By a 5/0/0/2 (Absent: Commissioner Diane Proulx and Commissioner William Fowler) vote, the Traffic & Mobility Commission recommended that a special Traffic & Mobility Commission meeting shall be convened on Aug. 18, 2022, to review the results of the traffic impact analysis and alternatives analysis.
4. UPDATE ON TAMARACK AVENUE AND VALLEY STREET PEDESTRIAN SIGNAL PROJECT – By a 5/0/0/2 (Absent: Commissioner Diane Proulx and Commissioner William Fowler) vote, the Traffic & Mobility Commission made a recommendation to staff to request the City Council to expedite a traffic calming program at Tamarack Avenue from Skyline Drive to Adams Street and to address the resident’s concerns on the newly installed Bulb-Outs at the intersection of Tamarack Avenue and Valley Street.
5. TRAFFIC AND MOBILITY COMMISSION FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 WORKPLAN – By a 5/0/0/2 (Absent: Commissioner Diane Proulx and Commissioner William Fowler) vote, the T raffic & Mobility Commission approved the FY 2022-23 Traffic & Mobility Commission Work Plan and nominated Chair Brandon Perez to represent the commission at the City Council meeting on Aug. 16, 2022.
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Celia Brewer, City Attorney
Geoff Patnoe, Assistant City Manager
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Gary Barberio, Deputy City Manager, Community Services
Laura Rocha, Deputy City Manager, Administrative Services Mickey Williams, Police Chief
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Jason Geldert, Engineering Manager
Tom Frank, Transportation Director/City Engineer
John Kim, City Traffic Engineer
Hossein Ajideh, Engineering Manager
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To: Honorable Mayor Hall and Members of the City Council From: Nathan Schmidt, Transportation Planning & Mobility Manager Re: Summary of Traffic & Mobility Commission Meeting of Aug. 18, 2022 APPROV
AL OF MINUTES: By a 5/0/1/1 (Absent: Commissioner Edward Newlands; Abstain:
Commissioner Diane Proulx) vote, the Traffic and Mobility Commission approved the minutes of July 5, 2022, meeting as amended.
Motion by Commissioner Proulx, seconded by Commissioner Penseyres to approve Consent Item Nos. 1 through 3. Motion carried: 6/0/0/1 (Absent: Commissioner Edward Newlands)
1. AVENIDA ENCINAS COASTAL RAIL TRAIL AND PEDESTRIAN IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT - FINAL DRAFT – The Traffic & Mobility Commission supported staff’s recommendation to implement the improvement plans for Segment 2 of the Avenida Encinas Coastal Rail Trail and Pedestrian Improvements, Capital Improvement Program Project No. 6004.
2. INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS AT MELROSE DRIVE AND PALOMAR AIRPORT ROAD –The Traffic & Mobility Commission supported staff’s recommendation to approve the plans and specifications of the intersection improvements at Melrose Drive and Palomar Airport Road, Capital Improvement Project No. 6034.
3. REVISE PRIMA FACIE SPEED LIMITS FOR GATEWAY ROAD AND CADENCIA STREET - The Traffic & Mobility Commission supported staff’s recommendation to City Council to revise prima facie speed limits on:
a) Gateway Road between El Camino Real and El Fuerte Street, from 40 miles per hour to 35 miles per hour
b) Cadencia Street from Del Rey Avenue to 0.15 mile north of Piragua Street, from 40 miles per hour to 35 miles per hour
4. AMEND THE CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING SECTION 10.40.302 TO RESTRICT OVERNIGHT PARKING ON SURFSIDE LANE AND ISLAND WAY - By a 5/0/1/1 (Absent:
Commissioner Edward Newlands; Abstain: Commissioner Diane Proulx) vote, the Traffic & Mobility Commission supported staff’s recommendation to City Council to introduce an ordinance amending the Carlsbad Municipal Code by adding Section 10.40.302 to restrict overnight parking from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. on both sides of Surfside Lane, north of Island Way and both sides of Island Way, east of Carlsbad Boulevard.
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5. POLICE REPORT REGARDING TRAFFIC & MOBILITY-RELATED MATTERS DURING THE MONTH OF JULY 2022 – Received the report on Traffic & Mobility related matters during the month of July 2022.
6. UPDATE ON THE SOUTH CARLSBAD BOULEVARD CLIMATE ADAPTATION PROJECT – Received an update on the traffic impact analysis and roadway design options studies for the grant- funded South Carlsbad Boulevard Climate Adaptation Project.
TRAFFIC & MOBILITY COMMISSION COMMENTS:
By a 5/1/0/1 (No: Commissioner Diane Proulx; Absent: Commissioner Edward Newlands) vote, the Traffic & Mobility Commission requested staff to agendize a staff report presenting solutions to expedite projects.
By a 6/0/0/1 (Absent: Commissioner Edward Newlands) vote, the Traffic & Mobility Commission requested staff to agendize an update on
Valley Street and Magnolia Avenue Complete Streets
Project, Capital Improvement Projects Nos. 3904 and 6019
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Cindie McMahon, City Attorney
Geoff Patnoe, Assistant City Manager
Paz Gomez, Deputy City Manager, Public Works
Gary Barberio, Deputy City Manager, Community Services
Laura Rocha, Deputy City Manager, Administrative Services Mickey Williams, Police Chief
Robby Contreras, Assistant City Attorney
Jeff Murphy, Community Development Director
Jason Geldert, Engineering Manager
Tom Frank, Transportation Director/City Engineer
John Kim, City Traffic Engineer
Hossein Ajideh, Engineering Manager
Sheila Cobian, Legislative and Constituent Services Director Faviola Medina, City Clerk Services Manager
Jason Jackowski, Lieutenant, Police Department
Scott Meritt, Sergeant, Police Department
Nikki Matosian, Communication & Engagement
James Wood. Environmental Sustainability Director
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Minutes of: PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
Time of Meeting: 5:30 P.M.
Date of Meeting: July 18, 2022
Place of Meeting: Council Chamber
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Luna called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Chair Luna, Commissioners Thorp, Allemann, Steketee and Winston
Absent: Vice Chair Martinez and Commissioner Sebahar
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ANNOUNCEMENTS
None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
ACTION: On motion by Commissioner Thorp and a second by Commissioner Steketee, the minutes of the May 16, 2022, Parks & Recreation Commission meeting were approved.
