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HomeMy WebLinkAbout012026-06.2 BICYCLE ADVISORY STAFF REPORT 6.2 TO: Bicycle Advisory Commission January 20, 2026 SUBJECT: Review Application for 2026/2027 Transportation Development Act (TDA) Article 3 Funds for Pedestrian and Bicycle Projects BACKGROUND The Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) is accepting applications for FY2027 TDA Article 3 pedestrian/bicycle funds, with submissions due January 29, 2026, via the Contra Costa Transportation Authority. The Town has received $467,000 for similar projects in the past. This proposal supports the 2021 Bicycle Master Plan by improving safety at key intersections connecting to the Iron Horse Trail. The Bicycle Advisory Committee’s review ensures the project aligns with community bicycle priorities. DISCUSSION The Bicycle Signal Detection Improvements Project installs NoTraffic Video Detection Systems, high-visibility facilities, and signal timing enhancements at intersections on Diablo Road, Stone Valley Road, Camino Ramon, and Blackhawk Road (per Bicycle Master Plan, CIP No. C-621). These AI-powered systems detect bicyclists reliably, trigger safe crossings, enable bike counts, and optimize timing to reduce delays and conflicts. High- visibility markings improve guidance and safety for bicyclists/pedestrians accessing the Iron Horse Trail. Estimated cost: $204,380; requesting $150,000 in TDA funds. Committee input will refine the application per MTC requirements. RECOMMENDATION Review the TDA Article 3 application for the Bicycle Facilities Improvements Project, provide comments, and endorse for submission to the Metropolitan Transportation Commission. Prepared by: Allan Shields Transportation Manager Attachments: A – TDA Application TOWN OF DANVILLE 2026/2027 Transportation Development Act, Article 3 Program Funding Application Bicycle Master Plan – Bicycle Lane, Detection, and Signal Improvements, Capital Improvement Program No. C-621 January 29, 2026 PROJECT DESCRIPTION The Town of Danville’s Bicycle Lane, Detection, and Signal Improvements Project (“project”) consists of the design and installation of NoTraffic Video Detection Systems, signal timing improvements, and high visibility bicycle facilities at key signalized intersections along major corridors (Attachment ): Diablo Road Stone Valley Road Camino Ramon Blackhawk Road These intersections serve as critical connections to regional trails, including the Iron Horse Trail, and have been identified as high-priority locations for bicycle safety enhancements in the Town of Danville 2021 Bicycle Master Plan and the current Capital Improvement ATTACHMENT A TOWN OF DANVILLE FY27 Transportation Development Act (TDA), Article 3 Program Application January 29, 2026 Program (CIP No. C-621, Attachment D). The project addresses recommendations from the Bicycle Master Plan for improved signal responsiveness and visibility to better accommodate bicyclists, reducing delays and enhancing safety at these busy locations. The NoTraffic Video Detection System is an advanced AI-powered video detection technology that reliably detects bicyclists approaching intersections, triggers traffic signals to provide safe crossing times, and supports automated bike counts for ongoing monitoring and planning. This system provides superior detection compared to traditional methods, ensuring bicyclists are recognized even in challenging conditions, and promotes efficient signal operations for all users. To further enhance bicycle accommodations, the project includes signal timing improvements specifically designed to provide more favorable progression and reduced wait times for bicyclists. These enhancements will optimize green time allocation, adjust cycle lengths where appropriate, and implement bicycle-priority phasing at select approaches, resulting in smoother and safer travel for cyclists along these key corridors. Complementing the detection systems, the project includes durable thermoplastic pavement markings to enhance visibility and guidance within bike lanes and at crossings. These high-visibility treatments provide clear delineation, improve guidance for cyclists, and alert motorists to the presence of bicycle facilities. The proposed improvements align with the Metropolitan Transportation