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Home My WebLink About2023-08-16; Planning Commission; ; East and West Corridor Road and Pedestrian Improvements: A request to reallocate existing roadway space with restriping and bicyclist and pedestrian improvements of two rMeeting Date: Aug. 16, 2023 To: Planning Commission Staff Contact: Izzak Mireles, Associate Planner, 442-339-2693, izzak.mireles@carlsbadca.gov Subject: East and West Corridor Road and Pedestrian Improvements: A request to reallocate existing roadway space with restriping and bicyclist and pedestrian improvements of two road segments: 1) Tamarack Avenue between Sunnyhill Drive and El Camino Real; and 2) Poinsettia Lane between Carlsbad Boulevard and Avenida Encinas. Location: Multiple Locations: Tamarack Avenue between Sunnyhill Drive and El Camino Real and Poinsettia Lane between Carlsbad Boulevard and Avenida Encinas / Districts 1, 3 and 4 Case Numbers: CDP 2023-0018 Applicant/Representative: Eric Zielke, Senior Engineer, Public Works, City of Carlsbad, 442-882-0329, eric.zielke@carlsbadca.gov CEQA Determination: ☐Not a Project ☒ Exempt ☐ IS/ND or IS/MND ☐ EIR Permit Type(s): ☐SDP ☐ CUP ☒ CDP ☐ TM/TPM ☐ GPA ☐ REZ ☐ LCPA CEQA Status: ☐The environmental assessment IS on the Agenda for discussion. ☒A CEQA determination was already issued. That decision is final and IS NOT on the Agenda Commission Action: ☒Decision ☐ Recommendation to City Council ☐ Informational (No Action) Recommended Actions That the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution (Exhibit 1) APPROVING a Coastal Development Permit CDP 2023-0018, based upon the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. Existing Conditions & Project Description Tamarack Avenue, from Sunnyhill Drive to El Camino Real, and Poinsettia Lane, from Carlsbad Boulevard to Avenida Encinas, are both predominately improved as four-lane roadways (two-lanes in each direction) with class II bicycle lanes. The proposed project reconfigures the existing roadway space within the project areas (portions of Tamarack Avenue and Poinsettia Lane) to improve safety, calm traffic, support safer speeds, and provide better access. The project will provide more space for pedestrians and bicyclists, add a larger buffer to the existing class II bike lanes, and add crosswalks in some locations. Site Map Aug 16, 2023 Item #1 Page 1 of 35 Item No. 0 Table “A” and “B” below include the General Plan designations, zoning and current land uses of the two project locations. TABLE A – TAMARACK AVENUE SITE AND SURROUNDING LAND USE Location General Plan Designation Zoning Designation Current Land Use Site N/A (Public Right of Way) N/A (Public Right of Way) Tamarack Avenue North Open Space (OS), Residential 4-8 du/ac (R- 8), Residential 0-4 du/ac (R-4) Planned Community (PC), One Family Residential (R-1) Single Family Residential Homes South Open Space (OS), Residential 4-8 du/ac (R- 8), Residential 0-4 du/ac (R-4) Planned Community (PC), One Family Residential (R-1), Open Space (OS) Single Family Residential Homes East Open Space (OS), Residential 0-4 du/ac (R-4) Planned Community (PC) Single Family Residential Homes West Residential 0-4 du/ac (R-4) One Family Residential (R-1) Single Family Residential Homes General Plan Designation Zoning Designation TABLE B – POINSETTIA LANE SITE AND SURROUNDING LAND USE Location General Plan Designation Zoning Designation Current Land Use Site N/A (Public Right of Way) N/A (Public Right of Way) Poinsettia Lane North Open Space (OS), Residential 4-8 du/ac (R- 8), Residential 8-15 (R-15) Residential Density Multiple (RD-M), Open Space (OS) Multi Family Residential Homes, Open Space (OS) South Residential 4-8 du/ac (R- 8), Residential 8-15 (R-15) Residential Mobile Home Park (RMHP), Residential Density Multiple (RD-M) Lake Shore Gardens Mobile Home Park, Multi Family Residential Homes East Visitor Commercial (VC), Local Shopping Center (L), Transportation Corridor (TC) Commercial Tourist (C-T), Local Shopping Center (C-L), Transportation Corridor (T-C) Poinsettia Village Shopping Center, Holiday Inn Hotel West Open Space (OS) Open Space (OS) Carlsbad State Beach, Carlsbad Boulevard Aug 16, 2023 Item #1 Page 2 of 35 General Plan Designation Zoning Designation Proposed Project Most of the city’s street transportation system is built-out. Historically, much of the city’s transportation system was designed to achieve a level of service (LOS) from the perspective of the driver, not pedestrians or bicyclists. More recently, the city has been planning and implementing a more balanced multi-modal transportation network. The city adopted a multi-modal level of service (MMLOS) methodology as part of the 2015 General Plan and incorporated an overarching complete streets policy for all streets to be designed, operated, and maintained to enable safer access for all roadway users. The application of an MMLOS approach is not intended to require an immediate retrofit for all streets to meet specified targets, rather, it provides a framework that can be applied to the city’s existing procedures to assess the transportation impacts and mobility needs of all road users. The proposed project converts the existing four-lane roadways to two-lane segments, removing one-lane in each direction, and turns that pavement over for other purposes. The project involves implementing new buffers to the existing class II bike lanes by pavement restriping. Green paint will be used to highlight potential conflict areas with other road users. The lane realignment will take place on Tamarack Avenue between Skyline Road and El Camino Real and Poinsettia Lane between Carlsbad Boulevard and Avenida Encinas, reducing the roadway from four to two through-vehicle lanes, while maintaining the same number of dedicated turn lanes at intersections. There is a section of Tamarack Avenue (west of Skyline Road) that is already improved as a two- lane roadway. The proposed improvements along Tamarack Avenue between Skyline Road and Sunnyhill Drive do not include changes to the number of roadway lanes. This portion of the roadway is only included within the scope of the project because of the related addition of green paint markings and pedestrian crossings. The Mobility Element portion of the General Plan establishes specific standards for MMLOS. The approach underscores a desire to evaluate transportation services of a roadway from a multi-modal perspective, including a performance measurement based on assessing the LOS for motorized vehicles. Vehicular LOS is graded from “A” to “F,” with “D” still being an acceptable level of service. Traffic studies indicate that the proposed reconfiguration of Tamarack Avenue and Poinsettia Lane will maintain acceptable vehicular LOS according to the city's General Plan Mobility Element and the analysis indicated that there would be no significant change in traffic operations on those segments. This project would keep with existing LOS for the two road segments at “A”. Therefore, the proposed reallocation of existing roadway space fits traffic conditions and needs of expected roadway users. The work along Tamarack Avenue between Skyline Road and Suny Hill Drive only includes green paint with no lane reductions. This section of the project does have any changes in roadway capacity and improvements are limited to safety projects. Aug 16, 2023 Item #1 Page 3 of 35 The California Coastal Commission has determined and advised the city that a change in the number of vehicle lanes constitutes as “development” and is a change in intensity of use or public access and recommended a Coastal Development Permit (CDP) be approved. Specific compliance with CDP requirements is analyzed in Exhibit 2. The proposed project is a result of the Safer Streets Together Plan that emerged after the City Council declared a local state of emergency for mobility safety on Aug. 30, 2022. This project corridors were also identified in the Sustainable Mobility Plan, which aims to create a highly efficient and interconnected active transportation network throughout the city. This plan specifically calls for the addition of buffered bike lanes in both directions for the Tamarack and Poinsettia corridors. The proposed project implements this direction and adds buffered bike lanes and creates a more convenient path of travel for all roadway users. The proposed project is located within Local Facilities Management Zone 1, 9, and 22 in the northeast and southwest quadrants of the city. Public Outreach & Comment Public notice of the proposed project was mailed on Aug. 4, 2023, to property owners within 600 feet and occupants within 100 feet of the project sites. A total of 629 owners and 285 tenants were notified. No comments were received during this public outreach effort. Project Analysis General Plan Consistency The City of Carlsbad General Plan includes several goals and policies that guide development and land use within the city. A discussion of how the project is consistent with the applicable General Plan policies is summarized in Exhibit 2. Municipal Code Consistency The City of Carlsbad Municipal Code, most notably Title 21 Zoning Code, includes requirements and provisions that guide development and land use within the city, consistent with the General Plan. Specific compliance with these relevant requirements is described in Exhibit 2. Local Coastal Program Consistency The project site is in the Coastal Zone and requires a Coastal Development Permit. The project complies with the Local Coastal Program, including all goals and policies of the General Plan and all zoning code standards, as referenced above. The project is not within the Coastal Commission’s appealable area of the Local Coastal Program. Discretionary Actions & Findings The proposed project requires approval of a Coastal Development Permit, which is discussed below. Coastal Development Permit (CDP 2023-0010) Approval of a Coastal Development Permit (CDP) is required to ensure that the project complies with the Local Coastal Program, including all goals and policies of the General Plan and all zoning code standards, as referenced above. Staff finds that the required findings for this application can be met (Exhibit 2). As outlined in Exhibit 3, the vehicular LOS from the proposed project will remain “A” even with the lane reductions and safety improvements proposed because the existing and forecasted volumes are low. The forecasted volumes consider future growth in the area using San Diego Association of Government’s (SANDAG) activity-based modeling (AMB) projections from the 2021 Regional Plan. The city will monitor the performance of the restriping on all modes of travel and if there is additional