APPENDIX D Workshop Session 3 Sign-in sheets Agenda Booklet Display Boards Including Five Refined Design Concepts PowerPoint Presentation Questions Recorded Discussion of Preference Exercise
AGENDA Design Workshop Session 3 - Assessing the Options Golden Gate Club in the Presidio September 29, 2004 6:30 PM Purpose of Design Workshop Session 3: Review Screening Process and Refined Design Concepts Determine Preferences OPEN HOUSE 6:30 to 6:55 Review display boards of the refined design options and think about your preferences. Talk with the design team and agency representatives. PRESENTATION Welcome/ Meeting Objectives 6:55 to 7:00 Lee Saage, San Francisco County Transportation Authority Review of Results from Session 2 and Interim Activities 7:00 to 7:05 Ben Strumwasser, Public Affairs Management Presentation of Refined Options 7:05 to 7:20 Gary Kennerley, Parsons Brinckerhoff Questions and Clarifications on Options 7:20 to 7:30 Participant Preference Exercise 7:30 to 7:40 Ben Strumwasser, Public Affairs Management - BREAK Present and Discuss Results of Preference Exercise 7:50 to 8:20 Ben Strumwasser, Public Affairs Management Next Steps/Closing 8:20 to 8:25 Lee Saage, San Francisco County Transportation Authority
Design Charrette For the Intersection of Marina Boulevard, Mason Street, Lyon Street, Doyle Drive and Yacht Road Design Workshop Session 3 September 29, 2004 6:30-8:30PM
CONTENTS page RESULTS OF WORKSHOP SESSION 2 Preliminary Options A - Face Lift 3 B - Fully Signalized Intersection 4 C - Couplet: Yacht Rd in, Baker St out 5 D - Four Point Intersection T 6 E - Four Point Intersection Crescent 7 F - Roundabout 8 G - Extend Baker St, Close Yacht Rd 9 H - New Mason St/Doyle Drive Intersection 10 I - Close Mason St to Vehicles 11 SUMMARY 12 REFINED OPTIONS PRESENTED TONIGHT Combined Option A/B 14 Refined Option C 15 Refined Option D 16 Refined Option E 17 Refined Option G 18
RESULTS OF WORKSHOP 2 (August 25) Option A OPTION A: FACE LIFT POSITIVES Redesigned crosswalks, visible pedestrian striping Colored bike path PROPOSED CHANGES Line up sidewalks and crosswalks Make the streets narrower and the islands bigger Separate bike lanes and sidewalks with striping Add something to address U-turns Add better signage for cars turning out of Yacht Rd. Add a stop sign for eastbound from Mason St. Move the bike signals to the bike lane OPTION A will be combined with OPTION B to form a combined OPTION A/B. Note: Shaded comments do not require changes to the design option. - 3 -
RESULTS OF WORKSHOP 2 ( August 25) Option B OPTION B: FULLY SIGNALIZED INTERSECTION (INCLUDES A) POSITIVES Fully signalized movements Striping and phasing helps conflict of cars going from Mason to Marina Good visibility for vehicles coming out of Yacht Road Maintains restrictions for large vehicles/trucks PROPOSED CHANGES Fix the clumsy/narrow lane right turn from westbound Marina onto Yacht Road Add something to address U-turns Revise the right turn from eastbound Doyle to Lyon Replace the Mason Street bike lanes Add bike lanes on Marina Expand the islands Improve striping on bike path Replace westbound Marina lane Adjust timing to work with all modes and volumes OPTION B received favorable comments and will be carried forward as a refined COMBINED OPTION A/B. It can be recommended to DPT as a short-term implementation, minimal cost improvement. Note: Shaded comments do not require changes to the design option. - 4 -
RESULTS OF WORKSHOP 2 (August 25) Option C OPTION C COUPLET YACHT RD IN, BAKER ST OUT - Eliminates Yacht Rd/Mason St Conflict - Baker St Extension Becomes Egress for Yacht Clubs OPTION C: COUPLET - YACHT RD IN, BAKER ST OUT POSITIVES Pedestrian crossings are simple PROPOSED CHANGES Still a five-way intersection (same geometry as before) Adds an additional street thru Marina Green and an additional bike crossing Results in loss of open space Check with DPT if the Baker/Marina intersection will work, will it be signalized Check if Baker can be so close to the water (BCDC) Clearly identify the bike path Add a stop bar for southbound Baker OPTION C received both positive and negative comments, it will be refined Note: Shaded comments do not require changes to the design option - 5 -