AYES: Chair Luna, Commissioners Thorp, Steketee and Winston NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Commissioner Allemann
ABSENT: Vice Chair Martinez and Commissioner Sebahar
PRESENTATIONS
None
CONSENT CALENDAR:
None
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS
1. UPDATE ON SOUTH CARLSBAD COASTLINE PROJECT AND SOUTH CARLSBAD CLIMATE ADAPTA-
TION PROJECT
Senior Program Manager Katie Hentrich presented background information on the project’s goals, grant funding, and scope of work as well as highlighting work to date. Ms. Hentrich stated that pro- ject area includes South Carlsbad Boulevard from approximately Manzano Drive to 400 feet south of Island Way. It is important to note that the climate adaptation project only focuses on this one-mile stretch.
Transportation Director Tom Frank presented a report of existing conditions with the average vehic- ular, bicycle and pedestrian counts. Mr. Frank explained the city’s General Plan, approved in 2015, gave south Carlsbad Boulevard a new designation as a coastal street. Mr. Frank explained there are Exhibit 9
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three options with a focus on moving the roadway to adapt to climate change. The report will not include recreation opportunities, public access and parking area designs at this time.
Mr. Frank asked that the Commission receive this report from staff regarding the Preliminary Con- ceptual Design of the South Carlsbad Climate Adaptation Project and the results of the public out- reach effort and receive comments.
Chair Luna mentioned the grant is just for feasibility then asked if with future costs involved, will this need to go to a vote for funds?
Mr. Frank explained this is a feasibility study and staff is hoping to get a 30 percent approval to the City Council for preliminary conceptual design. He further explained that depending on how the pro- ject is ultimately funded would determine whether the item goes to a public vote.
Commissioner Winston mentioned this is an exciting project and understands staff is not prepared to discuss at this time, parking conflicts, bicyclists and pedestrians.
Mr. Frank appreciated the comments and asked that Commissioner Winston track the project to provide as many comments as possible as staff and consultants further the design.
Commissioner Steketee is excited about the project and is one of the pedestrians that encounters the cyclists. Ms. Steketee asked why option three is more adaptable to sea level rise? Mr. Frank explained option three is best because the roundabout (in Option 2) is encroaching upon the coastal hazard zone. Option two is listed as best for pedestrian crossings as it provides speed management.
2. ADO
PT PARKS & RECREATION MEETING CALENDAR
Parks & Recreation Director Kyle Lancaster provided a brief overview of the calendar. The commis- sion typically meets on the third Monday of the month, except for two months when there is a na- tional holiday on the third Monday, in January and in February, when the meeting will shift to the fourth Monday. Mr. Lancaster mentioned the Commission has in recent years observed a dark month in December and August.
ACTION: On motion by Commissioner Thorp and a second by Commissioner Winston to accept the Calendar for FY 22/23
AYES: Chair Luna, Commissioners Thorp, Allemann, Steketee and Winston NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Vice Chair Martinez and Commissioner Sebahar
3. DE PA
RTMENT REPORT
Parks & Recreation Director Kyle Lancaster introduced the promoted Recreation Services Manager Mick Calarco, and the new Parks Services Manager Todd Reese , and requested they each say a few words.
Recreation Services Manager Mick Calarco mentioned he has worked for the City of Carlsbad for al- most 20 years. Hired initially to work at Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, Mr. Calarco is excited for this opportunity to continue to serve the residents of the City of Carlsbad.
Parks Services Manager Todd Reese stated that based on his impressions of the community and the staff, the city is a special and unique place. Mr. Reese knows the staff is committed, dedicated and is pleased to be part of Team Carlsbad.
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Recreation Services Manager revealed that July is National Parks & Recreation month and shared sev- eral Instagram videos from the P arks & Recreation Department’s temporary take-over of the city’s social media.
Mr. Calarco gave an update on the Parks & Recreation Department Master Plan, explaining staff and consultant are almost at the end of the public input portion of this task. The last task to be done is the statistically reliable survey, and a draft master plan is due in late fall.
Mr. Calarco mentioned the upcoming events from the Parks & Recreation Department:
• Aloha Plunge Saturday, July 23, from 5-8 p.m. Alga Norte Aquatic Center • Leo Carrillo Ranch Film Festival:
• Friday, Aug. 19, Flirting with Fate
• Friday, Aug. 26, The Arizona Wildcat
• Friday, Sept. 2, The Princess Bride “A movie Leo would love.” • Movie starts at sunset each night
• Family Movie Night Saturday, Sept. 10, 5 p.m., UP., Stagecoach Community Park. Movie starts at sunset.
Parks & Recreation Director Kyle Lancaster gave an update on current park projects:
• Poinsettia Park Phase IV Dog Park, parking lot and restroom facility – the project is now nearly complete, with the dog park’s natural turf becoming established. A ribbon-cutting ceremony for the opening of the dog park, parking lot and restroom is scheduled for July 27, 2022, at 2:30 p.m.
• Veteran’s Memorial Park – staff has reached a major milestone in planning for, and timing of, the project. Acreage has been adjusted to 93.7 acres in total, with 54.88 acres for open space and 38.22 acres as developed park land. Staff will take the final Veterans Memorial Park Mas- ter Plan to the City Council on July 26, 2022, for adoption.
Mr. Lancaster mentioned recent trail events that have been completed:
• On May 18, 2022, eight dedicated volunteers met staff at th e Robertson Ranch Trail for a midweek cleanup event. On June 6, 2022, 47 people came out at Hosp Grove to Celebrate National Trails Day.
Chair Luna asked about the art rendering for Veterans Memorial Park and would like to see an oppor- tunity to reach ou t to veteran artist s. Does the city have anything that gives preference to veteran owned businesses or artists?
Mr. Lancaster said the memorial plaza is not part of the public art area. Public art will be subject to a Library & Cultural Arts Department request for proposals process. Veterans are encouraged to submit; however, there is not a designated preference. The Library & Cultural Arts Department is part of the same branch within the city as the Parks & Recreation Department, under Community Services. Staff has a branch meeting tomorrow and will relay Chair Luna’s inquiry.
Commissioner Winston expressed his excitement of the Veterans Memorial Park project. The com- missioner congratulated and welcomed Mick Calarco and Todd Reese in their new positions.
Commissioner Allemann voiced her excitement at the videos and the take over of social media for National Parks & Recreation Month.
