AgdaPkt 2017-12-04 Joint SA PFA - Laserfiche WebLink

Browse Search

8.13. - Page 14 corridor. The Plan also recommends expanding and better utilizing existing parks and open spaces, such as at Sequoia High School, as well as opportunities to create new ones with leftover right-of-way and with new development in activity centers. Plazas and open spaces would be an important anchor for activity centers, providing opportunities for people to gather. IMPLEMENTATION The Corridor Plan is a policy document that outlines a set of strategies and actions to meet the vision and goals. The actions are organized by timeframe and directly correspond to the strategies listed in the Plan. Factors that affect the timeframe include feasibility, funding, and level of City control over implementation. As EI Camino Real is within Caltrans' jurisdiction, all actions affecting the right-of-way require review and approval by Caltrans. However, land use is within the City's control and zoning changes would be further analyzed and processed following adoption of the Plan. While many actions are long term and require further coordination, analysis, and funding to implement, others can be done right away. The Plan identifies key priorities that would begin changes right away. Within the first year of adoption, staff would prioritize the following actions: 1. Evaluate signal timing and left turn restrictions to improve traffic flow 2. Complete design drawings (30%) for streetscape improvements between Maple and Charter — funded by the Caltrans Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant 3. Amend zoning consistent with the Corridor Plan 4. Business outreach on marketing, banner programs, and establishing an assessment district Because the Corridor Plan is not a precise plan, no changes to the code automatically occur. The implementation section is essentially a work plan that provides the groundwork for achieving the Corridor's vision, and will be built into the annual budgeting process. This is where the rubber meets the road and sets the stage for further analysis and actions. It is critical for the implementation actions to occur in order to execute the Corridor Plan. GENERAL PLAN AND ZONING COMPLIANCE The Corridor Plan is consistent with General Plan goals and the recent efforts of the Grand Boulevard Initiative (GBI) as well as the NACTO Urban Street Desiqn Guide. It helps achieve General Plan's Goal BE -12 for an EI Camino Real Corridor that "supports