Streets, Sidewalks & Bikeways Projects
Capital Improvement Plan
FY 2022-23 Budget
Active Projects
Annual Roadway Rehabilitation and Preventative Maintenance (906)
Project Scope
The Annual Roadway Rehabilitation and Preventative Maintenance Program includes minor repairs, such as crack sealing, and major rehabilitation, such as slurry seal and mill and fill. The goal of the program is to maintain the Town’s Pavement Condition Index (PCI) at 80 or above, the current PCI has been rated at 79. The multiyear project budget includes design, construction management, and construction costs. The Engineering Department has identified the following locations for the current program cycle:
- 300 Block of F Street (FY 2021-22)
- Hillside Boulevard (FY 2022-23)
- Colma Boulevard and 400 Block of Serramonte Boulevard (FY 2023-24)
- Collins Avenue and Junipero Serra Boulevard (FY 2024-25)
The total project cost for the locations identified above is estimated at $917,900.
Status as of June 30, 2022
The 300 Block of F Street Road Rehabilitation project is either nearing or has been completed by June 30, 2022.
Schedule for FY 2022-23 and Thereafter
Will start assembling plans and specifications for Hillside Boulevard surface treatment Project. Anticipated to go to construction either before the winter months of 2022/2023 or early Spring of 2023. Colma Boulevard and 400 Block of Serramonte Boulevard surface treatments is scheduled for FY 2023-24 and Collins Avenue and Junipero Serra Boulevard surface treatments in FY 2024-25.
Impact on Operation
An effective roadway maintenance program includes minor repairs as part of the operating budget and major rehabilitation as part of the Annual Roadway Rehabilitation and Preventative Program. By rehabilitating the roadway when needed, the Town is able to maintain the annual roadway repairs budget to $95,900.
Project Funding and Spending Plan
The Annual Roadway Rehabilitation project is an eligible project to utilize the State and County allocated Gas Tax and SB-1 RMRA (21), Measure A (22), Measure W (26), and Measure M grant funding.
El Camino Real Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvement (923)
Construction Phase Scheduled for future (unknown)
Estimated Project Cost for Construction Phase: $29.1 million (Future Unfunded)
Project Scope
The project includes a re-design of El Camino Real (ECR). It incorporates a lane reduction in each direction so that Class 4 bike lanes can be designated on the North and South bound direction. The project also includes continuous compliant sidewalks, additional bicycle and pedestrian safety features, new traffic signals, landscaping, reconfiguration of the Mission Road (“the Y”) intersection and bioretention storm drain infrastructure along the ECR. The project presents a vision for residents and visitors to travel safely, comfortably, and with ease.
Status as of June 30, 2022
The El Camino Real Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan was completed. The Town applied for and was granted $1.8 Million to fund the Project Study Report (PSR). The PSR is a project initiation document that provides key opportunities for CalTrans and involved regional and local agencies to achieve consensus on the purpose and need project scope and schedule. This phase of work is programmed to take approximately 18 months.
Schedule for FY 2022-23 and Thereafter
Once the PSR is completed, staff will seek funding to move into the Project Approval and Environmental Document phase of the project.
Impact on Operation
There will be an increase in landscaping maintenance and irrigation costs. The proposed improvements and beautification enhancements will not only beautify one of the main thoroughfares, it will provide safe access for those who choose to walk or bike in the area.
Project Funding and Spending Plan
Currently, staff is working with the County and CalTrans on future funding opportunities. Staff understands that this project will need the financial assistance from outside agencies if it is to be built out.
F-Street Retaining Wall (902)
Project Scope
In 2019, the Engineering Department surveyed the retaining wall on F Street. The survey determined that the deterioration of the F-Street wall is likely due to poor drainage. The first phase of the project is design, specifications, plans and construction estimates. The second phase includes soliciting bids for construction and construction management services.
Status as of June 30, 2022
The project plans and specifications have been completed. Town staff has solicited bids from qualified contractors and the project buildout has started.
