HomeMy WebLinkAboutR-10866 ADOPTING THE MODIFIED ANHOLM BIKEWAY PLANRESOLUTION NO. 10866 (2018 SERIES)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS
OBISPO, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE MODIFIED ANHOLM
BIKEWAY PLAN
WHEREAS, the Bicycle Transportation Plan and the Land Use and Circulation Elements
to the General Plan support reducing use of single -occupant motor vehicles by supporting
alternatives, such as walking and bicycling; and
WHEREAS, the Circulation Element to the General Plan has modal split objectives of 20
percent for bicycles and 18 percent for walking, carpools, and other forms of transportation; and
WHEREAS, the proposed Anholm Bikeway Plan calls for implementation of bicycle
facilities that have been shown in other communities to provide substantial benefits to bicycle
safety and increase bicycle mode share; and
WHEREAS, the City has identified Multi -Modal Transportation as a Major City Goal,
with the purpose of prioritizing implementation of the Bicycle Transportation Plan, pedestrian
safety, and the Short -Range Transit Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Bicycle Transportation Plan recommends development of a low -impact
route for bicyclists and pedestrians connecting the downtown core to Foothill Boulevard as a "first
priority" project; and
WHEREAS, the City has adopted a Vision Zero policy to eliminate all fatal traffic deaths
and severe injuries by 2030, with a focus on improving pedestrian and bicyclist safety; and
WHEREAS, the City coordinated with neighbors and other community members on
outreach and public input through community meetings and other methods; and
WHEREAS, on January 18, 2018 the Bicycle Advisory Committee reviewed the Anholm
Bikeway Plan at a public hearing and provided recommendations to the City Council; and
WHEREAS, on February 6, 2018 the City Council reviewed the draft Anholm Bikeway
Plan and conceptually approved the plan with phase 1 as presented, a modified phase 2 with traffic
calming signage and crosswalks along Broad & Chorro, in lieu of a cycle track and parking
removal, with performance monitoring reports at 12 and 24 months, and a modified phase 3 with
reconsideration of protected lanes, traditional bike boulevard on Broad Street, and other traffic
calming measures at that time (Exhibit A); and
WHEREAS, staff has revised the draft Anholm Bikeway Plan consistent with Council's
approval and the City Council finds that the revised Anholm Bikeway Plan is consistent with the
Council's conceptual approval, as amended by Council on February 20, 2018 and reflected in
Exhibit A.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo
as follows:
SECTION 1. Findings. This Council, after consideration of the Anholm Bikeway Plan as
recommended by the Bicycle Advisory Committee, staff recommendations, public testimony, and
reports thereof, makes the following findings:
1. The Anholm Bikeway Plan is consistent with the City's General Plan and Bicycle
Transportation Plan.
2. The Anholm Bikeway Plan will develop low -stress, protected bicycle facilities, which have
been a well-documented strategy to make bicycling safer, more accessible, and attractive as a
transportation option for users of all ages and ability levels.
3. The Anholm Bikeway Plan will further the City goals to increase bicycle and walking mode
share.
4. The Anholm Bikeway Plan will provide improved infrastructure for walking and bicycling,
improving the viability of active transportation modes connecting the downtown with the
Anholm Neighborhood in addition to schools and neighborhood north of Foothill Boulevard.
SECTION 2. Environmental Review. Per Section 15304 of the State California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, the project is categorically exempt from CEQA
under Class 1, Existing Facilities; Section 15301 and Class 4, Minor Alterations to Land, because
the project would be constructed on existing city streets within the public right of way. The project
will be constructed in an area that has no value as habitat for biological resources and would not
be located in agricultural areas. The proposed street lights would be located in an urban area and
would not significantly increase light or glare beyond existing conditions. The project has no
potentially significant traffic impacts. The project is consistent with General Plan policies that
promote an integrated system of bikeways, walkways, and traffic calming measures that promote
a safe, multimodal transportation network.
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SECTION 3. Approval. The Anholm Bikeway Plan dated February 20, 2018, attached
hereto as Exhibit A, is hereby adopted:
Upon motion of Council Member Rivoire, seconded by Council Member Gomez, and on the
following roll call vote:
AYES: Council Members Gomez and Rivoire,
Vice Mayor Christianson and Mayor Harmon
NOES: Council Member Pease
ABSENT: None
The foregoing resolution was adopted this 20th day of February 2018.