congestion, the city will return the striping to a two-vehicle lane configuration. Environmental Review Aug 16, 2023 Item #1 Page 4 of 35 The California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), and its implementing regulations (“CEQA Guidelines”) adopted by the Secretary of the California Natural Resources Agency, list classes of projects that have been determined not to have a significant effect on the environment and as a result are exempt from further environmental review under CEQA. City staff completed a review of the project and potential environmental impacts associated with the project pursuant to CEQA and concluded that the project qualified for an exemption pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15301(c) Existing Facilities (Class 1). The CEQA Guidelines include a list of classes of projects which have been determined not to have a significant effect on the environment and which shall, therefore, be exempt from the provisions of CEQA. CEQA Guidelines Section 15301(c) is a Class 1 exemption for Existing Facilities. Exempted are existing highways and streets, sidewalks, gutters, bicycle and pedestrian trails, and similar facilities (this includes road grading for the purpose of public safety), and other alterations such as the addition of bicycle facilities, including but not limited to bicycle parking, bicycle-share facilities and bicycle lanes, transit improvements such as bus lanes, pedestrian crossings, street trees, and similar alterations that do not create additional automobile lanes. The proposed project and site meet the criteria of the Section 15301(c) Class 1 Existing Facilities Exemption. A notice of intended decision regarding the environmental determination was advertised on July 12, 2023 and posted on the city’s website. The notice included a general description of the Project, the proposed environmental findings, and a general explanation of the matter to be considered. The findings and determination contained in that notice were declared as final on the date of the noticed decision, unless appealed as provided by the procedures commencing in Chapter 21.54 (Procedures, Hearings, Notices, and Fees) of the Zoning Ordinance. During the 10-day public review period, the city received no comment letters from the public regarding the prospective environmental determination. Since no appeal was filed and no substantial evidence was submitted that would support a finding that the exemption requirements would not be satisfied, the project was determined by the City Planner to not have a significant effect on the environment. The CEQA determination letter is attached to this staff report as (Exhibit 4) and demonstrates that the project is categorically exempt from further environmental review. The City Planner’s written decision is final and the CEQA determination is not within the Planning Commission’s purview. With the appropriate environmental clearances in place, all of the city’s procedural requirements and relevant aspects of CEQA have been satisfied. Conclusion Considering the information above and in the referenced exhibits, staff has found that the proposed project is consistent with all applicable policies of the General Plan and Local Coastal Program, provisions of the Municipal Code and Local Facility Management Zone. In addition, there are no environmental issues associated with the project. The project is conditioned to ensure the proposed project’s compatibility with the surrounding properties and that the public health, safety, and welfare of the community are maintained. The project would be required to comply with all applicable California Building Standards Codes and engineering standards through the standard building permit and civil improvement plan checking process. Staff recommends the Planning Commission adopt the resolution approving of the proposed project described in this staff report. Exhibits 1. Resolution – Coastal Development Approval 2. Project Analysis 3. Level of Service Analysis 4. CEQA Determination of Exemption 5. Location Maps 6. Reduced Exhibits 7. Full-Size Exhibits “A” – “D” dated Aug. 16, 2023 (on file in the Planning Department.) Aug 16, 2023 Item #1 Page 5 of 35 8.List of Acronyms and Abbreviations Aug 16, 2023 Item #1 Page 6 of 35 ,, PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 7491 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT FOR EAST AND WEST CORRIDOR ROAD AND PEDESTRIAN IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT ON PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY GENERALLY LOCATED ALONG TAMARACK AVENUE BETWEEN SUNNYHILL DRIVE AND EL CAMINO REAL AND POINSETTIA LANE, BETWEEN CARLSBAD BOULEVARD AND AVENIDA ENCINAS WITHIN THE MELLO I AND II SEGMENTS OF THE CITY'S LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM AND WITHIN LOCAL FACILITIES MANAGEMENT ZONE 1, 9, AND 22. CASE NAME: EAST AND WEST CORRIDOR ROAD AND PEDESTRIAN IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT CASE NO: CDP 2023-0018 WHEREAS, City of Carlsbad, "Applicant," has filed a verified application with the City of Carlsbad regarding property owned by City of Carlsbad, described as public right-of-way along Tamarack Road between Sunnyhill Drive and El Camino Real and Poinsettia Lane between Carlsbad Boulevard and Avenida Encinas ("the Property"); and WHEREAS, said verified application constitutes a request for a Coastal Development Permit as shown on Exhibits "A" -"D" dated Aug. 16, 2023, attached hereto and on file in the Carlsbad Planning Division, EAST AND WEST CORRIDOR ROAD AND PEDESTRIAN IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, CDP2023-0018, as provided in Chapter 21.201.030 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code; and WHEREAS, the Planning Division studied the Coastal Development Permit application and performed the necessary investigations to determine if the project qualified for an exemption from further environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act, (CEQA, Public Resources Code section 2100 et. Seq.), and its implementing regulations (the State CEQA Guidelines), Article 14 of the California Code of Regulations section 1500 et. seq. After consideration of all evidence presented, and studies and investigations made by the city planner Exhibit 1 Aug 16, 2023 Item #1 Page 7 of 35 and on its behalf, the city planner determined that the project was exempt from further environmental review pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines section 15301 -Existing Facilities, in that the project is consistent with the General Plan, Zoning Ordinance, and Local Coastal Program; the project site is within the city limits, is less than five acres in size, and is substantially surrounded by urban uses; there is no evidence that the site has value as habitat for endangered, rare, or threatened species; approval of the project will not result in significant effects relating to traffic, noise, air quality, or water quality; and the site can be adequately served by all required utilities and public services. The project will not have a significant effect on the environment and all requirements of CEQA have been met; Whereas, on July 12, 2023, the city distributed a notice of the intended decision to adopt "Existing Facilities" exemptions. The notice was circulated for a 10-day period, which began on July 12, 2023, and ended on July 22, 2023. The city did not receive any comment letter on the CEQA findings and determination. The effective date and order of the city planner CEQA determination was July 22, 2023. WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did, on Aug. 16, 2023, hold a duly noticed public hearing as prescribed by law to consider said request; WHEREAS, at said public hearing, upon hearing and considering all testimony and arguments, if any, of all persons desiring to be heard, said Commission considered all factors relating to the Coastal Development Permit. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of Carlsbad, as follows: A)That the above recitations are true and correct. B)That based on the evidence presented at the public hearing, the Commission APPROVE EAST AND WEST CORRIDOR ROAD AND PEDESTRIAN IMPROVEMENTS Aug 16, 2023 Item #1 Page 8 of 35 Findings: PROJECT, CDP 2023-0018, based on the following findings and subject to the following conditions: 1.That the proposed development is in conformance with the Certified Local Coastal Program and all applicable policies in that the proposed project is in the Mello I and Mello II Segment of the Local Coastal Program (LCP) and is not within the appealable jurisdiction of the California Coastal Commission. Carlsbad LCP Mello, I segments policies are specific to individual properties, the portions of the proposed project that overlap within the Mello I segment only include restriping and pedestrian improvements and not road widening. The proposed restriping is consistent with the Land Use, Drainage, and Environmental Protection Policies. The project is in conformance with the following policies of the LCP. 2.The proposal is in conformity with the public access and recreation policies of Chapter 3 of the Coastal Act in that the proposed multimodal use of the roadway would improve public access opportunities and recreational resources capacity and keep level of service of this arterial roadway the same for vehicles. The improvements will not obstruct any views as seen from public right of way. The project will not impact agricultural uses. The project is not located in an area of known geologic instability. 3.The project is consistent with the provisions of the Coastal Resource Protection Overlay Zone (Chapter 21.203 of the Zoning Ordinance) in that the project will adhere to the city's Master Drainage Plan, Grading Ordinance, Storm Water Ordinance, BMP Design Manual and Jurisdictional Runoff Management Program (JRMP) to avoid increased urban runoff, pollutants, and soil erosion. The project does not include steep slopes or native vegetation on the subject property and the site is not located in an area prone to landslides or susceptible to accelerated erosion, floods, or liquefaction. The Planning Commission has reviewed each of the exactions imposed on the Applicant contained in this resolution, and hereby finds, in this case, that there are no impacts caused by or reasonably related to the project. Conditions: General NOTE: Unless otherwise specified herein, all conditions shall be satisfied prior to issuance of a Notice to Proceed or commencement of construction, whichever occurs first. 