Schedule for FY 2022-23 and Thereafter
The project should be completed by late Summer or early Fall of 2022.
Impact on Operation
The project will decrease maintenance on and around the wall. Regular monitoring and maintenance of the drainage system will be needed and part of the operating budget.
Project Funding and Spending Plan
Lawndale Landscape and Median (956)
Scheduled for FY 2023-24
Projected Cost: $1.53 million ($130k for design; $1.4 million construction)
Project Scope
Median landscape and back of sidewalk on Lawndale Boulevard is in need of rehabilitation. As a result of the severe drought conditions in recent years, the State of California has levied irrigation restrictions that prevent cities from irrigating its street medians with turf. The State's restriction resulted in the Town’s turf medians on Lawndale Boulevard will need a significant landscape design makeover to replace the 3/4 quarter of turf median maintenance with sustainable and drought resistant plantings. The project also includes landscaping along the backside of the sidewalk along the Northside of Lawndale Boulevard, this landscape area will also be addressed in all phases of this project.
- Phase 1 is the conceptual review and preliminary approvals for the landscaping and public use and enhancement on Lawndale Boulevard and El Camino Real - completed in FY 2019-20.
- Phase 2 will provide “Shovel Ready” project plans, specifications and estimates (PS&E) and preparing a bid package - tentative scheduled for FY 2023-24.
- Phase 3 is the construction phase, which includes awarding the contract, and building and inspection services, and construction - future unfunded $1.53 million.
The study will also focus on green infrastructure possibilities, stormwater enhancements, and recreational features. Grant opportunities may be available for Phase 3 of this project.
Status as of June 30, 2022
CIP 956 was identified as the Lawndale and El Camino Real Median Landscape Project. The El Camino Real portion of this capital project has been removed and is now part of the El Camino Real Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvement Project, (CIP 923). The Lawndale Median Project was suspended due to COVID-19. The Lawndale Median Landscape Project should be considered to be moved forward into Fiscal Year 2022-23 CIP.
Schedule for FY 2022-23 and Thereafter
The Lawndale Boulevard Landscape Improvement Project (956) is scheduled to complete the plans, specifications and estimates in FY 2023-24, the buildout is also scheduled to take place in FY 2023-24 and be completed in FY 2024-25.
Impact on Operation
The rehabilitation of the landscape and median along Lawndale Boulevard and El Camino Real with drought- resistant vegetation will increase the aesthetic beauty of the roadway. The rehabilitation of the landscaping will provide a more pleasurable experience when walking, biking and vehicle travel along Lawndale Boulevard. Once plant establishment takes place, monthly maintenance and irrigation will be at a minimum due to the drought resistant plant pallet.
Project Funding and Spending Plan
Mission Road Crosswalk (909)
Project Scope
Design and construct a High Visibility Crosswalk on Mission Road at the Back entrance to the Treasure Island Trailor Park. The High Visible Crosswalk will be delineated with pre-emptive signage, viable pavement markings and pedestrian activated solar powered Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFB’s). Part of the design portion of the project is to design speed humps for the roadway, this will be introduced into the bid documents as a bid alternative.
Status as of June 30, 2022
The project will go before City Council in May of 2022. The Construction drawing Phase will include Plans that will be ready to go to bid, specifications that will detail out the specifics of the project and an engineer’s estimate for the work and any other associated costs such as contingencies and construction management
Schedule for FY 2022-23 and Thereafter
After Contact approval in June of 2022, the street project is anticipated to start construction in early to mid-July.
Impact on Operation
Once installed, annual cost to maintain is nominal. Street markings is anticipated to be completed every 3 to 5 years
Project Funding and Spending Plan
Mission Road Landscaping (908)
Project Scope
After completion of the Mission Road Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvement Project, a second phase of the project was to landscape the open area between Holy Cross’s Historic Rock Wall and the back of sidewalk that fronts Holy Cross Cemetery on Mission Road. The landscape design will be to emphasize drought resistance low maintenance plants and scrubs. The tree pallet will be species of trees that thrive in Colma microclimate along with providing color to enhance the roadway frontage and shade for those who walk through the Mission Road Residential and Business District. The landscape area will have rest stops that will be constructed to meet accessibility requirements, park benches, trash receptacles, and a dog mitt station.
