Streets, Sidewalks & Bikeways Projects

Capital Improvement Plan

FY 2021-22 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 Townwide has been rated at 79. The multiyear project budget includes design, construction management and construction costs. The Annual Roadway Rehabilitation Preventive Maintenance Project is broken into design and construction phases for the 300 Block of F Street, which is scheduled for 2021/22; Colma Boulevard and 400 Block of Serramonte Boulevard are scheduled for 2022/23; Collins Avenue and Junipero Serra Boulevard are scheduled for 2023/24; and, Hillside Boulevard is scheduled for 2024/25. The total project cost for 2021-2025 is estimated at $917,900.


Status as of June 30, 2021

Project was deferred in FY 2019-20 and the funding was reallocated to the Mission Road Project in FY 2019-20.


Schedule for FY 2021-22 and Thereafter

For FY 2021-22, the Public Works Department identified the 300 Block of F Street is in need of a mill and fill, (minor roadway reconstruction). Construction documents are estimated to be completed in the Fall/Winter of 2021 and the construction is to take place in the Spring of 2022.


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 RMRA (21), Measure A (22), Measure W (26), and Measure M grant funding.

Annual Roadway Rehab Funding and Spending Plan. Click on image to get to data.

F-Street Retaining Wall (902)

Project Scope

In 2019 the Colma Engineering Department surveyed the retaining wall on F Street. It was determined that the failure we are experiencing in the structure is most likely due to poor drainage, thus causing the wall to deteriorate. 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, 2021

This project is a priority project. The design phase and Plan, Specifications & Estimates (PS&E) will be completed by early Summer of 2021. The construction phase is slated for the Fall of 2021.


Schedule for FY 2021-22 and Thereafter

Construction documents will be assembled and ready to bid by August or September 2021. It is anticipated that the start of construction will commence in the September time frame and be completed by the November/December time frame. It is estimated that the project will take approximately 60 calendar days.


Impact on Operation

The project will decrease maintenance on and around the wall. The one item that will have to be continually watched and maintained is the drainage system.


Project Funding and Spending Plan

Mission Road Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvement Project (903)

Close by 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 June 30, 2021:

The design phase is complete and the construction phase is nearly completed or will be completed by June 30, 2021.


Schedule for FY 2021-22 and Thereafter

The final phase of the project is the slurry seal and striping. This will be completed by June 30, 2021. Thereafter, the project manager will begin the closeout phase, which includes final grant submissions.


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.


Project Funding and Spending Plan

Future Projects

Projects Funding & Spending Schedule for FY 2022-23 through FY 2026-27

The future unfunded portions of the projects shown above and below are not connected to a fiscal year and therefore cannot be included in the charts above. The future unfunded portions are as followed:


  • El Camino Real Bicycle & Pedestrian Improvement (923) - $29.50 million
  • Hillside Boulevard Beautification (901) - $9.10 million
  • Lawndale & El Camino Real Landscape & Median (956) - $2.60 million
  • Serramonte/Collins Roadway Improvement (905) - $19.25 million

The future unfunded projects will be programed depending on the availability of funding and may be phased in over time or programmed as a separate project similar to the Serramonte/Serra Center Signalization (911) project.

El Camino Real Bicycle & Pedestrian Improvements (923)

Scheduled for FY 2024-25

Estimated Project Cost: $30.0 million ($500,000 projected for FY 2024-25)


Project Scope

The project includes a re-design of El Camino Real with separated bicycle facilities, continuous sidewalks, additional bicycle and pedestrian safety features, new traffic signals, landscaping, and a reconfiguration of the Mission Road (“the Y”) intersection. The project presents a vision for residents and visitors to travel safely, comfortably, and with ease.


Status as of June 30, 2021

None. New future project.


Schedule for FY 2021-22 and Thereafter

Design phase scheduled to start in FY 2024-25, pending grant funding availability. Total project cost per the final EL Camino Real Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan (914) is $30.0 million.


Impact on Operation

There will be an increase in landscaping maintenance and irrigation costs. The proposed improvements and beautification enhancements will assist in making the shopping experience and visiting the various cemeteries a safer, and memorable experience.

Hillside Boulevard Beautification (901)

Scheduled for future (unknown)

Estimated Project Cost: $9.1 million (Future Unfunded)


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. The remaining work in this project will be evaluated to determine phasing and potential opportunities for grant funding. 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 cost of this $9,100,000 project.