RESULTS OF WORKSHOP 2 (August 25) Option D OPTION D FOUR POINT INTERSECTION T - Creates Four Point Signalized Intersection - Eliminates Yacht Rd/ Mason St Conflict - Simplifies Overall Movement - Improves Aesthetics OPTION D: FOUR POINT INTERSECTION T POSITIVES Improves maneuvers for large vehicles Simple configuration, clear design PROPOSED CHANGES Impacts historical features Its a clumsy intersection Check if the turning radius is adequate for boats and busses/show proof that the geometry works Further define pedestrian areas and bike lanes Improve bike lane direction and clarity at Yacht and Mason Add a right turn lane from Marina to Yacht Show that a back up at Mason and Yacht won t be a problem Show more than one lane for Lyon Show two lanes southbound on the connector OPTION D received both positive and negative comments, it will be refined Note: Shaded comments do not require changes to the design option. - 6 -
RESULTS OF WORKSHOP 2 (August 25) Option E OPTION E FOUR POINT INTERSECTION CRESCENT - Creates Four Point Signalized Intersection - Eliminates Yacht Rd/ Mason St Conflict - Enables Left Turn from Doyle Drive onto Yacht Rd/ Mason St - Attractive Terminus to Marina Blvd OPTION E: FOUR POINT INTERSECTION CRESCENT POSITIVES Simple movements Two lane crescent is positive Provides a right-turn from Marina Gives the appearance of more open space Encourages drivers to slow down Good to separate Mason and Marina PROPOSED CHANGES Impacts open space Driving access is negative The aesthetics are not beneficial Check if over designed- are two lanes needed? Replace a left turn from Doyle to Yacht Check if eastbound Mason movement is lengthy Check if signalized intersections are too close together and if they would impact the residents OPTION E received both positive and negative comments, it will be refined Note: Shaded comments do not require changes to the design option. - 7 -
RESULTS OF WORKSHOP 2 (August 25) Option F OPTION F ROUNDABOUT - Removes Signalization - Slows Traffic - Potential Aesthetic Improvement - Limited Operational Benefits OPTION F: ROUNDABOUT POSITIVES Respectful to neighbors Improves safety for bikes and pedestrians Slows traffic onto Marina Supports open space Provides a consistent flow of traffic PROPOSED CHANGES Bad design, could create a parking lot Dangerous for bikes and pedestrians Difficult for visually impaired People are unfamiliar with roundabouts Conflicts with adjacent off-ramp Show how it could work with uneven volumes OPTION F only received minimal acceptance, it has been screned. Note: Shaded comments do not require changes to the design option. - 8 -
RESULTS OF WORKSHOP 2 (August 25) Option G OPTION G EXTEND BAKER ST, CLOSE YACHT RD - Creates Four Point Intersection - Enables Additional Movements - Closing of Yacht Rd Improves Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety OPTION G: EXTEND BAKER ST, CLOSE YACHT RD POSITIVES Simplifies the intersection Best design so far for all modes Encourages cars to slow down PROPOSED CHANGES Doesn t address large vehicle/truck conflicts Removes open space Potentially negative for the harbor and neighbors adjacent to Baker Check if it conflicts with the SF General Plan Show how eastbound Marina will turn left to Baker OPTION G received support, it will be refined. Note: Shaded comments do not require changes to the design option. - 9 -
RESULTS OF WORKSHOP 2 (August 25) Option H OPTION H NEW MASON ST/ DOYLE DRIVE INTERSECTION WEST - Creates a Four Point Intersection - Creates a Transition from Doyle Drive to Marina Boulevard - Removes Historic Warehouse OPTION H: NEW MASON ST/ DOYLE DRIVE INTERSECTION WEST POSITIVES Creates views PROPOSED CHANGES Warehouse removal would require approval, could be a long process (Section 106) Warehouse is currently used by the Exploratorium The benefit of this option is not clear Show left turn lanes from Marina/Doyle Mason bike traffic is still a problem OPTION H received limited positive comments, it has been screened. Note: Shaded comments do not require changes to the design option. - 10 -
RESULTS OF WORKSHOP 2 (August 25) Option I OPTION I CLOSE MASON ST TO VEHICLES - Creates a Four Point Intersection - Closing of Mason St Improves Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety - Diverts Traffic to Adjacent Streets OPTION I: CLOSE MASON TO VEHICLES POSITIVES Bicyclists would love it Reduces traffic Improves open space Relieves Crissy Field traffic Positive impacts with Alt. 5 PROPOSED CHANGES Creates a convoluted route for vehicles and more traffic on other Presidio streets Does not serve all transportation modes Poor design OPTION I received very few positive comments, it has been screened. Note: Shaded comments do not require changes to the design option. - 11 -