Status as of June 30, 2022
Project approval is going to City Council in May of 2022. Approval of construction contract and Notice to Proceed in June of 2022.
Schedule for FY 2022-23 and Thereafter
The project is scheduled to start in late Summer and be completed in late Fall of 2022.
Impact on Operation
The plant pallet will be low maintenance and drought resistance, after the plants, shrubs and trees reach some level a maturity annual cost should be brought down substantially. Irrigation water is a large part of the annual cost is being supplied by Holy Cross. The improvements will enhance walking and biking for those who live and work in the Mission Road Neighborhood.
Project Funding and Spending Plan
Town-Wide Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan (910)
Project Scope
Colma was awarded funding through the Transportation Development Act Article 3 (TDA3) Pedestrian and Bicycle Program for a Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. The Colma Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan will envision a safer, more connected active transportation system in the Town of Colma. This project will build on the El Camino Real Bike and Pedestrian Plan, the Serramonte Collins Master Plan, the Hillside Boulevard complete streets improvement project, the Mission Road improvement project, and Systemic Safety Analysis Report (SSAR) performed by the Town of Colma.
Status as of June 30, 2022
Grant awarded; Request for proposals drafted. The project will carry over to 2023-24 fiscal year for process.
Schedule for FY 2022-23 and Thereafter
Estimated schedule:
• August 2022: Hire contractor
• September 2022: Project kickoff
• December 2022: Study session with council
• February 2023: Finalize draft plan
• March 2023: Bring plan to Council for adoption
Impact on Operation
The Colma Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan will primarily be completed by a transportation planning consulting company, so the impacts on operation will be minimal. There will be some impact to staff time with respect to hiring and orienting the sub-consultant, reviewing the consultant’s work, and bringing the plan to council for a study session and adoption.
Project Funding and Spending Plan
Design: $105,000. Grant: $95,000, GF $10,000
Future Projects
Projects Funding & Spending Schedule for FY 2023-24 through FY 2027-28
Colma Boulevard Improvement (912)
Scheduled for future (unknown)
Estimated Project Cost: $1.5 million (Future Unfunded)
Project Scope:
Improvements to be considered include accessibility enhancements, mobility improvements, safety features, landscape improvements, roadway improvements (potential lane reduction), street light upgrades, and bike lanes. Colma Boulevard Improvements has been studied in the Town’s Roadway Network Plan (SSAR) - Project No. 993. The result of the SSAR study pursues funding options to help offset costs with the associated upgrades. Project phases would include development of a master plan, PS&E, and construction cost.
Status as of June 30, 2022:
None. Pending availability of future funding.
Schedule for FY 2022-23 and Thereafter
Pending availability of funds.
Impact on Operation
Minor increase in street light electriacl cost, improvements for bicyclists that use Colma Boulevard for travel.
El Camino Real and Mission Road Traffic Signal (912)
Scheduled for future (unknown)
Estimated Project Cost: $3.4 million (Future Unfunded)
Project Scope:
Traffic flow, vehicular safety and Bicycle and Pedestrian safety at the intersection of El Camino Real (ECR) and Mission Road is impacted by the existing geometry of the intersection and lack of a traffic signal. The reconfiguration of the intersection will include realignment of the roadway to accommodate proper ingress and egress into the Mission Road Residential Business District. The installation of a three-leg signal that will be interconnected to existing signals to the North and South to maintain proper traffic flow, but more importantly is the signaled intersection will provide an element of safety for pedestrian's, bicyclists and vehicles to traverse across ECR safely. ECR is part of the CalTrans Highway system, thus environmental studies, long term agreements and construction permitting will need to be obtained from CalTrans.
