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CITY of BRISBANE
Monday, November 7th, 2022 at 3:00 PM
BRISBANE MARINA OFFICE: 400 Sierra Point Pkwy, Brisbane (If raining, meet at Brisbane City Hall Lobby: 50 Park Place, Brisbane)
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SUBCOMMITTEE MEMBERS:
Mayor Pro-tem Lentz, Councilmember O’Connell, Parks & Recreation Commission Trudi Davis, Open Space and Ecology Committee Barbara Ebel, Public Art Advisory Committee member Camille Salmon, Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accountability (IDEA) Committee member Mangesh Kolhatkar, Complete Streets Safety Committee member Dariusz Wodziak
PRESENTATIONS AND DISCUSSION ITEMS
A. SIERRA POINT SITE WALK: Meet at the Brisbane Marina Office, 400 Sierra Point Parkway, Brisbane B. DISCOVERY DISCUSSION: Meet at the Brisbane City Hall Lobby, 50 Park Place, Brisbane a. Introduction
b. Summary Presentation of Task 01: Discovery
c. Discovery and Exploration Synthesis & Discussion
PUBLIC COMMENT
ADJOURNMENT
Sierra Point Parkway Park and
Open Space Subcommittee Agenda
1 File Attachments for Item:
B. DISCOVERY DISCUSSION: Meet at the Brisbane City Hall Lobby, 50 Park Place, Brisbane a. Introduction
b. Summary Presentation of Task 01: Discovery
c. Discovery and Exploration Synthesis & Discussion
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Sierra Point Open Space and Parks Master Plan Page 1 of 2
SIERRA POINT SUBCOMMITTEE AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date: November 7, 2022
To: Sierra Point Open Space and Parks Subcommittee
From:Noreen Leek, Parks & Recreation Director
Subject: Sierra Point Open Space and Parks Master Plan
Community Goal/Result
Community Building
Purpose
Develop the City’s public spaces for community interactions, enhance connectivity, and provide additional opportunities for recreation through the master planning process.
Recommendation
Review master plan project status updates and the findings from Task 1: Discovery in the draft report (Attachment 1). Confirm analysis and observations, and ideas for program and character.
Background
The City has contracted CMG Landscape Architecture to develop an open space and parks master plan at Sierra Point. The master plan is a compelling opportunity to reinvigorate a remarkable section of the bay shore and Brisbane’s waterfront for the next century of use: by creating a welcoming and resilient place to play and recreate, engaging with the outdoors, and fostering connections across generations and communities.
The project subcommittee consists of representatives from the Brisbane City Council, Parks and Recreation Commission, Open Space and Ecology Committee, Complete Streets Safety Committee, IDEA Committee, and Public Art Advisory Committee. From now until Spring 2023, the Subcommittee will be working alongside staff to ensure the master plan guides future open space improvements while maintaining important goals: enhance the natural environment, create public value by supporting social and cultural life outdoors, and increase connection to the water.
Discussion
The first task in this process was to complete a site analysis, where City staff has reviewed with the consultants various site constraints, including the SF Bay Conservation and Development Commission's (BCDC) regulations regarding the shoreline, the need to preserve parking, and local weather/wind conditions.
The CMG team has drafted the first section of their report, Task 1: Discovery (Attachment 1). This document collects, collates, and presents results of CMG’s preliminary engagement with stakeholders, review of project materials and resources, and site observations. While it does not and cannot capture every detail of the conditions of Sierra Point, it is complete for the basis of their development of 3 B.
Sierra Point Open Space and Parks Master Plan Page 2 of 2 alternative concept plans. Technical constraints, stakeholder ambitions, and open space improvement opportunities have been defined, and the conversation with stakeholders will continue as the process advances. A public engagement survey (Attachment 2) is live and will remain open through November 11th. The survey seeks to understand how people currently engage with Sierra Point and their priorities for its future. The information collected in the survey will be collated and published in the final Sierra Point Open Space & Parks Master Plan as part of the public engagement process summary and used to inform the content of the Master Plan document itself.
Completion of the Discovery phase provides a foundation for the basis of Task 2: Exploration, where CMG will develop concept plan alternatives with the subcommittee and stakeholders.
Attachments
1. Task 01: Discovery – DRAFT report
2. Public engagement survey flyer
___________________________________ ___________________________________ Noreen Leek, Parks & Recreation Director Clay Holstine, City Manager 4 B.
Task 01: Discovery
Sierra Point Open Space & Parks
Master Plan
October 2022
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Table of
Contents
04 Stakeholder
Engagement
05 Principles &
Goals
06 Appendix
01 Introduction
02 Regional
Context
03 Site Inventory
& Analysis
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Section 1:
Introduction
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4 INTRODUCTION
The Sierra Point Open Space and Parks Master Plan is a compelling opportunity to reinvigorate a remarkable section of the shoreline of San Francisco as well as Brisbane’s waterfront for the next century of use by creating a welcoming and resilient place to play and recreate, engage with the natural world, and foster connections across generations and communities. The Open Space and Parks Master Plan will guide future open space improvement within Sierra Point while maintaining important community goals: to enhance the natural environment, to create public value by supporting social and cultural life outdoors and to foster connections to the water.
The first step in this process—the Discovery phase—is analysis of the existing Sierra Point conditions in order to define and illustrate constraints and opportunities.
The following material provides inventory and analysis of existing site conditions as well as insight from community engagement. Observations for open space improvement based on the inventory and analysis are provided. A summary of client and stakeholder engagement is also provided and organized into themes for project ambitions, desired uses, desired character, and quality of experience. Based on stakeholder engagement and community input, principles are established to function as a framework for project development to ensure master plan proposals are aligned with client and stakeholder criteria.
SIERRA POINT OPEN SPACE
AND PARKS MASTER PLAN
STUDY AREA
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5 Observations based on constraints and
opportunities, and the principles and
goals of the project will form the basis for
the development of alternative concepts
for the master plan, which will then be
synthesized into a final document: the
Sierra Point Open Space and Parks
Master Plan.
Small-town feel Community amenities`
Resilience Stewardship
Public art
Unique natural resources
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6 The terrain of Sierra Point and much of the surrounding area, including parts of South San Francisco, Brisbane and San Francisco, is artificial fill. The artificial fill of Brisbane is landfill: starting in the early 1900s, the city of San Francisco disposed of construction waste and other landfill materials in shallow bayshore mud.
The graphic to the right shows the historic edge of the San Francisco Bay in relationship to the current shoreline configuration. The rectangular landmass of Sierra Point is revealed to be artifiical fill, and the historic shoreline of the site closely hugs the very bsae of San Bruno Mountain.
The archival aerial photo above shows a view north along the San Francisco Peninsula from Burlingame to Marin County. View includes San Bruno, South San Francisco, Daly City, San Bruno Mountain, San Francisco Airport (SFO) at right. Bayshore Freeway (US101) between San Bruno and Sierra Point.
SITE HISTORY
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7 PROJECT OBJECTIVES
Sierra Point consists of unique and specific elements that are foundational to both Brisbane’s identity, and the landfill that makes up the landscape. Brisbane’s goals for a remarkable, sustainable and resilient public open space are captured in the following project objectives that focus the research, investigation and engagement of the Discovery phase. Thematic areas of interests are: connectivity; stewardship and sustainability; art and recreation. The Discovery phase analysis pays special attention to the following, as framed by these areas of interest:
1. Connectivity: identify opportunities for improved public access to Sierra Point and the water. This includes increasing the value of Sierra Point as a destination for Brisbane residents, and visual connection to the San Francisco bay landscape.