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MITTEE/CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
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AGENDA ITEMS FOR FUTURE COMMISSION MEETING
Park tour discussion
ADJOURNMENT: Adjourned at 6:45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Charlene Buckalew
Minutes clerk
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Community Development Department
Planning Division
1635 Faraday Avenue Carlsbad, CA 92008 442-339-2600 760-602-8560 fax Memorandum
August 24,
2022
To: Mayor Hall and Council Members
From: City Planner
Re: Summary of Planning Commission Meeting of August 17, 2022 APPROVAL OF MINUTES: By a 4/1/2 vote (Commissioner Lafferty abstained and Commissioner s Stine and Sabellico absent), the Planning Commission approved as amended the minutes of the July 20 , 2022 Planning Commission meeting.
Commissioner Sabellico arrived at 5:12 p.m.
1. UPDATE ON SOUTH CARLSBAD BOULEVARD COASTLINE PROJECT AND SOUTH CARLSBAD BOULEVARD CLIMATE ADAPTATION PROJECT – T he Planning Commission received a staff presentation and informational report on the South Carlsbad Boulevard Coastline Project. This project is located within the appeal area and the decision may be appealed to the California Coastal Commission.
2. GPA 2021 -0004/ZC 2021-0003/CT 2021 -0001/PUD 2021 -0004/PUD 2022 -0002/SDP 2021 -0014 (DEV2020-0116) – JEFFERSON MIXED -USE – By a 5/0/2 vote (Commissioner Stine absent and Commissioner Meenes recused ), the Planning Commission approved a recommendation of 1) approval of a General Plan Amendment and Zone Change to modify of the land use designation of one parcel totaling 0.16 acres (APN: 203 -201-01-00) from a R -15 Residential (8 – 15 du/ac) General Plan land use designation to R -15/O Residential/Office (8 – 15 du/ac), and to change the zoning from Residential Density -Multiple Zone (RD – M) to Residential Professional - Qualified Developmen t Overlay (R-P- Q); and 2) approval of a Tentative Tract Map, Planned Development Permit, Non- Residential Planned Development Permit, and a Site Development Plan to construct four residential air-space condominium units and a detached, approximately 897 -square-foot office building located at 2770 and 2754 Jefferson Street within Local Facilities Management Zone 1. The potential environmental effects of the project were adequately analyzed by a previously certified Environmental Impact Report (EIR) and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) for the Comprehensive General Plan Update (EIR 13 -02) and an Addendum to the Final EIR was prepared pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15164 because only minor changes and additions to the Final EIR are necessary to address the project changes and no circumstances exist calling for the preparation of a subsequent or supplemental EIR pursuant to CEQA Guidelines sections 15162 and 15163.
3. CDP 2021 -0029 (DEV2021 -0114) – APPLEBY RESIDENCE - By a 6/0/1 vote (Commissioner Stine absent), the Planning Commission approved a Coastal Development Permit to allow for the construction of a new 2,328 -square-foot single family residence with an attached 704 -square-foot three car garage within the Mello II Segment of the city’s Local Coastal Program located on a vacant lot located adjacent to 1644 Tamarack Avenue (APN 207 -120-68-00) within Local Facilities Management Zone 1. The project site is not within the appealable area of the California Coastal Commission. The city planner has determined that the project belongs to a class of projects that the Exhibit 10
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State Secretary for Resources has found do not have a significant impact on the environment, and it is therefore categorically exempt from the requirement for the preparation of environmental documents pursuant to New Construction of Small Structures – Section 15303(a) of the state CEQA Guidelines.
4. CDP 2021-0021 (DEV2021-0082) – CAMPBELL RESIDENCE - By a 6/0/1 vote (Commissioner Stine absent), the Planning Commission approved a Coastal Development Permit to allow for the addition and remod el of an existing single -family residence within the West Batiquitos/Sammis Properties Segment of the city’s Local Coastal Program located at 501 Stern Way within Local Facilities Management Zone 9. The project site is within the appealable area of the California Coastal Commission. The City Planner has determined that the project belongs to a class of projects that the State Secretary for Resources has found do not have a significant impact on the environment, and it is therefore categorically exempt from the requirement for the preparation of environmental documents pursuant to Section 15301(e) for additions to a single-family residence of the state CEQA Guidelines.
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Memorandum
August 22, 2022
To: Mayor Hall
Mayor Pro Tem Blackburn
Council Members Acosta, Norby and Bhat-Patel
From: Adriana Alvarez, Senior Office Specialist
Via: Michael Tully, Parks Planner
Re: SUMMARY OF AUGUST 18, 2022 BEACH PRESERVATION COMMISSION
SPECIAL MEETING
ROLL CALL
Present: Chair Steindlberger, Vice Chair Colby, Commissioners Woolsey, Stark, Corrigan, and Shotas
Absent: Commissioner Ingersoll
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
By proper motion, the minutes of the Nov. 9, 2021 Beach Preservation Commission meeting were approved.
ACTION: Approved 3-0-3-1
By proper motion, the minutes of the Jan. 4, 2022 Beach Preservation Commission meeting were approved.
ACTION: Approved 4-0-2-1
The approval of the minutes for the meeting of Apr. 14, 2022 were postponed due to a lack of a quorum of Commissioners who were present at that meeting.
PRESENTATIONS
Introduction of new Commissioner Kevin Shotas
CONSENT CALENDAR
None
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
1. SR # 0818-1 ELECTION OF OFFICERS FOR FISCAL YEARS 2022-23 THROUGH 2023-24 The Commission nominated and elected a Chair and a Vice Chair.
A nomination for Vice Chair Steindlberger to serve as Chair was received and accepted.
ACTION: Approved 6-0-0-1
A nomination for Commissioner Colby to serve as Vice Chair was received and accepted.
ACTION: Approved 6-0-0-1
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2. SR # 0818-2 UPDATE ON SOUTH CARLSBAD COASTLINE PROJECT AND SOUTH CARLSBAD
BOULEVARD CLIMATE ADAPTATION PROJECT
Transportation Director/City Engineer Tom Frank and Senior Program Manager Katie Hentrich presented an update on the South Carlsbad Coastline Project and grant-funded South Carlsbad Boulevard Climate Adaptation Project. Staff is working on a grant-funded project focused on ways to maximize the roadway’s resiliency to coastal flooding and cliff erosion in a one-mile stretch, from Manzano Drive to Island Way.
