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traffic circle rather than considering the crosswalk placed too far away. As traffic increases with future development and demand for vehicular road space increases, it is imperative to improve pedestrian infrastructure with a proportionate response. We continue to recommend moving the crosswalks closer to the yield lines and adding rectangular rapid flashing beacons.
Additionally, the revised plans indicate a vehicular connection by way of the private alley N-18 to the planned apartments south of the development. Unaware of the traffic calming measures to be taken within both developments and propensity for drivers to speed when physically uninhibited to do so, we strongly suggest connecting the sidewalk immediately east of N-18 to the apartments. This connection will allow immediate and safe access between the two and not force pedestrians to either mingle with vehicles along N-18 or walk further out of their way around Lot F Public Park to utilize the planned sidewalk there.
One Story Units Seeing the lack of available one-story floorplans to assist with those who would wish to “age in place” and may have difficulty navigating the stairs at a certain age, we are resigned to accept the apartments as a means for senior adults to transition to more accommodating housing while remaining in a community they have made a home in.
Civic Thread is working to support increased physical activity such as walking and bicycling in local neighborhoods as well as helping to create community environments that support walking and bicycling. The benefits include improved public health and physical fitness, better air quality, a stronger sense of cohesion and safety in neighborhoods, and more sustainable communities and local economies.
Please notify Civic Thread of future routings or notices for this project.
Thank you for your continued review and consideration of our comments.
Sincerely,
909 12th Street, Suite 125, Sacramento, CA 95814
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David Moore
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JoseQuintanillaAssociatePlanner, NorthArea(N. Natomas, S. Natomas, N. Sacramento)PlanningDivision, CommunityDevelopment Department300RichardsBlvd., 3rdFloorSacramento, CA95811 RE: RoblaEstatesRev. 4, P21-009
Dear JoseQuintanilla:
CivicThread(formerly“WALKSacramento”)hasreviewedtheRoblaEstatesRevision4Project (P21-009). Theproject proposestoexpandtoaSuburbanNeighborhoodMediumDensity(SNMD). Thecurrent spaceisa20.55acreAgriculturelot inNorthSacramento. Theplansareproposingtomakethelot intoa Multi-Unit Dwelling(R-2A). Thesubdivisionmapdemonstratesthesubdivisionof 4parcelsinto177residential parcelswithfour houseplansand33parcelsfor commonfacilities. Thisdevelopment hasbeenupdatedfromitspreviousversionthroughadjustmentsattheroundabout. BasedonthereviewedinformationregardingtheRoblaEstateswehavethefollowingcomments:
RevisionsTherevisionsmadefromtheprevioussubmissionaredirectedintheroundaboutarea. Thenewrevisionsareinfavor of pedestriansasLot Ewasreducedinsizetoprovideasizablelandscapingbuffer betweenpedestriansandoncomingtraffic.Rectangular RapidFlashingBeacons(RRFB)areneededat theroundabout forpedestrianscrossing, morespecificallyonthoseareasthat haveoncominghighspeedtrafficfromRioLindaBoulevard. Driverswill still beintheprocessof slowingdownastheyenter theroundabout. Thespeedlimit downRioLindaBoulevardis45
mphmakingit essential toprovidesignagethat allowdriverstonoticepedestrianscrossing. Lot Aisreducedinsizetocreatewider sidewalks, beneficial for aresidentialareaunderstandingthat familieswill beutilizingthespace.
BikeTrailConnectivityTheRoblaEstateshasadistinctivefeatureof beingadjacent totheSacramentoNorthernBikeTrail. Thecurrent proposal providesthreedirect connectionstothebiketrail. Thefencingontheeast sideof theproposal servesasaprivacybarrier, butremovingit wouldallowfor better bikeconnectivity. RoseStreet, theroadclosest tothedevelopment site, ontheeast side, isnot ahighspeedroadthat wouldneedasoundbarrier. Inaddition, theremoval of thefencewouldallowfor communitywatchespeciallyfor thebiketrail.
