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SR2S Agreement 2 April 18, 2011 Analysis The intersection of Bancroft Avenue and 136 Avenue is a four -way stop - controlled intersection on a route connecting the San Leandro High School Main Campus and the new 9 Grade Campus that opened in the Fall of 2010. The intersection of Bancroft Avenue and 136 Avenue is the main intersection near the school. It is the primary approach location for students from the south and west. A busy bus stop on East 14 Street requires students to pass through this intersection to reach the school. The addition of the new 9 Grade Campus increased the number of students crossing the intersection during school hours. These factors created a hazardous condition for pedestrians. A high number of pedestrians and vehicles converge on this location at the same time. Without an assigned right - of -way signal, the intersection is dangerous to cross. Based on the complaints received and Staff's observations, excessive delays and vehicle - pedestrian conflicts at the intersection during school commuting hours require attention. However, since Bancroft Avenue is classified as a residential arterial, the tools adopted by the City's Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program are not applicable. Staff determined that a traffic signal would be a valuable and effective device to control automobile, bicycle, and pedestrian traffic. Based on Staff's belief that a traffic signal is the best alternative to improve pedestrian and bicycle safety at this intersection, we applied for this grant. This grant will provide funding to construct a new traffic signal with bicycle detection and scrambled pedestrian signal phasing, signing, striping, and curb ramps. In addition, the funds will provide for administration of a traffic safety education program and increased police enforcement. Applicable General Plan Policy • Policy 14.03 — Funding: Aggressively pursue state and federal funding for bicycle and pedestrian improvements, while also including funding for bicycle and pedestrian improvements in the City's Capital Improvement Program • Policy 14.07 — Pedestrian Environment: Strive to achieve a more comfortable environment for pedestrians in all areas of San Leandro, with particular emphasis on the BART station areas, downtown, and major commercial thoroughfares such as East 14 Street • Action 14.07B— Pedestrian and Bicycle Crossing Improvements: Improve crossings for pedestrians and cyclists at intersections in the city through the use of brick pavers, small curb radii, bulb outs, street trees and landscaping near comers, and other measures that shorten pedestrian crossings or increase driver awareness of non - vehicle traffic. Continue to implement the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards and remove mobility barriers for persons with disabilities • Policy 16.03 — Maintenance: Regularly maintain city streets and traffic control devices to ensure that streets operate safely and efficiently