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Home My WebLink About1995-04-25 - AGENDA REPORTS - CMTY STRATEGIC PLAN NEW RD (2)UNFINISHED BUSINESS DATE: April 25, 1995 AGENDA REPORT y Mana er Approval Item to be presented by: A\ Anthony J. Nisich r SUBJECT: COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN - ACTION ITEM #1- NEW ROAD DEPARTMENT: Community Development As part of the October 8, 1994 Community Strategic Plan, the participants identified the "lack of adequate" roadways throughout the Valley as a major concern. The focus was centered on east/west circulation, but there was an overall desire to construct new roadway links. In order to meet the goals outlined in the plan regarding new roadways, staff used public input to develop a list of roadway links and evaluation criteria to identify the first new roadway segment the City should consider for construction since incorporation. Identification of the roadway segment is the first step in constructing a new roadway. The goal through this process has been to construct the roadway link which benefits overall City-wide circulation the most. This effort would be a step towards the implementation of the City's General Plan. The City Council was first presented a preliminary list of roadway links and evaluation criteria at the meeting of February 14, 1995, at which time additional roadway segments where added to the list. In addition, the evaluation criteria drafted by staff was reviewed, and additional input and direction was given by Council, Following the Council meeting, the Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee (CTAC) reviewed and provided input on the roadway links and evaluation criteria. The attached matrix entitled "Roadway Comparative Analysis," Exhibit A, and the criteria sheet entitled "Rating Criteria and Benefits," Exhibit B, are a result of the input from the various meetings in which circulation was discussed. From this input, staff evaluated nine roadway segments identified by the Council, the public and CTAC. As part of the process to evaluate public support for the construction of a new roadway, staff presented the above information to the Chamber Transportation Committee and the Valencia Industrial Association (VIA). The Chamber Transportation Committee supported the findings of the matrix 11 in favor and 1 against. VIA did not take a vote for a particular roadway but indicated support of the process and construction of a new roadway. Continued Agenda Item: COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN ACTION ITEM #1 - NEW ROAD April 25, 1995 Page 2 In addition to the review by VIA and the Chamber's Transportation Committee, CTAC supported the findings of the evaluation 4 to 1. The one desenting vote at CTAC was for the Magic/Princessa connection. Subsequent to the CTAC meeting the members not present at the meeting supported the Via Princessa/Wiley Canyon option. At the April 4, 1995 Study Session, Council reviewed and discussed the final list of roadway segments and evaluation criteria. At the meeting staff was directed to return to this meeting with more specific information on the two highest ranked roadway segments. The attached Exhibits D and E are fact sheets for the two specific roadway segments which address Council concerns raised at the Study Session. Once the roadway segment is identified, staff will identify and evaluate possible funding sources for construction of the new roadway(s) for incorporation into the Capital Improvement budget process. These include but are not limited to various State Programs, Federal Programs and local funds both private and public. Staff will return at a later date to address funding options for the new roadway. WWIIDIN 11 D1 1 1. Review the more detailed information for the two roadway segments which ranked highest in the evaluation, and adopt the Via Princessa/Wiley Canyon Roadway link as the preferred alternative. 2. Direct staff to return with an alignment and list of funding options for Council consideration. ATTACHMENTS Exhibit A Roadway Comparative Analysis (Matrix) Exhibit B - Rating Criteria and Benefits Exhibit C - Vicinity Map Exhibit D Fact Sheet for Magic Mountain/Via Princessa Exhibit E - Fact Sheet for Via Princessa/Wiley Canyon RGN:hds m.63%n.w da2.rgn 1. Golden Valley Road Plum Canyon / SR -14 2. Lyons Avenue Extension San Fernando Road ! Dockweiler 3. Newhall Ranch/Santa Clarita Pkwy Bouquet Canyon / Soletlatl Canyon 4. Santa Clarita Parkway Bouquet Canyon / Soletlatl Canyon. 