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Capital Improvement Project Application: City of Fresno

Bike Racks, Bus Stop Shelters, Sidewalks in Kings Canyon/Ventura Corridor Page 1 of 10

Project Summary

1. Project Title: Bike Racks, Bus Stop Shelters, Sidewalks in Kings Canyon/Ventura

Corridor

2. Project description: This grant will provide funding to place bicycle racks, bus

canopies and sidewalk construction for the Kings Canyon/Ventura corridor area.

3. Total TOD fund request: $223,616

4. Sponsoring jurisdiction: City of Fresno

5. Primary contact person: Elliott Balch

6. Title: Downtown Revitalization Manager

7. Address: 2600 Fresno St., Room 2156, Fresno, CA 93721

8. Phone: (559) 621-8366

9. E-mail: [email protected]

10. Other project partners: Bike Fresno, Kings Canyon/Ventura Merchants Association

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Project Description

1. Introduction. Please provide a description of project objectives, setting, and relationship of the

proposed project to existing and planned infrastructures in the project area.

The Ventura/Kings Canyon corridor has been identified by the PTIS study as a

good candidate for a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line and for Transit Oriented Development

investment. It is a busy mixed use corridor with multifamily residential, retail, and services

are in relatively close proximity. The following projects are designed to improve the multi-

modal connectivity to and from transit so as to better serve the community and promote

investment. The projects are all located on or within walking distance from the main

corridor.

Residents in this area have identified these projects as being important for

increasing transportation options in their community. The infrastructure will not only

benefit current area residents and businesses, but also current and future residents of

Fresno and the surrounding areas. The Ventura/Kings corridor is a popular shopping,

services and recreation destination which serves the entire metropolitan area and the

communities in south east Fresno County. Significant growth is also planned for the

surrounding area. Making concrete public investments now is important to attract the kind

of private investment that will be needed to ensure the long term financial viability of BRT

and other forms of transit.

Projects will support a proposed new affordable senior housing complex

(Ventura/8th

). Elderly and disabled residents will have improved access to transit and vital

services. Parents and children will also have a safer and more convenient access to school

and health services. There are also significant health benefits from increased active

transportation. The increased shade will not only provide comfort, but also lessen

potentially fatal heat exposure.

These projects will also improve the aesthetics of the corridor and surrounding

neighborhoods making it more attractive for potential investors. This BRT line will connect

downtown and the northernmost point of the city, making it easier to people to commute

without the need for a passenger vehicle. By making it easier and more comfortable to use

alternative forms of transportation, parking demand is eased and congestion reduced.

2. Nexus to Transit Oriented Development. Describe the nexus of the proposed project to transit

oriented development. Through an existing policy or an adopted plan, explain how the project

will boost transit ridership, encourage biking & walking and support a livable and viable transit

oriented community.

The Ventura/Kings Canyon corridor has been identified by the PTIS study as a

good candidate for a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line and for Transit Oriented Development

investment. It is a busy mixed use corridor with multifamily residential, retail, and services

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are in relatively close proximity. The following projects are designed to improve the multi-

modal connectivity to and from transit so as to better serve the community and promote

investment. The projects are all located on or within walking distance from the main

corridor.

Residents in this area have identified these projects as being important for

increasing transportation options in their community. The infrastructure will not only

benefit current area residents and businesses, but also current and future residents of

Fresno and the surrounding areas. The Ventura/Kings corridor is a popular shopping,

services and recreation destination which serves the entire metropolitan area and the

communities in south east Fresno County. Significant growth is also planned for the

surrounding area. Making concrete public investments now is important to attract the kind

of private investment that will be needed to ensure the long term financial viability of BRT

and other forms of transit.

These projects will also improve the aesthetics of the corridor and surrounding

neighborhoods making it more attractive for potential investors. This BRT line will connect

downtown and the northernmost point of the city, making it easier to people to commute

without the need for a passenger vehicle. By making it easier and more comfortable to use

alternative forms of transportation, parking demand is eased and congestion reduced.

3. Use of TOD Fund. Please describe how the incentive funding will be expended. Provide

details on the project/program the incentive funding will be expended on.