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The Design Workshop Process Step 1: Identify Problems and Goals Reviewed Participant and Agency Input from Session 1 Step 2: Develop Preliminary Design Concepts Developed Design Concepts Step 3: Refine Design Options Screened Options Based on Input from Session 2 Categorized Problems and Goals into Topic Areas Session 2: Presented Nine Preliminary Design Concepts Coordinated with Jurisdictional Agencies Analyzed for Key Themes Gathered Feedback for each Design Concept Refined Options Session 3: Present Refined Options, Assess Preferences
Design Goals Identified by Participants in Session 1 VEHICLES Slow traffic from Doyle Drive Enable key movements between streets Clearer signalization Improve street layout for better maneuverability Accommodate future Doyle Drive TRAFFIC Signal timing to accommodate changing traffic volumes Resolve back up/conflict at Yacht Road/Mason Street Resolve conflicts between commuter, local, recreational, and event traffic PEDESTRIANS AND BICYCLES Improve pedestrian facilities, safety Improve bicycle facilities, safety Improve access to and from Crissy Field/ East Beach VISUAL PERCEPTION Improve visibility of traffic signals Reduce complexity, simplify intersection Improve aesthetics Maintain historic integrity Make consistent with adjacent open space
Preliminary Design Concepts Presented in Session 2 Option A - Face Lift B - Fully Signalized Intersection C - Couplet: Yacht Rd in, Baker St out D - Four Point Intersection T E - Four Point Intersection Crescent F - Roundabout G - Extend Baker St, Close Yacht Rd H - New Mason St/Doyle Drive Intersection I - Close Mason St to Vehicles No Further Refinement at This Time x x x Refined for Session 3 Combined A/B x x x x
The Initial Screening Process Based on Participant Input Small Group Work Results from Session 2 Participants favored Option B over A but were more interested in long-term options Participants offered more favorable/ less negative comments about Options C, D, E, G Participants offered little support/ significant negative comments about Options F, H, I Design Team Recommendations Propose a combined Option A/B to DPT as a short term solution Refinements to Options C, D, E and G Screen Options F, H, I from further refinement
Design Workshop Desired Outcomes As a Group, Identify One or More Preliminary Design Concepts for Recommendation Summarize and Fully Document Workshop Process Submit Summary and Recommendation(s) to the Department of Parking and Traffic (DPT) Follow up on Potential Funding Sources
Design Charrette For the Intersection of Marina Boulevard, Mason Street, Lyon Street, Doyle Drive and Yacht Road Design Workshop Session 3 September 29, 2004 6:30-8:30PM
OPEN HOUSE Review Display Boards of the Refined Design Options and think about your Preferences. Talk with the Design Team and Agency Representatives.
Welcome Lee Saage Doyle Drive Project Manager San Francisco County Transportation Authority
Objectives of Design Workshop Session 3 Review Screening Process and Refined Design Options Assess Participant and Agency Preferences Discuss Recommendations to DPT
Tonight s Agenda and Results from Session 2 Ben Strumwasser Senior Facilitator Public Affairs Management
Tonight s Agenda Review of Results from Session 2 and Interim Activities Presentation of Refined Design Options Participant Preference Exercise -Break- Preference Exercise Evaluation and Discussion Next Steps
Discussion Ground Rules Participants will be called upon to speak one person at a time When possible, avoid repeating comments Please respect one another and provide constructive input Please no cell phone usage in the meeting room
The Design Refinement Process Session 2 Presentation of Nine Preliminary Design Options Interim Activities Evaluation of Each Design Option Based on Comments Provided Small Group Discussions: Feedback Gathered for Each Design Option Screening of Options with Minimal Support Remaining Options Refined Coordination with Jurisdictional Agencies Five Refined Options Presented Tonight