1.If any of the following conditions fail to occur, or if they are, by their terms, to be implemented and maintained over time, if any of such conditions fail to be so implemented and maintained according to their terms, the city shall have the right to revoke or modify all approvals herein granted; deny or further condition issuance of all future building permits; deny, revoke, or further condition all certificates of occupancy Aug 16, 2023 Item #1 Page 9 of 35 issued under the authority of approvals herein granted; record a notice of violation on the property title; institute and prosecute litigation to compel their compliance with said conditions or seek damages for their violation. No vested rights are gained by Developer or a successor in interest by the city's approval of this Coastal Development Permit. 2.Staff is authorized and directed to make, or require the Developer to make, all corrections and modifications to the CDP 2023-0018 documents, as necessary to make them internally consistent and in conformity with the final action on the project. Development shall occur substantially as shown on the approved Exhibits. Any proposed development, different from this approval, shall require an amendment to this approval. 3.Developer shall comply with all applicable provisions of federal, state, and local laws and regulations in effect at the time of building permit issual')ce. 4.If any condition for construction of any public improvements or facilities, or the payment of any fees in-lieu thereof, imposed by this approval or imposed by law on this Project are challenged, this approval shall be suspended as provided in Government Code Section 66020. If any such condition is determined to be invalid, this approval shall be invalid unless the City Council determines that the project without the condition complies with all requirements of law. 5.Developer/Operator shall and does hereby agree to indemnify, protect, defend, and hold harmless the City of Carlsbad, its Council members, officers, employees, agents, and representatives, from and against any and all liabilities, losses, damages, demands, claims and costs, including court costs and attorney's fees incurred by the city arising, directly or indirectly, from (a) city's approval and issuance of this Coastal Development Permit (b) city's approval or issuance of any permit or action, whether discretionary or nondiscretionary, in connection with the use contemplated herein, and (c) Developer/Operator's installation and operation of the facility permitted hereby, including without limitation, any and all liabilities arising from the emission by the facility of electromagnetic fields or other energy waves or emissions. This obligation survives until all legal proceedings have been concluded and continues even if the city's approval is not validated. 6.This project shall comply with all conditions and mitigation measures which are required as part of the Zone 1, 9 and 22 Local Facilities Management Plan and any amendments made to that Plan prior to the issuance of building permits. 7.This approval is granted subject to the approval of CDP 2023-0018 and is subject to all conditions contained in this Planning Commission Resolution for those other approvals incorporated herein by reference except for Condition No. [10]. 8.This approval shall become null and void if construction does not commence within 24 months from the date of project approval. Aug 16, 2023 Item #1 Page 10 of 35 NOTICE TO APPLICANT An appeal of this decision to the City Council must be filed with the City Clerk at 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, California, 92008, within ten (10) calendar days of the date of the Planning Commission's decision. Pursuant to Carlsbad Municipal Code Chapter 21.54, section 21.54.150, the appeal must be in writing and state the reason(s) for the appeal. The City Council must make a determination on the appeal prior to any judicial review. Aug 16, 2023 Item #1 Page 11 of 35 PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Carlsbad, California, held on Aug. 16, 2023, by the following vote, to wit: AYES: Hubinger, Kamenjarin, Lafferty, Sabellico and, Meenes NAYES: ABSENT: Merz, Stine ABSTAIN: KEVIN SABELLICO, Vice Chair CARLSBAD PLANNING COMMISSION ATTEST: �� ERIC LARDY City Planner Aug 16, 2023 Item #1 Page 12 of 35 PROJECT ANALYSIS Exhibit 2 (GENERAL PLAN, MUNICIPAL CODE, AND OTHER REGULATIONS) PROJECT ANALYSIS The project is subject to the following regulations: A.General Plan B.Coastal Development Permit (CMC Chapter 21.201), Local Coastal Program (Mello I & Mello II) C. McClellan-Palomar Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan D.Sustainable Mobility Plan E.Growth Management and Local Facilities Management Zone 1, 9, & 22 The recommendation for approval of this project was developed by analyzing the project’s consistency with the applicable regulations and policies. The project’s compliance with each of the above regulations is discussed in detail within the sections below. A.General Plan The project site is located entirely within the right of way. The project also complies with the other Elements of the General Plan as outlined in Table “A” below: TABLE A – GENERAL PLAN COMPLIANCE ELEMENT USE, CLASSIFICATION, GOAL, OBJECTIVE, OR PROGRAM PROPOSED USES & IMPROVEMENTS COMPLY Land Use & Community Design Goal 2-G.2 – Promote a diversity of compatible land uses throughout the city, to enable people to live close to job locations, adequate and convenient commercial services, and public support systems such as transit, parks, schools, and utilities. The proposed project will provide bicycle and pedestrian improvements and enable people to use alternative forms of transportation. Yes Land Use & Community Design Goal 2-G.18 - Ensure that new development fosters a sense of community and is designed with the focus on residents, including children, the disabled and the elderly, by providing: safe, pedestrian-friendly, tree-lined streets; walkways to common destinations such as schools, bikeways, trails, parks and stores; homes that exhibit visual diversity, pedestrian-scale and prominence to the street; central gathering places; and recreation amenities for a variety of age groups. The proposed project will support efforts to create a sense of community by allowing all modes of transportation to be better served in providing access along the coastline. By reducing vehicle lanes and installing traffic calming measures, vehicles will experience more appropriate flows through the segment without any additional delays. Also, bicycles will experience improved conditions with wider buffered bike lanes, and pedestrians will have more space away from automobile travel lanes. Yes Aug 16, 2023 Item #1 Page 13 of 35 ELEMENT USE, CLASSIFICATION, GOAL, OBJECTIVE, OR PROGRAM PROPOSED USES & IMPROVEMENTS COMPLY Mobility Goal 3-G.1 - Keep Carlsbad moving with livable streets that provide a safe, balanced, cost-effective, multi- modal transportation system accommodating the mobility needs of all community members, including children, the elderly, and the disabled. The city’s adopted MMLOS standard aims to provide the necessary tools for assessing the performance of all travel modes, thus allowing the consideration of trade-offs between different road users. The proposed project will provide bicycle and pedestrian improvements and enable people to use alternative forms of transportation along Tamarack Road and Poinsettia Lane. Yes Mobility Policy 3-P-1 - Implement a comprehensive livable streets network. This network identifies the transportation modes that shall be accommodated, based on street typology, to ensure accessibility of the city’s street system to persons of all ages and abilities. The existing lane configuration for both corridors provides wide areas for the vehicles but not sufficient room to other modes of transportation. By balancing the lane widths, all modes of transportation will be better served. Yes Mobility Policy 3-P.15: Evaluate methods and transportation facility improvements to promote biking, walking, safer street crossings, and attractive streetscapes. The City Council shall have the sole discretion to approve any such road diet or vehicle traffic calming improvements that would reduce vehicle capacity to or below a LOS D. The proposed project will reduce vehicle lanes in one segment of the roadway, on Poinsettia Lane from Avenida Encinas to Carlsbad Boulevard and Tamarack Avenue from El Camino Real to Skyline Road, in both westbound and eastbound directions. Supporting documentation (“traffic studies”) show the vehicular LOS remains at a “A” grade. The design modification and authorization to proceed with contracting was previously approved by the City Council on Feb. 7, 2023. Yes Mobility Policy 3-P.16 - Design new streets, and explore funding opportunities for existing streets, to minimize traffic volumes and/or speed, as appropriate, within residential neighborhoods without compromising connectivity for emergency responders, bicycles, and pedestrians consistent with the city’s Carlsbad Active Transportation Strategies. This should be accomplished through The existing right-of-way is shared by multiple modes of travel, each using their assigned portion of the road allowance. The proposed project includes engineering design changes and traffic calming measures that will slow motorists and allow for safer access for all users. Bicyclists will experience improved conditions through the use of wider buffers for the existing bike lanes and clear delineation of Yes Aug 16, 2023 Item #1 Page 14 of 35 ELEMENT USE, CLASSIFICATION, GOAL, OBJECTIVE, OR PROGRAM PROPOSED USES & IMPROVEMENTS COMPLY management and implementation of livable streets strategies and such programs like the Carlsbad Residential Traffic Management Plan. conflict zones with visibility green striping at intersections. Noise Goal 5-G.1 – Protect public health and welfare by eliminating existing noise problems where feasible, maintaining an acceptable indoor and outdoor acoustic environment, and preventing significant degradation of the acoustic environment. Goal 5-G.2 – Ensure that new development is compatible with the noise environment, by continuing to use potential noise exposure as a criterion in land use planning. The proposed project aims to improve the existing roadway experience for all roadway users without widening or adding lanes that could potentially increase traffic noise in the project area. The project primarily focuses on developing bicycle and pedestrian facilities, which are non-motorized travel modes that not only reduce engine noise but also ensure slower travel speeds, thus decreasing noise levels. Moreover, promoting non- motorized transportation modes would significantly reduce the emission of air pollutants, leading to improved