Specific sites (Bike racks): Kings Canyon/Chance (in front of Fresno Fairgrounds), Kings Canyon/Cedar and

Kings Canyon/Chestnut. These are areas of high density, close to schools, shopping centers

and multiple residential housing complexes. Bike racks are needed to make travelling safer

and more convenient for riders using the existing bicycle lanes on this corridor. Lack of

bike racks is a deterrent for people wishing to use this form of transportation due to

concerns for potential theft.

Furthermore, a distinct bike rack design can help create a sense of place and

community, thus beautifying the area. Design of bike racks will be conducted in

collaboration with “Bike Fresno” and the “Kings Canyon Merchants Association”.

Specific sites (Bus Canopies): Chestnut/Kings Canyon (Southwest corner on Chestnut), Kings Canyon/ Chestnut

(in front of Cambridge High School) and Kings Canyon/Maple (Northwest corner)

These are areas of high ridership, close to schools, shopping centers, senior rest

homes, churches and apartment complexes. Bus canopies not only make the area more

attractive, they provide much needed shelter for passengers during the summer months.

We will explore utilizing canopies with solar panels for maximum energy efficiency and

lighting at night.

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Sidewalk Construction Site (Infrastructure): Install Sidewalk and Curb in front of South Orange. Addresses are 1003, 1005,

1017, 1027 and 1031 S. Orange Ave. Improving access to schools has been a transportation priority at the national, state

and local level. This project connects a school that educates 800 plus students and offers

ESL classes for parents and families. It is a direct pathway to access the Kings

Canyon/Ventura corridor and in the middle of apartment complexes and the only

neighborhood health clinic in the immediate area (4 square miles). Adding a sidewalk will

improve pedestrian safety by giving them an appropriate place to walk, whereas they are

currently walking on the road or in the dirt. This infrastructure also improves the City’s

standing per ADA guidelines.

The project will include trees to provide shade and a more comfortable travel

experience, as well as beautify the neighborhood. Construction of the sidewalk will take

place outside of peak air quality hours and days, and will implement measures to mitigate

fugitive dust, lessening the health impact to surrounding residents.

4. Affordable Housing. Please identify, if applicable, percentage of affordable housing in the

project.

Projects will support a proposed new senior housing complex at Ventura/8th

with

100% of the 92 units affordable. Elderly and disabled residents will have improved access

to transit and vital services. Parents and children will also have a safer and more

convenient access to school and health services. There are also significant health benefits

from increased active transportation. The increased shade will not only provide comfort,

but also lessen potentially fatal heat exposure.

5. Green Building. Please describe, if applicable, any green building element in the project.

The project will include trees to provide shade and a more comfortable travel

experience, as well as beautify the neighborhood. Construction of the sidewalk will take

place outside of peak air quality hours and days, and will implement measures to control

fugitive dust, lessening the health impact to surrounding residents. We will explore

utilizing canopies with solar panels for maximum energy efficiency and lighting at night.

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6. Project Schedule and Scope of Work. If the incentive money is to be expended on capital

improvement projects, please outline the scope of work for this project. Please briefly describe

deliverables and anticipated completion dates for each deliverables. Please also provide estimates

of project expenses funded by the TOD program, and project revenue for the entire project.

For clarity the following schedule and scope discussion is divided into three component

subprojects. Timeframes provided assume an FCTA Cooperative Agreement approval date

of September 25, 2013.

1. Bike racks

This subproject is to install bicycle racks at three locations: Kings Canyon/Chance (in front

of Fresno Fairgrounds), Kings Canyon/Cedar and Kings Canyon/Chestnut. These racks

cost approximately $500 plus tax to purchase, and approximately $140 each to install.

Construction of this subproject is expected to be complete by March 31, 2014.