5. Santa Clarita Parkway Soledad Canyon / SR -14 6. Via Princessa Rainbow Glen ) Wiley Canyon (including bridge) 7. Via Princessa/Magic Mountain Rainbow Glen / San Fernando 8. Golden Valley Road Sierra Highway / SR -14 9. Wiley Canyon Road Calgrove Blvd. / Lyons Avenue LEGEND x = RATING (1 MINIMUM - 5 MAXIMUM) (x) = WEIGHTING (1-3) SAMPLE: Traffic Rating 3 Weight 3 Criteria Score = 9 3p 2 (2) 2 (2) 2 (1) 1 (f) 2 (1) } 2 (2) 4 (2) 3 (1) 1 (1) 1 (1) 2 (3) 3 (2) 4 (2) 3(f) 2(f) 2 (1) U 3 (2) y 2(f) 3 (1) 3 (1) 1 (3) C 2 (2) 3 (1) Q V 0 cc W to E 3 z J w z E E LL 2 n m tu '2 -E W m m LLI v y E o Z x 0 m a IS lL LL D o �' IM m y Z 3 o t Q ROADWAY LINK r m 0 z U.o € F- d w u Q F m m U z — 3� a 1. Golden Valley Road Plum Canyon / SR -14 2. Lyons Avenue Extension San Fernando Road ! Dockweiler 3. Newhall Ranch/Santa Clarita Pkwy Bouquet Canyon / Soletlatl Canyon 4. Santa Clarita Parkway Bouquet Canyon / Soletlatl Canyon. 5. Santa Clarita Parkway Soledad Canyon / SR -14 6. Via Princessa Rainbow Glen ) Wiley Canyon (including bridge) 7. Via Princessa/Magic Mountain Rainbow Glen / San Fernando 8. Golden Valley Road Sierra Highway / SR -14 9. Wiley Canyon Road Calgrove Blvd. / Lyons Avenue LEGEND x = RATING (1 MINIMUM - 5 MAXIMUM) (x) = WEIGHTING (1-3) SAMPLE: Traffic Rating 3 Weight 3 Criteria Score = 9 3p 2 (2) 2 (2) 2 (1) 1 (f) 2 (1) 2 (3) 2 (2) 4 (2) 3 (1) 1 (1) 1 (1) 2 (3) 3 (2) 4 (2) 3(f) 2(f) 2 (1) 3 (3) 3 (2) 2 (2) 2(f) 3 (1) 3 (1) 3 (3) 4 (2) 2 (2) 3 (r) 2 (1) 2 (1) 5 (3) 4 (2) 5 (2) 4 (1) 4 (1) 4p) 5 (3) 4 (2) 3 (2) 4 (1) 3(f) 4(l) 1 (3) 1 (2) 3 (2) 3(l) 2 (1) 1 (f) 1 (3) 2 (2) 2 (2) 3 (1) 1 (1) 1 (1)" 22 23 27 27 26 45 40 17 16 I Exhibit B CITY OF SANTA CLARITA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN ACTION ITEM #1 NEW ROAD RATING CRITERIA AND BENEFITS TRAFFIC FLOW • Benefit to existing roadway segments (traffic modeling) • Benefit to existing intersections (traffic modeling) • Anticipated usage at time of opening • Bridge and major thoroughfare route • Developer funding • Potential for grant funding • Ability for reimbursement • Total project cost 161610 • EIR vs Mitigated Negative Declaration • Permitting • Right-of-way • Construction • CEQA • Residential impacts • Business impacts • Impacts for river/oaks/hillside TRANSIT/EMERGENCY • Connectivity to major transit routes • Alternative emergency routes • Connections between activity centers • Additional transit access • Proximity to multi -family senior apartment housing CITYWIDE • Connectivity to congestion management program routes • Access for Santa Clarita Valley residents to major routes and major destinations • Complements the existing and planned roadway network. RGN:lkl engcivi\roodenm.rgn / VIA PRINCESSA / VIA PRINCESSA 1V11[C311NIIiT�Y M A P N T. S. EXHIBIT D City of Santa Clarita Community Strategic Plan - Action Item # 1 - New Road • Roadway: Magic Mountain Parkway/Via Princessa • Total Construction Cost: $32,000,000 Include full width grading and two lanes in each direction. Roadway construction cost: $18,000,000 Bridge construction cost: $14,000,000 • Total Length: 3.75 miles • Bridge and Major Thoroughfare District Improvements within the district include bridge over San Fernando and roadway from bridge to Rio Vista. EXHIBIT E City of Santa Clarita Community Strategic Plan - Action Item # 1 - New Road • Roadway: Via Princessa/Wiley Canyon . Includes full width grading and two lanes in each direction. • Total Estimated Construction Cost: $22,000,000 Roadway construction cost: $12,500,000 Bridge construction cost: $ 9,500,000 (Bridge over the South Fork of the Santa Clara) • Total Length: 3 miles • Bridge and Major Thoroughfare District Improvements within district include bridge over San Fernando (Wiley Canyon Bridge) and roadway from existing Via Princessa to Golden Valley. • At -Grade Crossing of Via Princessa with San Fernando Road An at -grade crossing of Via Princessa and San Fernando Road is not feasible in the current configuration considering the existing portions of Via Princessa within the Circle J Community. There is a significant difference in grade between the existing railroad tracks and San Fernando Road which precludes an at -grade crossing. In addition, it is anticipated there would be significant traffic delays due to an at -grade crossing with the railroad tracks. An additional issue regarding a new at -grade crossing would be current Public Utility Commission Policy of not allowing new at -grade railroad crossings. RGN:hds ,.,<wl.xhibd-e.,,