Public Comment
Minute motion approved to allow a public comment to be heard, although slip was submitted late.
Mitch Silverstein of the Surfrider Foundation spoke in support of the project.
3. SR # 0818-3 ADOPTION OF MEETING CALENDAR FOR FISCAL YEARS 2022-23 THROUGH 2023-24 The Commission reviewed and adopted meeting calendar for fiscal years 2022-23 through 2023-24.
ACTION: Approved 6-0-0-1
4. SR # 0818-4 NORTH BEACH CLEAN-UP EVENT
The Commission discussed and agreed to hold a beach cleanup event on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., along the city controlled north beach, from Pine Avenue to Rue Des Chateaux.
ACTION: Approved 6-0-0-1
5. SR # 0818-5 TRI-ANNUAL REPORT OUT ON WORK PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR Parks Planner Michael Tully reported out on the progress related to the goals and tasks of the Beach Preservation Commission’s work plan for fiscal year 2021-22. The Commission had the opportunity to participate in the report out.
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Geoff Patnoe, Assistant City Manager
Gary Barberio, Deputy City Manager, Community Services
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Tammy Cloud-McMinn
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Carlsbad City Council
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Carlsbad, CA 92008
Subject: Support for South Carlsbad Coastline Project Option Two Dear Mayor Hall and Members of the City Council
I am writing to express my strong support for the South Carlsbad Coastline Project , and to strongly recommend that the City Council select Option Two for the design of the new roadway. This design- a conversion of the current four lane divided highway to a two-lane traffic-calmed street with roundabouts , bike lanes, and a parallel multi-use path- successfully accommodates the needs of all road users, and will provide a safer, more enjoyable experience of this beautiful stretch of the Coast Highway for everyone.
Considering Carlsbad's current state of emergency around bike safety, it is highly recommended the City of Carlsbad move forward with Option Two as the safest design alternative, and the only option that would demonstrate an urgent commitment to bicycle safety.
We thank Carlsbad city staff for putting together such a well-thought out proposal and strongly encourage the City Council to direct staff to complete the design of this project using Option Two. If Carlsbad is serious about treating bike safety as an emergency, Option Two is the only justifiable design option.
Thank you for taking our recommendations into consideration.
Sincerely,
Nicole Burgess
Bike commuter and advocate for safe streets.
Tammy Cloud-McMinn
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Subject: FW: Comments regarding South Carlsbad Boulevard Project From: Robert Pritchard <[email protected]>
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To: Keith Blackburn <[email protected]>
Cc: Council Internet Email <[email protected]> Subject: Comments regarding South Carlsbad Boulevard Project Mr. Blackburn:
Thank you for serving. As the Council considers the options for the South Carlsbad Boulevard project. Please take into consideration real world occurrences on the stretch from Tamarack Blvd, past Cannon leading past Palomar Airport Road · to Island Way.
1. Motorcycles in addition to thee-bikes utilize the current bike "area/lane" utilized by pedestrians, strollers and non-ebikes. In the current three options there is a buffer between vehicle lanes and bike lanes but there is no protection from the Motorcycles utilizing the bike lanes.
2. The parking of oversized vehicles including campers, day trailers, toy trailers extending into space beyond designated parking area interfere and encroach on pedestrian and bike traffic. Often, they are adding noise issues by running gas generators to generate electricity, this area should not be the equivalent of a camp site but for regular parking not all-day glam camping. Please move to the sand and get off the street. If you keep the existing parking between Palomar Airport Road and South Carlsbad Boulevard limit this area to standard sized vehicles, no campers, toy trailers, etc. please.
3. Reduced car noise is specified, please extend this to parking noise and motorcycle noise. Please no overnight parking or late-night parking. Please consider limiting parking to a specified time. At the Palomar Airport parking area mentioned above there has been on occasion a band set up to play .... please consider noise restrictions for local residence protection.
Bob Pritchard
5098 Shore Drive
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Additional comment regarding South Carlsbad Boulevard at Cannon. Bikes on a regular basis do not stop at Cannon - Carlsbad Boulevard when there is a red light. Cyclist failure to stop for the red light makes for a very dangerous turn for both cyclists and drivers at Shore Drive. Please request better police enforcement for this area.
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My name is Carol Scurlock. I am a long time owner and resident at 5370 Carlsbad Blvd, three properties north of Cerezo.
Many months ago, the Council voted 5-0 to NOT have a roundabout at Cerezo and the Blvd. The Council and City staff had multiple meetings with Blvd residents who have to back out onto the roadway, and they realized the great danger of oncoming vehicles- autos and bikes. Hence, we still have the signal at Cerezo that stops traffic so we can back out safely.
Options 2 and 3 have a roundabout at Manzano. We must have an understanding that the traffic light at Cerezo will remain if either Option is chosen.
Mayor Hall - When you came to one -of the many resident meetings at our home, you drove up the driveway, got out of the car and immediately said, "If there is a roundabout here, HOW will you EVER get out of the driveway" And that's what was needed to be seen.
Many times the only way for residents at 40+ homes who must back out, is to have signals to stop traffic Roundabouts do NOT STOP traffic.
Please do not allow staff to develop an Option for a roundabout at Cerezo and always remember that safety is most important.
I would welcome your input/comments. Thank you
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There are two important mobility related items that are in line with your messaging to the City to improving conditions for all users of the roads in Carlsbad.
Please see items 6 and Item no 12 here. Your verbal or written comments on.subjects are always welcome. The process for submitting either written or verbal comments is explained the referenced agenda.
We welcome your interest and involvement in the city's legislative process. This agenda includes information about topics· coming before the City Council and the action recommended by city staff. You can read about each topic in the staff reports, which are available on the city website and in the Office of the City Clerk_. The City Clerk is also available to answer any questions you have about City Council meeting procedures. I have copied Tammy Cloud- McMinn, Senior 1 Deputy City Clerk, on this email to answer any questions you may have regarding submitting written comments on 1 agenda items.
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Hello,
1 I'm writing to address Carlsbad's traffic and mobility council. My name is Bob Embree. I'm a 36 year resident of Carlsbad and have worked as a firefighter paramedic for Orange County Fire Authority for the past ten years. As many ' of you know, my wife Christine was struck and eventually killed by a speeding motorist who ran the stop sign in a residential neighborhood adjacent to Carlsbad High School.
