It really makes the most sense. One way streets are almost always better for traffic anyway
Name not available (unclaimed)June 14, 2017, 9:34 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)June 14, 2017, 9:30 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Hi - thank you for your hard work on this. I've voted for alt 2 because it seems the simplest and limits use of
speed humps/cushions.
If we end up with only more green striping on chorro and broad, and some additional bulbouts through the
corridor over time, I would be totally fine with that also. Thanks again and good luck!
Name not available (unclaimed)June 14, 2017, 9:30 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 14, 2017, 9:00 AM
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I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
outside Neighborhoods (registered)June 14, 2017, 8:57 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
As a daily bike commuter, options 2 seems like It will give bicyclists the most safety, while creating the least
impact to traffic flow and speed. While separated bike paths are ideal, creating protection from traffic with
cement poles or parked vehicles is an effective way at protecting cyclists and motorists from the dangers and
costs of accidents. Slo should invest in projects like this in other areas, especially tank farm and higuera, before
it is too late and all of the open land is developed.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 7 (registered)June 14, 2017, 8:51 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
While this does inconvenience the property owners on Chorro & Broad - it does create a wonderful lane for
bikes, pedestrians, and vehicles. I believe it will improve the lives of the property owners on Chorro & Broad.
Name not available (unclaimed)June 14, 2017, 8:42 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 14, 2017, 8:36 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 5 (registered)June 14, 2017, 8:25 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
The on road cycle track is the safest option for bicyclists. If cars want to fly from one end of town to another,
they already have Santa Rosa. My wife and I rarely visit businesses in the foothill area, because drivers on
Chorro/Broad do not respect bikes. If you make a safe route between, we will then be able to patron some long-
lost businesses. Always remember, to come anywhere near the City's lofty 20% bike goal by 2020, extreme
measures will need to be taken. It's time to allocate more than 20% effort and upset a few people.
Name not available (unclaimed)June 14, 2017, 8:11 AM
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I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 14, 2017, 8:06 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 14, 2017, 8:02 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
inside Neighborhood 4 (registered)June 14, 2017, 7:50 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
We lived in the Anholm District for 15 years, and I see this alternative as a very calming option. Streets are
narrow with two way traffic and cars parked. Add speeding and bicycles, and the neighborhood looses
tranquility. One way streets with cushions (like Pismo Street) would slow everything down and make bicycling
through a pleasant experience as it is on Pismo St.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 6 (registered)June 14, 2017, 7:44 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 14, 2017, 6:55 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)June 14, 2017, 6:52 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
inside Neighborhood 6 (registered)June 13, 2017, 9:31 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
You'll never be stuck behind the guy with his daughter reading on their bike again this way...
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)June 13, 2017, 3:27 PM
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I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
While there is no perfect plan, I believe this is a good one! Thanks for all the work on it.
Name not available (unclaimed)June 13, 2017, 1:42 PM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
I like the alternative 2 which has the most bicycle facilities. It does come as an inconvenience to the near by
residents as far a vehicle access and parking loss but the overall neighborhood will benefit from the new
facilities with slower vehicle speeds.
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)June 13, 2017, 11:30 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 13, 2017, 10:18 AM
I support Alternative 2 (Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet System)
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Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)July 20, 2017, 7:51 PM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
I prefer option #1 because it doe not add any speed bumps (which I despise) to Chorro and it seems to have
the least amount of changes.
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)July 20, 2017, 1:59 PM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
If the intent of this process is to create the safest route for cyclists and pedestrians then Alternative 1 is
unquestionably the best option. It dramatically reduces auto traffic on the route and is likely to significantly slow
what limited traffic remains. I have lived on barricaded streets in both Berkeley and Davis, and can attest to their
success in both locations.
I attended all BSBB planning meetings up to this point, and read nearly all the comments posted here. The
chief objection to Alternative 1 is, I believe, the traffic impact that is projected for Chorro and cut-through street
residents. I agree that it is dramatic and that the city absolutely needs to do more to direct traffic to Santa Rosa
and other primary routes. But surely this can be addressed once the barricades are in place and the actual, not
projected, pain points are discovered?
I fear that we are dispensing with the safest option for our children, seniors, and other citizens because it will
take a bit more work to make it the best option for our neighborhood as a whole. Worse yet we are leaning
towards Alternative 2, despite data presented on this site showing that one way streets lead to increased
vehicle speeds and less driver awareness of pedestrians and cyclists. This is potentially less safe than our
neighborhood is now.
I have also heard objections around the inconvenience to Broad St residents caused by the barricades.
Residents will potentially need to travel 1-3 blocks out of their way to access their homes. To be clear, this issue
also exists for Broad St AND Chorro residents with Alternative 2. One way streets will force some residents to
travel 1-3 blocks out of their way, as well.
Alternative 1 is not flawless, it absolutely needs more relief for Chorro residents, but it is the safest. Isn't that the
point of all this?
Name not available (unclaimed)July 18, 2017, 4:19 PM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 6 (registered)July 17, 2017, 11:17 PM
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I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
Name not available (unclaimed)July 16, 2017, 7:44 PM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
Name not available (unclaimed)July 7, 2017, 11:39 AM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
Name not available (unclaimed)July 7, 2017, 10:26 AM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
Name not shown outside Neighborhoods (registered)July 7, 2017, 9:44 AM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
This is the only option that seems safe, the rest would cause major speeding/traffic issues!
Name not available (unclaimed)July 7, 2017, 9:27 AM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
There are no other safe options.
Name not available (unclaimed)July 7, 2017, 8:44 AM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
Damn Kids! Get off my lawn!
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 11 (registered)July 7, 2017, 7:55 AM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
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I do not like the idea of turning Broad into a "Bike Boulevard." There are way more cars than bicycles. Any of
these options are going to cause much more traffic. And these options are very unfortunate for those who live
off Broad st (I do).
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)July 6, 2017, 9:21 PM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
As a resident that lives in the area and drives and rides on both Chorro and Broad DAILY the only REAL viable
option here is Alternative 1. If the goal is to have a SAFE bicycle blvd then not only does there need to be a
safe lane to do so but a reduction in traffic as well. I will also note that converting the streets to 1 way in
Alternate 2 will cause cause the streets to look HORRIBLE with the required ballards. Also, Alternate 2 does
not reduce the car traffic where bicycles will be traveling so its my opinion that an increased safety issue will be
created. At a MINIMUM I would request the addition of more asphalted speed bumps on Broad (specifically
between Murray & Lincoln) because of the amount of people hauling ASS up and down that street
PLEASE!!!!!!!!!
inside Neighborhood 1 (unverified)July 2, 2017, 7:41 PM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 25, 2017, 10:17 AM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)June 21, 2017, 5:08 PM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 21, 2017, 11:51 AM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 21, 2017, 6:04 AM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 6 (registered)June 20, 2017, 9:36 PM
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I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
We use this bike route to get to and from Pacheco Elementary. For my 6 year-old daughter on her bike,
alternative 1 is the most safe and bike-friendly. If alternative 2 were to be adopted, there are significant steep
hills on Chorro that would not be amenable for a 6 year old to bike up and down every day (I doubt she would
bike if she needed to go on Chorro to reach school). Honestly, it seems that the road as it stands would be
better than alternative 3--curves in the road increase chances of cars entering the bike lane because of
distracted driving (or cyclists entering the car lane, as might be the case for a distracted 6 year old)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 20, 2017, 3:10 PM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 20, 2017, 11:55 AM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
This is the ONLY suitable alternative. The others aren't bike boulevards -- they're jokes.
outside Neighborhoods (registered)June 15, 2017, 6:50 PM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
It provides near-term improvement and lower cost way to test the workabilty of the project.
inside Neighborhood 7 (registered)June 15, 2017, 4:24 PM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)June 15, 2017, 4:02 PM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
As long as there is access to and from Serrano to Broad Street, Alternative 1 serves the best interests of the
residents and bicyclists.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 7 (registered)June 15, 2017, 11:55 AM
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I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
I don't live in the neighborhood, but my guess is Alt. 1 would be most acceptable to the majority of interests
there.
inside Neighborhood 10 (registered)June 15, 2017, 11:00 AM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
I would like to see a better explanation of each plan.
Name not available (unclaimed)June 14, 2017, 10:55 PM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
inside Neighborhood 6 (registered)June 14, 2017, 10:02 PM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
This is the safest, most convenient alternative.
Name not available (unclaimed)June 14, 2017, 7:21 PM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 14, 2017, 7:20 PM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
Any project to make cycling easier will improve the current situation.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 7 (registered)June 14, 2017, 5:02 PM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
Name not shown outside Neighborhoods (registered)June 14, 2017, 4:59 PM
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I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 14, 2017, 1:05 PM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 14, 2017, 11:25 AM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 14, 2017, 11:20 AM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
Stop studying and start doing! A trial would be a great place to start to build support and gather feedback.
inside Neighborhood 3 (registered)June 14, 2017, 10:27 AM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
Name not available (unclaimed)June 14, 2017, 5:11 AM
I support Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard with traffic diversion along Broad Street)
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inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)July 31, 2017, 7:01 PM
My name is My wife and I purchased our home at . in 2006. It is a second home, but
could be our full time home once I retire (soon). We purchased our home knowing there was adequate street
parking in front of our house. We are concerned a dedicated bike lane on Chorro St. in front of our home would
eliminate that street parking. In our mind, that would reduce the value of our home and reduce additional
parking adjacent to our house that we have come to count on. We are not in favor of any proposal that
eliminates parking on either side of Chorro St. Speed bumps would be okay, but, in reality, there are enough
stop signs on Chorro St. that cars don't have much chance to speed. I have made my concerns before on
cards provided in the mail, but not being in SLO for the hearings has me concerned my voice won't be heard.
Thank you for your consideration.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (unverified)July 31, 2017, 10:03 AM
I feel this plan does not take family needs, accessibility, or fire life and safety into consideration. There are a lot
of families in this area that will be negatively affected due to unnecessary vehicular limitations and parking
restrictions if partial closures and one way sections are implemented. Broad and Chorro are main veins from
downtown SLO to Foothill, and are primary access roads to Sierra Vista Medical Center, Bishops Peak and
Pacheco Elementary Schools, and Cal Poly. Access limitations to all of these areas will add a huge strain to
families located in this area and parking within a close proximity to home will become extremely difficult as well.
I also feel that the people who created these plans did not consider fire life and safety when laying out the new
pathways. The fire department uses both of these roads regularly for access to down town, the Villages, and
the occupants in the neighborhood, and by adding restrictions we risk unnecessary delays in an emergency
situation.
This may look like an attractive proposal to people living in other areas of town because they will not have to
worry about the negative impacts on the neighborhood, but the families that will be forced into a difficult living
situation would like to be considered as well. I am all for providing safer access to bicyclists and pedestrians,
but the plan needs to consider all of the users not just the benefits for a small group. The end result will also
need to provide dramatic improvements to the existing conditions which will include ADA upgrades throughout
the neighborhood.
Name not available (unclaimed)July 17, 2017, 4:24 PM
We are in favor of the last option. No change! We were living in the Lincoln/West area the last time the city
made changes to Chorro. Many cars decided Lincoln was the new racetrack. That avoided the speed bumps
and traffic circles. The expense to install and later remove them was outrages to the city.
Lincoln and West have many small children and senior citizens who will not benefit from the bike lanes and will
be in danger from the additional cars. Include them in your thought process.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)July 10, 2017, 6:20 AM
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As another writer stated, a very small percentage of travelers are using bicycles in SLO. Of course their safety
is a concern. But the cost, labor and disruption to vehicular traffic for the benefit of bicyclists on Broad is unfair
to the majority who drive, and who pay for the roads through gas taxes. And there is simply no way that any
vehicular limitations on Broad Street will not directly impact the traffic as well as, and ESPECIALLY, the
residents (and their property values) who live on and near Chorro Street. Chorro is wider than Broad and
ALREADY HAS BIKE LANES. One must wonder why bicyclists are deliberately taking the Broad Street route
knowing it is less bike-friendly?
If bicyclists were to share the road instead of riding in the middle of the lane and blocking traffic, and started to
obey stop signs, traffic lights and other traffic laws as they are supposed to, drivers would become a lot more
tolerant. I live near a corner and can verify that no more than one out of ten bicyclists come to a stop at the
stop sign, and when they do it is usually because there is vehicular traffic in the intersection. It is galling and
exasperating watching bicyclists deliberately flaunting road laws while expecting more rights and consideration
for their chosen mode of transport.
