Can the City improve the “Keep Clear” signage and striping at Greenfield Ave?
The City is working with our Traffic Division to consider this request separately from the project.
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Can the City add additional red curbs, clearer parking signage, and more police/parking enforcement in the area?
The City is working with our Public Safety officers and Parking Enforcement to consider this request separately from the project.
Will the proposed gateway improvements include art, plants, lighting or attractive signage? Who would maintain and who is responsible for deciding on what is included?
The City is looking to coordinate future gateway improvements with existing planning documents including the San Rafael General Plan 2040 and the Downtown San Rafael Precise Plan. The City of San Rafael would maintain the improvements.
Will existing trees be removed in the area?
Existing trees will be protected or relocated throughout the duration of work.
Will the proposed landscaping areas align with nearby areas (e.g., San Anselmo)?
The City is looking to coordinate future improvements with existing planning documents including the San Rafael General Plan 2040 and the Downtown San Rafael Precise Plan.
What is the overall cost of the project? Where are grant funds being received from and when do they expire? Are there alternative funds available if the project costs increase?
The current estimated cost for the project is $4 million. This includes construction, inspection services, and outreach efforts during construction. The project has been awarded funds from the One Bay Area Grant Cycle 3 (OBAG 3) for the construction of the project. OBAG 3 funds must be obligated by January 2027 and fully expended … Continued
Could the City more regularly clean the existing bicycle track?
The City’s Department of Public Works team currently cannot clean the narrow bicycle track with a street sweeper and has to clean it manually with boots on the ground. The City is seeking a solution to streamline this process and increase the frequency.
How does the City plan to implement enforcement of the bicyclists speeding or ignoring signals in the intersection?
The City is working with our Public Safety officers to assist with education and enforcement of State and Local laws for all users.
Could the westbound 2nd St. to eastbound 4th St. ”u-turn” slip lane be raised to continue to allow emergency access while improving connectivity to 4th St?
The City is considering this request and coordinating with Emergency Services on feasibility.
How long would the proposed pedestrian crossing be?
The timing of the pedestrian crossing needs to be completed as part of the 95% design. The timing is determined based on lengths of crosswalks and an assumed typical walking speed of 3.5 feet per second per State guidelines.