air quality in the project area. Yes Public Safety Goal 6-G.2 – Minimize safety hazards related to aircraft operations in areas around the McClellan-Palomar Airport. The proposed project falls outside the boundaries of the McClellan- Palomar Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan (ALUCP). The ALUCP was amended on December 1, 2011, and all projects within its boundary are required to be reviewed for consistency with its goals and policies. The ALUCP identifies four types of airport impacts that must be considered for each development: Noise, Safety, Airspace Protection, and Overflight. Based on a review of the ALUCP, the project sites are not located within any noise contour or safety zone. The section of the project located along Tamarack Road is within the overflight notification area. The project sites are located within the Airport Influence Area (AIA) Review Area 2; however, this policy is only applicable to residential Yes Aug 16, 2023 Item #1 Page 15 of 35 ELEMENT USE, CLASSIFICATION, GOAL, OBJECTIVE, OR PROGRAM PROPOSED USES & IMPROVEMENTS COMPLY development and is therefore not applicable to this project. Public Safety Goal 6-G.4 – Maintain safety services that are responsive to citizens’ needs to ensure a safe and secure environment for people and property in the community. By installing Class II bikeways, a safe and secure environment is created for pedestrians who choose to use alternative modes of transportation. In terms of safety response, the traffic study prepared in support of the project indicated that there would be no significant change in traffic operations. The project would right-size the amount of roadway space for vehicular roadway users. Yes Sustainability Policy 9-P.1 – Enforce the Climate Action Plan (CAP) as the city’s strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The proposed project entails multi- modal improvements to facilitate safer access for biking and walking and would provide for bicycle and pedestrian connections to key destinations in the project area. This would promote non-motorized travel that would likely reduce vehicle miles traveled, resulting in a potential benefit to associated greenhouse gas emissions. Yes B. Coastal Development Permit (Chapter 21.201) The proposed project is within the Coastal Zone and is subject to the Mello I & Mello II segments of the Local Coastal Program (LCP) and the project is not within the appealable jurisdiction of the California Coastal Commission. The project’s compliance with each of these programs and ordinances is discussed below: Mello I and II Segment of the Certified Local Coastal Program and all applicable policies The majority of the policies within the Mello I and II segments relate to land uses outside of the right-of- way. The road improvements will not obstruct views of the coastline as seen from public lands or the public right of way, nor otherwise damage the visual beauty of the coastal zone. Furthermore, no agricultural uses exist on the site, nor are there any sensitive resources located on the previously developed land. The project is not located in any area of known geologic instability and is not located within a 100-year flood area. The site does not have any frontage along the coastline, no public opportunities for coastal shoreline access or water-oriented recreation activities. The proposed lane reductions on Tamarack Avenue and Poinsettia Lane in both the westbound and eastbound directions will not affect access to the beach. In fact, by improving bike infrastructure and enhancing walkability, the road improvements will make it easier for people to use alternative modes of transportation to access the beach. A level of service analysis was also conducted, which determined that the proposed traffic calming Aug 16, 2023 Item #1 Page 16 of 35 measures would not negatively impact traffic flow (Exhibit 3). The analysis found that the same level of service can be achieved with a lane reduction in both directions. By enhancing walkability and improving bike infrastructure, access to the beach can be enjoyed by others seeking to use alternative modes of transportation. Mello I Segment a. Carlsbad LCP Mello segment policies are specific to individual properties, the portions of proposed project that overlap within the MeIlo I segment only include restriping and not road widening. The proposed restriping is consistent with the Land Use, Drainage, and Environmental Protection Policies. Mello II Segment: The project is consistent with the following Carlsbad Mello II policies: b. Carlsbad LCP Policy 1-1 Allowable land Uses. The project complies because it is consistent with the General Plan and the Local Coastal Program. c. Carlsbad LCP Policy 3-1.1 Habitat Management Plan (HMP). The project does not include any grading and will not damage or harm any sensitive environmental resources. d. Carlsbad LCP Policy 3-4 Grading and Landscaping Requirements. The project does not include any grading. e. Carlsbad LCP Policy 4-4 Removal of Natural Vegetation. The project is not located within sensitive resources and entirely within existing right-of-way. Carlsbad LCP Chapter 3: The proposal is in conformance with the public access and recreation policies of Chapter 3 of the Coastal Act in that the proposed multi-modal use of the roadway would improve public access opportunities and recreational resources capacity and keep level of service through this Arterial the same. The improvements will not obstruct any views as seen from public right of way. The project will not impact agricultural uses. The project is not located in an area of known geologic instability. Coastal Resource Protection Overlay Zone: The project is consistent with the provisions of the Coastal Resource Protection Overlay Zone. The project is consistent with the provisions of the Coastal Resource Protection Overlay Zone (CMC Chapter 21.203 of the Zoning Ordinance) in that the project will adhere to the city’s Master Drainage Plan, Grading Ordinance, Storm Water Ordinance, BMP Design Manual and Jurisdictional Runoff Management Program (JRMP) to avoid increased urban run-off, pollutants and soil erosion. The subject property is within the public right-of-way and public utility and access easements, does not include steep slopes (equal to or greater than 25 percent gradient) nor native vegetation. The site is not located within an area prone to landslides or susceptible to accelerated erosion, liquefaction, or flooding. Required Findings for a Coastal Development Permit (CMC Chapter 21.201) 1. That the proposed development is in conformance with the Certified Local Coastal Program and all applicable policies in that the proposed project is in the Mello I and MeIlo II Segment of the Local Coastal Program (LCP). Carlsbad LCP Mello I segment policies are specific to individual Aug 16, 2023 Item #1 Page 17 of 35 properties, the portions of the proposed project that overlap within the MeIlo I segments only include restriping and pedestrian improvements and not road widening. The proposed restriping is consistent with the Land Use, Drainage, and Environmental Protection Policies. The project is in conformance with the following policies of the LCP. 2. The proposal is in conformity with the public access and recreation policies of Chapter 3 of the Coastal Act in that the proposal is in conformance with the public access and recreation policies of Chapter 3 of the Coastal Act in that the proposed multi-modal use of the roadway would improve public access opportunities and recreational resources capacity and keep the level of service through this Arterial at acceptable levels according to the General Plan Mobility Element. The improvements will not obstruct any views as seen from the public right of way. The project will not impact agricultural uses. The project is not located in an area of known geologic instability. The reduction in lane miles will not impact the level of service, which will remain as “A” based on current traffic volumes during peak times. C. McClellan-Palomar Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan The proposed project falls outside the boundaries of the McClellan-Palomar Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan (ALUCP). The ALUCP was amended on Dec. 1, 2011, and all projects within its boundary are required to be reviewed for consistency with its goals and policies. The ALUCP identifies four types of airport compatibility factors that must be considered for each development: Noise, Safety, Airspace Protection, and Overflight. Based on a review of the ALUCP, the project site is not located within any noise contour or safety zone. The project site is located within the overflight notification area and Airport Influence Area (AIA) Review Area 2. However, these development restrictions apply to residential developments and therefore no further action is required. D. Sustainable Mobility Plan The proposed project emerged from the Sustainable Mobility Plan, aiming to create a highly efficient and interconnected active transportation network throughout the city. The East and West Corridors, encompassing Tamarack Avenue and Poinsettia Lane, were selected through a careful and strategic process. Factors included commuter flow, connections to schools, residential areas, popular destinations like the coastline, and integration with public transportation hubs. The proposed project facilities a more seamless and convenient path of travel for all roadway users. E. Growth Management (CMC Chapter 21.90) The proposed project is located within Local Facilities Management Zone 1, 9, and 22 in the northeast and southwest quadrants of the city. The project is in compliance with the adopted performance standards and would provide the necessary public facilities identified in the facilities plan. Aug 16, 2023 Item #1 Page 18 of 35 Traffic Analysis For East/ West Corridor Emergency Resurfacing and Restriping Project (within Coastal Zone) August 2023 Exhibit 3 Aug 16, 2023 Item #1 Page 19 of 35 This analysis provides information on the Level of Service, or LOS, and capacity related to the restriping and reconfiguration of Tamarack Avenue between Skyline Drive and El Camino Real (ECR), and Poinsettia Lane between Carlsbad Boulevard and Avenida Encinas (see Figure 1 and Figure 2). The results of this analysis conclude that the proposed roadway reconfiguration will not have an adverse change or an impact on the roadway capacity or LOS for these segments. Figure 1: Project reconfiguration location on Tamarack Avenue between Skyline Drive and El Camino Real within the Coastal Zone Aug 16, 2023 Item #1 Page 20 of 35 Sr 1-ir of:/ '--'~,._ti-.