Both Broad and Chorro Streets would be safer for all if delivery trucks going to businesses at the north end of
town were to take alternate routes via the Santa Rosa and Foothill corridors. They don't belong on the Chorro
and Broad residential streets.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (uncivil)July 7, 2017, 2:43 AM
Option 1, for sure. We don't wanna see no one killed. Too many people on this road to make it just one way. Bull
shit
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)July 2, 2017, 2:20 PM
I support Alternative #3. It will help the bikers and should minimize the disruption for those of us living in the
neighborhood, while discouraging the use of Foothill and Broad/Chorro as an alternative to Los Osos Valley Rd
& Madonna.
inside Neighborhood 7 (registered)June 29, 2017, 8:51 PM
Wonderful to see this discussion! I raised my 2 children in SLO and transported them to school and daycare
along the Broad St corridor by bike daily. Although I love the current bike boulevard and consider it a great
improvement over standard city streets, I put my vote behind Alternative 2 for these reasons: the biggest worry
as a rider and especially as a parent teaching kids to ride, is the proximity of moving cars to cyclists. Alternative
2 is the most successful at separating cyclists and pedestrians from moving cars. Alternatives 1&3 essentially
rely on painted markings to keep cyclists safe. (A bit of an overstatement, but essentially true) We need more
than painted pavement. The cycle track of Alternative 2 provides a physical buffer (parked cars) between
cyclists and moving cars. Regarding Alt. 3, we should not center the City's plans around Caltrans' plans since
we do not have control over Caltrans decision-making or budgets.
inside Neighborhood 7 (registered)June 24, 2017, 8:22 AM
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I bicycle the Morro Street Bike Blvd often and always feel safe on it. I think it adequately addresses safety,
since a completely separate bike path is not feasible. I think a similar bike blvd on Broad would be a welcome
addition - allowing safe access to the Foothill area.
Name not available (unclaimed)June 22, 2017, 9:07 AM
As one who both drives and bikes this route between Foothill and downtown (and through up Broad to the
east), I believe alternative #1 provides the best options: #1 provides a bike detour of the hill on Broad with the
Almond diversion;; #1 doesn't make a complex vehicle maize of one-way streets like #2, or vehicle diversions
like #3. In no case do I believe a future bike overcrossing of 101 at Broad is necessary or cost effective.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 7 (registered)June 21, 2017, 9:38 PM
I've lived in SLO since 1983 and have raised two children here. While I appreciate the idealized view that
having more bike paths/boulevards, etc. will convince more people to ride bikes instead of drive cars, the reality
is that only a small fraction of the population will *ever* use a bike for more than just a casual ride. Meanwhile
the vast majority of the population must use a car because they are too frail/elderly, have small children to
transport, must carry tools to their work, need to carry groceries home, etc. It's time SLO did some serious
thinking about how to efficiently maneuver vehicles throughout the city without creating slowdowns like the
horrible renovation of South Street. Cars are the main mode of transportation for maybe 97% of us, so let's
start thinking about how to make traffic in SLO work for the majority rather than spending so much time and
energy on the very small minority.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 7 (registered)June 21, 2017, 5:07 PM
As someone who works near Mission Prep and Mission School, I am concerned about the safety of the
students outside the schools and walking to the Mission. However, I wouldn't want to see Broad closed in front
of the schools and Mills closed in front of the parking garage because teachers and parents need to have
access to the schools and parking for the schools. I noticed that the curve on Broad around the Mission and
Historical Society building hasn't been addressed, where I have seen a number of close misses involving cars,
semis, bikes, and pedestrians.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 11 (registered)June 21, 2017, 10:29 AM
This is a great idea. Make sure there is enough room for the families to get to their homes in their cars but keep
most of the traffic off of that street so the bike riders are safe.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 11 (registered)June 20, 2017, 9:31 PM
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Great work! As a cyclist and motorist I believe alternative 2 offers the greatest advantages to both groups and
also to the impacted neighborhoods.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)June 20, 2017, 6:51 PM
Whenever you think about mixing cars, bicycles and pedestrians, calming traffic should be the first priority.
Bicycles can be as dangerous to pedestrians as cars. I support bicycle boulevards, and I prefer the first plan
because it makes access to University Square easier (although not easy, that's for sure), but I urge the city to
not forget pedestrians. When you have bike lanes but no sidewalks, something is wrong somewhere.
Therefore, please, use roundabouts, plant buffers, and other tools to calm traffic, and make sure pedestrians
have not been forgotten anywhere along the bicycle boulevards. Furthermore, remember that the city is in the
process of working out a possible purchase of the empty land belonging to the Mormon church for the creation
of a park. This will also affect the location of some of the boulevard, and how people will reach the park,
especially on the Foothill side. The safer you make this area, the better for everyone.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)June 20, 2017, 4:23 PM
I fully support a bike boulevard linking Foothill to Downtown. I like option 2 best only because it clearly
separates bikes from car traffic. It would be terrific to be able to bike into town without worrying about being
bumped by a car or having a car door opened in front of me. If the biking feels safer, I would feel more
comfortable biking with my kids to town, too. Right now, I do it, but not with my kids because it feels too risky.
Name not available (unclaimed)June 20, 2017, 3:45 PM
No change to the existing bike path should be made. Taking the path down Almond St is dangerous to the
resident as the bikes don't obey the speed laws.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)June 20, 2017, 3:07 PM
There should be no changes to the bike path. I am an Almond Street resident and am concerned for my small
children and our privacy. I also do not like the idea of bikes racing by as I back out of my driveway either. Our
street is narrow and we all ready have parking issues.
I chose my location because Almond is not a through street with tons of cars and bikes riding down it. It is one
of the only street in Anholm that is like this. Therefore a great steet to raise my small children. Your Almond
Street diversion in only one block of the path. They should remain on Broad. This proposal is very upsetting.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)June 19, 2017, 5:27 PM
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Thank you for the opportunity to provide feedback on the Broad Street Bicycle Boulevard Project. By default, I
can only support Alternative 1.
Why not close the highway on/off ramp to Highway 101 on Broad Street NOW while establishing a bike path on
Broad Street. THEN, study the traffic (both bike and cars) to see the result. My assumption is that many
people travel on Broad to take the off/on ramp. This action should greatly impact the amount of traffic on Broad
as well as Chorro Street. This on/off ramp is dangerous as it is - the on and off lanes are too short on a highly
traveled highway. Implementing any of these alternatives prior to the closing of the on/off ramp appears to be
premature.
However, I have the following concerns: increased use of speed humps/speed cushions used in all alternatives;
reduction of street parking on Chorro Street (Alternative 2); lack of use of roundabouts and visual cues; and use
of chicanes.
As a long-time resident living on Chorro Street, I am extremely interested in how speed humps/speed cushions
are used. I was so glad to see the ones that were once placed on Chorro Street removed. They did not
significantly keep cars from speeding on the road (either speeding over the bump or moving to the side of the
road to try to evade it) and the emergency responders, at that time, indicated their concern (and mine now) that
response time was impacted.
Alternative 2 appears to indicate that curb parking would be eliminated on one side of Chorro Street. Curb
parking is highly used on this street and this alternative would require individuals living on this street and who
no longer have curb parking, as well as visitors, to cross a very wide street with more traffic. People may resort
to jay walking and pedestrian accidents or near misses can result. As a person living on this street there have
been occasions where I have had to park on the other side of the street it is not a practice that I would like to
have to do every day - there is just too much traffic and an issue of safety.
Roundabouts have been shown to be extremely effective in reducing speeding since a good roundabout design
places a high priority on speed control. Why not more roundabouts - perhaps replacing the multiple stop signs
along Chorro Street which require police presence periodically? In addition, have visual cues been considered
for the area. Visual cues help drivers recognize that they are entering an area of increased pedestrian and
bicycle activities. Lastly, my research indicates that the use of chicane's (Alternative 3) are not always
considered effective as an a driver can maintain speed and drive down the centerline if there is no on coming
traffic.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)June 15, 2017, 6:20 AM
First, the link is broken to Attachment 6 - Broad to Foothill Connection (Option B). Second, many of these
proposed changes will negatively impact residents without providing an equal boost in value to cyclists. Rather
than focusing on taking something away from the people who live on these streets, how about focusing on
adding something for everyone. The overpass over 101 would not take anything away from anyone and would
be the greatest value for all. Taking away on street parking, shifting streets to one-way, and increasing traffic to
Almond in order to provide ease to a small segment of people who don't even live here are not good solutions.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 6 (registered)April 20, 2017, 9:24 PM
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As shown in Alternative 2, bike lanes should be protected at minimum by parked cars and ideally, barricades. It
is not enough to simply paint bike lanes a bright colour, there must be a physical component to make people
feel safe. Not enough people bike in SLO because there is not the proper infrastructure, making it the harder
choice. A direct vein of pedestrians and bicyclists should be constructed between Poly and downtown, bringing
vitality and commerce to the city’s core. American city engineers love to build 10’ wide lanes because they
believe it increases safety. However, an 8’ lane if more than sufficient. People drive slower and more cautiously
when lanes are slimmer.
The downtown core of SLO should be car free, and the streets around the edges should be turned into
woonerfs. It is time to follow the examples of European cities, such as Oslo, Copenhagen, and Barcelona, and
place a premium on the pedestrian experience in the city core. And if you want to remove the cars from
downtown, take away the parking. It’s an idea that seems radical, but one that works. For older people who
prefer not to have to walk too far, we live in a college town, get some students to pedal around cycle rickshaws
who want a bit of pocket cash. Younger people are choosing not to own cars and move to cities that are
walkable and provide superior public transportation. Let’s build a city for people, not cars, and one that will be
comfortable 50 years from now.
Name not available (unclaimed)April 18, 2017, 2:42 PM
I am a cyclist and a resident of SLO. I have considered the options and feel confident that Alternative 2 is the
best plan. Thank you for all of the hard work and thought put into this project!
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (uncivil)April 17, 2017, 7:41 PM
As a resident that lives in the area and drives and rides on both Chorro and Broad DAILY the only REAL viable
option here is Alternative 1. If the goal is to have a SAFE bicycle blvd then not only does there need to be a
safe lane to do so but a reduction in traffic as well. I will also note that converting the streets to 1 way in
Alternate 2 will cause cause the streets to look HORRIBLE with the required ballards. Also, Alternate 2 does
not reduce the car traffic where bicycles will be traveling so its my opinion that an increased safety issue will be
created. At a MINIMUM I would request the addition of more asphalted speed bumps on Broad (specifically
between Murray & Lincoln) because of the amount of people hauling up and down that street
PLEASE!!!!!!!!!
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)April 10, 2017, 2:59 PM
One problem I did not see considered in the Alternatives Screening Analysis document is the impact Alternative
1 will have on driveway parking on Chorro St., specifically the increased difficulty and danger for people backing
out of driveways along Chorro. The document does mention loss of on-street parking spaces in order to provide
greater visibility from driveways, but this won't address the problem of simply trying to back out into the street
with the increase in traffic projected in Alternative 1.
Loss of on-street parking is already a an issue now, as well, due to the large number of cars associated with
houses inhabited by students. Alternative 1 will make that even worse, as well.
Name not available (unclaimed)April 8, 2017, 4:23 PM
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I greatly appreciate the time and energy that city staff have put into the design of traffic alternatives to the
Chorro-Broad area between downtown and Foothill. Quite a few community members have been advocating
for a bike boulevard, or something similar in this area for 3+ years and several meetings have been done during
that time to discuss alternatives. While I think both alternatives discussed at this last meeting are viable, I favor
Alternative 1...a bike boulevard on Broad for a couple of reasons:
1) While the terrain on Chorro (hills, etc.) might be navigable for an adult or teen with no trouble at all, they are
not conducive to families and children riding together. It would be almost impossible for the average
elementary-school-aged child to ride the last hill before Foothill at Meineke successfully.
2) If the City is serious about decreasing car trips and encouraging 20% of all trips be pedestrians and bikes,
we need to take serious measures toward that goal and bike boulevards are proven to be the way to get people
out of their cars and onto their bikes. Further, we need to get families and kids onto their feet...teaching the next
generation that getting around on two wheels is efficient and worthwhile is the way to change generational
behavior.
Besides leaving you my feedback of which alternative I like the best, the more important message I want to
leave with you is this...it's time to stop talking about this project and make something happen. With each
meeting, new alternatives are explored and it seems the same things are never discussed twice. I believe we
are getting to a state of "anaysis paralysis" here and people are starting to "tune out" thinking nothing will ever
happen (hence, your smaller attendance at the last meeting). Please take into consideration the feedback you
have been given, do some real polling if you need more community input...and then make some decisions and
move forward. My son was in Kinder when this discussion began. I hope he has not graduated from Laguna or
even SLO High before this comes to fruition. Thank you again for your hard work and taking the feedback of
the community seriously.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)April 7, 2017, 5:47 PM
The plans are abusive to the neighborhood residents, disabled, elderly, young children and those unable to ride
bicycles. Plans need to take into consideration social justice in this alleged era of enlightenment and equality.
An important start would be to close the on and off ramps to Highway 101 on both sides of the freeway at
Broad. That would immediately reduce vehicle traffic on the streets that bicycles utilize. The increase in the
amount of pollution due to greater distances necessary for drivers (due to one way streets, restricted streets,
traffic diversions/buffers and prohibited turns) will add more miles for routine trips to neighborhood stores and
downtown. Certain streets will suffer and carry a greater burden under either of these plans. Back to the
drawing board, please. It's time for a large neighborhood meeting followed by another larger meeting with the
bicycle groups so that we can all work on this together.
Name not available (unclaimed)April 6, 2017, 8:09 PM
An overpass over 101 at Broad street is outrageously expensive just to save bicyclists the 1 block jog to Chorro
Street. As a taxpayer, I could not support such a project.