Project expenses (TOD fund)

Item Amount

Engineering 0

Environmental Documentation 0

Right of Way 0

Construction $2,040

Project Revenue (all sources)

Source Year

Year 1 ($) Year 2 ($) Year 3 ($) Year 4 ($)

TOD $2,040

Local

State

Federal

Private

Total $2,040

2. Bus canopies

This subproject is to install bus shelters at three sites: Kings Canyon/Chestnut (SW corner

on Chestnut), Kings Canyon/Chestnut (in front of Cambridge High School) and Kings

Canyon/Maple (NW corner). Not including tax, the average canopy costs $6,000, a bench

costs $400, and the installation of both components costs $280 per shelter. Construction of

this subproject is expected to be complete by March 31, 2014. The budget below is

approximate and assumes no challenges for installation at the identified sites.

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Item Amount

Engineering 0


Right of Way 0

Construction $21,576


Source Year


TOD $21,576

Local

State

Federal

Private

Total $21,576

3. Sidewalk construction

This subproject is to install sidewalk, curb/gutter and 8-10 feet of asphalt paving for a

distance of approximately 400 feet on South Orange Avenue between Lowe Avenue and

Alta Avenue. Right-of-way acquisition phase will take approx 6 months, relocation of

PG&E facilities (at PG&E’s cost) will take 6-8 months, and construction would follow with

duration of 2-3 months. Construction of this subproject is expected to be complete by

December 31, 2014.


Item Amount

Engineering (incl. admin) $28,000


Right of Way $45,000

Construction (incl. inspection) $127,000


Source Year


TOD $73,000 $127,000

Local

State

Federal

Private

Total $73,000 $127,000

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PHOTOS OF PROJECT AREA

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RESOLUTION NO. 2013-46

A RESOLUTION OF THE COI-INCIL OF THE CITY OF FRESNOTO AUTHOzuZE SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS FORGRANT FUNDS TO THE FRESNO COUNTY MEASURE CTRANSIT ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (TOD) FORTRANSIT ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS ANDAUTHORIZE EXECUTION OF THE APPLICATION ANDRELATED DOCUMENTS BY THE CITY MANAGER ORDESIGNEE

WHEREAS, the TOD Program was created in the 2006 Measure C Extension Plan; and

WHEREAS, the goals of the TOD are to support community-based transit projects

developed through an inclusive planning process with broad private-public partnerships and

outreach; improve the range of transportation choices by supporting transit facilities and

improving links between facilities and activity nodes; and support well-designed, high-density

housing and mixed uses near transit; and

WHEREAS, the applicant's governing body must certify by resolution approval of the

applications and program participation; and

WHEREAS, the City desires to continue the Downtown Development Incentive Program

which offers waivers of citywide impact fees to help mitigate the cost of housing and mixed-use

infill development projects; and

WHEREAS, the City is desirous of improving infrastructure in the public right-of-way to

support nearby TOD projects.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Fresno as follows:

l. The filing of applications for the Downtown Revitalization Projects and

participation therein, consistent with constitutional and local law requirements and this resolution

is approved.

DateAdopted: 0411112013Date Approved: 04111 12013Etfective Date: 0411112013 Resolution No,2013-46

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2. Approve project applications for $700,000 of impact fee waivers, $608,930 for

downtown infrastructure improvements in the public right of way, and an amount needed for three

qualifying projects within %mile of the Proposed BRT stations along the proposed BRT corridor

of Ventura/Kings Canyon.

3. The City Manager or designee is authorized to execute and submit all application

documents, materials and certifications and so on which may be necessary in pursuit hereof,

subject to prior approval as to form by the City Attorney's Office.

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA )COUNTY OF FRESNO ) ss.

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I, YVONNE SPENCE, City Clerk of the City of Fresno, certify that the foregoingresolution was adopted by the Council of the City of Fresno, at a regular meeting held on the

1lth day of April ,2013.

AYESNOESABSENTABSTAINRECUSED

Baines, Brand, Brandau, Caprioglio, Quintero, XiongNoneNoneNoneOlivier

Mayor Approval: N/A 20t3Mayor ApprovalAtro Return: N/A .20t3Mayor Veto: N/A .20t3Council Override Vote:

APPROVED AS TO FORM:CITY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE

N/A ,2013

YVONNE SPENCE, CMC

C. Abrams, Deputy

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