~~ Plann·ng Coastal Zone Outl ne • • Coas:'!al Zone Boundary Asse$$ment Layer$ LCP Perm t Appeal Jur.sdcct:on Car'soad Category Permit Jurisdiction ■ Area of Deferred Certificction Appeel Jurisd ct.on Figure 2: Project reconfiguration location on Poinsettia Lane between Carlsbad Boulevard and Avenida Encinas within the Coastal Zone Project Approach The resurfacing and restriping project will not change the number of vehicular lanes through the intersections at the locations shown in Figures 1 and 2. The focus of this analysis is confined to the road segments between the intersections because there is no change to the intersections (see Table 1). Per California state law, and the Carlsbad General Plan Mobility Element, the delineation of the road segment shall balance the segment’s multimodal needs and address the demands of all existing and projected mode demands. The LOS Analysis provided below shows that the LOS remains at a level “A” for the proposed lane reconfigurations and will not change the LOS, roadway capacity, or the number of cars travelling along this roadway segment, or public access of the road segments (see Table 2). Aug 16, 2023 Item #1 Page 21 of 35 .---------..----;\-~ ~-~'\ I pie: I PACIFIC OCEAN \ 9, \'$ __ \ \!<Al --~ RR rntt Table 1: Intersections associated with the Tamarack Avenue and Poinsettia Lane street segments Current Configuration (Eastbound) Current Configuration (Westbound) Proposed Configuration (Eastbound) Proposed Configuration (Westbound) Change in LOS, number of vehicles traveling or public access Tamarack Avenue Street Section Skyline Dr. Intersection N/A 1 through lane; 1 right turn lane N/A 1 through lane; 1 right turn lane (no change) None El Camino Real Intersection 1 through lane; 1 right turn lane; 1 left turn lane N/A 1 through lane; 1 right turn lane; 1 left turn lane (no change) N/A None Poinsettia Lane Street Section Carlsbad Blvd. Intersection N/A 2 left turn lanes; 1 right turn lane N/A 2 left turn lanes; 1 right turn lane (no change) None Ave. Encinas Intersection 3 through lanes N/A 3 through lanes (no change) N/A None Table 2: Peak Hour Level of Service Analysis of the East/ West Corridor Emergency Restriping and Resurfacing Project at Tamarack Avenue between Skyline Drive and El Camino Real and Poinsettia Lane between Carlsbad Boulevard and Avenida Encinas within the Coastal Zone 2 vehicle lanes – Existing LOS 1 vehicle lane- Existing LOS 2 vehicle lanes – Projected LOS 1 vehicle lane- Projected LOS Change in LOS, number of vehicles traveling or public access Tamarack Avenue Street Section Segment between intersections (Eastbound) A (A) A (A) A (A) A (A) None Segment between intersections (Westbound) A (A) A (A) A (A) A (A) None Poinsettia Lane Street Section Segment between intersections (Eastbound) A (A) A (A) A (A) A (A) None Segment between intersections (Westbound) A (A) A (A) A (A) A (A) None Note: For LOS values, X (X) = AM (PM) Peak Hour LOS Aug 16, 2023 Item #1 Page 22 of 35 LOS Analysis This LOS Analysis uses a one-direction maximum capacity of 1,800 vehicles per hour (vph), per lane, in the peak period. Mid-block roadway segment operations were determined based on the maximum one- direction lane volume to capacity ratio. The mid-block roadway segment LOS ranges are based on the maximum one direction lane volume (V) to capacity (C) ratios, which correlate as follows: V/C Ratio (LOS) 0.0 – 0.60 (A) 0.61 – 0.70 (B) 0.71 – 0.80 (C) 0.81 – 0.90 (D) 0.91 – 1.00 (E) Greater than 1.00 (F) Assuming 1,800 vehicles per lane per hour as the roadway capacity for Tamarack Avenue between Skyline Drive and El Camino Real: 2- lanes Existing Volumes Weekday, V/C Ratio, LOS AM Peak (EB)=335 vph, V/C= 0.09, LOS=A AM Peak (WB)=549 vph, V/C= 0.15, LOS=A PM Peak (EB) =458 vph, V/C=0.13, LOS=A PM Peak (WB) =483 vph, V/C=0.13, LOS=A 1 -lane Existing Volumes Weekday, V/C Ratio, LOS AM Peak (EB)=335 vph, V/C= 0.19, LOS=A AM Peak (WB)=549 vph, V/C= 0.31, LOS=A PM Peak (EB) =458 vph, V/C=0.25, LOS=A PM Peak (WB) =483 vph, V/C=0.27, LOS=A 1 – lane Future Volumes Weekday1, V/C Ratio, LOS AM Peak (EB)=464 vph, V/C= 0.26, LOS=A AM Peak (WB)=760 vph, V/C= 0.42, LOS=A PM Peak (EB) =634 vph, V/C=0.35, LOS=A PM Peak (WB) =668 vph, V/C=0.37, LOS=A Assuming 1,800 vehicles per lane per hour as the roadway capacity for Poinsettia Lane between Carlsbad Boulevard and Avenida Encinas: 2- lanes Existing Volumes Weekday, V/C Ratio, LOS AM Peak (EB)=281 vph, V/C= 0.08, LOS=A AM Peak (WB)=254 vph, V/C= 0.07, LOS=A PM Peak (EB) =356 vph, V/C=0.10, LOS=A PM Peak (WB) =442 vph, V/C=0.12, LOS=A 1 -lane Existing Volumes Weekday, V/C Ratio, LOS 1 Future volumes based on SANDAG ABM2+/2021 RP, assuming a future year of 2035. SANDAG ABM2+/2021 RP projects an annual growth of vehicle volumes of 1.7% for this segment of Tamarack Avenue. Aug 16, 2023 Item #1 Page 23 of 35 AM Peak (EB)=281 vph, V/C= 0.16, LOS=A AM Peak (WB)=254 vph, V/C= 0.14, LOS=A PM Peak (EB) =356 vph, V/C=0.20, LOS=A PM Peak (WB) =442 vph, V/C=0.25, LOS=A 1 – lane Future Volumes Weekday2, V/C Ratio, LOS AM Peak (EB)=324 vph, V/C= 0.18, LOS=A AM Peak (WB)=282 vph, V/C= 0.16, LOS=A PM Peak (EB) =398 vph, V/C=0.22, LOS=A PM Peak (WB) =501 vph, V/C=0.28, LOS=A The Future Year traffic volumes scenario for Poinsettia Lane provides analysis of traffic volumes forecasted for the future year 2035. The San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) Activity Based Model (ABM) 2+/2021 Regional Plan indicates a - 0.1% annual reduction in traffic volumes on Poinsettia Lane. However, to provide a more conservative assessment of future traffic conditions on Poinsettia Lane, this analysis assumes an annual growth rate of 0.5%. Additionally, traffic generated by an approved project on Ponto Road, the FPC Residential project, was also added to the existing traffic volumes along Poinsettia Lane as part of future year 2035 conditions. This included 18 AM peak hour and 22 PM peak hour trips along this segment per the approved Local Mobility Analysis report for the FPC Residential project. The results of this analysis show that Poinsettia Lane is forecast to operate at LOS A in the future year of 2035 with the proposed restriping project. Discussion Are there adverse impacts, changes in capacity of the road, the intensity of land use, or access? Response: No. The restriping of the travel lanes included in this project is needed to improve multimodal transportation. The existing lane configuration provides wide areas for the vehicles but not sufficient room to other modes of transportation. By balancing the lane widths as proposed, all the modes will be better served in providing access along the coastline. Implementation of the restriping of the travel lanes will help support goals and policies outlined within the Carlsbad General Plan Mobility Element to accommodate all modes of travel. This includes goals and policies such as 3-G.1, 3-P.1 and 3-P.16. The proposed project includes engineering design changes and traffic calming measures that will cause motorists to drive at the appropriate speeds and with more care throughout the project corridors without any additional delays or congestion. Bicyclists will experience improved conditions with wider enhanced/buffered bike lanes, clear delineation of conflict zones with high visibility green striping at intersections which will encourage bicycling by contributing to enhanced safety and comfortability among users of the bicycle network. Pedestrians will experience additional buffered space away from 2 Future volumes based on SANDAG ABM2+/2021 RP, assuming a future year of 2035. SANDAG ABM2+/2021 RP projects an annual reduction in vehicle volumes of 0.1% for this segment of Poinsettia Lane. However for purposes of this analysis a 0.5% annual growth rate was assumed to provide a conservative assessment of future conditions on Poinsettia Lane. Future volumes also include traffic generated by a nearby approved project on Ponto Road, the FPC Residential project. Aug 16, 2023 Item #1 Page 24 of 35 vehicular travel lanes and new high visibility crosswalks at intersections. Therefore, there are no adverse impacts associated with the proposed reconfiguration. The project would be consistent with the adopted Carlsbad General Plan Mobility Element goals and policies and the Sustainable Mobility Plan’s Complete Streets Design Guidelines. The project would not conflict with any policies, plans, or programs regarding public transit, roadways, bicycle, or pedestrian facilities or the performance or safety of those facilities. What are the impacts to LOS and travel times through the segments? Response: No relevant change in the capacity of the road, the LOS of the roadway segments, or the vehicle travel times through the segment. This analysis indicates that the current vehicle LOS A will remain the same with the proposed striping. Additionally, the LOS for the other modes of travel will improve. Regarding the impacts of travel time through the segments, the following assumptions were made: · Previous vehicle average speed through segment is approximately 40 mph. · Estimated average vehicle speed through segment with proposed restriping is 30 mph. Therefore, the difference in time through the Tamarack Avenue segment would be based on a 10-mph difference, which equates to approximately 15 seconds. The difference in time through the Poinsettia Lane segment would be only 7 seconds. For these road segments, the appropriate speed with all modes of travel should not be more than 30 mph. The issue being addressed is the existing travel speeds that are above the posted speed of 35 mph, which are not appropriate for this street typology and use. Will the City monitor these reconfiguration areas? Response: Yes. The city will monitor the performance of the restriping on all modes of travel following the completion of the project. If the restriping causes additional congestion issues for vehicles, the city will return the striping to a two-vehicle lane configuration throughout the affected segments. Conclusion This LOS Analysis concludes that the city’s East/West Corridor Emergency Restriping and Resurfacing project maintains a LOS level “A” for the proposed lane configuration and will not change the LOS or change the number of vehicles travelling along this roadway segment, land-use intensity, or public access to the road segments or to the coast. Aug 16, 2023 Item #1 Page 25 of 35 Revised 07/21 CEQA DETERMINATION OF EXEMPTION Subject: This California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Determination of Exemption is in compliance with Carlsbad Municipal Code Section 19.04.060. An appeal to this determination must be filed in writing with the required fee within ten (10) calendar days of the City