If Broad is limited or closed to motorists in favor of cyclists, that traffic will be diverted to Chorro, and those in
proximity to Chorro Street will suffer. Chorro already has bike lanes and plenty of room for cars AND bikes.
Does one of the City's supervisors or City Council members live on Broad street? This is reminiscent of the
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inside Neighborhood 8 (registered)April 6, 2017, 8:15 AM
San Luis needs more walking and biking paths that are safe. I live in the Laguna Lake area and see many close
calls. If we have more designated areas for bikers and pedestrians to use it will make traveling safer for many. I
do see many bikers use the bike lane but then go on the sidewalk and or mingle through traffic when it is
stopped which is very unsafe. If we can separate the walking and bike lanes this would be most helpful.
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)March 30, 2017, 1:45 PM
As a homeowner on Chorro & Mission and a building/business owner on Broad & Lincoln, I am extremely
interested in the status of the Broad St Bike Blvd. I absolutely love the idea of making our city more bike able
while making my Anholm neighborhood as safe and enjoyable as possible. Personally, I haven't yet decided
which plan I prefer, as both have positive and negative aspects. Alternative #1 seems to solve the issue of
speeding cars and congestion on Broad, only to pass the buck onto Chorro and Lincoln Streets. While
Alternative #2 spreads the flow more evenly, it may need to do more to combat the problem of cars treating
Broad St like one big freeway onramp.
Either way, I look forward to more positive discussion about the Bike Blvd, and am excited about the future of
SLO!
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)March 29, 2017, 6:43 PM
Option #2 presented on Thursday, March 23, 2017 is a POOR option for residents in the Anholm neighborhood.
This option is estimated to increase traffic at LEAST 20% on narrow Broad Street which is only 34 feet wide.
For perspective, Chorro is 44 feet wide - approximately a car and a half width wider than Broad Street. Option
#1 is a much more practical choice given the increase in future population growth and current commercial
revitalization at the north end of both Broad and Chorro Street.
Broad Street needs two-way traffic at the north end of the street in order to provide reasonable access to the
Foothill Shopping Plaza, Ferrini Square, Valencia student apartment complex and The Villages retirement
community. Chorro Street needs two-way traffic as well because the north end of the street provides access to
Foothill Shopping Plaza and University Square Shopping Plaza. In addition, both Broad and Chorro are direct
conduit routes to Cal Poly.
Why divert traffic through the East/West facing streets to traverse the residential area between Highway 101,
Highway 1 (Santa Rosa St.) and Foothill Blvd.? This makes no sense and would be highly disruptive to a
residential neighborhood filled with young children, pre-occupied college students and senior citizens. Given a
cost vs. benefit analysis, it is clear Option #1, as it currently stands, is far superior as it supports today's needs
as well as the future needs of this neighborhood. Thank you.
Name not available (unclaimed)March 29, 2017, 1:10 PM
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Thanks for a good informative meeting last week - Luke did an excellent job. It seems that the possible closure
of the on-ramp, off-ramp at Broad and 101 will alter the dynamic of the traffic significantly, and that impact
should be first before we have to do the bicycle plan twice. (The potential bridge connecting to downtown is a
second question, and not necessarily tied to the closure first.) That said, it seems like Chorro is already the
natural corridor and makes sense to upgrade the safety and usability for bicycle users to the best extent we can
on that street.
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)March 27, 2017, 11:07 AM
Thank you to city staff for compiling input from the community and transforming it into two options. After
attending the last meeting where both options were reviewed in detail I fully support Concept Alternative 2
(Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet). As a cyclist who commutes daily this option provides the best infrastructure
to encourage more bicycle trips through the Anholm neighborhood. From a safety perspective this option excels
because:
1. Provides dedicated lanes where cyclists do not share the lane with cars and are not overtaken by passing
cars
2. Bike lanes on Chorro have an 11 foot separation from the drive lane (3’ paint buffer + 8’ parking lane)
providing a safe and welcoming environment for both experienced and new cyclists alike. In addition the parked
cars provide a physical barrier between bike lanes and drive lane.
The major downside to Concept Alternative 1 (Bicycle Boulevard w/ Traffic Diversion) is the neighborhood traffic
implications. It reduces vehicle traffic on Broad by 80% while increasing vehicle traffic on Chorro by 60%.
Chorro is already above the established “Max neighborhood traffic threshold” of 5000 vehicles/day with ~6000
vehicles/day currently and Concept Alternative 1 would push it to ~9800 vehicles/day. This is pushing traffic on
Chorro very close to the established “Roadway Capacity” of ~11,000 vehicles/day. I didn’t see traffic data for
Lincoln St (from Chorro through West St) but I imagine traffic would increase due to congestion on Chorro with
vehicles looking to bypass a large section of Chorro using a street (Lincoln St) with no stop signs.
Concept Alternative 2 reduces traffic on Chorro by ~15% bringing Chorro almost under the “Max neighborhood
traffic threshold” while continuing to keep traffic on Broad well below the “Max neighborhood traffic threshold.”
This is a better balance for the Anholm neighborhood.
I applaud city staff for thinking outside the box with Concept Alternative 2.
Name not available (unclaimed)March 24, 2017, 9:52 AM
Hello and thanks for the good work. As a daily user of that neighborhood's streets, I believe that option 2 will
best address current and future traffic/pedestrian issues. I would suggest, if possible, to implement changes to
the streets themselves to be done as minimally as possible to start. I think the "full build out" scenarios are what
really make people concerned that the character of the neighborhood will be negatively altered. If possible,
please address the circulation concerns first, and then after determining their effectiveness, add the other
aspects such as planters, physical barriers, etc. If the auto/bicycle/pedestrian interaction is greatly improved by
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this plan I believe public support will grow for future improvements.
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)March 24, 2017, 8:58 AM
Thank you so much for your efforts on these two proposed approaches. I feel both are great approaches that
captured the communities input very well. After reviewing the two alternatives I feel Alternative 2 (one way
traffic) is my prefered option. One of my main concerns was to not overly impact vehicle traffic flow on Chorro.
In my opinion, alternate 2 is the best neighborhood approach that does not shift the vehicle traffic problem to
another neighboring street. Again thanks for your time putting this together. I wish I could have been at the last
meeting.
inside Neighborhood 6 (registered)March 23, 2017, 5:07 PM
Dear Commission Chair and Members:
Please recommend that the Board of Supervisors allocate Parks Public Facility Fees or other funds to cover the
estimated shortfall for the Request for Proposals to provide consulting services for construction and right-of-way
documents for the Bob Jones Trail 4.4-mile extension.
This work is needed to move the extension project to “shovel-ready” status and thus eligible for grant funding.
The county must fulfill its commitment to complete this stretch of the City to the Sea Trail. Further delays could
cause work that has already been completed to expire, adding additional cost and time to a project already
years behind schedule.
Yes, this is a copy and paste letter from the bikeslocounty website. However, I wholeheartedly agree that this is
an important project and that it would be a waste of our funds as a community to abandon the research that has
already been done towards completing the project.
Sincerely,
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)March 21, 2017, 10:13 PM
I support the Broad Street Bicycle Blvd. initiative Otion #1, and commend the City for its proactive stance.
However, this project is yet to be funded so whilst we plan for the future lets not overlook the present. The
recent revitalization of the North end of Broad Street remains in immediate need of increased enforcement from
SLO PD against Oversized Trucks (Usually speeding) using Broad St. as a short-cut between Hwy. 101 and
Foothill Blvd. and NOT the multi-million dollar commercial corridor (two blocks away) of Santa Rosa St. / Foothill
Blvd. to service commercial customers at the North end of Broad / Chorro St. Allow me to explain.
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I live at the North End of Broad St. between Across from the South end of The
Villages retirement community. Broad St. is 34 feet wide, (Chorro St. 44 feet, Foothill Blvd. 65 feet). Broad
Street is rated for vehicles up to 3 tons, the posted speed limit is 25 mph. On most of Broad St. on-street
parking is permitted on BOTH sides of the street.
Assume the average non-commercial vehicle is 7 feet wide (Mirror to Mirror). Two vehicles parked against the
curb on each side of the street would occupy 14 feet. That would leave available 20 feet for traffic to pass North
& South on Broad Street. Adding bicyclists & pedestrians to the remaining limited available road space is
deadly. More so, when you consider the traffic make-up of vehicles using Broad Street between Hwy. 101 &
Foothill Blvd. I estimate that between 30 - 60 oversized non-authorized vehicles rated Class 3 - 6 (10,000 -
26,000 lbs+ and 8' - 12' wide, 30' -85' long) traverse Broad street on EVERY weekday between 6:00 a.m. and
6:00 p.m. The majority of this traffic at speeds ABOVE the posted 25 mph limit as speed bumps are too low to
be effective and law enforcement scarce. HEAVY/WIDE speeding trucks on a NARROW road in residential
neighborhood filled with preoccupied elementary & college students & Senior Citizens is a DEADLY scenario.
The ONE improvement I want to see whilst we debate the Broad Street Bicycle Blvd., is DAILY traffic
enforcement for extended periods of time as the Oversized vehicle / excessive speed infractions are random &
take place throughout the day. The City & SLO PD need to commit the resources to keep our students,
residents, & property SAFE. A comprehensive plan of increased enforcement, traffic calming measures (higher
speed bumps, increased signage, better bike lane & pedestrian crosswalk lane markings, etc.), AND outreach
to the Neighborhood merchants (CA Fresh Grocery, Lincoln Deli, the Villages, etc.), delivery companies, &
permitted companies doing construction in the area INSISTING that Oversized delivery trucks and
constructions vehicles utilize the Santa Rosa / Foothill Blvd. commercial corridor is a MUST.
At the North end of Broad St. It's time we get SERIOUS about protecting our most vulnerable citizens (students
& elderly) and STOP oversized speeding vehicles exploiting the vehicle code to our collective peril. I hope that
the City managers and SLO PD can address these important safety issues at Broad St, Bike Blvd. meeting # 3
as a part of the Broad St. plan both present and future. Thank you.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 11 (registered)March 15, 2017, 2:50 PM
I am still concerned with the growth around Broad Street south of South and Santa Barbara. There are no
means to safely cross Broad except at South and Santa Barbara, at Orcutt, at Industrial Way and then at Tank
Farm. That is too great a distance to have so few pedestrian or cyclist activated street crossings.
inside Neighborhood 2 (registered)March 15, 2017, 9:54 AM
Will this change Chorro to a non-bike street?
inside Neighborhood 2 (registered)March 15, 2017, 5:25 AM
Bravo San Luis Obispo! Having cycled in many communities with good bicycle infrastructure, I can say from
personal experience that having North Broad be a bicycle boulevard will make it much easier and safer for
people to cross town using means other than a car. I am for this project 100%
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)March 11, 2017, 9:06 AM
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We support creating a safe environment for cyclists. I am a cyclist myself. We live on Chorro St. near Mission
St. The traffic at certain times of the day is already very heavy and, as another commenter said, cars are
speeding and "gunning it" at the stop signs. We are concerned about increased traffic on Chorro due to the
diversion of traffic from Broad and the related noise and safety concerns. Additionally, an increase in traffic
would impact our quality of life and possibly the value of our home. We support the idea of making Chorro and
Broad streets one way in opposing directions, with a full bike lane and parking on both sides. Bike lane traffic
would be in the same direction as car traffic.
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)March 8, 2017, 4:14 PM
I'm delighted by this project. I ride often with my kids from the area north of Foothill to Downtown, and it would
be wonderful to be able to ride along Broad and under/over the freeway directly. I'm particularly excited about
the safe crossing proposed for Foothill; crossing Foothill from the North side is currently a substantial challenge.
Many thanks for all your hard work on this project!
Name not available (unclaimed)March 8, 2017, 3:03 PM
I am in favor of Bike Boulevards, Bike Lanes, Bike paths...etc. Please focus on the South Broad Street Corridor
as has been the plan for over 15 years....before someone gets hurt. If some of these traffic calming measures
were used on South Broad Street, like a median/pedestrian refuge and wider bike lanes, it would be much
safer!
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)March 8, 2017, 2:27 PM
I am a recent addition to Serrano Drive (4 years). While I love the idea of a making Broad St more bike friendly
and slowing down the traffic, I must admit I am feeling a bit boxed in when I look at the diverter map and the 71
Palomar project. A year ago posted regarding taking a look at both the Broad Street Bike Blvd
project along with the 71 Palomar development of 41 housing units. Based on both projects moving forward I
am favoring making Broad a one way towards Foothill with addition of speed management updates and parking
on both sides in one direction.
Here is the body of s message which I feel impacts this projects success and our neighborhood;
Currently, there is a project in the works that could jeopardize several of our neighborhoods and negatively
impact any plans for a Broad St. Bicycle Blvd. Likely, many have not heard of this development at 71Palomar
Ave. that includes building 41 housing units; likely to be occupied by students due to its prime location. This
address is the old historic Sandford Farm House, also known as the Delta Tau Fraternity House. The City
Cultural Heritage Committee is reviewing this item at its next meeting on March 28, 2016 @ 6pm. From there it
will go before the Architectural Review Committee for approval. If the project in its present form is approved and
it breaks ground, think what this high density housing in this location will do to increase traffic, parking issues
and noise...contending with more of these issues in the neighborhood can lead to resident owners moving out
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and more homes being bought for student rentals; thus loss of the neighborhood as we know and enjoy it today.