Commission Transportation Development Act Article 3 program requirements. The project has been reviewed as part of the Town's Bicycle Master Plan implementation process. FUNDING STRATEGY The preliminary engineering estimate for the project is approximately $204,380, with the Town requesting $150,000 in TDA Article 3 funding to cover a portion of the costs. Final plans, specifications, and estimates are expected to be completed in summer 2026, with construction contingent upon funding availability and the Bicycle Master Plan implementation schedule. TOWN OF DANVILLE FY27 Transportation Development Act (TDA), Article 3 Program Application January 29, 2026 ENGINEER ESTIMATE: Description Quantity Unit Unit Cost Cost Furnish and install a 3 Camera System at Diablo Road and Camino Tassajara Intersection 1 LS $9,200 $9,200 Furnish and install a 4 Camera System at Diablo Road and El Cerro Intersection 1 LS $12,000 $12,000 Furnish and install a 4 Camera System at Diablo Road and Matadera Way Intersection 1 LS $12,000 $12,000 Furnish and install a 6 Camera System at Green Valley Road and Blemer Road / Cameo Drive Intersection 1 LS $18,400 $18,400 Furnish and install a 4 Camera System at Stone Valley Road and Monte Vista High School Intersection 1 LS $12,000 $12,000 Furnish and install a 4 Camera System at Camino Ramon and Rose Garden Shopping Center Intersection 1 LS $12,000 $12,000 Furnish and install a 3 Camera System at Camino Ramon and El Capitan Intersection 1 LS $9,200 $9,200 Furnish and install a 4 Camera System at Camino Ramon and Greenbrook Drive Intersection 1 LS $12,000 $12,000 Furnish and install a 4 Camera System at Blackhawk Road and Blackhawk Plaza Circle Intersection 1 LS $12,000 $12,000 Furnish and install a 4 Camera System at Blackhawk Road and Silver Maple Drive Intersection 1 LS $12,000 $12,000 Pavement Markings, Striping and Signs 1 LS $65,000 $65,000 Subtotal $185,800 10% Contingency $18,580 Design 0 Total $204,380 List of Attachments A – Project Location Exhibits B – NoTraffic System Information C – Select Sections from the 2021 Danville Bicycle Master Plan D – MTC TDA Article 3 Model Resolution, Findings and Claim Form E – Town of Danville Resolution No. 04-2026 CONTACT: Allan Shields, Transportation Manager Town of Danville 500 La Gonda Way Danville, CA 94526 Ph. (925) 314-3374 ashields@danville.ca.gov TOWN OF DANVILLE FY27 Transportation Development Act (TDA), Article 3 Program Application January 29, 2026 Attachment A TOWN OF DANVILLE FY27 Transportation Development Act (TDA), Article 3 Program Application January 29, 2026 Attachment B Dashboard showing current NoTraffic Video Detection at San Ramon Valley Blvd and Sycamore Valley Road, Danville TOWN OF DANVILLE FY27 Transportation Development Act (TDA), Article 3 Program Application January 29, 2026 Dashboard showing current NoTraffic Video Detection at San Ramon Valley Blvd and Sycamore Valley Road, Danville TOWN OF DANVILLE FY27 Transportation Development Act (TDA), Article 3 Program Application January 29, 2026 Attachment C TOWN OF DANVILLE FY27 Transportation Development Act (TDA), Article 3 Program Application January 29, 2026 TOWN OF DANVILLE FY27 Transportation Development Act (TDA), Article 3 Program Application January 29, 2026 TOWN OF DANVILLE FY27 Transportation Development Act (TDA), Article 3 Program Application January 29, 2026 TOWN OF DANVILLE FY27 Transportation Development Act (TDA), Article 3 Program Application January 29, 2026 TOWN OF DANVILLE FY27 Transportation Development Act (TDA), Article 3 Program Application January 29, 2026 TOWN OF DANVILLE FY27 Transportation Development Act (TDA), Article 3 Program Application January 29, 2026 MTC, November 2022 TDA Article 3 Model Resolution Page 1 Metropolitan Transportation Commission Transportation Development Act Article 3 Funds Bicycle and Pedestrian Projects Instructions for the Use of the Model Governing Body Resolution by Claimants (A model resolution follows these instructions) The model resolution contains four parts: 1. Abstract of the purpose of the resolution (optional) 2. Body of the Resolution 3. Attachment A to the Resolution – Required Findings 4. Attachment B to the Resolution – MTC Application Form All TDA Article 3 claimants should use this model resolution since it includes proper