Planner’s decision consistent with Carlsbad Municipal Code Section 21.54.140. City Planner Decision Date: July 11, 2023 Project Number and Title: East to West Corridor Road and Pedestrian Improvements Project Location - Specific: Tamarack Avenue between Sunny Hill Drive and El Camino Real, and Poinsettia Lane between Carlsbad Boulevard and Avenida Encinas Project Location - City: Carlsbad Project Location - County: San Diego Description of Project: A request to approve pedestrian improvements and reconfiguration of Tamarack Avenue, between Sunny Hill Drive and El Camino Real and Poinsettia Lane, between Carlsbad Boulevard and Avenida Encinas. The roadway segments will be stripped from four through-vehicle lanes to two through-vehicle lanes, while maintaining dedicated left and right turn lanes at the intersections. In addition, the Project includes class II buffered bike lanes, identified by pavement striping and signs. Areas of potential conflict with other road users will be identified by green paint. Name of Public Agency Approving Project: City of Carlsbad Name of Person or Agency Carrying Out Project: City of Carlsbad, Public Works Name of Applicant: Eric Zielke, Senior Engineer Applicant’s Address: 1635 Faraday Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92008 Applicant’s Telephone Number: 442-339-2230 Name of Applicant/Identity of person undertaking the project (if different from the applicant above): N/A Exempt Status: (Check One) Ministerial (Section 21080(b)(1); 15268); Declared Emergency (Section 21080(b)(3); 15269(a)); Emergency Project (Section 21080(b)(4); 15269 (b)(c)); Categorical Exemption - State type and section number: Section 15301 (c): Existing Facilities (Class 1) Statutory Exemptions - State code number: Common Sense Exemption (Section 15061(b)(3)) Reasons why project is exempt: The California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), and its implementing regulations (“CEQA Guidelines”) adopted by the Secretary of the California Natural Resources Agency, list classes of projects that have been determined not to have a significant effect on the environment and as a result are exempt from further environmental review under CEQA. City staff completed a review of the project and potential environmental impacts associated with the project pursuant to CEQA and concluded Exhibit 4 Aug 16, 2023 Item #1 Page 26 of 35 □ □ □ ~ □ □ Revised 07/21 that the project qualified for an exemption pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15301(c) (Existing Facilities). The CEQA Guidelines include a list of classes of projects which have been determined not to have a significant effect on the environment and which shall, therefore, be exempt from the provisions of CEQA. CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 is a Class 1 exemption for existing facilities, and includes (c) Existing highways and streets, sidewalks, gutters, bicycle and pedestrian trails, and similar facilities (this includes road grading for the purpose of public safety), and other alterations such as the addition of bicycle facilities, including but not limited to bicycle parking, bicycle-share facilities and bicycle lanes, transit improvements such as bus lanes, pedestrian crossings, street trees, and other similar alterations that do not create additional automobile lanes). The improvements to these arterial corridors involve negligible expansion of the current uses beyond existing and does not result in additional automobile lanes. The improvements to the city’s existing mobility network under this action will improve public safety and address the critical issues raised in the emergency declaration. Actions are anticipated to involve negligible expansion of the current facilities and infrastructure beyond the existing and will not result in additional automobile lanes. The actions are not expected to increase vehicular use of the roadway, will not occur within the existing public right-of-way, and will not change the overall facility use of the mobility network. No exception to the exemption as set forth in CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2 applies. Additionally, none of the limitations on using an exemption in Carlsbad Municipal Code 19.04.070 (B) applies. For the reasons stated above, the action is categorically exempt from CEQA under CEQA Guidelines Section 15304(c). 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RELOCATE EXISTING SIGN(S) TO NEW POST (IF APPLICABLE) AS NOTED. REMOVE BY GRINDING ALL EXISTING CONFLICTING TRAFFIC STRIPING, MARKING, OR ARROW AS NOTED, INCLUDING RAISED PAVEMENT MARKERS. REMOVE AND SALVAGE SIGN AND POST AS NOTED. SIGNALIZED INTERSECTION EXISTING SIGN (ONE POST) NEW SIGN (ONE POST) EXISTING WIDTH PROPOSED WIDTH 56 (R) 15.5'X163' 62 40 20 0 40 80 120 '----I~ I I I SCALE: 1 "=40 ' 5.5'X93' 62 ..... 'I~ /,e \ I ~..----------------, " AS BUil T" P.E. __ _ EXP. ___ _ DATE REVIEWED BY: INSPECTOR DATE ~ CITY OF CARLSBAD 1------1--+----------------t-----t---t------i,-, ~ ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT 1-----+--+--------------+----t--t-----t-----i ~ ~ DATE INITIAL ENGINEER OF WORK REVISION DESCRIPTION IMPROVEMENT PLANS FOR: 2022 EAST-WEST CORRIDOR RESURFACING AND RESTRIPING TAMARACK AVE ROW SIGNING & STRIPING PLANS ./) APPROVED: THOMAS FRANK l/:.i// 21112023 ' CITY ENGINEER RCE 49070 EXP.9/30/24 DATE DATE INITIAL DATE INITIAL I RVWD BY: 11 PROJECT NO. 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Acronym Description Acronym Description APA American Planning Association LCPA Local Coastal Program Amendment APN Assessor Parcel Number LOS Level of Service AQMD Air Quality Management District MND Mitigated Negative Declaration BMP Best Management Practice NCTD North County Transit District CALTRANS California Department of Transportation ND Negative Declaration CC City Council PC Planning Commission CCR Conditions, Covenants and Restrictions PDP Planned Development Permit CEQA California Environmental Quality Act PEIR Program Environmental Impact Report CFD Community Facilities District PUD Planned Unit Development CIP Capital Improvement Program ROW Right of Way COA Conditions of Approval RWQCB Regional Water Quality Control Board CofO Certificate of Occupancy SANDAG San Diego Association of Governments CT Tentative Parcel Map SDP Site Development Permit CUP Conditional Use Permit SP Specific Plan DIF Development Impact Fee SWPPP Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program DISTRICT City Council Member District Number TM Tentative Map EIR Environmental Impact Report ZC Zone Change EIS Environmental Impact Statement (federal) EPA Environmental Protection Agency FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency GP General Plan GPA General Plan Amendment GIS Geographic Information Systems HCA Housing Crisis Act 2019 IS Initial Study Aug 16, 2023 Item #1 Page 35 of 35 To the members of the: CITY COUNCIL Date'&/ 1 o /,a CA ..JL cc ~ CM L ACM ✓ DCM(3)L August 10, 2023 Council Memorandum {city of Carlsbad Memo ID# 2023087 To: From: Honorable Mayor Blackburn and Members of the City Council Paz Gomez, Deputy City Manager, Publ~orks Via: Geoff Patnoe, Assistant City Manager ~ Re: Tamarack Avenue Traffic Calming Project Update (District 1) This memorandum provides an update on the Tamarack Avenue Traffic Calming, Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Project No. 6070 (Project), which implements expedited improvements to address speeding concerns on Tamarack Avenue between Adams Street and Skyline Road as part of the Safer Streets Together Plan. Background Residents along Tamarack Avenue between Adams Street and Skyline Road have consistently expressed concerns about traffic safety due to speeding. The city is planning a long-term project to redesign the entire Tamarack Avenue corridor to reflect the City Council's policies in the General Plan Mobility Element, which focuses on designing streets to meet the needs and priorities of people of all ages and abilities who live, walk, bike or drive in the area. Because this longer-term project is still several years away, on July 5, 2022, the Traffic & Mobility Commission recommended that the City Council direct staff to expedite a short-term solution to reduce speeding on Tamarack Avenue between Adams Street and Skyline Road. Staff provided an update to the City Council on the short-term project in the Semiannual Transportation Report presentation on July 26, 2022. The Semiannual Transportation Report highlighted a three-phase plan for traffic calming on Tamarack Avenue. This three-phase plan includes: 1) an expedited short-term traffic-calming project on Tamarack Avenue between Adams Street and Skyline Road; 2) data collection, observation and an after-action report on the newly installed intersection improvements at Tamarack Avenue and Valley Street including the pedestrian hybrid "HAWK" signal, shortly after the short-term project completion; and 3) implementation of a longer-term Sustainable Mobility Plan transformative corridor project along Tamarack Avenue. The short-term traffic calming project focuses on cost-effective traffic calming solutions such as speed cushions that could be implemented quickly. For the longer-term transformative corridor project, staff will consider redesigning the Tamarack Avenue corridor to enhance mobility for all users and may consider features like traffic circles, roundabouts and curb extensions, consistent with the General Plan Mobility Element, approved by the City Council in 2015. Public Works Branch Transportation Department 1635 Faraday Avenue I Carlsbad, CA 92008 I 442-339-2730 t Council Memo -Tamarack Avenue Traffic Calming Project Update (District 1) August 10, 2023 Page 2 In fall 2022, the project team created a conceptual design featuring three raised crosswalks and six speed cushions, and subsequently sought input from the community. Staff refined the conceptual design of the short-term project based on the input and presented the project to the Traffic & Mobility Commission on December 5, 2022. The commission approved supporting staff's recommended plan . Emergency vehicle considerations As the concept plan was further developed during the design process, Public Works staff worked closely with the Fire Department to ensure the proposed traffic-calming measures met operational needs. The Fire Department indicated that though speed cushions are designed with gaps to allow fire engines to straddle the bumps without significant slowing, the Fire Department utilizes Tamarack Avenue to access Interstate Highway 5 (1-5) and the region's trauma centers, so the potential delay in patient movement associated with the proposed speed cushions weighed against