Additionally, Luneta Dr. adjacent to the 71 Palomar project is slated to be opened up to two-way traffic, thus
providing a shortcut from Tassajara off Foothill Blvd. to Palomar Ave. and Serrano Dr. dumping traffic directly
onto Broad St. This would negatively impact several neighborhoods with much increased traffic.
I would suggest a higher use for this property would be a much lower density housing project, a restored
historic home (ie; Jack House) for public use, a city pocket park (much needed in this NW sector of SLO), and
keeping Luneta St. blocked to through traffic. Any or all of these possibilities need to be considered in order for
the Broad St. Bicycle Blvd. to be effective.
Thus, I recommend that both of these projects be considered together; sent to the City Planning Commission
and the City Council for a thorough vetting and consideration.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 6 (registered)January 21, 2017, 11:28 AM
As one who both drives and bikes this route between Foothill and downtown (and through up Broad to the
east), I believe alternative #1 provides the best options: #1 provides a bike detour of the hill on Broad with the
Almond diversion;; #1 doesn't make a complex vehicle maize of one-way streets like #2, or vehicle diversions
like #3. In no case do I believe a future bike overcrossing of 101 at Broad is necessary or cost effective; Why
mess with another Hiway 101 crossing? Just use the Chorro underpass for the bike boulevard. Save some (a
lot) of money, and the Chorro street is less hilly towards Foothill.
inside Neighborhood 10 (registered)January 13, 2017, 10:34 PM
What about the South half of broad street from at least Tank Farm to downtown? It seems that half needs help
too as the bike lanes are totally unsafe for children.
inside Neighborhood 6 (registered)January 13, 2017, 6:15 AM
I support the implementation of this plan! Bike boulevards are a wonderful additional amenity to our bike
infrastructure. The current availability for safe bike travel for families who live on the south side of town, but
commute to the north side for work or school is problematic.
inside Neighborhood 7 (registered)January 12, 2017, 9:56 AM
We have enough bike friendly streets now. It is becoming too hard to drive and park downtown. Bicyclists do not
do the bulk of shopping. Don't handicap downtown businesses further.
Name not available (unclaimed)January 12, 2017, 8:31 AM
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I think vehicle speed limits should be reduced in all of SLO, especially in neighborhoods. We have people drive
45 through neighborhoods and 55 down Broad. Speed limits should be dropped to 15 in neighborhoods and 25
on Broad. Also, a bike boulevard should be extended from downtown SLO, down Broad Street, to South Street.
Round-abouts help, along with speed bumps, barriers prove useful, and so does "signage." All of these things
should be implemented. The safety of the cyclists and pedestrians should be the highest priority. Also, we
should reduce the number of vehicles that go through downtown, through side streets like Nipomo & Pacific (it's
like a highway), and down Broad. Downtown SLO should be a haven for cyclist and pedestrians. If you build it
they will come. Many people I know will only bike in a large group for safety or will only bike on paths that have
proven to be safe. If you build a safe path they will come.
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)January 12, 2017, 7:54 AM
While I endorse making Broad Street one way, making it one way all the way to Foothill would result in a traffic
and safety nightmare, given the very heavy traffic coming into Broad from Ramona and the traffic in and out of
Foothill Plaza. The Broad/Chorro/Foothill intersection area is already hazardous. Making this the turn around
point for a one way street will exacerbate an already dangerous situation. Perhaps having the one way start at
Murray, which is already a divided street, might make sense.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 11 (registered)January 12, 2017, 6:52 AM
Great idea
Name not available (unclaimed)January 11, 2017, 6:09 PM
We strongly encourage the use of bicycles within our cities.Safe routes of travel should be provided for
bicyclists. Safer bike lanes will encourage greater uses of bicycles that will reduce our carbon footprint.
Frequently, the laws regulating biker safety are ignored by members of the biking community. We all see
bicyclists who ignore stop signs, stop lights, riding outside bike lanes, riding on the wrong side of the road.
These have all contributed to the high rate of biking related accident in the city and county. Decisions adding
additional bike lanes should include a requirement for a more vigorous policing of the bike riders to reduce the
number of biking accidents.
inside Neighborhood 11 (registered)January 11, 2017, 12:03 PM
I support the Broad Street Bicycle Blvd Project and support ALL bike safety and enhancement projects.
Distracted drivers are an increasing problem for cyclists as evidenced by several tragic encounters in the last
few years. Please make bike safety routes a high priority. It is an investment in our environmental future and
encourages bike travel - good for traffic, health and the environment!
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 10 (registered)January 11, 2017, 10:34 AM
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Broad Street Boulevard is in great need of this project. I am in favor of creating a safer environment for the
public and, in particular, for our children.
inside Neighborhood 7 (registered)January 11, 2017, 10:05 AM
A Broad Street Bicycle Blvd will make biking and walking to school much easier for the children that attend
Bishops Peak and Pacheco.
Every day, for the last 4 years I have ridden from 3242 Johnson Ave. with my son on our bicycles to Pacheco
Elementary School off Foothill Blvd. It’s a five-mile ride each way, and it covers a range of cycling conditions
from the completely separated Class I Railroad Safety Trail to the completely unprotected residential streets
that are too narrow for bikes and cars to travel side-by-side.
Two years ago, a large group of concerned parents came to this budget planning meeting and expressed
concern about the safety of commutes like ours. As a result, the City prioritized funding for studies about the
Broad Street Bike Boulevard. Last year, we were thankful to have city staffers join us on our commute so they
could see, firsthand, how scary it is to ride down Broad St. with cars passing us illegally over double-yellow
lines.
The study phase was a success, and now it is time to complete the Broad Street Bicycle Blvd which will
improve air quality, create a safe route to schools and help the City meet its mode share goals. More
importantly, it will protect the children whose families are working to help the City achieve those goals.
Name not available (unclaimed)January 10, 2017, 7:43 AM
Safety and health are community initiatives. Let's do it!
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)November 28, 2016, 6:04 PM
The BSBB project should proceed. If the city is serious about bike and pedestrian safety, it would ensure that
traffic speeds and street signage are enforced and vehicles and bikes abide by the speeds and signage.
Any additional increase of residential or commercial infrastructure (and corresponding increases of vehicle
traffic) should be prohibited until the areas (Chorro, Broad and all cross streets) traffic flow is returned to the
city's own determined traffic capacity limits.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)November 22, 2016, 7:04 AM
I support the bike blvd. I use the Roalman Blvd daily and I would use this one daily as well as it connects my
work commute. Would love to see it named after a woman - I am sure we have some of those in this city?
inside Neighborhood 12 (registered)November 21, 2016, 4:44 PM
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The Broad Street Bicycle Boulevard is a great idea. It should be designed to prioritize bike traffic while allowing
limited motor vehicle use.
Name not available (unclaimed)August 13, 2016, 1:34 AM
inside Neighborhood 2 (registered)July 20, 2016, 11:02 AM
I support the highest level of discouragement of cars on bikeways such as what has been put in place on Morro.
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)July 20, 2016, 10:02 AM
Very excited about this.
1. I'd recommend the "under crossing" versus the "over crossing" for bike/ped traffic at Broad and HWY 101. I
believe your photo on the top right of the slide showing this crossing is from Davis, CA and that crossing is very
nice compared to the other HWY crossings in Davis which are "over crossings".
2. I didn't see anything detailing how the "two way cycle track" crosses from the south side of Ramona to the
north side of Ramona to connect the "Church Bike Path".
3. I'm curious about other's proposals of "one way cycle tracks" in different directions for Broad and Chorro. As
a daily bicycle commuter, I don't mind hopping over to Chorro from Broad or vice versa.
4. Broad street really should not have parking on both sides. I feel sorry for the residents on Broad - but
honestly that road is too narrow. How many rear view side mirrors are broken on that street every year?
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)June 24, 2016, 9:20 AM
At the last public meeting, two groups (including the one I was on) proposed making "single lane" one-way
streets (in opposing directions) on Chorro and Broad Streets, with the vacated lanes being dedicated to
bicycles. As I drive and walk the neighborhood, I think the redundancy of the two dedicated bike lanes is
problematic. What may seem a more balanced approach would be creating a single-lane one-way street on
Broad and using the abandoned car lane for bikes, and leaving Chorro as a two way street. For argument sake,
let's say that a one-way southbound car lane begins at Ramona and Broad, and provides the current access to
the freeway. Additional traffic calming features (beyond the current road bumps) could be added reduce car
speed on Broad. Additionally, the cross streets that intersect Broad, e.g., Mission, Center, could have bulb outs
that would necessitate a more deliberate (and slower) left turn off Broad. Taking this concept one step further,
all cars exiting the freeway at Broad would be required to turn right onto Lincoln and proceed to Chorro (for
travel to downtown or left towards Foothill).
Name not available (unclaimed)June 24, 2016, 9:18 AM
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At the last public meeting, two groups (including the one I was on) proposed making "single lane" one-way
streets (in opposing directions) on Chorro and Broad Streets, with the vacated lanes being dedicated to
bicycles. As I drive and walk the neighborhood, I think the redundancy of the two dedicated bike lanes is
problematic. What may seem a more balanced approach would be creating a single-lane one-way street on
Broad and using the abandoned car lane for bikes, and leaving Chorro as a two way street. For argument sake,
let's say that a one-way southbound car lane begins at Ramona and Broad, and provides the current access to
the freeway. Additional traffic calming features (beyond the current road bumps) could be added reduce car
speed on Broad. Additionally, the cross streets that intersect Broad, e.g., Mission, Center, could have bulb outs
that would necessitate a more deliberate (and slower) left turn off Broad. Taking this concept one step further,
all cars exiting the freeway at Broad would be required to turn right onto Lincoln and proceed to Chorro (for
travel to downtown or left towards Foothill).
Name not available (unclaimed)June 24, 2016, 9:07 AM
At the last public meeting, two groups (including the one I was on) proposed making "single lane" one-way
streets (in opposing directions) on Chorro and Broad Streets, with the vacated lanes being dedicated to
bicycles. As I drive and walk the neighborhood, I think the redundancy of the two dedicated bike lanes is
problematic. What may seem more balanced approach would be creating a single-lane one-way street on
Broad and using the abandoned car lane for bikes, and leaving Chorro as a two way street. For argument sake,
let's say that the one-way car lane begins at Ramona and Broad, and provides the current access to the
freeway. Additional traffic calming features (beyond the current road bumps) could be added reduce car speed
on Broad. Additionally, the cross streets that intersect Broad, e.g., Mission, Center, could have bulb outs that
would necessitate a more deliberate (and slower) left turn off Broad. Taking this concept one step further, cars
exiting the freeway at Broad would need to turn right onto Lincoln (as they currently do) and then proceed to
Chorro (for travel to downtown or towards Foothill).
inside Neighborhood 5 (registered)June 8, 2016, 10:19 PM
I reside at Broad Street and very much support this undertaking. However, my one concern is that if the
construction of this bike boulevard is phased that our portion of Broad Street (south of Highway 101) not be
constructed last. Our portion of Broad Street is in desperate need of such "street calming" features as
roundabouts, chicanes and/or bulb outs. Bicyclists, pedestrians and cars are all at risk when cars run through
our stop signs without stopping. So a small round about would be most welcome at the intersection of Peach
and Broad. Thank you.
Name not shown outside Neighborhoods (registered)June 8, 2016, 6:12 PM
I'm all for bicycling and it's so much more fun without all of the stop signs too! But to what expense? Who
should have to loose?
I would like to have a complete parking and traffic study, including the study of shipping and receiving traffic for
all of the locations involved on that stretch of Broad Street from Peach Street through to Monterey Street.
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There already isn't enough parking in this area of town for it's permitted land use.
I want to see the City and the Community to take special care of the Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa and it's
Church properties not only when there is some awesome concert in the plaza but really care about the
property. Everyone is always so excited about the concerts and events that are held in the plaza but no one
ever thinks to take care of the Mission itself. It has been here since 1772 and is the biggest reason why our
City is here. The schools have been a valuable part of our community since 1876, the first school in our county.
Are we not going to care about weather the children can get to school or not or if their parents have parking to
pick them up? You mention impact on congestion at "drop-off and "pick-up" times. That's not the only time we
need parking. We have meetings, during the day, deliveries, mail, field trips, guest speakers, parents picking up
sick children, just to name a few other times that we need parking. What are we going to do if you take away
our Broad Street parking then?
This is more than a fun way to get from one side of town to the other on a bicycle.... this impacts hundreds of
children daily throughout the school year for 2 schools.
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)June 7, 2016, 9:15 PM
I like the whole project, concept and guidelines.
Name not available (unclaimed)June 4, 2016, 6:50 PM
We fully support the idea of a Broad Street Bicycle Boulevard.
Our family of four, including two 10-year old children, bike around town and to school when we can (2-3 times
per week). Biking around town is good for our health, good for the environment, and makes us much more
aware of other bicyclists on the many occasions when we drive.