wording for findings to be made by the claimant. One resolution may be used for requesting allocations for multiple projects. A claimant may reformat the resolution for administrative purposes, but any wording changes should be approved by MTC in advance. Attachment A, the “Findings,” must be included as part of the resolution. If you have questions about revising any of the text in the resolution or in Attachment A, or altering any of the findings, please contact MTC for prior approval. For attachment B – local Congestion Management agency or county-approved forms may be used in lieu of MTC’s standard format if basic identifying information about the project and the project sponsor is included. A separate “Project Application” form must be used for each project. If the claim covers multiple projects, the multiple claim forms still constitute only one Attachment B. In other words, Attachment B can be one to “n” number of claim forms, and the total number of pages of Attachment B is the total number of pages of all of the claim forms (including any accompanying pages). Where you see INSERT NUMBER, insert – in black type – the number you assign to the resolution. Where you see INSERT NAME OF CLAIMANT, insert – in upper and lower case black type – the official name of the city or county (e.g., “the City of Oakland,” “the County of Solano”). Where you see INSERT NAME OF COUNTY, insert – in upper and lower case black type – the name of the county from which the claim is being submitted (e.g., “Napa County”). November 2022 TDA Article 3 Model Resolution Page 2 Resolution No. TBD Abstract [Optional] This resolution approves the request to the Metropolitan Transportation Commission by the Town of Danville for an allocation of Transportation Development Act Article 3 Pedestrian and Bicycle Project funding for fiscal year FY27. November 2022 TDA Article 3 Model Resolution Page 3 Resolution No. TBD Re: Request to the Metropolitan Transportation Commission for the allocation of fiscal year FY27 Transportation Development Act Article 3 Pedestrian/Bicycle project funding WHEREAS, Article 3 of the Transportation Development Act (TDA), Public Utilities Code (PUC) Section 99200 et seq., authorizes the submission of claims to a regional transportation planning agency for the funding of projects exclusively for the benefit and/or use of pedestrians and bicyclists; and WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC), as the regional transportation planning agency for the San Francisco Bay region, has adopted MTC Resolution No. 4108, Revised, entitled “Transportation Development Act, Article 3, Pedestrian/Bicycle Projects,” which delineates procedures and criteria for submission of requests for the allocation of “TDA Article 3” funding; and WHEREAS, MTC Resolution No. 4108, Revised requires that requests for the allocation of TDA Article 3 funding be submitted as part of a single, countywide coordinated claim from each county in the San Francisco Bay region; and WHEREAS, the Town of Danville desires to submit a request to MTC for the allocation of TDA Article 3 funds to support the projects described in Attachment B to this resolution, which are for the exclusive benefit and/or use of pedestrians and/or bicyclists; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, that the Town of Danville declares it is eligible to request an allocation of TDA Article 3 funds pursuant to Section 99234 of the Public Utilities Code, and furthermore, be it RESOLVED, that there is no pending or threatened litigation that might adversely affect the project or projects described in Attachment B to this resolution, or that might impair the ability of the Town of Danville to carry out the project; and furthermore, be it RESOLVED, that the Town of Danville attests to the accuracy of and approves the statements in Attachment A to this resolution; and furthermore, be it RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution and its attachments, and any accompanying supporting materials shall be forwarded to the congestion management agency, countywide transportation planning agency, or county association of governments, as the case may be, of Contra Costa County for submission to MTC as part of the countywide coordinated TDA Article 3 claim. The Town of Danville