the improved safety speed cushions would provide. Due to this risk assessment, staff developed a revised design for traffic calming on Tamarack Avenue using speed tables instead of speed cushions. Speed tables have a bigger footprint than speed cushions and have a flat-topped height of 3-3.5 inches and a typical overall length of 22 feet, with no gaps. Studies have shown that speed tables are preferred for ambulance routes because they cause less delay and patient disruption while still being effective in reducing vehicle speeds. Raised crosswalks are essentially speed tables that function as crosswalks as well and are marked accordingly. Based on input from the Fire Department, the concept plan was revised to include three raised crosswalks and two speed tables instead of the three raised crosswalks and six speed cushions that were proposed in the initial concept plan. The revised plan was presented to the Traffic & Mobility Commission on February 6, 2023, and the commission approved supporting it. Community outreach Community outreach focused on residents who live along and near this section of Tamarack Avenue, parents arid other members of the Valley Middle and Magnolia Elementary School communities, and those who use Tamarack Avenue to travel from eastern Carlsbad to 1-5 and the coast. Community members were notified about the project through the following: DATE CHANNEL TOPIC AUDIENCE 9/21/2022 Email Project announcement/how to Interested stakeholders provide input/stay informed 9/23/2022 Nextdoor app Project announcement/how to Project area and northeast provide input/stay informed Carlsbad 9/27/2022 Postcard mailer Project announcement/how to Residents next to new provide input/stay informed features, neighborhood 10/6/2022 City Manager's Project announcement/how to Citywide Update email provide input/stay informed Council Memo -Tamarack Avenue Traffic Calming Project Update {District 1) August 10, 2023 Page 3 DATE CHANNEL TOPIC AUDIENCE 10/6/2022 Banner Project announcement/how to Community members provide input/stay informed 10/10/2022 Email Project announcement/how to Interested stakeholders provide input/stay informed 10/11/2022 Nextdoor app Project announcement/how to Project area and northeast provide input/stay informed Carlsbad 10/17/2022 Email Survey now available Interested stakeholders 10/20/2022 Nextdoor app Surv~y now available Project area and northeast Carlsbad 10/20/2022 City Manager's Survey now available Citywide Update email 10/21/2022 Email Survey reminder Interested stakeholders 11/16/2022 Resident letter Notification of feature proposed next Residents next to mailer to your home proposed features 11/18/2022 Email Project update, 12/5 TMC meeting, Interested stakeholders opportunity for input 11/30/2022 Magnolia Project update, 12/5 TMC meeting, Parents with children Elementary opportunity for input attending Magnolia School Elementary School newsletter 11/30/2022 Valley Middle Project update, 12/5 TMC meeting, Parents with children School opportunity for input attending Valley Middle newsletter School 12/2/2022 Email Reminder, Project update, 12/5 Traffic Interested stakeholders & Mobility Commission meeting, opportunity for input 12/2/2022 Various social Project update, 12/5 Traffic & Mobility Citywide media platforms Commission meeting, opportunity for input 12/2/2022 Nextd.oor app Project update, 12/5 Traffic & Mobility Project area and northeast Commission meeting, opportunity for Carlsbad input 12/9/2022 Email Traffic & Mobility Commission Interested stakeholders meeting recap, changes to proposed design Input opportunities for the original concept plan design • Public meeting-October 12, 2022, at Valley Middle School, 55 participants • Online input -_October 17 fo 24, 2022, received 73 responses • Traffic & Mobility Commission meeting -December 5, 2022 Council Memo -Tamarack Avenue Traffic Calming Project Update (District 1) August 10, 2023 Page 4 Outreach for the revised design Community members were notified about the changes to the original design through the following: DATE CHANNEL TOPIC AUDIENCE 1/31/2023 Email Project update -fewer features, Interested stakeholders 2/6 Traffic & Mobility Commission meeting 2/2/2023 Door hangers Project update -fewer features, Residents next to proposed 2/6 Traffic & Mobility Commission features meeting 2/3/2023 Email 2/6 Traffic & Mobility Commission Interested stakeholders meeting 2/3/2023 Nextdoor app Project update -fewer features, Project area and northeast 2/6 Traffic & Mobility Commission Carlsbad meeting 2/16/2023 Email Next steps following 2/6 Traffic & Interested stakeholders Mobility Commission meeting 3/17/2023 Email Timeline update Interested stakeholders 3/31/2023 Resident letter Project update -new feature Residents next to proposed mailer locations, feature proposed in front locations of your home 5/30/2023 Email Schedule update Interested stakeholders 7/27/2023 · Door hangers Construction starting soon Residents next to proposed features 7/28/2023 Email Construction starting soon Interested stakeholders 7/31/2023 Nextdoor app Construction starting soon Project area and northeast Carlsbad Input opportunities for the revised design • Traffic & Mobility Commission meeting -February 6, 2023 • Mailed letters to residents adjacent to proposed features on March 31, 2023 (Attachment A) Feedback received Community feedback identified the following priorities for the short-term traffic calming project: Can be done quickly Low cost/investment • Does not reduce parking Will slow traffic Council Memo -Tamarack Avenue Traffic Calming Project Update (District 1) August 10, 2023 Page 5 Feedback about the initial concept design was positive. Concerns expressed included: Do not think speed cushions will work to slow traffic Do not think speeding is a problem on this street Concern speed cushions would damage cars Concern plan would push traffic to other streets Prefer increasing enforcement instead Do not think plan will slow down e-bikes In terms of locations for the traffic-calming measures, community members provided the following feedback: Move speed cushions closer to stop signs so people do not roll through stop signs • Add raised crosswalks at all stop signs • Convert speed cushion at James Drive into a raised crosswalk • Only one speed cushion needed between Adams Street and Highland Drive • Too many speed cushions Raised crosswalks between Skyline Road and Valley Street would help, but no need for enhancements on the rest of the street • Use speed cushions without breaks in them to prevent speeders from swerving to avoid them Feedback about the revised design included: • Concerns about reducing the total number of traffic-calming measures • Suggestion to convert a speed table near James Drive to a raised crosswalk • Suggestion to move the raised crosswalk from the west side of Sunnyhill Drive to the east side • Concern about the speed table west of the curve in Tamarack Avenue, near Crescent Point Road In response to t he letter staff mailed on March 31, 2023, the city received email and phone inquiries from one resident. Eleven residents did not reply. The letter and map that were mailed to residents are included in Attachment A. Discussion Final project design Based on community feedback, staff changed the speed table at James Drive to a raised crosswalk. All three raised crosswalks on Tamarack Avenue (located at the intersections of James Drive, Valley Street and Sunnyhill Drive) will be enhanced with rectangular rapid flashing beacons to improve pedestrian access. In addition, two speed tables will be placed at Adair Way and between Crescent Point Road and Alder Avenue. See Attachment B for the final traffic- calming plan. Council Memo -Tamarack Avenue Traffic Calming Project Update (District 1) August 10, 2023 Page 6 Although the number of proposed traffic-calming measures have been reduced from the initial concept, the proposed raised crosswalks and speed tables working in conjunction with the existing stop signs, traffic signal and pedestrian signals along Tamarack Avenue will effectively slow speed in the interim while staff develop the scope for the longer-term transformative corridor project for Tamarack Avenue. Construction Construction of the short-term traffic calming project started in late July 2023 and is scheduled to be completed in late August 2023. After start of construction, three residents contacted staff with concerns about placement of the raised crosswalks or speed tables as described below: 1. One resident was concerned that the placement of the speed table would decrease his property value. 2. Another resident supports the objectives of the project and requested a raised crosswalk at James Drive but is concerned with the location of t he crosswalk in front of his house. 3. A third resident thinks speeding is a problem on Tamarack Avenue and had concerns about the speed table location west of Crescent Point Road. Two of the three residents report ed that the city did not communicate with them about the project and the final design. Staff endeavored to notify the community and stakeholders as outlined in the Community Outreach section. Moving forward, staff plan to reach out to residents immediately adjacent to affected property frontages earlier in the planning process to ensure these residents are informed and understand what is being proposed. Next Steps Construction of the short-term traffic calming project is scheduled to be completed by the end of August 2023. Staff will continue to work with residents who have expressed concerns about construction of the improvements to answer questions. Attachments: A. Letter to residents dated March 31, 2023 B. Final project design cc: Scott Chadwick, City Manager Cindie McMahon, City Attorney Gary Barberio, Deputy City Manager, Community Services Laura Rocha, Deputy City Manager, Administrative Services Mickey Williams, Police Chief Michael Calderwood, Fire Chief Tom Frank, Transportation Director/City Engineer Council Memo -Tamarack Avenue Traffic Calming Project Update (District 1) August 10, 2023 Page 7 Jeff Murphy, Community Development Director Kristina Ray, Community & Engagement Director John Kim, City Traffic Engineer Nathan Schmidt, Transportation Planning and Mobility Manager Babaq Taj, Engineering Manager Miriam Jim, Senior Engineer Mar. 31, 2023 Notice of proposed improvements near XXXX Tamarack Avenue Reducing speeding on Tamarack Avenue Attachment A Traffic safety is a high priority for the City of Carlsbad and the city is developing several projects to reduce speeding throughout the city, including along Tamarack Avenue. Since we last contacted you, the plan has been revised to be more compatible with our newer emergency vehicles while encouraging drivers to slow down. The plan includes five "vertical deflections" -or raised features that cause cars to slow down. • Two speed tables are planned, at the intersection with Adair Way, and between Alder Avenue and Crescent Point Road. Speed tables have ramps on both sides and a flat top about the length of a car. They help reduce speeding and are easier for emergency vehicles to navigate. • Three raised crosswalks are planned, at the intersections with James Drive, Valley Street and Sunnyhill Drive. Raised crosswalks reduce speeding while making it easier for people driving to see pedestrians as they cross the street. Rectangular flashing beacon lights will be installed at the raised crosswalks to help improve visibility. These lights are similar to what you see at several intersections along Carlsbad Boulevard. One of the proposed improvements is near you r property. If you have questions or concerns about the implementation of this project, feel free to contact me at the phone number or email located at the bottom of the page by April. 