The bike infrastructure in San Luis Obispo is a fabulous opportunity for health, amenity for residents, and
visionary for the City to adopt. This new extension will open us a section of the City for bikers that is often
challenging to get to when biking from the other side of the 101.
We would regularly take advantage of this new segment, and would also financially support it, if such support
were possible.
Although we drive 90% of the time, we believe that the city should plan for pedestrian first, then bicyclists, then
transit users, and last of all drivers.
Thank you for the opportunity to offer our feedback on this important opportunity for San Luis Obispo.
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)May 26, 2016, 7:39 PM
I would love to see Broad Street become a one way street going towards foothill from the 101 over-pass.
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Parking remains on both sides of the street; however, parking would be headed in the same direction. On the
odd side of the street there would be a bike designated area, similar to the Pismo Street bike lane.
Since Broad Street is narrower than Chorro and Lincoln, the bike lane should be one way towards Foothill. A
lane going towards town could be implemented on Lincoln. If and when a bike and pedestrian bridge comes
about over 101, this bridge would become a two way directional bridge for bicycles. Bikes could easily cross
Chorro to reach the bridge from Lincoln.
Apparently the on and off ramp on Broad will be closed in the future. And this seems to be outside the city's
jurisdiction to close the on and off ramp, but it must be in the city's power to change the direction of a street.
This would eliminate the number and the speed of cars on this section of Broad Street. Eliminating parking is
not feasible, but mixing bicycles and cars going in either direction at speeds far greater than 25 mph is
dangerous, especially for the people on the bikes. I see families of one adult and two little kids filling up a car
lane with extremely discourteous drivers behind them.
Also, eliminating the straight thoroughfare from Foothill to the freeway would eliminate a lot of the problems on
that part of Broad Street. I've heard about the on and off ramps closing for 27 years, not 30 that I had stated at
the first meeting. But nonetheless, it has been a long time and the last time I brought up the problem with the
traffic's speed I was mailed a brochure how out of our own pocket we could solve the problem.
I think introducing a bike "lane" or "boulevard " could be be an answer, but the people who are impacted
personally (the residence in that part of Broad Street) should have the stronger input.
Name not available (unclaimed)May 26, 2016, 7:11 PM
I would love to see Broad Street become a one way street going towards foothill from the 101 over-pass.
Parking remains on both sides of the street; however, parking would be headed in the same direction. On the
odd side of the street there would be a bike designated area, similar to the Pismo Street bike lane.
Since Broad Street is narrower than Chorro and Lincoln, the bike lane should be one way towards Foothill. A
lane going towards town could be implemented on Lincoln. If and when a bike and pedestrian bridge comes
about over 101, this bridge would become a two way directional bridge for bicycles. Bikes could easily cross
Chorro to reach the bridge from Lincoln.
Apparently the on and off ramp on Broad will be closed in the future. And this seems to be outside the city's
jurisdiction to close the on and off ramp, but it must be in the city's power to change the direction of a street.
This would eliminate the number and the speed of cars on this section of Broad Street. Eliminating parking is
not feasible, but mixing bicycles and cars going in either direction at speeds far greater than 25 mph is
dangerous, especially for the people on the bikes. I see families of one adult and two little kids filling up a car
lane with extremely discourteous drivers behind them.
Also, eliminating the straight thoroughfare from Foothill to the freeway would eliminate a lot of the problems on
that part of Broad Street. I've heard about the on and off ramps closing for 27 years, not 30 that I had stated at
the first meeting. But nonetheless, it has been a long time and the last time I brought up the problem with the
traffic's speed I was mailed a brochure how out of our own pocket we could solve the problem.
I think introducing a bike "lane" or "boulevard " could be be an answer, but the people who are impacted
personally (the residence in that part of Broad Street) should have the stronger input.
Name not available (unclaimed)May 26, 2016, 10:26 AM
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Hello - we live on Venable St off Chorro St and very much support the bicycle blvd. Our family bikes regularly to
school and downtown. Our biggest concern would be with any traffic "diverters" that would increase traffic on
Chorro Street. We hope that traffic can be calmed on Broad St without having to divert even more through
traffic to Chorro St or Lincoln St. Thanks for your work on this awesome project.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)May 6, 2016, 12:00 PM
I believe that the northern terminus of this bicycle boulevard needs to be extended west on Ramona Avenue for
one block, between the Village at Garden Creek (to the south) and the Foothill Square Shopping center (on the
north). Ideally, it would then make a connection across the LDS Church property to Foothill Boulevard where a
user-actuated traffic signal should be installed at Foothill & Ferrini to permit peds and bicyclists to cross Foothill
safely. The connection across the LDS Church property should be negotiated with the church leadership, but
the best route would appear to be the easterly 10-12' of their property immediately adjacent to the masonry wall
that separates them from the shopping center delivery alley. A Class I bike path with adjacent pedestrian tracks
could be easily constructed next to the masonry wall. This project could transform the Bicycle Boulevard into a
"Safe Route to School" project because of its value in improving non-vehicular access across Foothill Boulevard
to the two schools served by Cerro Romauldo - which is planned to be another Bicycle Boulevard at a later
time.
Name not available (unclaimed)May 6, 2016, 10:46 AM
I believe that the northern terminus of this bicycle boulevard falls short of the need: We should extend it west on
Ramona Avenue for one block, between the Village at Garden Creek (to the south) and the Foothill Square
Shopping center (on the north), then make a connection across the LDS Church property to Foothill Boulevard
where a user-actuated traffic signal should be installed at Foothill/Ferrini to permit peds and bicyclists to cross
Foothill safely. The connection across the LDS Church property should be negotiated with the church
leadership, but the best route would appear to be the easterly 10-12' of their property immediately adjacent to
the masonry wall that separates them from the shopping center delivery alley. A Class I bike path with adjacent
pedestrian tracks could be built easily constructed between this masonry wall and a row of trees that have
fortuitously been planted right along the west side of the desired path. This project could transform the Bicycle
Boulevard into a "Safe Route to School" project because of its value in improving non-vehicular access across
Foothill Boulevard to the two schools served by Cerro Romauldo - which is planned to be another Bicycle
Boulevard at a later time.
outside Neighborhoods (registered)April 30, 2016, 3:38 PM
I am not a fan of the bike "improvements" I've seen in SLO to date. The bike path and intersection at California
and Foothill is confusing and over-run by pedestrians texting without looking where they are going, so thank you
for trying to force me off the road into that path. The green lanes seem to get invaded by cars as much as the
old bike lanes did, so I'm not sure what we've paid for there. The redo of Johnson and Laurel just makes cars
merge over left and back to the right, right when they should be looking for cyclists ahead of them instead of
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cars to the left. And the bike boulevard we already have is a hazard; just today trying to drive across on Pacific,
I couldn't see past all the parked cars along Morro to see the bikes (which I knew from the signage were not
going to stop) so I just have to keep edging further into the lane to the point where I'm in the way with my car by
the time I see the non-stop cyclist. Really, it's not that hard to stop a bike at a stop sign. Try it sometime.
So as far as a bike boulevard on Broad; no. I don't see the point. And as far as the bridge, what's wrong with the
underpass (with sidewalks and bike lanes) just one block over at Chorro? The only thing I think that is hard
about Broad as it is now is the number of cars parked on the street, and you know as well as I do that you're not
going to get those to move. Nor do you have room to widen the road to put in a bike lane alongside.
I get that people riding bikes make towns better. I don't agree though that any of the improvements
implemented so far are really making the difference you've hoped so you have zero support from me on making
more of the same changes. Do you have any numbers on people who've actually started riding more due to
improvement X? How about the number of injuries or collisions at a given intersection, have they gone down?
Saying "we did X" isn't the same as "we have seen a statistically valid change in the number of Y since Z was
changed." And the next time someone rolls out a survey that says "people say they'd ride if they felt safer" I will
want to scream; people will say anything as an excuse to not get out of their cars. Show me an actual
statistically valid change in the number of riders as the percentage of the total population, and then you'll have a
point.
At the end of the day, you can't make people not be lazy. But you can reduce the number of hazards those of us
who do ride have to face. Ticket the people driving and texting (not just during "distracted driving awareness
day" or whatever). Ticket the speeders. Ticket the rolling stops. Put traffic cameras in place and ticket people
via the cameras. Get the people who are supposed to be controlling those cars to actually follow the law.
Name not available (unclaimed)April 19, 2016, 9:07 PM
I was at the first meeting-thank you. Anyway, riding the route today it dawned on me that the ultimate solution
would actually be to have an auto/bike/pedestrian bridge connecting Broad Street over 101. One single lane for
cars going in or out of downtown (not sure which would be better). Would appeal to the car crowd (we're car-
free FYI) as well and might keep chorro from getting worse (could maybe do chorro one lane the opposite
direction). Pismo Street seems to be working okay?... I know there would be bigger engineering znd property
issues, but...
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)April 19, 2016, 10:05 AM
I live North of Foothill but like to bike downtown when I can. I typically take Broad Street but like many dislike
the stop signs along the way and find it reduces the enjoyment. A bike boulevard that removes impediments to
flow would be great. I also return via Lincoln because of the absence of stop signs.
I also agree that car owners would be disadvantaged from this move but I believe this is what we should be
doing - getting people out of cars and onto bikes and sidewalks.
Name not available (unclaimed)April 19, 2016, 9:18 AM
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I am not in support of Broad street being closed to automobiles.
I am in support of a safe way for people to bicycle without impeding automobiles.
I think there needs to be a tremendous amount of educating bicyclists. I have observed frequent impeding of
traffic (using the automobile left turn lane, as only one example), which is dangerous both the bicyclist and the
automobile.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)April 18, 2016, 12:52 AM
I've lived on Broad St. for the past 21 years. I think the bike path is a good idea and I'm willing to share the road
with everyone, but please don't take away any of the parking on the street that the residents and their renters
need for their quality of living
Name not available (unclaimed)April 14, 2016, 10:28 PM
I reside at Broad Street and would very much like to see a roundabout at the intersection of Broad and
Peach. Cars (and bicyclists) often drive or ride through this intersection without stopping even though this is a 4
way stop intersection. Without roundabouts accidents will eventually occur. I very much endorse the idea of
closing off the access ramps to Highway 101 and providing a bike/pedestrian bridge over the freeway. I
welcome the idea of a bike boulevard.
Name not available (unclaimed)April 14, 2016, 11:42 AM
I've lived on Broad Street since 1950 and seen all the changes as the years went by.
I think this is really not feasible due to the increasing traffic and the narrowness of the street. I think there
should be another avenue to be worked out on a wider street and not make more problems and inconvenience
for residents of Broad Street.
inside Neighborhood 10 (registered)April 8, 2016, 5:41 PM
This is a great idea! I support separating auto and bicycle traffic. I would love to see an overpass over 101.
The most important aspect of a bicycle boulevard, which the city has done a great job of incorporating on Morro
St., is minimizing stops. The fewer stops the better, that's what makes biking a fun and appealing alternative to
driving.
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)April 2, 2016, 2:07 PM
Thanks for allowing early input into this planning process.
We live in the Lincoln Street neighborhood bounded by Chorro and including West street until it rejoins Chorro.
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Like several neighborhoods in this part of town, Lincoln Street is a very quiet neighborhood. There is relatively
light traffic and no stop signs. It is a neighborhood that seems to have mix of residents including larger
numbers of retired folks as well as families with small children. Light traffic and no stop signs have also made
Lincoln Street an effective informal bike route with no conflict with its residents.
As we have found out in the past, the neighborhoods in the Chorro Street-Broad Street corridor from downtown
to Foothill Blvd are quite interdependent. This means that well intended changes on either street reverberates
into the surrounding neighborhoods, often with very negative consequences.
One notable example was the attempt to put roundabouts along Chorro to slow the traffic along this busy
corridor. Instead of calming traffic, the roundabouts aggravated the automobile drivers using Chorro. Much to
our horror, and I am sure an unintended consequence of the project designers, many motorists began using
Lincoln Street as a bypass around all the roundabouts. Traffic surged along Lincoln Street, with a small
percentage of drivers recklessly speeding to make up for lost time.
Unfortunately, it took neighborhood residents getting organized and conducting our own road usage studies to
document the problem and the greater risks to families with children who had to buy portable "children at play"
signs to slow traffic, and seniors who daily took their lives in their hands when they tried to back out of their
driveways. Fortunately, when the roundabouts were removed on Chorro, Lincoln Street returned to simply
servicing the neighborhood.
Lincoln Street residents are convinced that a dramatic change to Broad Street will have a cascading effect on
Chorro Street traffic, which in turn will resurrect the "Lincoln Street Bypass" and destroy the quality of life of the
neighborhood.
We hope that the residents of the surrounding interdependent neighborhoods be included in the early planning
stages so that unintended consequences of dramatic changes can be identified and properly considered in
weighing alternatives. We were not informed about the first meeting and only learned about the project via
word of mouth of folks who live along Broad Street.