2. Sustainability and resilience: identify and preserve environmentally sensitive areas. determine strategies to build upon them, as well as opportunities to create new terrestrial and intertidal habitat. Understand the impact of projected sea level rise on the Sierra Point landscape on the landscape including access, uses and infrastructure.
3. Art: identify opportunities for public art installations integrated with the landscape.
4. Recreation: identify opportunities for additional recreational facilities and amenities and enhance existing.
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8 PROJECT VISION
connectivity
stewardship &
sustainability art recreation
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Section 2:
REGIONAL CONTEXT
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11 SITE CONTEXT
Brisbane, the City of Stars, is a city in San Mateo County. The city is bounded by San Bruno Mountain to the west, and the San Francisco Bay to the east. Immediately adjacent cities are: San Francisco, Daly City and South San Francisco; Colma, San Bruno and Pacifica are also neighbors. The San Francisco International Airport is south of Brisbane, and the San Bruno Mountain State & County Park is also directly accessible through the city.
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12 REGIONAL OPEN SPACE &
CONNECTIONS
There are many public transit options in San Mateo county, and Brisbane is served directly by several SamTrans stops. Commuter rails such as CalTrain and BART have lines nearby, and Oyster Point, another bayside development immediately to the south of Sierra Point, has a ferry terminal. Despite the nearby plethora of public transit options, Sierra Point itself is not directly served by any public transit stops, and driving via private car, biking or walking, are the primary ways that visitors can access the project area. There is a shuttle service for office workers between Sierra Point, BART and CalTrain on weekdays.
The Bay Trail circumnavigates the outer edge of Sierra Point. However, the Class II bike lane connection under US-101 is substandard in the southbound direction. The section of the Bay Trail that connects Sierra Point to Central Brisbane and beyond under US101 does not have sidewalks for pedestrians, further eroding the site’s connection to central Brisbane to the north – and the rest of the Bay Trail. The connection from Sierra Point to South San Francisco and Oyster Point is strong. Regional bike facilities Bay Trail
Open space & parks
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13 BART route
CalTrain route
CalTrain station
SamTrans bus route
Other public bus service
Bus stops
Oyster Point Ferry route
Oyster Point Ferry station
REGIONAL PUBLIC TRANSIT
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14 REGIONAL SEA LEVEL RISE
Sierra Point is part of a region that will be impacted by a combination of SLR, groundwater rise and tidal events.
Solutions should be regional as well as local. Opportunities include change required for regional infrastructure projects, such as US-101 and railroad facilities adjacent to Sierra Point parcels.
This analysis uses data created by BCDC and other regional authorities and presents a matrix of possible scenarios that reflect predicted, average SLR conditions over time coupled with extreme events such as king tides and storm surges.
See Section 3: Site Inventory & Analysis for more detailed information about sea level rise scenarios and impacts at Sierra Point.
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15 0 - 2 2 - 4 4 - 6 6 - 8 10 - 12 8 - 10 12+
DEPTH - FEET
+36” MHHW +66” MHHW +108” MHHW
MHHW + 66” and
100-year extreme
tide or storm surge
MHHW + 66” or
MHHW +36” and
25-year extreme
tide
MHHW + 48” or
MHHW +24” and
5-year extreme tide
event
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Section 3:
SITE ANALYSIS
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17 BAYSHORE FWY
BAYSHORE BLVD
SIERRA POINT PKWY
ON RAMP
OFF RAMP
RAILWAY
SIERRA POINT PKWY
SAN FRANCISCO BAY
SAN BRUNO MOUNTAIN
SF BAY TRAIL
SF BAY TRAIL
SF BAY TRAIL
BRISBANE MARINA
YACHT CLUB
HARBORMASTER’S OFFICE
PUBLIC BATHROOM
PUBLIC BATHROOM
MARINA BATHROOM
MARINA WORKSHOP
OFFICE+ PARKING
OFFICE+ PARKING
HOTEL + PARKING
OFFICE + PARKING
OFFICE + PARKING
FISHING PIER
OFFICE + PARKING
PUBLIC
PARKING
PARKING
HOTEL + OFFICE
(PROPOSED)
OFFICE (PROPOSED)
EXISTING SITE CONDITIONS
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18 EXISTING SITE CONDITIONS
1 2
3 4
6 8 5 7
9 10
11 12
13 14
18 17 16 15 20 19
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19 15
67 4
23 23
B.
20 11 12 13 14
8 9 10
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21 15 17 18
16 19
20 25
B.
22 Vehicular circulation
Drop-off Area
Class II Bike Lane
Sidewalk
Class I Shared-Use Path -
SF Bay Trail
SF Bay Trail - under
construction
Shared path
Vehicular Access
Pedestrian Access
Main Access
Proposed Access
SITE CIRCULATION
Access to Sierra Point is limited
and privileges private vehicles.
Bike connection terminates
at the US-101 overpass and
does not include pedestrian
crosswalks or marked bike
lanes.
Safe pedestrian connection
from central Brisbane to Sierra
Point does not exist.
The Bay trail does not make a
full loop around the point. US-101
BAYSHORE BLVD
SIERRA POINT PARKWAY
SIERRA POINT PARKWAY
SHORELINE COURT
MARINA BLVD.
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23 JURISDICTIONAL BOUNDARIES
There are many regional and
state interests represented at
Sierra Point. Due to its proximity
to the bayshore, a 100-foot
buffer from the shoreline at
Sierra Point falls under BCDC’s
jurisdiction.
Parcels are a mix of public and
privately owned.
The site is at the south-easternend of the city of Brisbane, and the city limit between
Brisbane and the city of South
San Francisco runs across the
southern shoreline of Sierra
Point.
US-101
BAYSHORE BLVD
SIERRA POINT PARKWAY
SIERRA POINT PARKWAY
SHORELINE COURT
MARINA BLVD.
FEMA FLOOD ZONE
BCDC Shoreline
BCDC 100’ jursdiction
Parcel boundaries
Limit of the city of
Brisbane
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24 VIEWS
Views are a primary feature of
the Sierra Point Open Space
experience.
Many users reported visiting
Sierra Point for activities related
to views – looking out toward
San Francisco and Oakland
from the north edge of the site
and the end of the fishing pier
in particular; looking out across
the marina toward Mount
Diablo in the east; visiting Sierra
Point as a destination to watch
fireworks shows from around
the entire San Francisco Bay.
Recent buildings have modified
view corridors, particularly
in the direction of San Bruno
Mountain. New and proposed
buildings will continue to
change the viewing experience.
PRIMARY VISTA POINTS
SECONDARY VISTA POINTS
VISTA POINTS
SF BAY TRAIL
ON STREET BAY TRAIL
HUNTERS POINT SF SKYLINE NORTH BAY
VIEW OF MT.
DIABLO ON AXIS
WITH SLIPS
EAST BAY
HILLS
SAN BRUNO MOUNTAIN
SAN BRUNO MOUNTAIN
SOUTH
BAY
OYSTER POINT OYSTER POINT
VIEW OF MT.
DIABLO ON AXIS
WITH SLIPS
US-101
BAYSHORE BLVD
SIERRA POINT PARKWAY
SIERRA POINT PARKWAY
SHORELINE COURT
MARINA BLVD.
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25 Images: Views from Sierra Point: San Bruno Mountain; Oakland skyline; San Francisco skyline; Brisbane marina; Mount Diablo. 29 B.