I am writing to support Tom Frank as well as the emergency declaration ratified by council last Tuesday to address biker , and pedestrian safety as well as rates and speeds of motorists throughout our city. Bullet 8 in the emergency declaration clearly states that, increased fatalities are directly related to excessive speeds, impaired or distracted driving or other reckless behavior by motorists . I hope you stand behind council, the city manager, the city engineer and Tom who hope to fast track street scape projects that will force drivers to slow down and reengage with the road:
(speed bumps and traffic circles).
For those who oppose these changes, and don't want to see Carlsbad change I understand . But unfortunately development has been a constant in our city since I was a young boy. Open land seems to be a thing of the past. With more and more people calling Carlsbad home we must take pedestrian, cyclist and automobile safety seriously. We must adapt to our current population and culture displayed by drivers on the roads. . I
For those who oppose, I would also like you to take my family into consideration. The immense amount of suffering and pain we have all endured due to a motorist not adhering to the rules of the road. My wife Christine, was simply on a bike ride home from the park when her life changed forever. She suffered the way we would expect a soldier fighting overseas to suffer . She was conscious for over an hour answering questions with 12 broken ribs, two punctured lungs, a massive hemothorax, and every vital organ in her abdomen lacerated and pulverized. Two trauma surgeons with a combined 70 years experience said it was the worst trauma they had ever seen on a human body. No person deserves to endure that type of pain. Then there is the pain of my daughter who will grow up without a mom. And finally myself losing my best friend and the person I look forward to growing old with. I think it's OK for moto r vehicle operators to be slightly inconvenienced in order to prevent this type of suffering.
Thank you for your time, and I know you will do what's right, and what's best for the citizens of Carlsbad . 1 Bob Embree
1 On Mon, Aug 29, 2022 at 10:19 AM Tom Frank <[email protected]> wrote :
Hi Bob,
Thanks for the conversations regarding mobility and your submitted petition. I think we have a good plan going forward that we will share with you shortly. As we discussed~ I did address the 3 phased approach which I explained to City Council on July 26 during Semiannual Transportation Report and subsequently with Tim Morgan in phone conversation . You can hear the City Council questions and my response to CM Bhat- Patel here, and then CM Norby here.
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Regarding tomorrow night's City Council meeting agenda, there were two mobility related items but I just heard item no 1 may get pulled from the agenda. So the remaining item would be item no. 12 and you can find the staff report for that item here. There is a pull down menu in the pdf when you open the document and you can go to Item No. 12 and review the staff report. You can also find it starting on page 237 /273 Thanks again for your support and please call me if you have any questions or need any additional information.
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I'd like to submit the attached letter as public comment for Item 12 of tomorrow's Carlsbad City Council meeting, on behalf of the San Diego County Bicycle Coalition. Please let me know if there is anything else I should do to submit this letter into the record.
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Will Rhatigan
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Carlsbad City Council
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Subject: Support for South Carlsbad Coastline Project Option 2 Dear Mayor Hall and Members of the City Council
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The San Diego County Bicycle Coalition advocates for and protects the rights of all people who ride bicycles. Since 1987, our organization has acted as the voice for bicyclists across the San Diego region and has advocated for safer streets and hundreds of miles of bike paths, lanes , and trails. We actively conduct educational programs, promote awareness of bicyclists and bicycling issues , review infrastructure improvements, and act as a liaison between bicyclists and government officials.
We are writing to express our enthusiastic support for the South Carlsbad Coastline Project, and to strongly recommend that the City Council select Option 2 for the design of the new roadway.
This design- a conversion of the current four lane divided highway to a two-lane traffic-calmed street with roundabouts, bike lanes, and a parallel multi-use path- successfully accommodates the needs of all road users, and will provide a safer, more enjoyable experience of this beautiful stretch of the Coast Highway for everyone.
Over the last decade, Carlsbad Boulevard has been the most dangerous roadway in Carlsbad for cyclists, and we believe choosing the safest design option for this stretch of roadway must be a priority for the city. From 2012 to 2021, 56 bicyclists and 14 pedestrians were injured in crashes along Carlsbad Boulevard . Considering Carlsbad's current state of emergency around bike safety, we strongly believe that Option 2 is the safest design alternative, and the only option that would demonstrate an urgent commitment to bicycle safety.
Safety Benefits of Bike Facilities
The San Diego County Bicycle Coalition would like to highlight what an enormous safety upgrade the proposed multi-use path with parallel Class II bike lanes would be for all roadway users.
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Several studies comparing injury rates on various types of bicycle infrastructure have found separated bikeways to be the safest option by a significant margin. An influential 2012 study in Toronto and Vancouver compared details from 2,335 cycling crashes that resulted in hospitalization, and found that cycle tracks carried one-ninth the risk of injury compared to roadways with no bike facilities. Similar studies in Belgium, The Netherlands, and Denmark have confirmed this finding, all confirming that cycletracks offer significant safety benefits over other types of bicycle infrastructure. While no parallel safety studies exist for off-street multi-use paths like the facility proposed for the Carlsbad Coast , the total lack of conflicts with traffic would almost certainly lead to an even greater reduction in injuries than found in this study.
Even the striped bike lanes that this project is proposing offer safety benefits. The same study found them to be twice as safe as roads with no bike infrastructure .
Safety Benefits of Roundabouts:
Roundabouts offer enormous safety benefits compared to stop-controlled intersections, and would be a transformative safety intervention for this section of the Carlsbad Coast. Replacing a stoplight or stop-controlled intersection with a traffic circle or roundabout can reduce fatal or serious injury-causing crashes by 80%. This is primarily because roundabouts are extraordinarily effective in reducing speeds through intersections. This is crucial , as vehicle speed is the most important factor in determining whether someone survives a collision . While the risk of death for a pedestrian or cyclist is only 10% when hit by a car traveling 23mph , that risk increases to 50% when a car is trave ling 42 mph.
While Option 3 is otherwise an excellent option , the enhanced pedestrian crossing at the intersection with Solamar Road would not offer equivalent safety benefits as a roundabout. A series of three roundabouts would transform safety for all road users on Carlsbad Blvd, and we strongly recommend proceeding with this option .
Unique Benefits of this Project
We are particularly supportive of this proposal because of how thoughtfully it accounts for the needs of every kind of person who might ride a bike.
