Item No. 6
Town of Atherton
CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT – CONSENT AGENDA
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
GEORGE RODERICKS, CITY MANAGER
FROM: ROBERT OVADIA, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
DATE: OCTOBER 21, 2026
SUBJECT: AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THE INTERSECTION
IMPROVEMENTS AT ALAMEDA DE LAS PULGAS /
STOCKBRIDGE AVENUE PROJECT
CEQA: EXEMPT FROM CEQA PURSUANT TO 15301 (EXISTING
FACILITIES) AND 15304 (MINOR ALTERATIONS TO LAND)
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Council approve the design documents, affirm the CEQA finding of Categorical Exemption, award a construction contract for the Intersection Improvements at Alameda de las Pulgas/Stockbridge Avenue to Chrisp Company, of Fremont in the amount of $54,593 and authorize change orders up to 15%; direct the City Attorney to prepare the contract; and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract on behalf of the Town.
BACKGROUND
The City Council approved a Capital Improvement Project for the installation of pedestrian crossing improvements at the Alameda de las Pulgas / Stockbridge Avenue intersection, including the installation of a Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs) at the intersection. The intersection is shared jurisdictionally with the County of San Mateo. The Town issued a Task Order to Interwest Consulting Group for the preparation of the project design documents, and the Town coordinated with the County of San Mateo regarding the proposed improvements within their jurisdiction.
The project design includes installation of Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs) at the existing curb ramps on the north leg of the intersection, advance warning signage, a new crosswalk with yield markings, and other associated improvements. The advance warning signage in the northbound direction will include activated LED lights that will flash, when activated, to advise oncoming traffic regarding the pedestrian crossing ahead. The southbound advance signage will not be activated, per County’s request.
ADLP Stockbridge Avenue
OCTOBER 21, 2026
The proposed improvements were determined to be exempt from the California Environmental Quality ACT (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15301 – Existing Facilities and 15304 - Minor Alterations to Land.
15301 Class 1 consists of the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, leasing, licensing, or minor alteration of existing public or private structures, facilities, mechanical equipment, or topographical features, involving negligible or no expansion of existing or former use. 15304 – Class 4 consists of minor public or private alterations in the condition of land, water, and/or vegetation which do not involve removal of healthy, mature, scenic trees except for forestry and agricultural purposes.
ANALYSIS
Staff solicited informal bids for the construction of the proposed intersection improvements.
Informal were received bids from three companies as follows:
CONTRACTOR LOCATION BID
Chrisp Company Fremont $54,593
Bear Electrical Solutions, LLC Alviso $79,236
WBE Novato $85,035
Staff also recommends that the Council authorize a 15% contingency for unforeseen costs that may arise during construction.
FISCAL IMPACT
The Capital Improvement Program allocation for this project was $100,000. Sufficient funds are programmed and available in the Capital Improvement Program budget for the project to cover the contract bid price of $54,593, and the requested 15% contingency, totaling $62,782.
GOAL ALIGNMENT
This Report and its contents are in alignment with the following Council Policy Goals:
• Goal A - Preserve Small Town Character & Quality of Life • Goal E - Maintain and Improve Public Infrastructure
POLICY FOCUS
The policy focus is associated with the intent to improve pedestrian access and mobility at the Alameda de las Pulgas / Stockbridge Avenue intersection.
PUBLIC NOTICE
ADLP Stockbridge Avenue
OCTOBER 21, 2026
Public notification was achieved by posting the agenda, with this agenda item being listed, at least 72 hours prior to the meeting in print and electronically. Information about the project is also disseminated via the Town’s electronic News Flash and Atherton Online. There are approximately 1,200 subscribers to the Town’s electronic News Flash publications. Subscribers include residents as well as stakeholders –to include, but be not limited to, media outlets, school districts, Menlo Park Fire Protection District, service provides (water, power, and sewer), and regional elected officials.
COMMISSION/COMMITTEE FEEDBACK/REFERRAL
This item has not been before a Town Committee or Commission
ATTACHMENTS
1. Plans and Specifications