26 MARINA FACILITIES
The marina has 580 slips and
played an important role in the
history and development of
Sierra Point.
The marina has a permit for a
10% live-aboard rate. Residents
have access to a private
bathroom and laundry facilities.
Small craft launches are not
currently accommodated.
Public programs at the marina
are limited; the annual Regatta,
hosted by the Sierra Point Yacht
Club, is a major event.
US-101
BAYSHORE BLVD
SIERRA POINT PARKWAY
SIERRA POINT PARKWAY
SHORELINE COURT
MARINA BLVD.
TRASH ENCLOSURE
TRASH CAN
TRASH CAN
TRASH CAN
TRASH CAN
TRASH CAN
SIERRA POINT YACHT CLUB
PARKING LOT
BATHROOM
ACCESS PATH
HARBORMASTER’S OFFICE
MARINA CORPS YARD
PUBLIC BATHROOM
MARINA ACCESS
AT WATERFRONT
WALKWAY
PARKING LOT
TRASH CAN
PUBLIC BATHROOM
MARINA WORKSHOP
DROP-OFF AREA
FISHING PIER WITH SINK
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27 Images: An assortment of marina facilities
SIERRA POINT YACHT CLUB
MARINA RESTROOMS MARINA SLIPS PARKING LOT & MARINA STORAGE HARBORMASTER’S
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28 Images: Marina & waterfont facilities
GANGWAY TO PARKING LOT
FISHING PIER PRIVATE DOCK & GANGWAY ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARING STATIONS
RESTROOMS
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29 WIND & SUN
Sierra Point has excellent solar
orientation.
Sierra Point is subject to
regular, intense wind, often
strengthening in speed in the
mid-afternoon.
Average wind speed is 10.6
MPG. See windrose diagram
below for average yearly wind
information.
US-101
BAYSHORE BLVD
SIERRA POINT PARKWAY
SIERRA POINT PARKWAY
SHORELINE COURT
MARINA BLVD.
N
E
W
S
NE WIND IN WINTER
SUMMER SOLSTICE
WINTER SOLSTICE
SW WIND IN SUMMER
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30 SITE INFRASTRUCTURE
The drainage visualized in this
diagram is conceptual; recent
construction projects have
adjusted site drainage.
US-101
BAYSHORE BLVD
SIERRA POINT PARKWAY
SIERRA POINT PARKWAY
SHORELINE COURT
MARINA BLVD.
Lift station
Lift station
Other electrical
infrastructure
EV Charging Station
Drainage
Electrical and/
or mechanical
infrastructure
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31 PARKING
Parking lots dominate the
experience of the waterfront
and marina.
Stormwater runoff from
existing asphalt parking lots
on public land is not treated.
Parking surfaces are generally
impermeable and made from
asphalt or concrete.
As is, the parking lots provide
useful, multi-purpose spaces –
visitors shared fond stories of
activities.
Office buildings have extensive
parking lots. These lots may be
highly used by office workers
during the weekday, but are not
used with the same frequency
during weekends.
Parking for the marina is
controlled by the number of
slips and ratios are suggested
by the California Department of
Boating and Waterways.
US-101
BAYSHORE BLVD
SIERRA POINT PARKWAY
SIERRA POINT PARKWAY
SHORELINE COURT
MARINA BLVD.
PUBLIC PARKING
661 PARKING STALLS / 12 ADA STALLS
CORPS YARD AND PARKING
12 PARKING STALLS
MARINA PARKING
91 PARKING STALLS
YACHT CLUB PARKING
15 PARKING STALLS / 5 ADA STALLS
YACHT CLUB DROP-OFF AREA
9 PARKING STALLS / 4 ADA STALLS
MARINA DROP-OFF AREA
7 PARKING STALLS / 2 ADA STALLS
EXISTING PARKING:
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32 VEGETATION & WETLANDS
Existing planting is limited
in area. Species diversity is
relatively low and favors nonnative plants.
A large ground squirrel
population – in addition to
saltwater intrusion in the
eastern-most edges of Sierra
Point – have killed multiple
trees, including hardy species
such as the lombardy poplar
(Populus nigra).
Newer office buildings have
complied with landscaping
palette that favors native
California species such as
manzanita, coyote brush and
deergrass. It is unclear whether
or not the species planted
directly on the edge of the bay
are tolerant of the brackish
water and salt spray.
NATURAL BEACH
MOSTLY LAWN
PLANTING ON
PRIVATE PROPERTY
PROVIDES LITTLE
ECOLOGICAL
VALUE
TIDAL WETLAND &
UPLAND SPECIES
MOSTLY LAWN
PLANTING
PROVIDES LITTLE
ECOLOGICAL
VALUE
TREES KILLED AND
SALT MARSH SPECIES
PRESENT FROM SALT
WATER INTRUSION
FROM STORM DRAIN
BAY CONNECTION
IMPROVEMENTS ARE PRIMARILY
NATIVE AND CLIMATE APPROPRIATE
SPECIES, ALTHOUGH LIMITED
SPECIES DIVERSITY
EXISTING
VEGETATION
IN PARKING
AREAS DOES NOT
PROVIDE FOR
STORM WATER
CONTROL OR
TREATMENT
GROUND SQUIRREL COLONY
UNDERMINES AND KILLS TREES.
CONFLICT WITH DOGS.
US-101
BAYSHORE BLVD
SIERRA POINT PARKWAY
SIERRA POINT PARKWAY
SHORELINE COURT
MARINA BLVD.
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33 Images: Existing vegetation -- unimproved bay edge; new landscaping; trees suffering from saltwater intrusion 37 B.
34 PRIVATE OPEN SPACE AMENITIES
The land of Sierra Point is a mix
between private and publicly
held land.
Recent development
agreements have provided
public amenities on the office
campus landscapes, but the
public usage and access to
these public benefits remains
low.
The landscaping around
many of the office buildings is
publicly accessible but does
not necessarily look public,
potentially reducing public use
because they are perceived to
be private and inaccessible.
Visitors noted that some public
amenities are not always set up
and/or useable – for example, a
pickleball court exists but does
not always have a net.
Public amenities on the site
include exercise equipment
adjacent to the Bay Trail.
US-101
BAYSHORE BLVD
SIERRA POINT PARKWAY
SIERRA POINT PARKWAY
SHORELINE COURT
MARINA BLVD.
Existing privately owned,
publicly accessible
landscape areas
Proposed privately
owned, publicly
accessible landscape
areas
Public land
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35 Images: Assorted landscapes along Bay Trail, which threads between public and private spaces. 39 B.
36 SEA LEVEL RISE
Initial evaluation of the
Sierra Point landscape shows
beneficial verticality of the
landscape, which opens up
more opportunities for site
development relative to sea
level rise.
Current models project
approximately 1.9 feet of sea
level rise by 2050. Current
projection for 1-in-200 chance
of sea level rise in the Bay is
7’ by 2100. For the study area
this would be a minimum
elevation +18.5’. Generally,
the study area of Sierra
Point is around elevation +9’
NAVD88 along the shoreline,
increasing to elevations +17’
to +18’ NAVD88 further inland.
The open space area at the
south end of the study area
is at around elevation +24’ to
+25’ NAVD88. Upland existing
conditions are sufficiently
elevated at the perimeter to
provide protection for the next
75 years as projected by State
agencies. Additionally, the
outer breakwater around the
marina provides sheltering of
the east side of Sierra Point.