Ingeneral, thedevelopment proposedfitsintheresidential areaof NorthSacramento. Ananticipatedissueof thelocationof thesiteisthelackof commercialcentersor publicspacesrestrictingthefutureresidentsat theRoblaEstatesfromeasilywalkingor bikingfor commodities. Ontheother hand, thenewrevisionstothesitehasallowedfor better pedestrianconnectivityandpromotesactivetransportationthroughtheinfrastructureontheWest side. Theconnectivityof thebiketrail locatedontheEast sideof thedevelopment sitemakesit easyfor residentstoutilizethebiketrail. TheRoblaEstateshasembraceditsneighboringbiketrail andhaseffectivelydesignedfor itsresidentstoutilizeitsfamilyfriendlylandmark.
Thankyoufor your considerationof thesecomments. PleasenotifyCivicThreadoffutureroutingsor noticesfor thisproject.
Sincerely,
XitlalitlShafer| Project AssistantCivicThread-formerlyWALKSacramento90912 th
St | Suite125| SacramentoCA95814Office: 916-446-9255
Sacramento Area Bicycle Advocates 909 12th Street, Ste 204 Sacramento, CA 95814 July 9, 2021 Jose Quintanilla, Associate Planner Department of Community Development 300 Richards Boulevard Sacramento, CA 95811 RE: Robla Estates (P21-009) Dear Jose Quintanilla, Thank you for providing Sacramento Area Bicycle Advocates the opportunity to comment on the planned Robla Estates development. The plans propose rezoning 20.55 acres from Agriculture (A) to Multi-Unit Dwelling (R-2A) and the subdivision of 4 parcels into 178 residential parcels and 25 parcels dedicated to common facilities. The zoning amendment and subsequent housing is strongly supported for its effect on easing the housing shortage experienced by Sacramento, particularly as a means of addressing more moderate density in predominantly suburban low-density zoning. The bike path access facilitating connection between the development and multi-use path located immediately East of the development is appreciated. These connections help incentivize use of cycling by offering convenient access to safe travel paths for those choosing or who may need to walk or cycle as a form of transportation. Further, the path offers a safe means for children and families to travel to and from the Robla School District at the southeast corner without the need to drive. Finally, the addition of buffered bike lanes along Rio Linda Boulevard are preferred to a conventional bike lane, however given the boulevard’s speed limit of 45 MPH, we recommend flexible delineator posts as an additional form of protection against vehicle encroachment and improved perception of safety for cyclists. It is critical that extra care be taken to incentivize cycling in lower density areas where predominant land-use types facilitate longer travel times to reach a greater number of destinations and therefore encourage use of private vehicles. By consistently supporting alternative modes, we improve the safety, health, and quality of life for all residents. Thank you again and if you have any questions or comments concerning the content of this letter, please feel free to contact me at 707 972-3580 or [email protected]. David Moore, Policy & Planning, SABA cc: Debra C. Banks, Ph.D, Executive Director, SABA
From: [email protected]
To: Scott Johnson
Cc: Jose Quintanilla
Subject: Robla Estates Project-Mitigated Negative Declaration Date: Tuesday, September 27, 2022 8:18:06 PM
Attachments: IMG_6574.HEIC
Mr. Johnson,
I recently returned from an extended work trip and received the attached notice from the City of Sacramento Community Development. Although comments should be submitted by September 5, 2022, it is not a must* per the notice.
I feel urgently compelled to note the following: First and foremost, I support the development of this project and believe it will contribute to the overall quality and character of neighborhood. However, I would be extremely remiss to note that this development will significantly increase the traffic noise on my property since it is only one of two located directly across the development. Consequently, I respectfully request that the developer consider adding a sound wall along my property line that matches the character of the sound wall included in the bonded site improvements. I believe this additional fencing would be of minimal cost to the developer and would greatly preserve our quality of life at a family ranch that was originally located in a secluded agricultural section within the city of Sacramento.
Respectfully,
Wasim Iqbal
Property Address: 5425 Rio Linda Blvd, Sacramento, CA
Phone: 408-221-0749