By offering a parallel multi-use path , this project will finally make this stretch of the coast highway a safe and comfortable option for those who are not confident riding their bikes in traffic. A series of surveys around the country established that while only approximately seven percent of people say they are comfortable riding in unprotected bike lanes alongside traffic , another 56 percent of people say they would like to ride their bikes more if facilities separated from traffic were available. Whereas Carlsbad's Coast has long been accessible to only the most confident cyclists , this project would make the magical experience of riding a bicycle along the coast available to all of Carlsbad 's residents.
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This project also recognizes that this section of the Coast Highway is one of the most popular recreational road cycling routes in America, and maintains the existing striped bike lanes that are preferred by many athletic cyclists. By Carlsbad's own counts, an average of over 2,500 mostly experienced cyclists use Carlsbad Blvd every weekend day, and this project must preserve safe access for these types of riders. By preserving striped bike lanes parallel to the new multi-use path, this project successfully accommodates both higher-speed athletic cyclists and the majority of people who would be only likely to ride bikes if given a protected facility.
Additional Benefits of Project:
In addition to the safety benefits that are urgent in light of Carlsbad's state of emergency, multi-use paths offer a wide range of economic, public health, and environmental benefits that the city council should consider when selecting an alternative for this project.
Economically, multi-use paths, especially in picturesque locations like the Carlsbad Coast, have proven to be enormous generators of tourist and local spending. A study of four multi-use paths in Massachusetts found local economic impacts ranging from $400,000 to $9.2 Million.
In terms of public health, multi-use paths can provide an unparalleled opportunity for people to exercise safely, comfortably, and enjoyably. The same Massachusetts study found that the increased exercise generated by one multi-use path saved users $1.4 million in healthcare costs per year.
Finally, of all bicycle facilities, multi-use paths have the greatest impact in reducing vehicle miles traveled. The construction of this beautiful, direct bike facility on Carlsbad's main North-South corridor will have a significant impact on reducing vehicle miles traveled, which will in turn decrease congestion, local air pollution, noise pollution along the coast, and greenhouse gas emissions.
Conclusion
We thank Carlsbad City Staff for putting together such a well-thought out proposal and strongly encourage the city council to direct staff to complete the design of this project using Option 2. If Carlsbad is serious about treating bike safety like an emergency, Option 2 is the only justifiable design option. Thank you for taking our recommendations into consideration.
Sincerely,
Will Rhatigan
Advocacy Director, San Diego County Bicycle Coalition
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I am writing on behalf of Bike Walk Carlsbad in support of staffs recommendations to create a space for people, citizens, and visitors, not just motorists speeding through our incredible coastline.
This project does this by creating a shared multiuser path, a bike lane and travel lanes with roundabouts to calm traffic while allowing for safe operation by all users.
Let's make Carlsbad the most awesome it can be by approving this project now. Don't wait.
Judy Frankel
BikeWalk Carlsbad
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City Council:
Comments in Support of lmmidiate approval of the Staff Recommedation of Option 2 of Agenda Item 12 by Pete Penseyres as a resident of Carlsbad:
This is a transformative project that would reduce speeds, especially maximum speeds, while keeping traffic flowing steadily throughout the corridor.
We have an Emergency Declaration, in part due to a Bicyclist killed by a speeding motorcyclist in the same location where this project would start.
Carlsbad Blvd can never be more than one lane each way through Terramar or between the State Street roundabout and the Oceanside City Limits.
Encinitas has completely eliminated the speeding that occurs routinely along Carlsbad Boulevard between Palomar Airport Road and La Costa. This section of Coastal road is often used as a replacement of the old Carlsbad Raceway where I once raced my '58 Chevy in the early 1960's.
This is a rare opportunity for the City Council to shortcut the inevitable public opposition to any change to do the right thing even though it may not be the popular thing.
Once built, even today's detractors will say this was the best thing Carlsbad has ever done for public safety and quality of life.
Respectfully,
Pete Penseyres
2377 Ocean St.
League of American Bicyclists Certified Instructor #2020 Former Drag Racer (Retired)
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Item #12 Support, Carlsbad Blvd Climate Adaptation Project.pdf Attached is Surfrider Foundation San Diego County Chapter's comment letter in support of ITEM #12: UPDATES ON THE SOUTH CARLSBAD COASTLINE PROJECT AND THE SOUTH CARLSBAD BOULEVARD CLIMATE ADAPTATION PROJECT on tonight's City Council agenda.
Thank you.
For our ocean, waves & beaches!
Mitch Silverstein I Policy Coordinator I Surfrider Foundation San Diego County I he/him/his 619 .736 .7757 I mitch@surfridersd .org
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Re: Support for the South Carlsbad Coastline Project and the South Carlsbad Boulevard Climate Adaptation Project
Honorable Mayor and City Council,
Surfrider Foundation's San Diego County Chapter (Surfrider) appreciates the opportunity to provide comments on Item #12 - Updates on the South Carlsbad Coastline Project and the South Carlsbad Boulevard Climate Adaptation Project. We also appreciate City Staff for including our chapter as a stakeholder in the initial stages of this important climate adaptation project.
Surfrider Foundation is a nonprofit environmental organization that engages a vast volunteer network of ocean users to protect our world's ocean, waves, and beaches.
Surfrider San Diego represents thousands of ocean recreation users - from dedicated surfers to occasional beachgoers - as well as the coastal communities and economies that rely on them throughout the region.
Surfrider San Diego supports both the South Carlsbad Coastline Project and the South Carlsbad Boulevard Climate Adaptation Project.
We are especially enthusiastic about the latter, which involves finalizing a 30% preferred project plan for realigning an extremely threatened one-mile stretch of South Carlsbad Blvd. away from the coast. As the Staff Report points out, this stretch of South Carlsbad Blvd. is already subject to coastal flooding from storm surge and large swell events.
Damage has occurred on numerous occasions, requiring partial road closures and emergency repair work. Worst of all, large riprap barricades have been placed along the beach to protect the road, stealing valuable beach space from the public along a narrow - and continually narrowing - stretch of beach.
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The present threat to South Carlsbad Blvd between Island Way and Manzano Drive will only worsen in the years to come. Employing the latest science in their 2022 Sea Level Rise Technical Report1, NOAA projects an average of 10-12 inches of sea level rise (SLR) for the U.S. coastline in the next 30 years. Two feet or more of SLR is projected by 2100. Among the key near-term takeaways from this report:
• By 2050, 'moderate' (typically damaging) flooding is expected to occur, on average, more than 10 times as often as it does today, and can be intensified by local factors.