With this protection there
might be some opportunities to
reduce the rip rap and develop
a living shoreline.
See Section 2 for an overview of
regional SLR predictions and impacts.
0 - 2
2 - 4
4 - 6
6 - 8
10 - 12
8 - 10
12+
DEPTH - FEET
US-101
BAYSHORE BLVD
SIERRA POINT PARKWAY
SIERRA POINT PARKWAY
SHORELINE COURT
MARINA BLVD.
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37 How Sea Level Rise affects Flood Hazards:
• Extreme water levels
• Storm surge (hours to days)
• High tides (hours)
• El Niño (weeks to months)
• Wave action (wind driven)
• King tides (2-4 times annually)
Visualizing potential SLR at SIerra Point
Per BCDC, “...Low-lying parts of the shoreline have
historically experienced coastal flood events (such
as the annual king tides and El Niño extreme high
tides), and they may experience similar events with
increased frequency, duration, and severity in the
future as a result of projected sea level rise (SLR).
Planners and engineers need tools to evaluate
vulnerabilities and risks due to projected inundation
and flooding. ..”
This SLR inundation mapping captures permanent
inundation as well as temporary flooding as a result
of SLR scenarios ranging from 0 to 66 inches in
addition to extreme high tide events from the 1-year
to the 100-year extreme tide. The values shown
model daily as well as extreme tide levels above
the MHHW in San Mateo County. These levels,
developed by Bay Area agencies, show the average
of the water levels at all model output points along
San Mateo‘s bayshore.
Note: MHHW is a tidal datum and is representative
of the daily high tide.
This analysis uses a set of ten inundation maps
that represent a spectrum of possible sea level rise
scenarios coupled with extreme tide levels. The
scenarios range from 12 to 108 inches and represent
combinations of 0 to 66 inches of SLR with extreme
tides between the 1-year to the 100-year extreme
tide. These projections represent current NRC SLR
projections and approximate storm sure events. The
range of water levels visualized means that the maps
are flexible and can accommodate future changes
in SLR projections.
“Permanent inundation occurs when an area is
regularly covered by daily tidal fluctuations. As sea
levels rise, additional shoreline areas may be subject
to permanent inundation. In contrast, temporary
flooding occurs when an area is exposed to episodic,
short-duration, extreme tide events of greater
magnitude than normal tide levels (such as during
storm surge or El Niño events). Shoreline and inland
areas may be temporarily flooded during an extreme
tide event, but may resume their intended function
once floodwaters recede.”1
This data shows that as sea levels rise, the bayshore
and adjacent communities will be more frequently
exposed to tidal levels that are currently classified as ‘extreme’. Over time, existing shoreline infrastructure will not provide the same level of protection as it was designed to do. The increased frequency of extreme
tide levels must be considered in the design of
resilient bayshore regions such as Sierra Point.
This analysis uses data developed for the Bay
Area by agencies & organizations such as the San
Francisco Bay Conservation and Development
Commission (BCDC), the Metropolitan Transportation
Commission (MTC), the California Department of
Transportation (Caltrans), the San Francisco Public
Utilities Commission, and San Mateo, and Alameda
Counties.
1 Adapting to Rising Tides Bay Area Sea Level Rise Analysis and Mapping Project (2017)
Figure: from Adapting to Rising Tides Bay Area Sea Level Rise Analysis and Mapping Project (2017) 41 B.
38 Sea-Level Rise Impacts:
• Mean sea level and tide range rises
• Extremes water levels reach higher
elevations
• Temporary and permanent flooding and
inundation
• Wave-related erosion
The figures on the right represents a matrix for
potential SLR scenarios in San Mateo County.
The ten scenarios represent combinations of 0
to 66 inches of SLR coupled with extreme tides in
the 1-year to 100-year return period. The values
represent San Mateo County’s daily and extreme
tide levels above the MHHW.
The first six scenarios (12”, 24”, 36” 48”, 52” and 66” of SLR above the MHHW) are related to the NRC SLR
estimates. This range of six water levels represent
the most likely scenarios as currently projected for
the mid-century and end of the century.
Per data published in Adapting to Rising Tides Bay
Area Sea Level Rise Analysis and Mapping Project
(2017), the following ranges apply:
• 12-inch SLR by 2050
• 24-inch SLR by 2050 – a high end of the
range OR an existing 5-year extreme tide
• 26-inch SLR by 2100 – a most-likely SLR
scenario OR an existing 50-year extreme
tide
• 48-inch SLR by 2100 – a high end of the
range OR 6-inches of SLR AND a 100-year
extreme tide
• 52-inch SLR – 12-inch of SLR plus 100-year
extreme tide
• 66-inch SLR by 2100 – a high end of SLR
scenarios OR 24-inches of SLR AND a 100-
year extreme tide
The remaining four projections (77”, 84”, 96” and
108” of SLR above the MHHW) are above current
projections for SLR by 2100, but illustrate short-term, temporary inundation that could occur when SLR is
coupled with extreme tides.
• 77 inches above MHHW – 36-inch SLR AND
100-year extreme tide
• 84 inches above MHHW – 48-inch SLR AND
50-year extreme tide
• 96 inches above MHHW – 66-inch SLR AND
25-year extreme tide
• 108 inches above MHHW – 66-inch SLR AND
100-year extreme tide
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39 Images: Saltwater intrusion is already impacting Sierra Point landscape. Salt-tolerant plants; lawn and tree die-off from saltwater intrusion; permanently inundated areas; more tree die-off. 43 B.
40 Image: MHHW +12” Image: MHHW +24”
Most likely scenario of SLR by 2050.
+1-2 feet SLR
0 - 2
2 - 4
4 - 6
6 - 8
10 - 12
8 - 10
12+
DEPTH - FEET
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Section 4:
COMMUNITY
ENGAGEMENT
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47 STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT
Understanding the culture and identity of Brisbane’s community is an essential aspect of planning the Sierra Point Open Space and Parks Master Plan. During Task 01:
Discovery, points of interest, aspirations and insight were gleaned from conversations that direct the development of the character and quality of the master plan’s proposed open space experience.
Public Participation Goals
Public participation will foster creative, collaborative environments to ensure that participants feel welcome and comfortable being their true selves and honestly expressing their thoughts and ideas. Implementing a process of authentic listening and feedback will strengthen the communities’ trust in the Sierra Point Open Space Master Plan Project. Interactions with the community are designed to facilitate a nuanced process that engages stakeholders. All feedback received from the community from interviews, meetings, and outreach events will be documented in summary reports. Stakeholder engagement shall: • Gather constructive, meaningful input from community members and key stakeholders
• Engage diverse target audiences; • Build relationships on behalf of Brisbane Parks and Recreation department with key community organizations and other City agencies to foster ongoing community involvement and support
• Increase community awareness and involvement; • Identify existing community-based programming for collaboration.
Target audiences
Participation and input from interested community members is designed to ensure that diverse and balanced perspectives are heard from a broad range of stakeholders engaged in meetings, site walks and at events.
Broadly the stakeholder list includes: Brisbane City Councilmembers and Staff; Brisbane Parks & Recreation Commission; Brisbane Open Space & Ecology Committee; Brisbane Public Art Committee; Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accountability (IDEA) Committee; Complete Streets Safety Committee; Sierra Point Yacht Club; community and business leaders; property owners; members of the general public.
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48 STAKEHOLDER ENGAGMENT
For the initial discovery phase, the planning team met with city of Brisbane staff, project sub-committee and the public at the annual Day in the Park event.
