NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND PRECISE ROAD PLAN FOR THE MAIN STREET AND MARKET STREET COMPLETE STREETS PROJECT LOCATED BETWEEN CENTER STREET AND STATE HIGHWAY ROUTE 99 OVERPASS (P25-0033)Stockton City Council MeetingAgenda Item 16.3April 15, 2025
MAIN & MARKET STREET PRECISE ROAD PLAN
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CURRENT SITUATION»Current roadways have no uniform master plan»Current roadways have high speeds and no clear bike and pedestrian routes» No current traffic calming elements and inconsistent lighting conditions
THE PROJECT»To create a unified complete street»In accordance with SMC 16.148 create a geometric plan that sets the corridor requirements for grant-funded projects and future development»Currently two grants have been secured for the initial project phase»Identified as a priority in the City’s Bicycle Master Plan»Included in the City’s 2018-2023 5-year Capital Improvement Plan»Reduce Vehicle Miles Traveled through use of bike lanes and multi-modal transportation PRECISE ROAD PLAN DUE DILIGENCEFull Roadway Survey CompleteEnvironmental DocumentationTraffic Studies CompleteOutreach CompleteDevelopment Review CompleteFound to be in compliance with the General PlanMAIN & MARKET STREET PRECISE ROAD PLAN | STOCKTON »Starting with input from the local community, the City identified key opportunities to enhance connectivity and mobility, and improve the user experience of the Main and Market Street corridors, including:Enhanced corridors for bicyclistsEnhanced sidewalks and crossings to improveaccessibility Enhanced vehicular flow with speed calmingPRECISE ROAD PLAN PRECISE ROAD PLAN»Design OverviewReduce Traffic from 2 Lanes to 1 Lane Improve Curb/Gutter and Sidewalks Install Accessible Curb RampsTraffic Calming Measures Class II Buffered Bike LanesImproved Signals, Lighting, and New Striping
PLANNING COMMISSION•On March 27, 2025 Planning Commission held Public Hearing •Public comments received, concerns with roadway narrowing and traffic safety •PC approved a recommendation for Council approval RECOMMENDATION»Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a Resolution:•Certifying an Initial Study/Negative Declaration; and•Approving a Precise Road Plan for Main Street and Market Street Complete Streets