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)March 24, 2016, 12:46 PM
I have lived on Murray Street between Broad and Chorro for 13 years. My wife and I have two boys, ages 8 and
10, and we bike often with them, especially to and from Pacheco school and downtown. I think the Broad
Street bicycle boulevard and the pedestrian overpass are both fantastic ideas. The biggest issue with our
neighborhood is that it is overloaded with through streets. People in automobiles use Broad, Chorro, and Santa
Rosa as cross-town routes, and they use Murray as a connector between those routes. If Broad turns into a
bike boulevard then cars still have the option of using Chorro and Santa Rosa as cross-town routes, or Santa
Rosa as a way to enter/exit the freeway. Broad's transformation into a bicycle boulevard may pose a minor
inconvenience to autos but viable options still remain, while at this time bicyclists have no prioritized street.
Cyclists are secondary to autos on Chorro, Broad, and Santa Rosa. Having at least one safe bicycle-centric
option seems reasonable and Broad is the best choice of the three. And I use the Broad Street freeway on-off
ramp a lot but would gladly be willing to give that up for a bike/pedestrian overpass instead. The Chorro
underpass is chaotic at best as it funnels pedestrians, cyclists and autos into one spot and that chaos
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continues at Peach and Chorro which is very a dangerous intersection for bikes/pedestrians and autos alike.
The walnut/Chorro intersection is no better. The Broad Street pedestrian overpass would significant mitigate
these problems and provide a safe path of travel to/from downtown for bikes and pedestrians.
Before living on Murray I lived at Leff and Osos near Gus' Grocery. It was always significantly more pleasurable
walking or biking to downtown from there because Morro had very few cars on it. Osos was the domain of the
auto and the cyclists/pedestrians had Morro. I hope that the Broad Street Bike Boulevard can be created along
with the overpass so we can have a similar bike/pedestrian-centric corridor on West side of downtown.
Name not available (unclaimed)March 22, 2016, 10:24 PM
Great plan and will have a positive impact on the city in many ways.
inside Neighborhood 7 (registered)March 22, 2016, 12:03 PM
My husband and I are recent transplants to SLO from the Midwest. Part of our decision to move to this
community was based on our desier to live in an active community. The number of people we encounter on foot
or on bikes is a credit to the city. That said, I've spoken with many people in our short 5 months who say they
don't feel safe riding on the local roads. As people who use an automobile as a last option - instead, preferring
to travel by foot, bike or public transportation before relying on a vehicle - I endorse any efforts being made to
improve infrastructure to make people feel safer when they're not inside of a 2- or 3-ton machine equipped with
airbags. Thank you for considering these improvements to our wonderfully active community.
Name not shown outside Neighborhoods (registered)March 22, 2016, 8:04 AM
This sounds great. My question is where does the revenue stream come from for these improvements? Cyclist
who use the road should have to pay registration and licensing fees.
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)March 19, 2016, 5:50 PM
inside Neighborhood 1-
As a 22 year resident of Palomar Ave., I am highly in favor of promoting safe bicycle and pedestrian access into
downtown SLO and throughout the Cal Poly-Foothill neighborhoods. That is the beauty of our great location! I
am sure that this can be accomplished on Broad St. by slowing or limiting traffic, dedicating bike lanes and
providing continuous ADA compliant sidewalks.
Currently, there is a project in the works that could jeopardize several of our neighborhoods and negatively
impact any plans for a Broad St. Bicycle Blvd. Likely, many have not heard of this development at 71Palomar
Ave. that includes building 41 housing units; likely to be occupied by students due to its prime location. This
address is the old historic Sandford Farm House, also known as the Delta Tau Fraternity House. The City
Cultural Heritage Committee is reviewing this item at its next meeting on March 28, 2016 @ 6pm. From there it
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will go before the Architectural Review Committee for approval. If the project in its present form is approved and
it breaks ground, think what this high density housing in this location will do to increase traffic, parking issues
and noise...contending with more of these issues in the neighborhood can lead to resident owners moving out
and more homes being bought for student rentals; thus loss of the neighborhood as we know and enjoy it today.
Additionally, Luneta Dr. adjacent to the 71 Palomar project is slated to be opened up to two-way traffic, thus
providing a shortcut from Tassajara off Foothill Blvd. to Palomar Ave. and Serrano Dr. dumping traffic directly
onto Broad St. This would negatively impact several neighborhoods with much increased traffic.
I would suggest a higher use for this property would be a much lower density housing project, a restored
historic home (ie; Jack House) for public use, a city pocket park (much needed in this NW sector of SLO), and
keeping Luneta St. blocked to through traffic. Any or all of these possibilities need to be considered in order for
the Broad St. Bicycle Blvd. to be effective.
Thus, I recommend that both of these projects be considered together; sent to the City Planning Commission
and the City Council for a thorough vetting and consideration. Let us take a long term view of what is best for
this portion of the city and NOT ruin the neighborhoods...lets make them better!
Name not available (unclaimed)March 17, 2016, 4:25 PM
It is wasteful to spend the money to build a bridge over a freeway when the next street down, riders can cross
under the freeway via Chorro and into downtown. Bike lanes on Broad but a bridge is too much. It would be
wiser to spend that money elsewhere. For example, widening and improving Chorro's bike lane would be just as
nice. I don't know the number of bikers that go on Broad vs Chorro but if you fix Chorro to be safer, you'll have
more riders. Build it and they will come.
r inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)March 17, 2016, 12:28 AM
I both bike and walk on Broad St. several days a week on my commute downtown from Cerro Romauldo. A few
observations and comments:
* City data show that the 85th-percentile speed is 31 mph, meaning about 1 in 6 cars goes faster than that. Of
course, the trip from Ramona to 101 is not at a steady speed, but multiple accelerations and decelerations,
stopping at the stop signs and gunning it in between. A "slow flow" street that has less full stops but is traffic-
calmed to bring the 85% speed into, say, the low 20s might be better.
* Broad St. both parallels and crosses Old Garden Creek. This presents a big opportunity for traffic calming
that also treats stormwater, reducing creek runoff pollution and lowering flooding risk in heavy storms and
future El Nino years. For example, curb extensions would improve conditions for pedestrians, dampen turning
speeds, make sight distance better at intersections, and help the City improve access for persons with
disabilities.
Broad Street could therefore serve as both a bike boulevard and a "green street". For inspiration, one need not
look further than Paso Robles: they won a US Green Building Council award for their 21st St. project. A Broad
St. design would be different, but it shows that this type of innovation is achievable. One of the key
intersections to look at would be Murray, which is literally on top of the creek. The downhill approaches also
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seem to encourage faster auto speeds. Also, since the sidewalk on the west side ends south of Murray, this is
a pedestrian crossing area.
* The "green street" idea also touches upon another observation: many of the homes along the street have
beautiful front yards. Many homeowners clearly put a lot of care and effort into landscaping, and the street
itself could be an aesthetic complement. Cities like Portland have become seasoned at putting attractive, low-
height plantings in their stormwater-filtering curb extensions. Another idea is widening the sidewalk at pinch
points (e.g. where there are power poles) and adding a buffer strip, which could also be designed to filter
stormwater.
* Finally, it is important that the bike boulevard cater to different ages and abilities of cyclists. This is a popular
route to school, in addition to being a popular commute route.
inside Neighborhood 2 (unverified)March 16, 2016, 12:07 PM
I love the idea of a bike boulevard on Broad. The streets running north/south in that part of town don't have bike
lanes and feel too narrow and busy for cars and bikes to share the space as it is now.
I also like the idea that this would be a safe route for families riding with their children to schools on the other
side of Foothill. A bike traffic light to cross Foothill would be great, perhaps at Foothill and N. Tassajara.
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)March 15, 2016, 5:24 PM
How about only allowing parking on one side of the street? Maybe the side toward the mountain? I know as a
cyclist, if I'm heading North from downtown I prefer to ride up Lincoln, and then across West to join back with
Chorro. If I'm heading south toward town, and Broad was less crowded, I'd take that route. Right now I use
Santa Rosa to get to town because I have a dedicated Class II. For families and children, Broad would be a
great bike boulevard. Limit the street parking first.
inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)March 15, 2016, 8:26 AM
As much as I am in favor of promoting bicycle safety and access, I am NOT in favor of closing this section of
Broad Street to autos. It is the route that we take multiple times most everyday to work, downtown, and onramp
to HWY 101 South. It is the most direct and efficient way to get to and from the neighborhood we have lived in
for 22 years. If Broad Street were closed, we would have to take the long way to and from Chorro to Foothill and
Santa Rosa (which would also impact those streets) rather than a more direct way (Romona to Broad) to S.
Tassajara adding more time and inconvenience. I think the pavement markings, giving priority to bicycles is
effective enough without penalizing motorists. Sorry, we are not in favor of this.
inside Neighborhood 6 (registered)March 14, 2016, 8:55 PM
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Fan of number 2 as without the 101 overpass a full on bike blvd would not adrress problems for the area as a
whole. I would suggest that doing the minimum to implement would be the best way to start. I think residents
have valid concerns about radically changing the character of the neighborhood when trying to imagine full
build out. If addressing the traffic issues improves things as I believe/hope it would, the other changes might
then garner more support. Thanks!
Name not available (unclaimed)March 14, 2016, 5:15 PM
I think it is an excellent idea. I especially like the bridge overcrossing.
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 11 (registered)March 14, 2016, 5:09 PM
I think this would be a great idea. I use the Morro Street bike boulevard all the time. Bike Boulevards also work
great in other cities. A great way to encourage non-auto traffic.
inside Neighborhood 6 (registered)March 14, 2016, 4:26 PM
I think this is a great idea - it will improve safety for everyone, encourage sustainable transportation, and
increase property value along this corridor by boosting the neighborhood's attractiveness for students and
families.
Name not available (unclaimed)March 13, 2016, 11:50 AM
How much will the Broad Street Bicycle Boulevard cost, and who will pay for it?
Name not available (unclaimed)March 11, 2016, 2:47 PM
I think this is a great idea and much needed! The space between riders and drivers along Broad Street can be
congested and it'll be great to have the separation/space for the two modes of transportation along Broad. I
also I am most interested to see how parking along Broad street would be impacted. Would Broad Street be
widened?
Name not shown inside Neighborhood 1 (registered)March 10, 2016, 10:06 AM
As a regular pedestrian on Broad St, I often see cyclists taking this route towards downtown (avoiding busier
Chorro). Sadly, I see both cars and bikes ignoring or cruising through the stop signs as they head downhill
towards 101. I think a plan to calm traffic and provide priority to bikes is a great idea for this street. The
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pedestrian/bike overpass is a bonus that will serve this neighborhood well. The current route under 101 on
Chorro is noisy and pretty dark at night.
Name not available (unclaimed)March 9, 2016, 11:26 PM
As a long-time resident of Broad Street, I'm a bit puzzled why this process is beginning with a "community
meeting," which given the organized nature of the bike people will be dominated by them, before any attempt
has been made to talk to the residents of the street. This boulevard, which personally I favor, will meet with
resistance if residents affected by it are the last to be consulted. Better way would be start with the people who
live on street, get a sense of their concerns, and design from there.
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Other Public Comments
(as of 8/1/17)
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Schwartz, Luke
From:
Sent:Saturday, March 25, 2017 10:28 AM
To:Schwartz, Luke
Cc:
Subject:Bicycle Boulevard
Hi Luke
I attended the meeting Thursday but had to leave at 7.30 so did not get the final wrap up.
I am also coming into this discussion late since been out of the country.
On reflection of what was said at the meeting.
1. I agree with a true bicycle boulevard in Broad Street and not a diluted version. Stick to what you started and
do not get diverted.
2. There did not seem to be many cyclists at the meeting only concerned residents!!! Why spend a million
dollars when those that ride bikes seen unconcerned.
3. All stages of the plan should be planned and final decisions made including closing access to the 101 from
Broad; the bridge link and what the plan is for the boulevard to cross the town. All approved and
funded before starting otherwise its a no go!.
4. Planners spend tremendous time trying to keep intact and improve neighborhood look and feel so this is a
must! The Broad Street neighborhood should not be split with special concern to Lincoln Market. They should
not be driven out of business that your plan 2 would suggest. Trees should be planted and not cheap
temporary barriers and signs everywhere and a road full of different colored stripping!
5. Any increase in traffic on Broad as a narrower quieter road and not in my mind a through route across town
like Chorro should be resisted. People who brought houses on Chorro knew it is a through busy route in and
out of town. Not so on Broad. Although in the 15 years I have lived on Broad traffic has doubled and the speed
humps are not sufficient to slow traffic.
Signs up saying access for residents only might be useful or barriers restricting traffic that could be done at the
West end of Broad where the road is wider. I am a n and seen how effective roundabouts and
traffic restriction islands are to calm traffic.
6. Not sure all the residents of street that feed into Broad are aware of how significant the changes proposed
for Broad will impact them so you had better get onto a door to door interview campaign and not just surprise
them!!
7. Broad is particularly devoid of Street trees so how about an avenue of Jacaranda trees or other species on
the City list.
Let me know if I can be of further help
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Schwartz, Luke
From:
Sent:Thursday, March 24, 2016 4:28 PM
To:Rice, Jennifer; LSchartz@slocity.org
Subject:Bike Blvd. on Broad St.