• "Major" (often destructive) flooding is expected to occur five times as often in 2050 (0.2 events/year) as it does today (0.04 events/year).
Clearly, the time to act is now. Doing nothing will inevitably result in a lose-lose scenario; the beach will be lost, and so will the road. Moving a one-mile stretch of road is no small task, and we understand that this project is still in its early planning stages. That said, once the plans are finalized and funding is identified, Surfrider views this realignment as a relatively straightforward beach preservation project because the project area is unencumbered by private property.
Surfrider's top priority at this time is to ensure both the City Council and the greater Carlsbad community understands the necessity of realignment in order to save the beach.
Sea level rise poses an existential threat to many of North County's most beloved beaches and surf spots. Therefore, it's in everybody's best interest to work together to save as many beaches as we can, for as long as we can. While the preservation of beaches for all puts a substantial burden on coastal communities like the City of Carlsbad, the actions we take today will be the deciding factor as to whether our children and grandchildren can enjoy the same coastal amenities that we enjoy today.
They need us to act.
1 https://oceanservice .noaa.gov/hazards/sealevelrise/sealevelr ise-tech-report.html Phone 858.800.2282 I info@isurfridersd .org I surfridersd.org 3900 Cleveland /we., Ste 207, San Diego, CA 92703
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We do have some concerns regarding future land uses within the project area, mainly that potential new development would interfere with existing public uses that are dependent on coastal resources.
Generally speaking, Surfrider supports the guiding principles laid out in Section 2-P.53 of Carlsbad's General Plan for any development of South Carlsbad Boulevard. We also generally support the additional design elements that apply to "coastal streets" in the General Plan's Mobility Element. These principles are summarized in the Staff Report for this Item under the subheading Decisions Already Made.2 The Carlsbad General Plan provides a clear vision of Carlsbad Blvd as a corridor that emphasizes both the preservation of the area's coastal resources (beaches, lagoons, views, etc.) and the public's access to them - this includes "traffic-calming" multimodal transport, as well as parking intended to facilitate coastal access. Lastly, the General Plan envisions "economic vitality through a combination of visitor and local-serving commercial, civic, and recreational uses and services." All in all, the General Plan's vision for Carlsbad Blvd aligns well with an important stated goal in Chapter One of the California Coastal Act, to · "maximize public access to and along the coast and maximize public recreational opportunities in the coastal zone consistent with sound resources conservation principles and constitutionally protected rights of private property owners3."
However, Surfrider would like to remind the City Council that any development in the newly created beach/park space would be subject to the same SLR hazards that necessitate road realignment in the first place. While Surfrider is not against public-serving amenities along the coast, our position is that these public amenities - regardless of what they are - are secondary in importance to the preservation of the beach, the public's access to the beach, and the existing public recreation uses that the beach currently provides. Our position on this matter is supported by the Coastal Act, which states that when conflicts arise between its own 2 City Council Agenda Packet for 9.13.22 , Item #12 pages 3-5 3 California Coastal Act of 1976, Chapter 1, Section 30001.5 "Legislative findings and declarations ; goals" Pho ne: 858 .800.2282 I info(gJsurfr idersd.org I surfr idersd.o rg 3900 Cleveland /-we., Ste 201, San Diego, CA 92103
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various goals and policies, that "such conflicts be resolved in a manner which on balance is the most protective of significant coastal resources 4. " To spell it out clearly, Surfrider and the beachgoing public we represent would oppose any development considered in the newly created beach/park space that would ultimately rely upon shoreline protective devices - i.e. riprap revetment, seawalls, etc. - for its protection at the expense of public beach space. This is true not just of commercial development, but also of public amenities like parking lots and/or the bike lanes currently slated to replace South Carlsbad Blvd's existing location once the road realignment project is complete. Any such proposal would be counterproductive to the entire spirit of this important climate adaptation project and appealable to the Coastal · Commission.
Surfrider fully understands that at this time, the project team is focused solely on the changes to the roadway and not how the newly acquired coastal land would be used.
However, as the Staff Report claims the aforementioned General Plan summary as "decisions already made," we believe these final comments are justified.
In conclusion, Surfrider is extremely supportive of the general aspects laid out thus far for the South Carlsbad Coastline Project and the South Carlsbad Boulevard Climate Adaptation Project. We applaud City Staff for acknowledging the necessity of moving critical infrastructure away from the coast as sea levels rise, and for identifying the opportunity to begin with this low-lying stretch of South Carlsbad Blvd. that is already threatened at current sea levels. We humbly ask for the City Council's continued support of this important climate adaptation project as it will save critical infrastructure and save a popular stretch of beach. Thank you for the opportunity to provide public comment on this matter.
4 California Coastal Act of 1976, Chapter 1, Section 30007.5 "Legislative findings and declarations; resolution of policy conflicts"
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Mitch Silverstein
San Diego County Policy Coordinator
The Surfrider Foundation
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Jim Jaffee and Kristin Brinner
Beach Preservation Leads
Surfrider Foundation San Diego County
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Subject: Comments on agenda item #12 for the September 13, 2022 City Council meeting September 13, 2022
Honorable City Council members , Mayor, Pro Tern Mayor, and City Staff.
Thank you for providing me the opportunity to comment on the South Carlsbad coastline realignment project, agenda item #12.
As a resident of Carlsbad and a volunteer with the Surfrider Foundation , I would like to thank the Council and City Staff for evaluating potential options to realign Carlsbad Boulevard as a mitigation plan for future sea level rise.
This area of the coast is such a treasure - it's a part of my daily life for surfing , open water swimming, running, and beach time with my family.
However, it's a stretch of coastline whose topography is susceptible to the effects of sea level rise. There is already substantial bluff erosion near Solamar Dr and wave encroachment at the dip during high tides. And, these current realities will become more serious as the seas rise.
So, I appreciate the effort undertaken using the California State Coastal Conservancy grant funds to consider ways to set back the roadway from the bluff through road realignment.
While I personally prefer the two lane option, all of the proposals shown to the public in the July timeframe appear to illustrate an improved buffer zone between the coastal bluff and the road. Also, these proposals appear to maintain the open space feel that is so important to me and many of the other residents based on the project survey results.