14, 2023. Construction to install these features is anticipated to begin before summer 2023. A map of the project features is included on the back of this letter. You can learn more about the project at carlsbadca.gov/Tamarack. We appreciate your participation in the process as we move forward with developing a traffic calming plan that will address the speeding concerns of your neighborhood and improve livability for all users. Sincerely, ~~uiu:;- Lindy Pham, P.E. 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I'm unable to tell from the image below because some streets are not labeled, so could you please clarify: 1. Where is Isthmus Drive - the entrance to Poinsettia Cove off of Poinsettia? 2. The far left of the image shows 3 lanes in the same direction (East or Westbound, unable to tell but one left turn, one straight and one right turn). Are these lanes exits from the campground or am I looking at this the wrong way? 3. Poinsettia currently has 4 lanes - 2 Eastbound and 2 Westbound from Carlsbad Blvd to Avenida Encinas - an integral road to the beach communities. Am I understanding correctly that these will go from 2 lanes each way to 1 lane each way? 4. Have there been any impact studies on traffic, pollution, homeowners surrounding this new proposal? 5. When was Poinsettia Lane widened from 2 to 4 lanes to help ease traffic and back up with the growth Carlsbad was experiencing? I'm thinking it was 10 or so years ago. 6. What is the purpose with the incredible growth since the widening in #5, and success easing rush hour and Summer traffic, is the proposal to go backwards? I'm not understanding what's worthwhile to make auto traffic worse after making progress with the widening when Carlsbad was less congested. 7. Can you provide a timeline of milestones or link to view the timeline of milestones on steps for this proposal if it were to continue moving forward? Thank you so much. This proposal could greatly and negatively impact me professionally, financially, noise-wise, air quality, quality of life (as it was prior to Poinsettia being widened) as well as the surrounding community, so I want to fully understand the proposal and potential impact. Warm regards, Sue Blecman From: sueb528@roadrunner.com <sueb528@roadrunner.com> Sent: Monday, August 7, 2023 5:40 PM To: Izzak Mireles <Izzak.Mireles@carlsbadca.gov> Subject: Question regarding CDP2023-0018 E/W Corridor Road & Pedestrian Improvement Hello Izzak, I received the Notice of Public Hearing in the mail and would like some clarification on the reconfiguration of Poinsettia Lane between Carlsbad Blvd and Avenida Encinas. If the proposal is implemented, will is: - Reduce the Westbound auto lanes from 2 to 1? - Reduce the Eastbound auto lanes from 2 to 1? - Is there any change to the pedestrian crossing lanes? If not please consider implementing signs to prevent pedestrians from crossing incorrectly at Poinsettia and Carlsbad Blvd as if it is an all way intersection (e.g. the "X" crossing in downtown Carlsbad). Often people cross diagonally when there is no cross walk on the east/west crossing on the north side of the intersection (where there is no crosswalk). Thank you! Sue Blecman Poinsettia Cove Community (live at this intersection) CAUTION: Do not open attachments or click on links unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. CAUTION: Do not open attachments or click on links unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. From:Izzak Mireles To:Cynthia Vigeland Subject:FW: Questions about Tamarack Project Date:Thursday, August 10, 2023 1:21:19 PM Public comment #2 Community Development Department Izzak Mireles | Associate Planner From: Bryan Thunstrom <bthunstrom@me.com> Sent: Wednesday, August 9, 2023 10:15 AM To: Izzak Mireles <Izzak.Mireles@carlsbadca.gov> Cc: Paige Thunstrom <bpthunstrom@gmail.com> Subject: Questions about Tamarack Project Good morning! I received this letter from the City Of Carlsbad over the weekend. The proposed pedestrian improvement project will affect Tamarack directly down the middle of the Carlsbad Palisades community (Amberwood, Birchwood, Coralwood, & Driftwood). “The project will add a large buffer to the existing class II bike lanes by restriping vehicle lanes in this area from 4 to 2 through-vehicle lanes, while maintaining the same number of dedicated turn lanes at intersections.” I have some concerns when turning onto Birchwood and Amberwood from Tamarack (either direction/ E & W). Cars often tail residents closely and don’t expect us to turn onto Birchwood or Amberwood. At the moment there is room for them to pass around us using the other lane. With one lane only speeds may be reduced but there may not be anywhere for tailing traffic to go to avoid rear ending residents and guests entering the community. Can you give me more detail where lanes go from one back to two lanes? What the proposed layout will be at Amberwood Ct.? Break in buffer and ingress/egress? Any greater detail would be appreciated. Sincerely, Bryan Thunstrom 4704 Amberwood Ct. (949) 231-9732 Sent using voice recognition. Please ignore incorrect dictation. CAUTION: Do not open attachments or click on links unless you recognize the Planning Commission Aug. 16, 2023 {c ity of Carlsbad PROCEDURES •Request to Speak Form required for all items •Request to Speak Forms must be turned in to the Minutes Clerk prior to the item commencing •All speakers will be given 3 minutes unless that time is reduced by the chairperson {c ity of Carlsbad PROCEDURES CONTINUED 1.Public Hearing opened 2.Staff Presentation 3.Planning Commission questions on staff presentation 4.Applicant presentation 5.Public testimony opened 6.Input from public 7.Applicant response (if necessary) 8.Public testimony closed 9.Planning Commission discussion 10.Planning Commission vote 11.Public hearing closed {c ity of Carlsbad PROCEDURES CONTINUED Certain Planning Commission decisions are final, but may be appealed to the City Council. An appeal may be filed with the City Clerk at City Hall within ten (10) calendar days of the decision. The cost of filing an appeal is $847 for all matters. If anyone wishes to question a Planning Commission decision, they may contact the Planning Division at 1635 Faraday Avenue between the hours of 7:30 and 5:30 Monday through Thursday and 8:00 to 5:00 Friday. A time limit of 3 minutes is allotted to each speaker. Items submitted for viewing, including presentations/digital materials, will be included in the time limit maximum for speakers. {c ity of Carlsbad AGENDA ITEMS 1. CDP 2023-0018, East and West Corridor Road and Pedestrian Improvements 2. CUP2021-0008/ CDP2021-0031 (DEV02060) – Vigilucci’s Seafood & Steakhouse – CONTINUED ON SEPT. 20, 2023 {c ity of Carlsbad Izzak Mireles, Associate Planner Community Development Department Aug. 16, 2023 East and West Corridor Road and Pedestrian Improvements CDP 2023-0018 6 ( City of Carlsbad Agenda •Safer Streets Together Plan •Location and Background •Scope •Consistency •Recommended Action AGENDA 7 {c ity of Carlsbad Safer Streets Together Plan 3 Options Worbhffl or. ... __ +I ______ Olr'-'ll'•~ .... -....,._ __ --------•w:i...•--•-iar-, ..... ..... ·--·-• • C ......... • • • • .. .. .. .. .. V V • • • .. .. .. .. -. ..._ . -•···· LOCATION AND BACKGROUND 9 -Res urfacing and restriping -With roadway reconfiguration {c ity of Carlsbad LOCATION AND BACKGROUND 10 {c ity of Carlsbad LOCATION AND BACKGROUND General Plan Zoning Tamarack Avenue11 {c ity of Carlsbad LOCATION AND BACKGROUND General Plan Zoning Poinsettia Lane12 {c ity of Carlsbad SCOPE Tamarack Avenue Expand Bicycle Buffer via Lane Reduction Paint Only Area 13 SCOPE Poinsettia Lane Expand Bicycle Buffer via Lane Reduction Paint Only Area 14 Jnck in the Bo• ,! CAUSES OF SEVERE COLLISIONS IN CARLSBAD City of Carlsbad, July 2017 – March 202315 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 Unsafe speed Other Improper turning Driving Hazardous under moverrient influence Signs, signals Pedestrian Right of violation Way violation CAUSES OF FATAL COLLISIONS IN CARLSBAD City of Carlsbad, July 2017 – March 202316 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 Unsafe speed Pedestrian violation Driving under influence Improper turning Signs, signals Other -Right of Way violation BENEFITS FOR ALL USERS •Reduces speeding •Improves the line of sight and access for side street users •Identifies conflict areas •More separation between cars and bikes SAFER STREETS TOGETHER PLAN 17 {c ity of Carlsbad Multi-Modal Level of Service •Complete streets design •Performance Measurement of A-F •Proposed project performs at a level of service of A SCOPE 18 {c ity of Carlsbad Project Consistency •General Plan •Zoning Ordinance •Local Coastal Program CONSISTENCY 19 {c ity of Carlsbad CEQA Determination CONSISTENCY 20 •July 11, 2023 – City Planner issued determination of exemption pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 – Existing Facilities. •July 11, 2023 – CEQA Determination is posted for the 10- day noticing period. •July 21, 2023 – End of notice; no appeal filed. 20 1111111 {c ity of Carlsbad Recommended Action RECOMMENDED ACTION Adopt the resolution, Exhibit 1, recommending approval of the coastal development permit 21 {c ity of Carlsbad Izzak Mireles, Associate Planner Community Development Department Aug. 16, 2023 East and West Corridor Road and Pedestrian Improvements CDP 2023-0018 22 ( City of Carlsbad Back Up Slides 23 24 Crosswalk at Tamarack & Sunnyhill Drive Existing Condition of Tamarack and Sunnyhill Drive REDUCING SPEEDING ON TAMARACK 0 R.)i.~ CfOUWidk CIP No. 6070 -August 10, 2023