Mayor eidi armon
ATTEST:
Carrie Gallagher
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
. Christine Dietrick
City Attorney
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my and and affixed the official seal of the City
of San Luis Obispo, California, this day of , vd
Carrie Gallagher
City Clerk
Resolution No. 10866 (2018 Series)
EXHIBIT A
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Anholm Bikeway Plan Executive Summary 1 February 2018 Executive Summary As originally envisioned in the 2013 City of San Luis Obispo Bicycle Transportation Plan, the Anholm Bikeway Plan (the “Plan”) provides a blueprint to develop a low-stress, priority route for bicyclists and pedestrians between the City’s downtown core and Foothill Boulevard. These improvements will help create a vital multimodal link that not only accommodates bicyclists and pedestrians, but prioritizes safety and mobility for users of all ages and ability levels. This plan supports several key City programs, plans and policies, including the Multimodal Transportation Major City Goal, the General Plan objective to achieve 20 percent bicycle mode share citywide, the Climate Action Plan recommendation to increase use of active transportation modes, and Vision Zero initiative to eliminate traffic-related deaths and severe injuries for all the city’s road users by 2030. Project Description The Anholm Bikeway Plan provides recommended bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure improvements to improve the link between Downtown San Luis Obispo and Foothill Boulevard. The proposed route consists of the following features, starting from Monterey Street in the downtown: Chorro Street (Monterey to Palm): Class III shared lane markings and route signage Chorro Street (Palm to Lincoln): Buffered bike lanes on each side of the street with potential for future installation of physical separation between bicyclists and motor vehicle traffic Chorro Street (Lincoln to Mission): Traffic calming features to reduce vehicle speeds, Class III shared lane markings and route signage Mission Street (Chorro to Broad): Class III shared lane markings and route signage Broad Street (Mission to Ramona): Traffic calming features to reduce vehicle speeds, Class III shared lane markings and route signage Ramona Drive (Broad to Latter Day Saints property): A two-way protected bikeway to replace on-street parking on the north side of Ramona along frontage of the commercial shopping center Bike Path (Ramona to Foothill Boulevard): Class I bicycle/pedestrian path connecting the two-way protected bikeway on Ramona to the planned signalized crossing at Foothill Boulevard A summary map of the proposed project improvements is shown in Figure ES-1. Technical Analysis Technical analysis of the Plan included a traffic analysis, assessment of parking conditions, and review of potential benefits to the bicycling and pedestrian environments. Implementation of the Anholm Bikeway Plan will require removal of 17 on-street parking spaces along north side of Ramona to accommodate the two-way protected bikeway. While the Plan retains street parking along the remainder of the proposed route, and analysis of existing parking conditions finds that there is available street parking nearby to accommodate the proposed parking removal on Ramona, the City supports establishment of a residential parking district—if supported by residents—to address general concerns regarding high demand for parking within the neighborhood. Implementation of the project will create a more comfortable bicycling environment than currently exists and would make significant progress towards establishing a low-stress bicycling corridor with the potential to attract more “interested but concerned riders”. While the improvements proposed in this plan are expected to make significant progress towards increasing bicycle ridership along the corridor, portions of the bikeway route between Lincoln Street and Ramona Drive where cyclists and motorists continue to share travel lanes are likely to remain unattractive to some less confident riders. Project Development Development of this plan included an extensive community-based public engagement effort, focused on understanding the key needs and priorities of residents and stakeholders. Outreach components included public meetings, a project website, and two community surveys. Multiple iterations of the design components were considered before reaching the ultimate design for the Anholm Bikeway.
Anholm Bikeway Plan Executive Summary 2 February 2018 Figure ES-1: Project Summary Map Install safety lighting, streetscape & public art enhancements to improve environment at Chorro/Highway 101 undercrossing
Anholm Bikeway Plan Executive Summary 3 February 2018 Plan Implementation The Anholm Bikeway Plan will be implemented in three primary phases with the highest-priority features being those at the north end of the corridor—improvements that will support safe routes for families walking and biking to Bishop’s Peak and Pacheco Elementary Schools. As the plan is implemented, construction documents will be brought before the Active Transportation Committee and City Council for Review. Recommended phasing of project improvements is summarized below and illustrated in Figure ES-2, Figure ES-3 and Figure ES-4:Phase 1 – Implementation of the highest-priority features at the north end of the corridor—improvements that will support safe routes for families walking and biking to Bishop’s Peak and Pacheco Elementary Schools. Phase 1 includes the following features: Bicycle/Pedestrian Crossing (Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon) at Foothill & Ferrini Class I Pedestrian/Bicycle Path between Foothill & Ramona Removal of street parking on Ramona and installation of two-way Protected Bikeway Initiation of a Residential Parking District (if approved by the neighborhood) Further evaluate Broad, Mission, Chorro and Lincoln Streets to determine if a Class III Shared Street with traffic calming and diversion on Broad, coupled with measures to mitigate impacts on Lincoln and other streets, is acceptable to the community. If a solution cannot be developed to achieve established multi-modal goals, return with a plan for protected bikeways. Phase 2 – Installation of the essential bikeway features between Downtown and Ramona Drive: Implement design for Broad, Mission, Chorro and Lincoln Streets developed in Phase 1. Streetscape, lighting & artwork improvements at Chorro & Highway 101 Undercrossing Extension of buffered bike lanes on Chorro from Palm to Lincoln Class III Shared Street on Chorro from Palm to Monterey Performance Monitoring Report to Council at 12 and 24 months after implementation Figure ES-2: Phase 1 Project Improvements Figure ES-3: Phase 2 Project Improvements Install safety lighting, streetscape & public art enhancements to improve environment at Chorro/Highway 101 undercrossing
Anholm Bikeway Plan Executive Summary 4 February 2018 Phase 3 – Installation of physical separation within Chorro bike lane buffers between Palm and Lincoln, incremental installation of remaining higher-cost project improvements, and re-evaluation of bikeway features on Lincoln-to-Ramona portion of route. Reconsideration of further bikeway improvements for shared street portion of route between Lincoln and Ramona. Potential improvements to be considered at this time may include features such as protected bike lanes, installation of a traditional bicycle boulevard on Broad Street, or permanent traffic calming measures. Incremental installation of ancillary spot improvements such as sidewalks, curb ramps, additional street lighting and physical separation within Chorro bike lane buffers between Palm and Lincoln. Figure ES-4: Phase 3 Project Improvements