I want to thank the City Staff for their hard work, transparency, and outreach to both the public and the Surfrider Foundat ion during this initial phase of the process.
I look forward to future collaboration on this topic.
Regards,
Ben Rubenson
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Tom Frank, Transportation Director/City Engineer
Nikki Matosian, Community Relations Manager
Katie Hentrich, Senior Program Manager
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RECOMMENDED ACTION
Receive an update on the South
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Climate Adaptation Project.
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TODAY’S PRESENTATION
• South Carlsbad coastline project
• Climate adaptation project
• Work to date
• Project options
• Next steps
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PROJECT AREA
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- South Carlsbad Coastline Project /
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Climate Adaptation Project
Carlsbad Blvd
CLIMATE ADAPTATION GOALS
• Funded by State Coastal Conservancy grant
• Maximize roadway’s resiliency to coastal
flooding and cliff erosion
• Supports Sea Level Rise Vulnerability
Assessment + Climate Emergency Resolution
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INTERIM EFFORTS
• Restriping Carlsbad Boulevard – Manzano
Drive to Island Way
• Segment reduced to one travel lane in 2016
for a year to address erosion near Encinas
Creek Bridge
• Final striping plans coming to City Council
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GRANT BACKGROUND
• Roadway alignment and Las Encinas Creek
revetment
• Rock shoreline protection from 2009-2016
• California Coastal Commission permits
• Permit extension granted contingent on long-
term management plan for roadway
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SCOPE OF WORK
• Resiliency to coastal flooding, cliff erosion and
other sea level rise impacts
• Cliff erosion assessment
• Las Encinas Creek restoration analysis
• Assess eastward relocation of southbound lanes
of portion of south Carlsbad Blvd.
• Funding expires Feb. 2024
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WORK TO DATE
General Plan guiding principles + Mobility Element
Physical, regulatory, capacity constraints
Draft Las Encinas Creek restoration analysis
Cliff Erosion Assessment Report
Public input
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• Recreational, aesthetic and community gathering
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pportunities that equal the remarkable character of the land
• Community s afety shall be a high priority
• Public a ccess and parking are keys to success
• Preservation and enhancement of v iews shall be a high priority
• Amenities, services and goods that attract a diversity of r
esidents and visitors
• Unique a nd vibrant coastal gathering spaces
GENERAL PLAN GUIDING PRINCIPLES
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• Enhance connectivity between existing community and regional land uses • Environmentally sensitive design
• Honor the coastline’s natural beauty
• Slow down and enjoy the scenery
• Incorporate core community values of the Carlsbad Community Vision:
• Multi-modal mobility including bikeways, pedestrian trails, and a traffic- calmed street
• Social connectivity through creation of memorable public spaces; and • Economic vitality through a combination of visitor and local-serving commercial, civic, and recreational uses and services.
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• Enhanced and shorter pedestrian
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• Wide sidewalks
• Slower vehicle speeds
• Infrastructure to encourage
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intelligent transportation management,
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SOUTH CAR L SBAD ' S COASTLINE
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WHAT WE HEARD, PART 1
• Concern about development along the coast
• Desire to retain the natural feel of the area
• Safe, accessible biking and walking paths
• Preserve views
• Maintain or improve access to the beach
• Keep traffic moving
• Protect the environment, bluffs from erosion
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WHAT WE HEARD, PART 2
• Shared three options with community members
• Gathered general reactions
• What do you like? What concerns do you have?
• Began working with most-affected community members to ITEM 12: SOUTH CARLSBAD BOULEVARD
COMMUNITY PRIORITIES
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• Safer bike lanes, including some separated from the flow o
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• Safe, wide walking paths
• Less noise and air pollution from traffic when enjoying the
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• Slowing down traffic along the coast
• Making it safer to cross the road to get to the coast • Maintaining ocean views
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• Moving infrastructure to adapt to climate change
• Issues to be addressed in later stage
• Public access
• Recreation
• Use of other city-owned property
• Parking
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Option 1: 4-lanes with traffic signals
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Option 2: 2-lanes with roundabouts
Option 3: 2-lanes with roundabouts and an
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OPTION 1: 4 lanes with traffic signals
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OPTION 1
Coastal access +
retain existing
parking
Retain existing parking
+ coastal access
Pedestrian pathway +
shared pedestrian/bike
Complete Street with
sidewalk + bike lanes
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OPTION 1
Retain existing parking
500’ bridge over Encinas Creek
Pedestrian pathway +
shared pedestrian/bike
Complete Street with
sidewalk + bike lanes
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OPTION 2: 2 lanes with roundabouts
Coastal hazard
zone
Manzano Drive
Encinas Creek
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OPTION 2
Manzano Drive
Coastal access +
retain existing
parking
Retain existing parking
+ coastal access
Pedestrian pathway +
shared pedestrian/bike
Complete Street with
sidewalk + bike lanes
ITEM 12: SOUTH CARLSBAD BOULEVARD
OPTION 2
Retain existing parking
500’ bridge over Encinas Creek
Pedestrian pathway +
shared pedestrian/bike
Complete Street with
sidewalk + bike lanes
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OPTION 3: 2 lanes with roundabouts, pedestrian
crossing at Solamar Drive
Coastal hazard
zone
Manzano Drive
Encinas Creek
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OPTION 3
Coastal access +
retain existing
parking
Retain existing parking
+ coastal access
Pedestrian pathway +
shared pedestrian/bike
Complete Street with
sidewalk + bike lanes
ITEM 12: SOUTH CARLSBAD BOULEVARD
OPTION 3
Retain existing parking
500’ bridge over Encinas Creek
Pedestrian pathway +
shared pedestrian/bike
Complete Street with
sidewalk + bike lanes
NEXT STEPS
• Complete traffic study and present results to Traffic and Mobility Commission
• Primary final deliverable: 30% conceptual design of one project option with climate adaptation incorporated
• Grant does not fund environmental analysis, traffic/roadway analysis, or construction
• All grant deliverables submitted by Feb. 2024
• No additional work included in the city’s FY 2022-23 budget ITEM 12: SOUTH CARLSBAD BOULEVARD
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RECOMMENDED ACTION
Receive an update on the South Carlsbad
Coastline Project and grant-funded South
Carlsbad Boulevard Climate Adaptation
Project.
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