Coronado Cays entrance / Bayshore Bikeway PUBLIC WORKSHOP

April 30, 2013

PRESENTATION OUTLINE 1. PROJECT DESCRIPTION 2. SUMMARY OF COMMENTS 3. IMPROVEMENT ALTERNATIVES 4. WHY ARE WE HERE TONIGHT? 5. NEXT STEPS

PROJECT DESCRIPTION - LOCATION

CA 75 at Coronado Cays Blvd

PROJECT DESCRIPTION - GOALS

Evaluate extent of conflicts between bicyclists and drivers Determine if improvements are needed If needed, develop improvement alternatives Select preferred alternative with input from all users/stakeholders

COMMENTS FROM INITIAL WORKSHOP

35 people signed in 6 comment forms 3 letters/e-mails with photos 36 post-it with issues 37 post-it with suggestions

COMMENTS FROM INITIAL WORKSHOP

Issues Guard shack reduces visibility Wall blocks view, southbound traffic cant see bikes Confusing signage - Who yields, bikes or vehicles? Not enough stacking entering and exiting Bikes disregard traffic signal SB Cays traffic does not stop

COMMENTS FROM INITIAL WORKSHOP

Issues Signs too small, especially for bikes Most issues are on the exit, not the entrance Northbound bike and southbound right turn vehicle crashes are a problem Bikes stay on Highway 75 and conflict with acceleration lane Cars speed up to make signal (both directions) There are vehicle to vehicle problems Removing wall would increase noise

COMMENTS FROM INITIAL WORKSHOP

Ideas/suggestions Remove guard shack or move it with single through lane Cut back walls on north side to improve visibility Glass walls / wrought iron walls to improve visibility Gate to stop bikes, push button to open Bike path barrier requiring bikes to dismount Bike tunnel under intersection or bridge over intersection Speed table across crosswalk Move bikes to the signalized intersection Bikes and peds should be stopped with E/W green signal

COMMENTS FROM INITIAL WORKSHOP

Ideas/suggestions Eliminate free right turn for northbound traffic take turn lane to the signal Use in-ground lighting at crosswalk activated with bike/ped detection Stop sign at the crosswalk for traffic exiting the Cays Reinstall bike stop signs Relocate entrance south by soccer fields Move the bike trail to the other side of the Strand Elevate guard shack like a lifeguard station

ALTERNATIVE 1
Legend
1. Remove/reconstruct curved portion of Cays North Wall 2. Relocate kiosk

ALTERNATIVE 1
Features/Benefits
Removes/replaces N wall for visibility Relocates kiosk for visibility Preserves accel/deceleration lanes Least expensive alternative No Caltrans permit required

Challenges
Does not address speeding/yielding issues

Cost Range

$120,000-$150,000

ALTERNATIVE 2
Legend
1. Raised crosswalk at current crossing 2. Remove/reconstruct curved portion of Cays North Wall 3. Relocate kiosk 4. Bike/ped detectors (future phase) 5. Blank out signs warning of peds/bikes actuated by detectors (future phase)

ALTERNATIVE 2
Features/Benefits
Removes/replaces N wall for visibility Relocates kiosk for visibility Raised crosswalk slows traffic down Preserves accel/deceleration lanes No Caltrans permit required Bike/ped detection can be added

Challenges
Crossing remains long (100 ft)

Cost Range

$150,000-$180,000

ALTERNATIVE 3
Legend
1. Realign path to signal (with push buttons, ped/bike signal) 2. Raised crosswalks on accel/decel lanes 3. Relocate CA-75 guide signs 4. Remove/reconstruct curved portion of Cays North Wall 5. Extend sidewalk to realigned path

ALTERNATIVE 3
Features/Benefits
Removes/replaces N wall for visibility Realigns crosswalk for visibility Signal controls right-of-way at Cays Blvd, raised crosswalks slow traffic Preserves accel/deceleration lanes Breaks crossing into shorter segments

Challenges
Caltrans permit required least desirable alternative for Caltrans

Cost Range

$200,000-$250,000

ALTERNATIVE 4
Legend
1. Bring northbound right to signal 2. Bring westbound right to signal 3. Realign path to signal (with push buttons, ped/bike signal) 4. Extend sidewalk to realigned path 5. Relocate traffic signal poles and equipment

ALTERNATIVE 4
Features/Benefits
Preserves wall and kiosk Fully controlled crosswalk signal assigns right-of-way Realigns crosswalk for visibility Shortens crossing distance

Challenges
Caltrans permit required Accel/deceleration lanes are brought to the signal Most expensive alternative

Cost Range

$325,000-$400,000

ALTERNATIVE 5
Legend
1. Realign path to signal (with push buttons, ped/bike signal) 2. Bring northbound right to signal 3. Raised crosswalk on westbound acceleration lane 4. Relocate traffic signal pole and equipment 5. Remove/reconstruct curved portion of Cays North Wall 6. Extend sidewalk to realigned path

ALTERNATIVE 5
Features/Benefits
Signal controls right-of-way at Cays Blvd, NB right turn Keeps accel lane (with raised xwalk) Realigns crosswalk for visibility Breaks crossing into shorter segments

Challenges
Caltrans permit required Deceleration lane is brought to the signal

Cost Range

$275,000-$350,000

KIOSK RELOCATION (WITH ALTS 1, 2)

Moves Kiosk 15 ft East Improves visibility Entrance could still be blocked Moves Kiosk to the circle Avoids entrance blockage Reduces asphalt in circle

WHY ARE WE HERE TONIGHT?

Present feedback received Introduce alternatives Get your input on preferences, refinements
Fill out comment form OR Comment electronically within two weeks at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/VJK9CBM

NEXT STEPS

Data Gathering / Field Visit (February)

Workshop #1 (March 7) Obtain input on safety issues

Workshop #2 (April 30) Present alternatives / get feedback

Present Preferred Alternative to Council (May)

Final Report

THANK YOU FOR COMING!

Please provide input Comments forms are available, or Complete survey at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/VJK9CBM You can also contact Darlene Danehy at: ddanehy@psomas.com