Information and insight gained from this varied engagement provided the planning team an understanding of how the Brisbane community views itself, its aspirations for the park, as well as additional technical understanding of the existing conditions, history and context. During Task 01: Discovery, the planning team has conducted meetings with:
Brisbane technical advisory:
• Clay Holstine, City Manager
• Stuart Schillinger, Assistant City Manager
• Noreen Leek, Parks & Recreation Director
• Randy Breault, Public Works Director
• John Swiecki, Community Development Director
• Andrew Rehberg, Harbormaster
Sierra Point Parkway and Open Space Subcommittee:
• Cliff Lentz – Mayor Pro Tempore/Councilmember
• Terry O’Connell – Councilmember
• Trudi Davis – Parks & Recreation Commission
• Barbara Ebel – Open Space and Ecology Committee
• Camille Salmon – Public Art Advisory Committee
• Mangesh Kolhatkar – Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accountability (IDEA) Committee
• Dariusz Wodziak – Complete Streets Safety Committee
Brisbane Day in the Park 2022
• Brisbane community members – general public
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49 STAKEHOLDER ENGAGMENT
Similar prompts for discussion were provided at each
engagement. Comments are summarized below,
edited from all feedback to be concise. Complete
responses gather to date are included in the
Appendix.
What makes Brisbane special?
Community cohesiveness and spirit of stewardship
Connection to nature
Small-town feel
Diverse population
Willingness to buck trends & not go along with
standard thinking
Surrounded by natural assets, open space and the
bay
Family-friendly
Favorite Aspects of Sierra Point included:
Scenic views and watching fireworks
Walking, running, hiking & biking Sierra Point and
Oyster Point
Family interaction
Fishing
Kite flying
A place to meditate
Regatta
Family and friends connection; picnics with friends on
the slopes
Critical pandemic open space
Opportunities at Sierra Point
Preserve scenic views – San Bruno Mountain, bay,
downtown SF, Mount diablo
Connect native CA flora from San Bruno mountain to
Sierra Point;
Continue the Bay Trail to make a complete loop
around Sierra Point;
Interactive playground - nature play & materials to
engender creativity;
Visual and physical connection to water
Interpret history, indigenous communities
Seating for contemplation, view appreciation
Public art
Exercise equipment
Flood mitigation & planning for SLR resiliency
Places for families & small gatherings, picnic and
BBQ areas;
Bike trail connection to downtown Brisbane
Jogging & hiking connections &
Public access and connections to the middle of Sierra
Point
Kid-friendly
Dog-friendly
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50 WHAT SHOULD SIERRA POINT OPEN SPACE BE?
Connectivity
Safe pedestrian and bike connections
Pedestrian connection from downtown Brisbane to
Sierra Point
Dedicated bike route and improved facilities from
downtown Brisbane to Sierra Point
Dedicated bike path separated from pedestrians at
Bay Trail
Connect pedestrians and bikes to San Bruno
Mountain trails
Connections to nature and native plants
Beach access and connection to the water
Maintain views of San Bruno Mountain
Kayak water access
Make the Bay Trail a loop around Sierra Point
Keep parking for boaters, and some visitors
Connection to Oyster Point for ferry access; SP ferry
terminal
Green connections
Attention to interface/gradient between building
edges (private property) and bay.
Access publicly accessible amenities on private
parcels
Waterfront
Create public connections throughout Sierra Point
Create more reasons for more people to go to Sierra
Point
Art
Playground structure as art;
Stage for small concerts or arts performances &
other engagement
Landscaping as art; Environmental art
Interactive;
Possible landmark;
Integral to community at large
Art that can withstand elements without damage &
high maintenance
Celebrate Brisbane’s diverse art community
Use art to connect with cutting-edge research of
Sierra Point and historic Brisbane
Kinetic art; wind art
Think more broadly about art, including artful,
artistic elements such as beautiful stonework.
Food and Beverage (Note marina users desire F&B/
store)
Yacht Club support more pop-up public events
Include businesses that benefit Brisbane
Food truck and cart area
Good, affordable waterfront restaurant — a
destination
Café/kiosks—coffee and pastries
Market/pop-ups
Stewardship & sustainability
Durable lasting improvements; 100+ year life
Improvements to contribute to achieving highest
bar for reducing carbon emissions; meet Brisbane’s
Climate Emergency commitment; net zero; sequester
carbon
Planning for sea level rise and landscape resiliency
Softening of bay shoreline for more interaction with
SLR and tidal influence
Educational opportunities at bay & shore
More planting, less paving
Improve ecological value and maximize biodiversity;
native plants; native trees
Demonstrate historical ecology
Wetlands
Native trees
Pollinator garden
Green infrastructure: rain gardens; photovoltaics;
wind power
Recreation
Activities that are appropriate for weather
challenges—note strong, regularly occurring wind.
Small craft/kayak launching – note difficult wind and
tidal conditions
Water access and protected swimming
Beach
Playground
Adventure playground
Amphitheater (Note that City Staff have expressed
concern about amplification and projection issues)
Dog park
Bocce
Horseshoe
Kite flying
Picnic and barbecue areas
Gathering for small groups and large groups
Areas protected from wind
Skate park; pump track
A tranquil place; yoga and meditation
Multipurpose, unprogrammed areas
As much open space as possible
Kids sailing or boating activities
Reinforce public access to amenities on
development parcels
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51 SIERRA POINT SHOULD BE...
vibrant
programmatically diverse
peaceful
welcoming
embracing
enticing
a crowning glory
playful and fun
quirky
a destination
connected
down to earth
practical and beautiful
wild and free
natural
adaptive
carbon neutral
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Section 5:
PRINCIPLES &
GOALS
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53 PRINCIPLES
Guiding Principles established for the Sierra Point Open Space and Parks Master Plan will be the foundation for building consensus for aspirations that will guide development of the project. The initial principles below summarize statements by City and community stakeholders to date, and will continue to be refined or augmented with community input. The guiding principles are to be comprehensive in the breadth of concerns they address, but each is to be specific in its intent. Collectively they describe an inclusive public destination, founded on health, wellness and community cohesion, that is a unique expression of Brisbane’s identity.
1. Sierra Point will be a diverse & inclusive place that is authentic to Brisbane.
2. Sierra Point will have a unique identity, accentuated by art, that inspires community pride.
3. Sierra Point will be a beautiful, durable place to enjoy everyday and in all seasons.
4. Sierra Point will include varied amenities for daily use in a natural setting.
5. Sierra Point will be a healthy, safe space of respite and a place to meet your neighbors.
6. Sierra Point will demonstrate best practices for
sustainable, resilient waterfront open space.
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54 Bike Access:
Bike facilities and connections between Central Brisbane to Sierra Point can be enhanced, particularly under the US-101 underpass, where the City’s current Bike/Ped Master Plan calls for a Class IV bike/Ped connection. Additional facilities within Sierra Point itself might include marked bike lanes continuing to the waterfront for a family friendly connection. A pedestrian and bike bridge could further enhance opportunities for connection from San Bruno Mountain and Central Brisbane.
Pedestrian Access:
Pedestrian access can be introduced from central Brisbane along Sierra point parkway and under the overpass to make connection to the Bay Trail. A pedestrian and bike bridge could further enhance opportunities for connection from San Bruno Mountain and central Brisbane.
Vehicular Access:
While parking and service access is necessary at Sierra Point, with improved bike access and evaluation of necessary capacity, the parking lots may be rightsized, and locations modified. Additionally, with numerous parking garages at Sierra Point integrated with private properties, a parking management strategy could be developed to allow for public use of the garages, for example at night and on weekends.