Dear Jennifer & Luke‐
I won't be able to attend the meeting tonight but would like to weigh in. I live on the corner of I
think the idea is fabulous. The schools in the neighborhood and the fast traffic of people getting on the freeway
(sometimes just flying through the stop sign at Peach St.) are a bad situation. This traffic modification would work. In
the last few years the amount of large 18 wheeled trucks is growing, too. I don't understand how the trucks make the
jog on Broad St. by the Mission but that traffic goes faster than 25 MPH. THANKS FOR YOUR WORK!
Kindest regards
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Schwartz, Luke
From:
Sent:Wednesday, June 28, 2017 10:11 AM
To:Schwartz, Luke
Subject:Broad St
Hello Luke and Jennifer,
We received the Broad Street Neighborhood Survey. We have lived on Lincoln St. for almost 30 years. Ours is a mix of
elderly and young families with children. We are concerned with the impact these changes will have on our street. A
number of years agp some calming measures were taken on Broad and Chorro. The result was the traffic moved to
Lincoln St. We formed a neighborhood counting committee to show the huge increase in traffic and took those numbers
to the city.
I would like to see the traffic analysis that is mentioned on your website. Could you direct me to that website? Are there
plans to do a traffic analysis of our street before any action is decided upon?
Thank you for your attention to our concerns.
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Schwartz, Luke
From:
Sent:Thursday, April 06, 2017 5:43 PM
To:Schwartz, Luke
Subject:Broad St. Bicycle Blvd. Alternatives
Hi Luke,
I was not able to make the March 23rd meeting in which the Broad St. bike boulevard concepts were discussed. I’ve read
the Alternatives Screening Report and I’m writing ask you how I can provide input at this point in the process. I live on
Chorro St. between and I can see pros and cons for those of us on this stretch of Chorro St. in
terms of the impact from each alternative would have. Alternative 1, for example, because it pushes more traffic onto
Chorro, would make biking up Broad St. with kids easier and safer but make it much more difficult and dangerous for
people trying to back out of narrow driveways along Chorro.
Please let me know the next opportunity for input.
Thank you,
Charles
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Schwartz, Luke
From:
Sent:Tuesday, March 28, 2017 6:58 PM
To:Schwartz, Luke
Subject:Broad St. Bike Boulevard
Hi Mr. Schwartz,
I wanted to thank you for such a clear, comprehensive presentation on the Broad Street Bike Boulevard alternatives last
week. I appreciated that all outcomes were seen in a positive light. The graphics were very helpful to present a visual of
the street view of Alternative 2. I also appreciate that the City is working hard to find a good alternative and to please as
many people as possible. I’m hoping you can provide me with a PDF of the presentation or guide me to where I might
find it online.
I have been thinking quite a bit about the alternatives and I feel very strongly about not moving forward with Alternative
1. Full disclosure: I live on Chorro.
(1) The increase in traffic to 60% is not acceptable for Chorro residents. The current amount of traffic now is almost
unbearable at rush hour. Pulling out of the driveway just before 8:00 AM is horrible with the steady stream of
traffic. And at all times, the traffic noise is very loud.
(2) Higher risk to cyclists riding on Chorro. I feel that a number of cyclists will continue to use Chorro, as it is the
most direct route from Foothill to downtown and used by residents of this neighborhood. With Alternative 1,
they will be competing with more than double the traffic and greatly increasing risk.
(3) Reduced neighborhood quality of life. A large number of people use Chorro for walking kids and
dogs. Increasing traffic would not only make this experience less pleasant for them, but also more dangerous.
(4) The Anholm Addition is a historic neighborhood and the original Anholm home is located on Chorro. The City
has a goal to protect the inherent charm and value of historic neighborhoods (i.e., Historic Preservation
Program, the Mills Act, plan approval by the Cultural Heritage Committee – which I experienced when
rehabilitating my front yard). Certainly, the increase in traffic would reduce the appeal of this important historic
neighborhood.
(5) Angry drivers. I was told in the meeting by another attendee that lives in my neighborhood that the speed
humps that were historically installed on Chorro and on Broad closer to Lincoln were removed due to
complaining drivers. They also said that drivers would speed through the quiet side streets to avoid them. I
presume that increasing traffic flow on Chorro to near its traffic capacity would back up traffic during rush hour
and anger drivers that will complain to the City and also defer to side streets once again.
(6) Angry neighborhood. It seems biased that under Alternative 1, Broad Street would become quieter, while the
remainder of the neighborhood will experience an increase in traffic (and likely the speeding kind). Some
neighbors on Broad will also be unhappy with their street becoming a bike boulevard, as represented by the
vocal meeting attendee in the front.
We’d be extremely appreciative if the City would select “no alternative” or Alternative 2.
Again, thank you very much for your time and allowing us to participate in this decision.
Warm regards,
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Schwartz, Luke
From:
Sent:Wednesday, April 26, 2017 7:49 PM
To:Rice, Jennifer; Schwartz, Luke
Subject:Broad st boulevard
Follow Up Flag:Follow up
Flag Status:Flagged
Dear Ms Rice and Mr Schwartz,
I have been commuting +/-4 times a week from the Foothill neighborhood near Pacheco Elementary to
Downtown for work for the past year. While I am much more comfortable on my bike now than when I started,
there are certain areas that give me anxiety. I've read through the Broad st Bike boulevard plans over the last
year and believe I can provide some input:
While I greatly appreciate the efforts to reduce speeds within the bicycle boulevard, I am more interested in
how the boulevard interfaces with the streets on either ends. I am most uncomfortable crossing Foothill on the
one end and riding up the hill on Chorro to the Palm intersection on the other end. Foothill is a very difficult
street to cross - the light at Broad takes forever and if I try crossing mid-block it's dangerous dodging the cars. I
live in this neighborhood and often see pedestrians sprinting across Foothill at Ferrini because the crosswalks
are too far apart. I saw something mentioned about a potential Foothill crossing along with a path through the
church property. A light or crosswalk at Ferrini would be the first item on my wishlist. It would also provide
better access/connection between the north Foothill neighborhoods with the remodeled shopping center at
Broad.
Riding on Chorro under the freeway to Palm is also unpleasant. Traveling south on Chorro before the
underpass, there is a sharp lip in the paving and I often weave into the driving lane to avoid it. South of the
freeway I am always concerned that drivers turning onto Chorro will not see me - traffic moves fast and the hill
make visibility more difficult. I don't have a specific suggestion, anything that would slow Chorro drivers down
would be much appreciated. I understand a Broad freeway crossing is the ultimate goal but I imagine funding
will delay this connection.
Thank you for your efforts to improve the bike friendliness of the city.
Best regards,
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Schwartz, Luke
From:
Sent:Monday, July 10, 2017 11:03 AM
To:Schwartz, Luke
Subject:broad street bicycle boulevard
I can’t believe the city is really considering this.
Remember the disastrous traffic circles on Chorro years ago?
I strenuously oppose these projects. As the brochure points out the projects would degrade conditions for residents.
I live on and use these roads several times each day. There are more people walking dogs and children in
strollers than there are bicycles.
Is the any information on bicycle use that would justify the cost and impacts on our neighborhood?
Are there any records or notes available on‐line that document the “input provided by the community through ongoing
stakeholder outreach efforts”? Who are the stakeholders consulted? What is your “ongoing outreach efforts”?
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Schwartz, Luke
From:
Sent:Wednesday, July 05, 2017 11:45 AM
To:Schwartz, Luke; Rice, Jennifer
Subject:broad street bicycle boulevard survey
I would like to register my input for the broad street bicycle boulevard. The survey doesn’t allow for
the input I have. I would support any of the options if they included some traffic mitigation on
Meinecke. As drawn, I can’t support any of them. I want to give this input, but I don’t want to register a
lack of support for the entire project. Would you please advise?
Thank you.
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Schwartz, Luke
From:
Sent:Monday, March 21, 2016 4:00 PM
To:Rice, Jennifer
Subject:Broad Street bicycle plan
Hello!
I was very surprised to see that the city is considering a bike lane/overpass for Broad Street, in order
for people to walk/ride to downtown from the Foothill Blvd. area. All anyone needs to do is go one
short block between Broad Street and Chorro Street on Foothill Blvd, to have a direct street to
downtown San Luis Obispo! If they don't like Foothill Blvd., they can reach Chorro Street from Broad
Street by taking Meinecke, Murray, or Center Street! This proposed project seems like a colossal
waste of money! I'm sure the city could find a better use for these proposed dollars!
Sincerely,
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Schwartz, Luke
From:
Sent:Friday, March 11, 2016 12:23 PM
To:Schwartz, Luke; Rice, Jennifer
Subject:broad street bike blvd meeting
Follow Up Flag:Follow up
Flag Status:Flagged
I'm not sure of your respective roles, so I'm writing both of you.
I don't understand the purpose of the March 24 meeting. First it was announced to the bike
advocates, who are sure to turn out en masse, as they are in the habit of doing. Then via social
media to the whole city. Finally via postcard to people who live on the street, like myself. The
postcard says the meeting is for us ("neighborhood meeting"), but that isn't supported by the publicity
methods you've used. So, who is this meeting for, us, to find out what's proposed and provide
feedback, or for everybody who cares to come and scream and yell and create a circus? If this really
is for informing and involving street residents, the manner of publicizing the meeting is very strange.
I also find it strange that the city waits till the 11th hour, after you've got a design consultant spending
money on the planning, to contact those most affected when it's too late to let us help plan what
happens on our street. This is the FIRST time the city has made any effort whatsoever to involve us.
So, is your intent to tell us "this is what's happening," and that's that? Seems rather late for actual
neighbor input.
Finally, we have no clue what this is about, and neighbors are getting antsy. I've had emails from
people who've lived on the street for decades, asking questions like, "are they going to prevent me
from parking on the street?" People who live in the city's neighborhoods really don't like the city -- it
feels as if we're just collateral damage for whatever the city wants to impose on us. So, you guys
really need to be aware that the way this has been handled to date hasn't settled well. I hope you can
pull it off, as I would love to have a neighbor-respectful bike boulevard on the street and get rid of
those darned freeway ramps. Just be more aware, however, of the costs of not including the people
most affected from the very beginning. What you are proposing is a major change for street residents,
and you need to be more respectful of how to get our buy-in.
You need our support, because I guarantee you'll have lots of opposition from north of Foothill!
Sincerely,
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Schwartz, Luke
From:
Sent:Thursday, July 27, 2017 9:30 AM
To:Schwartz, Luke
Subject:Broad Street Bike Lane
Mr. Schwartz,
In regards to the Broad Street Bike Plan. I cannot support the closure of the Highway 101 on ramp at Broad Street and I
hope that the city sponsors a number of neighborhood meetings so that the folks that will be the most impacted by this
plan will be able to provide input into the process.
Thank you,
David Blakely
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Schwartz, Luke
From:
Sent:Thursday, March 24, 2016 12:59 PM
To:Rice, Jennifer; Schwartz, Luke;
Subject:Broad Stret Bike Boulevard
Jennifer and Luke,
My wife and I live at and we are STRONGLY in favor of the bike boulevard and the
overpass. We have two boys who attend Pacheco and we bike with them a lot. We will not be able
to make tonight's meeting. I just posted a statement on the Peak democracy website and is pasted
below.
Thanks for your efforts on this.
I have lived on Murray Street between for 13 years. My wife and I have two boys,
ages 8 and 10, and we bike often with them, especially to and from Pacheco school and downtown. I
think the Broad Street bicycle boulevard and the pedestrian overpass are both fantastic ideas. The
biggest issue with our neighborhood is that it is overloaded with through streets. People in
automobiles use Broad, Chorro, and Santa Rosa as cross-town routes, and they use Murray as a
connector between those routes. If Broad turns into a bike boulevard then cars still have the option of
using Chorro and Santa Rosa as cross-town routes, or Santa Rosa as a way to enter/exit the
freeway. Broad's transformation into a bicycle boulevard may pose a minor inconvenience to autos
but viable options still remain, while at this time bicyclists have no prioritized street. Cyclists are
secondary to autos on Chorro, Broad, and Santa Rosa. Having at least one safe bicycle-centric
option seems reasonable and Broad is the best choice of the three. And I use the Broad Street
freeway on-off ramp a lot but would gladly be willing to give that up for a bike/pedestrian overpass
instead. The Chorro underpass is chaotic at best as it funnels pedestrians, cyclists and autos into
one spot and that chaos continues at Peach and Chorro which is very a dangerous intersection for
bikes/pedestrians and autos alike. The walnut/Chorro intersection is no better. The Broad Street
pedestrian overpass would significant mitigate these problems and provide a safe path of travel
to/from downtown for bikes and pedestrians.
Before living on Murray I lived at Leff and Osos near Gus' Grocery. It was always significantly more
pleasurable walking or biking to downtown from there because Morro had very few cars on it. Osos
was the domain of the auto and the cyclists/pedestrians had Morro. I hope that the Broad Street Bike
Boulevard can be created along with the overpass so we can have a similar bike/pedestrian-centric
corridor on West side of downtown.