adopted this resolution on January 13, 2026. AYES: NAYS: Certified to by (signature): Marie Sunseri, Town of Danville City Clerk November 2022 TDA Article 3 Model Resolution Page 4 Resolution No. TBD Attachment A Re: Request to the Metropolitan Transportation Commission for the Allocation of Fiscal Year FY27 Transportation Development Act Article 3 Pedestrian/Bicycle Project Funding Findings Page 1 of 1 1. That the Town of Danville is not legally impeded from submitting a request to the Metropolitan Transportation Commission for the allocation of Transportation Development Act (TDA) Article 3 funds, nor is the Town of Danville legally impeded from undertaking the project(s) described in “Attachment B” of this resolution. 2. That the Town of Danville has committed adequate staffing resources to complete the project(s) described in Attachment B. 3. A review of the project(s) described in Attachment B has resulted in the consideration of all pertinent matters, including those related to environmental and right-of-way permits and clearances, attendant to the successful completion of the project(s). 4. Issues attendant to securing environmental and right-of-way permits and clearances for the projects described in Attachment B have been reviewed and will be concluded in a manner and on a schedule that will not jeopardize the deadline for the use of the TDA funds being requested. 5. That the project(s) described in Attachment B comply with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA, Public Resources Code Sections 21000 et seq.). 6. That as portrayed in the budgetary description(s) of the project(s) in Attachment B, the sources of funding other than TDA are assured and adequate for completion of the project(s). 7. That the project(s) described in Attachment B are for capital construction and/or final design and engineering or quick build project; and/or for the maintenance of a Class I bikeway which is closed to motorized traffic and/or Class IV separated bikeway; and/or for the purposes of restriping Class II bicycle lanes; and/or for the development or support of a bicycle safety education program; and/or for the development of a comprehensive bicycle and/or pedestrian facilities plan, and an allocation of TDA Article 3 funding for such a plan has not been received by the Town of Danville within the prior five fiscal years. 8. That the project(s) described in Attachment B which are bicycle projects have been included in a detailed bicycle circulation element included in an adopted general plan, or included in an adopted comprehensive bikeway plan (such as outlined in Section 2377 of the California Bikeways Act, Streets and Highways Code section 2370 et seq.) or responds to an immediate community need, such as a quick-build project. 9. That any project described in Attachment B bicycle project meets the mandatory minimum safety design criteria published in the California Highway Design Manual or is in a National Association of City and Transportation Officials (NACTO) guidance or similar best practices document. 10. That the project(s) described in Attachment B will be completed in the allocated time (fiscal year of allocation plus two additional fiscal years). 11. That the Town of Danville agrees to maintain, or provide for the maintenance of, the project(s) and facilities described in Attachment B, for the benefit of and use by the public. November 2022 TDA Article 3 Model Resolution Page 5 Resolution No. _____ page ___ of ___ Attachment B TDA Article 3 Project Application Form 1. Agency Town of Danville 2. Primary Contact Allan Shields, Transportation Manager 3. Mailing Address 500 La Gonda Way, Danville, CA 94526 4. Email Address ashields@danville.ca.gov 5. Phone Number 925-314-3700 6. Secondary Contact (in the event primary is not available) Steven Jones, City Engineer 7. Mailing address (if different) N/A☐ 500 La Gonda Way, Danville, CA 94526 8. Email Address sjones@danville.ca.gov 9. Phone Number 925-314-3339 10. Send allocation instructions to (if different from above): Lani Ha, Finance Director / Treasurer Lha@danville.ca.gov 11. Project Title C-621 Town-wide Bicycle Facilities Improvements 12. Amount requested $150,000 13. Fiscal Year of Claim FY26 14. Description of Overall Project: 15. Project Scope Proposed for Funding: (Project level environmental, preliminary planning, and ROW are ineligible uses of TDA funds.) Implementation of video detection devices, signal timing improvements, and Roadway Markings at key intersections per Bike Master plan to boost safety and signal responsiveness. These systems detect cyclists and trigger safe crossings. It targets high-priority sites via community input, aligning with goals for safe facilities linking trails, reducing conflicts, and encouraging cycling. The proposed scope includes final engineering design, permitting, procurement, and installation of video detection devices, plus thermoplastic transportation facilities (e.g., durable markings) for enhanced cycling safety. This covers equipment acquisition, site preparation, signal integration, testing, and activation. It excludes ineligible activities. November 2022 TDA Article 3 Model Resolution Page 6 16. Project Location: A map of the project location is attached or a link to a online map of the project location is provided below: Project Relation to Regional Policies (for information only) 17. Is the project in an Equity Priority Community? Yes☐ No☒ 18. Is this project in a Priority Development Area or a Transit-Oriented Community? Yes☐ No☐ 19. Project Budget and Schedule Project Eligibility A. Has the project been reviewed by the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee? Yes ☐ No☒ If “YES,” identify the date and provide a copy or link to the agenda. If "NO," provide an explanation). - Project was reviewed by the Town of Danville Bicycle Advisory Committee on January 20, 2026. B. Has the project been approved by the claimant's governing body? Yes ☒ No☐ If "NO," provide expected date:__________________ C. Has this project previously received TDA Article 3 funding? Yes ☒ No☐ (If "YES," provide an explanation on a separate page) – Provided Below) - The awarded funding of $162,500 from TDA FY21 for the "Diablo Road (west) Bicycle Facility Improvements" project, which included constructing new Class II bicycle lanes to close gaps, widening and restriping existing lanes, installing high-visibility pavement markings such as bicycle boxes and conflict zone treatments, and upgrading trail access and signage. Project Location: A map of the project location is attached depicting both spot and corridor improvements and spot locations are listed below: Diablo Road and Camino Tassajara Diablo Road and El Cerro Blvd Diablo Road and Matadera Way Green Valley Road and Blemer Road / Cameo Drive Stone Valley Road and Monte Vista High School Camino Ramon and Rose Garden Shopping Center Camino Ramon and El Capitan Camino Ramon and Greenbrook Drive Blackhawk Road and Blackhawk Plaza Circle Blackhawk Road and Silver Maple Drive Project Phase TDA 3 Other Funds Total Cost Estimated Completion (month/year) Bike/Ped Plan ENV PA&ED PS&E ROW CON 150,000 54,380 204,380 12/31/2027 Total Cost 150,000 204,380 November 2022 TDA Article 3 Model Resolution Page 7 D. For "bikeways," does the project meet Caltrans minimum safety design criteria Yes☒ No☐ pursuant to Chapter 1000 of the California Highway Design Manual? E. 1. Is the project categorically exempt from CEQA, pursuant to CCR Section 15301(c), Yes ☒ No☐ Existing Facility? 2. If “NO” above, is the project is exempt from CEQA for another reason? Yes ☐ No☐ Cite the basis for the exemption. __________________________ N/A ☒ If the project is not exempt, please check “NO,” and provide environmental documentation, as appropriate. F. Estimated Completion Date of project (month and year): 12/31/2027 G. Have provisions been made by the claimant to maintain the project or facility, or has Yes☒ No☐ the claimant arranged for such maintenance by another agency? (If an agency other than the Claimant is to maintain the facility, please identify below and provide the agreement. H. Is a Complete Streets Checklist required for this project ? Yes☐ No☒ If the amount requested is over $250,000 or if the total project phase or construction phase is over $250,000, a Complete Streets checklist is likely required. Please attach the Complete Streets checklist or record of review, as applicable. More information and the form may be found here: https://mtc.ca.gov/planning/transportation/complete-streets TDA Article 3 Claim Applications Appendix A Page 1