Water access:
An existing beach at the northwestern edge of Sierra Point, a legacy of the historic shoreline, provides physical access to the water. This resource and water access should be preserved and enhanced. The existing beach also provides opportunity to highlight Native American occupation of the area. Additional opportunities for access to water should be evaluated, with consideration of technical and safety concerns.
Views:
Improvements to Sierra Point open space should maximize opportunities for views to San Bruno Mountain, the Bay and the landscape beyond, including landmarks such as Mount Diablo and Downtown San Francisco.
Watercraft:
The marina will remain an active use space. Opportunities to accommodate or integrate additional watercraft activity at Sierra Point can be evaluated, including a “float-in dock” for visitors, small craft launch, ferry or water taxi if relevant, and programs such as sailing classes.
CONNECTIVITY GOALS
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55 CONNECTIVITY GOALS
Views are a primary feature of
the Sierra Point Open Space
experience.
Many users reported visiting
Sierra Point for activities related
to views – looking out toward
San Francisco and Oakland
from the north edge of the site
and the end of the fishing pier
in particular; looking out across
the marina toward Mount
Diablo in the east; visiting Sierra
Point as a destination to watch
fireworks shows from around
the entire San Francisco Bay.
Recent buildings have modified
view corridors, particularly
in the direction of San Bruno
Mountain. New and proposed
buildings will continue to
change the viewing experience.
IMPROVE BIKE
FACILITIES TO
CENTRAL
BRISBANE
CONSERVE AND
ENHANCE VIEWS
TO SAN BRUNO
MOUNTAIN, BAY &
BEYOND
ENHANCE
ACCESS TO
BEACH &
SHORELINE
COMPLETE BAY
TRAIL + SIERRA
POINT LOOP
CONNECTION
ALONG OPEN SPACE
EXPAND MARINA
SERVICE FOR
FLOAT IN AND
SMALL CRAFT AND
PROGRAMS
POSSIBLE BOARDWALK
CONNECTION
ACCROSS LAGOON
IMPROVE PUBLIC
ACCESS TO
PRIVATELY OWNED
SPACES
IMPROVE BIKE
CONNECTION TO
WATERFRONT &
MARINA
PEDESTRIAN/BIKE
BRIDGE CONNECTION
FROM BAYSHORE BLVD +
SAN BRUNO MOUNTAIN
COMPLETE SAFE
PEDESTRIAN AND BIKE
CONNECTION UNDER
OVERPASS TO SIERRA
POINT
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56 Sierra Point is subject to the impact of sea level rise, in conjunction with severe storm events and tide level fluctuations, including king tides. In its current condition the southeast corner regularly floods, saltwater infiltration kills trees, access and circulation. Recent FEMA flood maps locate much of the easternmost edge of the site in a flood zone.
Existing infrastructure and marina facilities will need to be adapted to changes in sea level and storm events.
Sea level rise:
Sea level rise can be addressed by three strategies: defend, accommodate, retreat. These are hardening of existing conditions, accommodating for infrequent flooding, and retreat moves assets beyond flood conditions. The master plan can study a nuanced combination that mitigates the impact of rising sea level through time.
Access and circulation, infrastructure and use areas will generally need to be hardened or located outside of projected sea level rise areas.
Reshaping the landscape to account for sea level rise can provide opportunities for new ecological typologies and a diverse waterfront experience.
Wind:
Locations & types of of master plan improvements must consider wind, and specifically protection from the wind for successful social space.
Recreational uses will be limited by exposure to the wind. The regular afternoon wind could be leveraged for art installations and kite flying.
Green infrastructure:
The regular afternoon wind could be used for energy generation.
Application of photovoltaic panels on the site can be explored.
Vegetated swales and planted facilities for detention or retention and treatment of stormwater runoff will be integrated in master plan proposals.
Planting:
Planting should be developed as appropriate for San Francisco Bay edge ecological typologies. Planting palettes should consist of climate appropriate and ideally locally-native California species. Planting selections should be used strategically on site: for instance, trees can block wind, and together with expansive understory planting, can trap carbon for the long term. The ground squirrel population will have to be addressed for successful long-term planting.
Climate positive design:
The master plan shall demonstrate commitment to climate positive design with the use of pathfinder software. An online application named Pathfinder guides designers towards a path of being climate positive – sequestering more carbon than their project emits, ultimately making a positive contribution to reversing global warming. Climate positive design analysis will be iterative as the master plan develops.
The master plan should propose a landscape that sequesters the amount of carbon associated with its improvement within 5 years of its construction. Thereafter the landscape can continue to pull carbon from the atmosphere.
STEWARDSHIP & SUSTAINABILITY GOALS
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57 STEWARDSHIP & SUSTAINABILITY GOALS
IMPROVE BIKE
FACILITIES TO
CENTRAL
BRISBANE
INTEGRATE RAIN GARDENS
& GREEN-INFRASTRUCTURE
TO TREAT STORM WATER
RUNOFF
MINIMIZE IMPERMEABLE
PAVING WHEREVER
POSSIBLE
ENHANCE
ACCESS TO
BEACH &
SHORELINE
CONSERVE
AND ENHANCE
EXISTING
PLANTING WITH
NATIVE SPECIES
IMPROVE ECOLOGY
VALUE AND
BIODIVERSITY
EXTEND SAN BRUNO
MOUNTAIN PLANT
SPECIES TO SIERRA POINT
WHERE APPROPRIATE
IMPROVE STRONG
WINDS FOR ENERGY
OR ART
INTRODUCE TREES
TO BLOCK WIND
AND SEQUSTER
CARBON
ENSURE INFRASTRUCTURE,
ACCESS AND CIRCULATION
IS NOT AFFECTED BY SEA
LEVEL RISE
MINIMIZE LAWN
TO SPECIFIC USE
AREAS
ENHANCE
TRANSIT OPTIONS
TO REDUCE NEED
TO DRIVE TO
SIERRA POINT
ENCOURAGE
CONNECTION TO
OYSTER POINT
FERRY
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58 Art is valued in Brisbane and is part of the City’s identity as a place of quirky and creative spirit. An Art Master Plan by the City is underway, and should inform the development of art at Sierra Point.
Art Curation:
While the Arts Master Plan can provide a city-wide curatorial approach and goals for public art within Brisbane, Sierra Point should be considered comprehensively to reinforce its unique place as a city destination, as well as its district landscape attributes.
Art Opportunities:
Public art could be incorporated along Sierra Point Parkway to reinforce Central Brisbane connection to Sierra Point. A potential pedestrian and bike bridge could be a Brisbane landmark designed by an artist.
Landscape Phenomena:
Landscape experiences unique to Sierra Point can be inspiration for art, including the bay and sky views, wind, water and shifting light across the open space.