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Schwartz, Luke
From:Fukushima, Adam
Sent:Monday, March 27, 2017 9:23 AM
To:
Cc:Schwartz, Luke
Subject:RE: Broad St. Bike Boulevard
Hello ,
Thank you for your input and I’m glad Claire could make it to the meeting! We will put your comments in the
record for consideration.
Adam Fukushima
Active Transportation Manager
Public Works
Transportation Planning & Engineering
919 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3218
E afukushima@slocity.org
T 805.781.7590
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From
Sent: Friday, March 24, 2017 9:42 AM
To: Fukushima, Adam <AFukushima@slocity.org>
Subject: Broad St. Bike Boulevard
Hi Adam:
Sorry I missed the meeting last night. My wife said it was interesting. Some comments I would make
are:
1. One way traffic on Broad and Chorro (Concept Alternative 2) is a brilliant idea. Also, eliminating the
freeway on/off ramp on Broad would limit some traffic from both Broad and Chorro. I know the state must
give its blessing on this, but it would help our local traffic. Santa Rosa is already busy and has safer on/off
from 101 than the Broad St. on/off.
2. Speed bumps and traffic circles (on narrow streets) irritate people. Stop signs work, as proven by the
addition of them on both Broad and Chorro. The city tried traffic calming with traffic circles on Broad St. in the
1990's that failed miserably, and were expensive to install and then remove.
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3. Partitioned bikeways (using plastic bollards) are safer than street markings. And, landscaped intersections
add no safety.
4. Concept Alternative 2 would encourage bicycling which reduces car produced pollution, a stated goal of
our city. We live in a bike friendly climate that makes using bikes for transportation an easy option. Why Cal
Poly built a huge parking structure to encourage students to drive, is beyond me. This is the demographic that
should be on bikes and this concept encourages their bike transportation.
Thank you for looking into ways to encourage bicycle usage in this wonderful city of ours.
Respectfully,
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patterns. It only includes features that would help reduce speeding on Broad and Chorro. Are you worried that
there would be some ancillary impacts on Meinecke caused by slowing traffic on Broad and Chorro?
Again, your input is very helpful and I appreciate you reaching out to us.
Thanks,
Luke Schwartz
Transportation Planner/Engineer III
Public Works
Transportation Planning/Engineering
919 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3218
E LSchwartz@slocity.org
T 805.781.7190
slocity.org
From:
Sent: Wednesday, July 05, 2017 11:45 AM
To: Schwartz, Luke <LSchwartz@slocity.org>; Rice, Jennifer <jrice@slocity.org>
Subject: broad street bicycle boulevard survey
I would like to register my input for the broad street bicycle boulevard. The survey doesn’t allow for
the input I have. I would support any of the options if they included some traffic mitigation on
Meinecke. As drawn, I can’t support any of them. I want to give this input, but I don’t want to register a
lack of support for the entire project. Would you please advise?
Thank you.
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activities completed to date. Mailers will include a description of each concept alternative, a summary of the key pros and
cons, instructions for accessing other project materials online, and an area for residents to provide written comments
and/or vote for a preferred option to carry forward for further development. In addition, staff will pursue scheduling a City
Council Study Session in the coming months to invite input and guidance from Council members and the broader
community to guide selection of a preferred alternative.
Once a preferred alternative is identified, staff will present a final concept plan for community review and subsequent
Council consideration/approval. Please stay tuned for updates in spring of 2017.
Contact Project Managers Luke Schwartz (lschwartz@slocity.org) or Jennifer Rice (jrice@slocity.org) with any questions.
Thank you for your participation!
City of San Luis Obispo
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Schwartz, Luke
From:
Sent:Monday, April 24, 2017 1:25 PM
To:Schwartz, Luke
Subject:Re: Broad Street Bike Boulevard - Project Update (4/2/17)
Follow Up Flag:Follow up
Flag Status:Flagged
Thank you for your summary of the March 23 meeting. I attended the meeting and after hearing the presentation I wonder
with Alternative 2 if it was ever considered having traffic on Broad St head North and traffic on Chorro St. head South
? To me it seems it would reduce the traffic coming down Broad in the morning to use the 101 on ramp, which would be
positive while children are heading to school and assist the cars heading into downtown by having a straight shot down
Chorro. What was the logic used behind having Broad heading South and Chorro North?
Personally I am not a fan of either Alternative 100%. I live on Broad St. in the Anholm neighborhood and change is
hard. What I would like to see is more emphasis given so people respect the traffic laws. I have a difficult time with many
cyclists who fly through stop sign after stop sign, ride without helmets and have no lights on their bikes at night. I have
seen on many occasions entire families breeze right through stop signs with Dad as the leader. Drivers should also stop
at the stop signs, breath, look around and realize they are driving in a residential neighborhood. People should also park
in their driveways as much as possible.
Thank you for your time
On Wednesday, April 5, 2017 3:05 PM, "Schwartz, Luke" <LSchwartz@slocity.org> wrote:
Thanks to those of you who could attend the 3rd community meeting on March 23rd for the Broad
Street Bicycle Boulevard. For those who were unable to attend the meeting, and as supplementary
information for those who did attend, the following new documents have been uploaded to the project
website (www.peakdemocracy.com/3444):
1. Community Meeting #3 Summary and Presentation Slides
2. Concept Alternatives Screening Report (includes concept designs, evaluation of
alternatives)
At the most recent community meeting, staff presented a detailed summary of key features, pros and
cons for two unique project alternatives for the bicycle boulevard. The alternatives--which are
discussed in detail in the Meeting Summary and Alternatives Screening Report--include the following:
Alternative 1: Bicycle Boulevard on Broad St. with Traffic Diversion
Alternative 2: Broad/Chorro One-Way Couplet
Attendees presented questions and comments regarding each concept alternative and communicated
preference for Alternative 1, Alternative 2, or neither option, via an informal poll. While there was
generally greater support for Alternative 2, there was no overwhelming consensus for either option.
Further, the group of meeting attendees represents a relatively small sample of the
overall neighborhood and City, and there is clearly a need for additional outreach and review before
proceeding with one of the currently proposed alternatives.
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To invite additional community input, staff plans to distribute project summary mailers to properties
within the study area to reach residents who were unable to attend the previous meeting(s) and/or
who are unfamiliar with the planning activities completed to date. Mailers will include a description of
each concept alternative, a summary of the key pros and cons, instructions for accessing other
project materials online, and an area for residents to provide written comments and/or vote for a
preferred option to carry forward for further development. In addition, staff will pursue scheduling a
City Council Study Session in the coming months to invite input and guidance from Council members
and the broader community to guide selection of a preferred alternative.
Once a preferred alternative is identified, staff will present a final concept plan for community review
and subsequent Council consideration/approval. Please stay tuned for updates in spring of 2017.
Contact Project Managers Luke Schwartz (lschwartz@slocity.org) or Jennifer Rice (jrice@slocity.org)
with any questions.
Thank you for your participation!
City of San Luis Obispo
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Schwartz, Luke
From:
Sent:Monday, July 10, 2017 9:22 PM
To:Schwartz, Luke
Subject:Re: Which Alternative Do You Support for the Broad Street Bicycle Boulevard?
Follow Up Flag:Follow up
Flag Status:Flagged
Hi Luke,
I ride a bike and I drive a car. Initially, I thought the proposed bike boulevard on Broad was a great potential
addition to SLO. That of course was before the traffic study. It is clear to us now that trying to alter an old
neighborhood with limited options to pass through creates unique challenges. We are inherently not Davis CA
with vast flat spaces or Bend OR with room for traffic circles in cheap high desert real estate. The Anholm, like
many historic neighborhoods brings unique design challenges that unfortunately bring with it few options to
pass through. If the Anholm had 10 blocks to pass through, the traffic study would most likely yield results that
were less impactful and drastic. Personally, the concept of a quiet street was attractive to me. That said, with the
concept of devastating my neighbors on Chorro, Lincoln or Meineke on behalf of an overly aggressive traffic
barrier made no sense. Especially considering that you do have the tools to design and propose a minimal
invasive but affective bike boulevard. For some reason, the city has proposed overly aggressive, expensive and
potentially dangerous alternatives to what already is used by few bicyclists today.
Have you considered the increased carbon created by the Chorro Broad one way street design? If there at
approximately 150 households that have to drive around the block to access their home, it adds to the driving
distance of a car. Cars create carbon emissions. Each home has two cars or more. Some have three or four but
for simple math lets assume each household has two cars. Each household has a resident that leaves the home
via car twice each day. Do the math:
A home at the 'end' of block drives an increased two blocks driving distance in their commute twice per day. A
home at the 'beginning' of the block would be a negligible increase in driving distance. A home in the 'middle'
of a block drives a 1/2 block in two directions which increases one block of driving per car per trip.
We can calculate the physical increase in carbon with the variables above in consideration of an average cars'
miles per gallon. Or, for a dumbed down version of increased carbon emission we can use a block driven as a
unit of measure.
To make the Chorro/Broad couple design carbon neutral, the city would have to somehow produce new
bicyclists to ride a bike an equivalent distance of hundreds of cars driving additional blocks every day. To lower
carbon emissions, which supposedly is a city goal, the broad street bicycle boulevard would have to add
bicyclists that exceed the increased driven distance that would result from making Broad/Chorro 'one-way'.
So please tell us how many new bicyclists will need to use the proposed bike boulevard to be net nuetral? Today
there may be what....5,10, 20, 30, 40 bicyclists per day? How many new bicyclists were created with the Morro
Street project? I ask because while it is great to ride my bike on Morro, it it is rare that I see more than one
additional bicyclist. Are you prepared to explain how the city will create hundreds of new bicyclists per day to
offset the carbon creation from the Broad/Chorro design? Have you, as an engineer shared with the city the
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Schwartz, Luke
From:
Sent:Tuesday, June 20, 2017 8:59 AM
To:Schwartz, Luke; Rice, Jennifer
Subject:Traffic Calming
Follow Up Flag:Follow up
Flag Status:Completed
Hi Luke and Jennifer
In the small town where I live in England they adopted a traffic calming scheme and cyclist path that works
really well.
https://www.cyclestreets.net/photomap/tags/neots/#&gid=1&pid=36390
There are about 4 along the stretch of road ‐ traffic has right of way on the first with traffic having to give way
coming from the other direction then on the next configuration it is reversed.
I am not sure if this is the Chicanes you are indicating in Alternative 3.
The chicanes that seems to be shown outside of my home ‐ where do residents and visitors now park their
cars adjacent to their properties on the street?
Is the street wide enough for a chicane and parking.
We have to balance off the disruption any scheme causes for a neighbourhood against the benefits to a
relatively few cyclists.
Also the existing speed bumps in Broad do not work well to calm traffic so need to be higher.
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From:
Sent:Wednesday, August 02, 2017 11:36 AM
To:Schwartz, Luke
Subject:Re: Broad Street Bicycle Boulevard
Follow Up Flag:Follow up
Flag Status:Flagged
Thanks Luke.
I am against all the options. Chorro is a major thoroughfare between Foothill and downtown. Modifying the
traffic in any way would greatly impact the surrounding neighborhood. As is it, many cars avoid the stop signs
on Chorro by diverting to Lincoln. If we make changes to Chorro and Broad I fear this will happen with
increased frequency. Lincoln and the adjoining streets are heavily used by children, residents with their dogs,
skateboarders, bicyclist, etc. and this is the main reasons many of us own homes in the Anholm area. I bike
with my children down Broad and Chorro regularly headed to downtown and feel safe in doing so. If Chorro is
too busy for bikes, then they could utilize Broad, or even Lincoln. I feel like this is opening the proverbial
pandoras box. By diverting or changing traffic ways we may end up with an issue on Lincoln (or even Almond)
that will start up a need for stop signs, speed bumps, etc..
Take Care,
On Aug 1, 2017, at 1:28 PM, Schwartz, Luke <LSchwartz@slocity.org> wrote:
It was nice talking with you this afternoon. Here are the links to information on the Broad Street
Bicycle Boulevard project:
Project Website: https://www.peakdemocracy.com/portals/189/Issue_3444
o Includes background, past meeting summaries, detailed concept drawings and
analysis on concept alternatives
Alternatives Survey: https://www.peakdemocracy.com/portals/189/Issue_5024
o The online survey ended yesterday; however, this page provides a simplified
summary of the 3 alternatives currently proposed.
As I mentioned, the online survey was available to anyone. We also provided a mail-in survey to
properties located within the Anholm neighborhood. Since you did not receive the mail-in
survey, you are welcome to email me directly with your comments and I will include them with
the others in the packet we’re preparing for the City Council presentation on 8/15/17. If
possible, please provide your comments within the next 1-2 days, as the packet needs to be
finalized soon. Also, please feel free to provide comments directly to Council and attend the
upcoming meeting if you are able (more info atwww.slocity.org )
I’ve added your email to our contact list, so you will receive any future project updates.
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Please let me know if you have any questions.
Thanks,
Luke Schwartz
Transportation Planner/Engineer III
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Public Works
Transportation Planning/Engineering
919 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3218
E LSchwartz@slocity.org
T 805.781.7190
slocity.org