Shell Beach Streetscape Improvement Project

Benjamin A. Fine, P.E. Director of Public Works/City Engineer Eric R. Eldridge, P.E. Senior Engineer October 4, 2017 1

History

 Shell Beach Road (SBR) Corridor  Important resource  “embodies much of the historical ambiance and flavor of small California beach towns”  General Plan identifies need for Specific Plan  Recommendation for:  Revitalization  Street tree type and locations  Signage  Sidewalks  Parking  Building massing 4

History Continued

 Shell Beach Improvement Group (SBIG)  SBIG began Master Plan efforts in 2005  Formal work began 2007

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Project Overview

 Cliff Avenue  Terrace Avenue  Completely transform SBR  According to the Master Plan, adopted in April 2009  Over 20 public workshops  Council/Planning Commission Meetings  Art in the Park  Pacific Breezes  Bus Tour  SBIG Meetings  Etc 6

Project Overview Cont.

 Public input was received on:  Design and placement of street furniture  Design and placement of trash and recycle bins  Design, placement and length of bulb-outs  Design and placement of the multi-use trail  Type of landscaping  Sidewalk treatments  Bollard lighting

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Project Overview Cont.

The project will  Underground overhead utilities  Upgrade the water line  Install new street lights, benches, trash cans and recycle bins  Construct a multimodal path along the east (freeway) side of SBR  Construct an 8 foot wide sidewalk with ADA improvements on the west (business) side of SBR  Install traffic calming bulb-outs which will also provide pedestrian refuge and landscaping opportunities  Construct new parking lot on SBR (Capistrano/Wamona) 8

Project Overview Cont.

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Public Art

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Public Art

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Amenities

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Amenities

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Landscaping

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