ART GOALS
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59 ART GOALS
PUBLIC ART COULD BE
INTEGRATED ALONG
SIERRA POINT PARKWAY
GATEWAY ART
OPPORTUNITY AT
OVERPASS
BRISBANE ART
MASTER PLAN
SHOULD CONSIDER
SIERRA POINT
COMPREHENSIVELY AS
AN ART DESTINATION
INTERPRETATION
OPPORTUNITY FOR
NATIVE AMERICAN
COMMUNITY
A LANDMARK PEDESTRIAN
AND BIKE BRIDGE COULD BE
DESIGNED BY ARTIST
ART INSTALLATIONS
CAN ENGAGE THE
ENVIRONMENTAL
PHENOMENA OF THE BAY
EDGE
INTERPRETATION
OPPORTUNITY FOR
BRISBANE AND SIERRA POINT
HISTORY
POTENTIAL
LANDMARK
INSTALLED ON THE
WATERFRONT
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60 Existing program and uses are limited at Sierra Point now. People from Brisbane and neighboring communities regularly walk their dogs, stroll and jog, ride bikes and teach their children how to ride. Some may bird watch, although habitat on shore is limited and the shoreline is not amenable to wading shore birds. The fishing pier is a popular attraction and provides space for fishing as well as opportunities to absorb views of the San Francisco Bay and events such as Fourth of July fireworks shows around the Bay. Many activities are ad hoc and include uses of the open area of parking from car shows to drone and kite flying.
Existing amenities have been depleted in recent years; though BBQ pits are still available, seating that went with the BBQs has been removed.
Available food and beverage is limited to soda machines by a concessionaire, and occasional food service for the public at the yacht club. The private developments on site are accessible for use by the public and include a variety of amenities that would not be duplicated in the waterfront open space.
A Natural Setting:
The wind conditions that limit active recreational opportunities, ambition for a climate positive design that maximizes planting, and an expressed desire on the part of stakeholders for a predominantly natural and peaceful, family friendly setting suggests that active recreation programs are suited to a more pastoral setting. While possible active program can be integrated with the design along with social spaces and trails, the predominant character of the park will be planted open space on the waterfront. Stakeholder desire is for a family friendly environment.
Existing Valued Uses:
The following uses currently occur on site and can readily be integrated into master plan proposals
Resting and connection to nature
Strolling & dog walking
Jogging
Bike riding
Bird watching
Fishing
Kite flying
Picnic and barbecue
Watching regional fireworks displays
Sunset watching
Public toilets
Existing uses that might contradict open space master plan goals include car rally, and drone flying.
New uses for consideration:
Multi-purpose field
Amphitheater
Playground
Retail opportunities:
They can include food trucks and pop-up carts, or additional permanent food and beverage facilities. Stakeholders expressed interest in coffee and pastries at a minimum, and offerings could be expanded to what does not require an on-site kitchen.
Marina uses:
The marina plays a historic and important role at Sierra Point. Full time residents benefit from the landside amenities and would value park improvements, including picnic and barbecue areas and other public amenities. New programs at the marina might include a float-in dock, small craft launch, and sailing classes. As the Bay Area expands its public serving water services a water taxi or ferry landing might be appropriate.
RECREATION GOALS
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61 RECREATION GOALS
IMPROVE BIKE
FACILITIES TO
CENTRAL
BRISBANE
IMPROVE BEACH
AND WATER ACCESS
FOR SWIMMING AND
KAYAL LAUNCH
COMPLETE BAY TRAIL
PEDESTRIAN BIKE
LOOP AROUND SIERRA
POINT
CONNECT TO SAN
BRUNO MOUNTAIN
IMPROVE HABITAT FOR
BIRD WATCHING
MULTI-PURPOSE
LAWN
SKATE PARK/PUMP TRACK
KITE FLYING
GATHERING AND PICNIC/
BBQ AREAS PROTECTED
FROM WIND
INCREASE PUBLIC
ACCESS TO PRIVATE SITE
AMMENITIES
ADVENTURE
PLAYGROUND
INFORMAL
AMPHITHEATER
FOOD AND
BEVERAGE
BAY TRAIL IMPROVEMENT
FOR WALKING, RUNNING,
BIKES AND DOG WALKING
EXPANSIVE PLANTING
FOR CONNECTION TO
NATURE AND PEACEFUL
ENVIRONMENTS
MULTI-PURPOSE PARKING
AREA FOR EVENTS AND
FOOD TRUCKS
ADDITIONAL EXERCISE
EQUIPMENT
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Section 6:
APPENDIX
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63 220920 City Kick-off Meeting Agenda & Notes
Attendees:
City of Brisbane:
Noreen Leek, Parks & Recreation Director
Stuart Schillinger, Assistant City Manager
Randy Breault, Public Works Director
John Swiecki, Community Development Director
Andrew Rehberg, Harbormaster
CMG:
Willett Moss
Yann Guo
Amy McCosh Leonard
1. Introductions
2. Warm Up:
a. Brisbane! (What makes it so special?)
▪Environmental stewardship
▪ San Bruno Mountain & Open Space
▪ Deeply engaged
▪ Outdoor connections
▪ Small town ▪ Ownership & input ▪ Tight community - highly participatory ▪ Like big city amenities while being a small tow n
▪ Pride in distinct qualities
▪ Tension between local vs. development by others
▪ Volunteerism
▪ Internal divisions between different parts of Brisbane – upper bowl vs. lower bowl; central Brisbane vs. the ridge
▪ High status of life-long residents
b.What should Sierra Point Open Space be?
i. Developing the Principles of Sierra Point: "Sierra Point is… " Adaptive
Inviting
Engaging
Carbon-neutral
Diverse & inclusive to visitors
Natural
iii. What should Sierra Point be, framed primariliy through the lenses of values/principles expressed in the RFP: Connectivity, Stewardship & sustainability, Art & recreation
4. Connectivity
o Create a gradient of activity, offering a buffer to the marina o If included, higher-energy uses – “city life” – should be at the back of the transition near the buildings, away from the water/marina edge
o Create connections through the development
o Create connection to central Brisbane o Currently lacking a strong reason/destination to go to Sierra Point -
current connectivity issues means there’s no reason to come through
o Want a destination beyond a place to exercise
o Place for regional events
o Stewardship + Sustainability/resilience
o Want the project to have a 100+ year life o Climate action plan is important to Brisbane’s citizens o The city is at the forefront of environmental initiatives o Want a project that benefits the environment at the highest possible level
2. Art & Recreation
o See Arts Master Plan – has a budget, a committee – will get started next year some time
o Real art program/destination
o The landscape itself should be art o Community itself has been interested in land art lectures o How to create a landscape that in and of itself is full of meaning ?