Status as of June 30, 2021:

On hold. Future Unfunded.


Schedule for FY 2021-22 and Thereafter

Pending availability of funds.


Impact on Operation

There will be an increase in landscaping maintenance and irrigation costs.

Lawndale and El Camino Real Landscape and Median (956)

Scheduled for FY 2022-23

Estimated Project Cost: $2.75 million ($150,000 projected for FY 2022-23)


Project Scope:

Median landscapes along Lawndale Boulevard and El Camino Real are in need of rehabilitation. As a result of the severe drought in recent years, the State of California has levied irrigation restrictions that prevent cities from irrigating its street medians with turf. This resulted in many of the vegetation in the Town’s medians along Lawndale Boulevard and El Camino Real will need significant maintenance efforts in order to avoid the area being overtaken by intrusive vegetation. Additionally, the landscape along the backside of the sidewalk along the Northside of Lawndale Boulevard will also need to be addressed in all phases of this project.


  • Phase 1 is the conceptual review of 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 $2.6 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, 2021:

The conceptual design (Phase 1) was completed and approved in FY 2019-20. The design phase was deferred due to the COVID-19 pandemic.


Schedule for FY 2021-22 and Thereafter

This project is a restoration of the existing Lawndale Boulevard Landscape Improvement Project (956). The construction phase of the project (Phase 3) is currently unfunded. Staff will be looking for funding opportunities to help assist with the construction costs. The feasibility/conceptual study (Phase 1) was completed and approved in FY 2019/20. The development of the PS&E (Phase 2) will begin in 2023/2024. The construction Phase will be evaluated after the completion of PS&E and will depend on available funding and Town’s priorities.


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 of the roadway, provide safe crossing, and reduce the cost of landscape maintenance.

Serramonte/Serra Center Signalization (911)

Scheduled for FY 2022-23

Estimated Project Cost: $600,000. This project is part of the Serramonte Blvd/Collins Ave Roadway Improvement Project (905) - see below


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). The project may be eligible for Transportation and Infrastructure grant (T&I) of $420k with a local match of $80k. Total project cost $500k for the signalization plus design and project management cost.


The signalization of the Serramonte/Serra Center intersection is part of the Serramonte Blvd/Collins Ave Master Plan and has been separated for project management purposes.

Status as of June 30, 2021

New Project. Project is scheduled to begin design and if required land acquisition in FY 2021-22, construction would be in FY 2022-23.


Schedule for FY 2021-22 and Thereafter

The required work is contingent on the T&I Grant, if awarded, the project would start in the fall of FY 2021-22. If the grant is not awarded to the Town, the start of this project would be postponed until funds were made available.


Impact on Operation

Annual operation and maintenance costs as they relate to the streetlight signal.

Serramonte Blvd/Collins Ave Roadway Improvement (905)

Scheduled for FY 2022-23

Estimated Project Cost: $600,000.


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, 2021

New Project. This project is scheduled to begin in FY 2023-24.


Schedule for FY 2021-22 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 light 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.


Closed Projects

El Camino Real Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvement Plan (914)

Close by July 1, 2021


Project Scope

The El Camino Real Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvement Plan will provide guidelines and directives for a comprehensive bicycle and pedestrian safety program along a portion of the El Camino Real corridor, (State Route 82) in the Town of Colma, from Daly City to South San Francisco. The project will strive to improve community mobility along this portion of the roadway by creating a vision to increase and enhance various modes of transportation, including walking and bicycling, while providing opportunities to increase ridership on public transportation. The study will review and implement the standards and goals that are stated in the California Transportation Plan 2040, California State Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan, Caltrans District 4 Bicycle Plan, San Mateo County Comprehensive Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan, and Grand Boulevard Initiatives’ Goals. Community outreach is included in the study from residents and businesses.


Status as of June 30, 2021

Since this project is completed, the next step in this process will be to take a construction phasing approach to this project, thus creating several future projects through a phasing approach. By doing so, this will also allow staff to apply for grants specifically as they may apply to that phase.


Schedule for FY 2021-22 and Thereafter

None.


Impact on Operation

The completed plan will assist the Town in the design and construction of a safer bicycle and pedestrian path, which will mitigate the risk of accident and control the Town’s costs in annual insurance premiums and claims.


Project Funding and Spending Plan

El Camino Real Bike & Ped Funding and Spending Plan. Click on image to get to the interactive data.

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