Originally the cost of costruction, (estimated in 2017), had a construction only cost of $700, escalation in construction costs have risen between 15 to 20 percent. Design which is now includes required signal interconnects, roadway hardscape and landscape features, realignment of the roadways to conform to the proposed design in the EL Camino Real Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan, required traffic studies and enviromental work because we are in the State's Right of Way will be required to proceed and project and construction management along with contingecies have added to the increase in the estimated budget.
Design and Construction Management: $530,000 (Measure W and General Fund)
Construction Cost: $2,645,000 (Requested Fund)
Contingency 10%: $264,500 (General Fund)
Total Project Budget: $3,439,500
Status as of June 30, 2022:
Future Unfunded.
Schedule for FY 2022-23 and Thereafter
Pending availability of funds.
Impact on Operation
Annual cost sharing for maintenance and electrical charges will be shared with Cal Trans. The signalized interection at ECR and Mission Road will provide access the ability for Pedestrian and bicyclist to traverse across the highway safely. It will aslo provide for vehicular safety (potential speed reduction) when entering the Town of Colma on this portion of ECR.
Project Funding and Spending Plan
Design: $105,000. Grant: $95,000, GF $10,000
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Hillside Boulevard Beautification (901)
Scheduled for future (unknown)
Estimated Project Cost: $9.1 million (Future Unfunded)
<<Review and Update as needed>>
Project Scope:
Phase 1 of the three-phase Hillside Beautification Project (Hoffman Street to 600 feet south of Serramonte Boulevard) was completed in the 2014-15 fiscal year. Phase 2 and 3 start from 600 feet south of Serramonte Boulevard to Lawndale boulevard. The remaining pases of the project are to include full complete street items such as continous sidewalks, high visabilty crosswalks, street lighting ada accessability, bike paths. The project also includes sustainable landscaping and stormwater treatment features, undergrounding of utilities and placement of new ustilities such as water and sewer. Phase 2 and 3 of this project will be evaluated to determine phasing and potential opportunities for grant funding and developer impact fees. The costs and estimates will also need to be updated to incorporate green infrastructure mandates. A reserve of $930,889 is being held in the Capital Improvement Fund towards the an estimated $9,100,000 project.
Undergrounding: $3,380,000
Sidewalks, streetlights, drainage, roadway: $5,720,000
Status as of June 30, 2022:
On hold. Future Unfunded. Appling for grants and congressional earmarks.
Schedule for FY 2022-23 and Thereafter
Pending availability of funds.
Impact on Operation
There will be an increase in landscaping maintenance and irrigation costs, street lighting and future raodway maintenance. These improvements will add to the likelyhood that commercial development can be built out on Hillside Boulevard, (The new Commercial overlay zone on Hillside Boulevard), thus creating job oppertunites for loacl residents. The improvements will also provide much needed safe paths of travel for those who use Hillside Boulevard to walk or bike to work, exercise or for pleasure.
Serramonte/Serra Center Signalization (911)
Scheduled for FY 2023-24
Estimated Project Cost: $1.00 million (Future Unfunded)
Project Scope
Install traffic signal on Serramonte Blvd at the Serra Center entrance (Target). The project will be partially funded by a development impact fee ($26,000). Total project cost $500k for the signalization plus design and project management cost. The project also includes the removal of thre "slip lane" at Serramonte and the entrance on to Collins Avenue. The elimination of the slip lane will provide a safer approach on to Collins avenue, the reconfiguaration of that area will provide for future wayword signage and enhanced landscaping while entering into the Serramonte Auto Row District.
Status as of June 30, 2022
The project currently has set idel due to COVID 19 and is figured to go into design in FY 2022-23.
Schedule for FY 2022-23 and Thereafter
Construct of these improvements are contingent on future grant funding and General Fund contributions.
Impact on Operation
Annual operation and maintenance costs as they relate to the streetlight signal. These improvements will provide both pedestrian and vehicular safety in the Serramonte and Collins Avenue Commercial District.
Serramonte Blvd/Collins Ave Roadway Improvement (905)
Scheduled for future (unknown)
Estimated Project Cost: $20.0 million.