o See the Garden of Cosmic Speculation
3. Recreation
o Want to maintain a family-friendly marina
o Current development amenities are technically accessible to the public
o Non-motorized boating – ‘Blue Trail’ – sounds good, but possibly not feasible on site because of cost and/or wind concerns? o Open space is resource for development o Could host events like a Farmer’s Market? o Amphitheatre - passive or programmed o Views! o Space to host regional events
4. Other: overall character/relationship to Marina
o Have tried express it as family-friendly; it’s peaceful and quiet as-is by design and would like to preserve that
o Would like a gradual transition of activity from marina (peaceful) to higher energy (edge between buildings & new open space) o Visual blocks between marina and any new, high-energy programming
o Do NOT want a marina that feels like a mini-Embarcadero, or Oxnard or Ventura
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64 o Does not want to be over-programmed or over-full of STUFF for the sake of stuff
5. Other comments & insights
o Marina - 10% live-aboard allowed (but not at that level yet) o Current complaints about the marina as-is – no stuff, no bar, no restaurant
o Tension between current tenants of Sierra Point – community/city wants to keep the campuses open, while biotech wants things closed
o Council’s perspective – the park at Sierra Point will add value to the biotech companies, and keeping the buildings at high-occupancy will create revenue for the city
o Currently striving for a reciprocity with the occupants/businesses at Sierra Point, but not always achieving that
o Not sure that a second Farmer’s Market out here would be supported enough
o Wind on site is also a challenge – added issue for hosting a farmer’s market
o Marina is a functioning business and ideally is self-supporting
3. Project Overview
a. Goals:
i. Open Space and Parks Master Plan to guide future open space improvement:
1. Enhance the natural environment
2. Support cultural and social life outdoors
3. Provide connection to the bay and nature
b. Deliverables:
i. Master Plan Report
1. Illustrative Plan
2. Landscape system diagrams + narratives
3. Implementation plan--pricing and phasing
c. Schedule:
i. September 2022 - February 2023
4. Discussion--Constraints and Opportunities
a. New Development
b. Access and Circulation
c. Yacht Club & Marina
d. BCDC relationship
e. Stormwater
f. Program
5. Site Walk--Planning Area
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65 220926 City Kick-off Meeting Agenda & Notes
Attendees:
City staff
• Clay Holstine, City Manager
• Noreen Leek, Parks & Recreation Director
• Angel Ibarra, Admin Management Analyst, City
Manager’s Office
Sierra Point Parkway and Open Space Sub-committee
• Cliff Lentz – Mayor Pro Tempore/Councilmember
• Terry O’Connell – Councilmember
• Trudi Davis – Parks & Recreation Commission
• Barbara Ebel – Open Space and Ecology Committee
• Camille Salmon – Public Art Advisory Committee
• Mangesh Kolhatkar – Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accountability (IDEA) Committee
CMG:
• Willett Moss
• Yann Guo
• Amy McCosh Leonard
1. Warm Up:
a. Brisbane! (What makes it so special)
2. Discussion: What should Sierra Point Open Space be?
Experience & Project Advocates Interests:
i.Identity
i. Local destination - Brisbane residents and SP workers ii. Regional destination - Brisbane, SF and South SF resource and attraction ii.Connectivity
i. Access to Sierra Point
ii. Universal Access
iii. Access to the Bay
iii.Stewardship + Sustainability
i. Ecology
ii. Sea-level rise
iii. Active mobility + health
iv.Art & Recreation
i. Types of art
ii. Passive recreational program
iii. Active Recreational program
iv. Commercial/revenue generating program
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66 221001 Brisbane Day in the Park event
Collated & transcribed notes from community engagement boards & other day-of notes.
A. Character statements: "Sierra Point is… "
1) Nature-based value statements
Look and feel natural
No more buildings in Sierra Point!
Green
Down-to-earth
Practicality and beauty
Wild & free
2) Energy-level value statements
Mellow
Relaxing
Peaceful
Vibrant
Amazing
Destination
Crowning glory
3) Connection value statements
Connected
Embracing
Enticing
Welcoming
People + pet friendly
4) Character value statements
Diverse recreation invitations
Diverse
Unique to ‘Bane
Quirky
Really fun!
Playful and fun
B. Programming – “"What future uses & experiences at Sierra Point are most important to you?"
1. Connectivity
Biking side trail
Connect trails, biking to SP
Maintain mountain views of San Bruno
Dedicated bike paths without overlap with pedestrians
Walking path/connection to explore San Bruno trails
Dedicated bike path from center
Increase bike trails
Increase bike connections
Keep some parking for driving access
Better bike connections
Connections to central ‘Bane
Make a loop!
Connect existing loop of trail to Brisbane for pedestrians Increase bike/ped safety
Keep some surface parking
Green connections
More ferry terminals and routes
Connection to Oyster Point for ferry access
Connection from San Bruno trails to Sierra Point
Protected bike lanes
Safe connections
Parking for boaters
2. Recreation
Get in water!
Playground
Dog park
Protected cove - swimming
Small gravel beach
Get in the water
Small boat launch
Pool?
Picnic areas
Family-friendly
Water-front restaurant
Bike access
Children-friendly
Themed-restaurant
Dog-friendly
Restaurant or cafe
Flexible spaces open to interpretation
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67 Space for family-gathering
Space for kids
Small shops
Brunch space for family & friends
Dog-walking space
Cafe by the water
Protected areas from wind
Yoga retreat location
Playspace
Waterslides
Concert venue
Picnic areas
Horseshoe
Bocce
Good cafe
Adventure play
Zipline or ropescorse
More biking infrastructure
Picnic
Skatepark or pumptrack
Pool
Swimming in bay
Maze
Public space
Outdoor exercise equipment
Child-friendly
Kids access to water
Food trucks
Parking spot for food trucks
Destination food program
Keep quiet
Peaceful place for tranquility
Affordable community restaurant
NICE restaurant
Food truck spots
Cafe
Bike connectivity
Concessions to draw people
Decent restaurant
Good coffee & pastry
Affordable food & drinks
Cafe
Kayak launch
Get into the water
Waterfront connection to bay & boats
Small craft launch
Kid’s sailing or boating activities
Kite-flying
Nicer dog park that downtown Brisbane option
As much open space as possible
Beach access?
Unprogrammed or flexible spaces
Walk along water (daily use)
Seating for picnics
Yoga spot
3. Sustainability & stewardship
Less hardscape/surface parking
Net zero
Ecology
Native CA plants that are site-appropriate
Sequester CO2
Wetland rebuilt
Wetlands
Historic ecology - show what the land should look like if it were natural High tide treatment in the afternoon
More native plants around waterfront
Sustainability
Soils & gas underneath (?)
Trees on site
Native plants - coast live oaks; arroyo willows; toyon; manzanita Native plants & resources for pollinators
Maximize biodiversity
Pollinator garden
Meet Brisbane’s climate emergency of 60% drawn down commitment Resilient landscape
More greenery & trees
Green infrastructure
Respond to climate change
4. Art
Beautiful stonework
Art walls - e.g. Wynward
How do we avoid Lowes?
Kinetic art wind energy generation landmark
Site specific wind art
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As few buildings as possible
Businesses that benefit Brisbane
Express/leverage waterfront location
Yacht club event based - can they support more public pop-ups? Keep clean & cared-for
C. Current uses of Sierra Point:
1) “What do you like most about Sierra Point right now?” Biking
Running
Access to Oyster Point for ferry service
Great place to ride bikes - flat
Amazing views
Kite flying
Community
Great place to meditate
Cycle-cross at open lot
Remote planes & drones
Car shows
Place for daily walks
Visual connection to the Bay
Visual connection to Mount Diablo
Seeing the mountain!
Easy access to the marina/boating from Brisbane
Diversity of scenery within Sierra Point landscape
Views!
Great walking
Friendly people
Learned to drive in the parking lots here
Regatta event
Picnics with friends on slopes of marina
Commuting through Sierra Point to ferry at Oyster Point Opportunity for family connections/events/get-togethers Respite of Sierra Point open space during pandemic was critical 2) Other comments/issues
Bike death nearby
Biking on Sierra Point Parkway feels exposed
Wetlands Open Space Improvement Plans
High speed rail
Does additional development at Sierra Point trigger Public Art per ordinance? Ground squirrels will destroy any project
Ground squirrels + landfill issues
Car shows used to happen here
Yacht club wants to expand building and programming offerings, especially for younger kids Pickleweed present in marshy channel along 101 - habitat for federally protected Harvest Mouse & California Clapper rail (Ridgeway’s rail)
Too many buildings as-is!
Keep the yacht club for boaters, not a social club
Amenities offered by office buildings are hard to access Pickleball court never has a net up
Activities offered by yacht club are not widely known - Sunday brunch option for non-members BBQ areas no longer have seats or chairs to use
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