<<Review and Update as needed>>
Project Scope
The primary purpose of the Serramonte Boulevard and Collins Avenue Master Plan (Master Plan) is to improve the overall design, function and identity of the corridors with a view to supporting the Town of Colma’s main economic engine and one of the premier auto rows in the Bay Area. The Master Plan thus addresses the design of the right of way, connections and accessibility, safety and operational challenges, identity and character, sustainability, and green infrastructure. Please refer to https://www.colma.ca.gov/documents/serramonte-boulevard-collins-avenue-master-plan/ for the Serramonte Boulevard and Collins Avenue Master Plan
Status as of June 30, 2022
None. Scheduled for future unknown.
Schedule for FY 2022-23 and Thereafter
It is anticipated that this project will be broken into phases, scheduling of the various phases of design and construction are to be determined.
- Phase 1a: Traffic Signal at Serra Center (separate project)- see project 911 above.
- Phase 1b the island (Collins Ave): Close down the slip lane at Serramonte and Collins in the east bound direction, also restripe Serramonte Boulevard simulating the proposed road diet, (lane reduction) from the Serramonte/Serra Center entrance to El Camino Real.
- Phase 2: Reconstruct Collins Avenue, continuous sidewalks, high visible crosswalks, streetlights, landscaping, underground of overhead utilities, car carrier off loading zones for local car dealerships.
- Phase 3: Continue improvements to Serramonte West: Lane reduction, sidewalks, landscaping, sustainability enhancements, street lighting, and accessibility improvements,
- Phase 4: landscaping, accessibility enhancements, street lighting, bike paths, streetlights.
Impact on Operation
The project will improve safety and mobility along Serramonte Blvd and Collins Avenue, reduces enforcement costs, and enhance economic viability going into the future.
Sterling Park Streetlight (926)
Scheduled for future (unknown)
Estimated Project Cost: $960,000.
Project Scope:
The antique street lights in the Sterling Park Residential Neighborhood have shown signs of deteriorating, some of the street lights have deteriorated to the point where the rust/decay has rotted through the pole. It is estimated that approximately 10 to 25 percent of the street lights have different levels of decay from minor to severe. It is projected that the decay process is taking place on the remaining lights, to what extent it is not been determined. It is recommended that the existing street lights be replaced with lights that are more conducive to the weather conditions and salt air. In a City Council Study session, it was the City Council's preference to replace the decaying metal street lights with a ornate antique concrete pole with a energy efficient single luminaire LED lighting. Currently, the Town owns the street lights and the Colma Lighting District provides maintenance support and pays for the annual electrical charges. The first phase of the project will provide a conceptual plan for the replacement of the streetlights within the Sterling Park residential area. The study will also evaluate responsible parties for the replacement of the lights. The original engineer's estimates has been increase due to escalation cost it relates to construction and materials/supplies along with construction management costs.
Status as of June 30, 2022:
None, project sat idel due to funding and issues as it relates to COVID-19.
Schedule for FY 2022-23 and Thereafter
Follow up with the Colma Lighting District for contributions to funding. once established, project will go into construction design documents and bid approval.
Impact on Operation
The improved street light structures should cut back on long term maintenance. Electrical costs, (Even thought they are paid for by the County Lighting District) will be reduced due to the energy effecient lighting that is being proposed.
Closed Projects in FY 2022-23
Mission Road Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvement Project (903)
Closed as of December 31, 2021
Project Scope:
The Mission Road Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements Project includes the implementation of several safety-related improvements for pedestrians, bicyclists, and vehicles along Mission Road between El Camino Real and Lawndale Boulevard.
Status as of December 31, 2021:
The design phase is complete and the construction phase is nearly completed or will be completed by December 31, 2021.
Schedule for FY 2022-23 and Thereafter
Closed
Impact on Operation
The project will provide a safer bicycle and pedestrian path and will mitigate the risk of accidents and control the Town’s cost in annual insurance premiums and claims.