Initial Screening Process Results Small Group Work Results from Session 2 Participants favored Option B over A but were more interested in long-term options Participants offered more favorable/ less negative comments about Options C, D, E, G Participants offered little support/ significant negative comments about Options F, H, I Design Team Recommendations Propose a combined Option A/B to DPT as a short-term solution Refinements to Options C, D, E, G Screen Options F, H, I from further refinement
Presentation of Refined Design Options Gary Kennerley Design Team Parsons Brinckerhoff
Refined Design Options Short Term Improvements Combined Option A/B Long Term Improvements Refined Option C Couplet - Yacht Rd in, Baker St out Refined Option D Four Point Intersection T Refined Option E Four Point Intersection Crescent Refined Option G Extend Baker St, Close Yacht Rd
Focus During Refinement Process Public Input Design Issues Geometrics Pedestrian and Bicycle Movements Traffic Operations Identification of Implementation Issues
COMBINED OPTION A/B FULLY SIGNALIZED INTERSECTION All Movements Signalized Improved Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Variable Signal Timing
Yacht Rd Mason St Marina Blvd Doyle Drive Lyon St OPTION C Baker St Baker St COUPLET YACHT RD IN, BAKER ST OUT - Eliminates Yacht Rd/Mason St Conflict - Baker St Extension Becomes Egress for Yacht Clubs
REFINED OPTION C COUPLET - YACHT RD IN/ BAKER ST OUT Eliminates Yacht Rd/ Mason St Conflict Baker St Extension Becomes Egress for Yacht Clubs Simplifies Pedestrian Movements
Yacht Rd Mason St Marina Blvd Doyle Drive Lyon St OPTION D Baker St FOUR POINT INTERSECTION T - Creates Four Point Signalized Intersection - Eliminates Yacht Rd/ Mason St Conflict - Simplifies Overall Movement - Improves Aesthetics
REFINED OPTION D FOUR POINT INTERSECTION T Creates Four Point Signalized Intersection Eliminates Yacht Rd/ Mason St Conflict Simplifies Overall Movement Improves Aesthetics
Yacht Rd Mason St Marina Blvd Doyle Drive Lyon St OPTION E Baker St FOUR POINT INTERSECTION CRESCENT - Creates Four Point Signalized Intersection - Eliminates Yacht Rd/ Mason St Conflict - Enables Left Turn from Doyle Drive onto Yacht Rd/ Mason St - Attractive Terminus to Marina Blvd
REFINED OPTION E FOUR POINT INTERSECTION CRESCENT Creates Four Point Signalized Intersection Eliminates Yacht Rd/ Mason St Conflict Enables Left Turn from Doyle Drive Attractive Terminus to Marina
Baker St Mason St Marina Blvd Doyle Drive Lyon St OPTION G Baker St EXTEND BAKER ST, CLOSE YACHT RD - Creates Four Point Intersection - Enables Additional Movements - Closing of Yacht Rd Improves Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety
REFINED OPTION G EXTEND BAKER ST, CLOSE YACHT RD Creates Four Point Signalized Intersection Enables Additional Movements Closing of Yacht Rd Improves Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety
Implementation Issues Refined Option C and Refined Option G Refined Option D Address consistency with SF General Plan Need BCDC permit Concerns over possible roadway runoff into Bay Concerns over strength of seawall Could impact park land
Questions and Clarifications
Participant Preference Exercise Ben Strumwasser Senior Facilitator Public Affairs Management
Preference Exercise Instructions 1. Out of the five refined options presented tonight, select your top three and write the letters in the center of each of your three index cards. 2. Sort the three cards in the order of your preference (most preferred on top). 3. On a scale from 1 to 5, note your level of support for each option on the top right hand corner. Selected Option Example: C 4 Level of Support (1=least, 5=most)
Results of Preference Exercise Option Participant Preference Preference Ranking Average Support Support Ranking Combined A/B C Couplet: Yacht Rd in, Baker St out D Four Point Intersection T E -Four Point Intersection Crescent G Extend Baker St, Close Yacht Rd
Option Results of Preference Exercise Participant Preference Preference Ranking Average Support Support Ranking Combined A/B 32 1 3.4 5 C Couplet: Yacht Rd in, Baker St out D Four Point Intersection T E -Four Point Intersection Crescent 2 6 4.0 4 19 2 3.2 6 16 3 3.4 5 F -Roundabout 5 5 5.0 1 G Extend Baker St, Close Yacht Rd 7 4 4.1 3 I Close Mason 2 6 5.0 1 No Option 19 2 4.7 2
Next Steps/Closing Lee Saage Doyle Drive Project Manager San Francisco County Transportation Authority
Thank You for Your Participation and Support!
5ive Corners Design Workshop Session #2 August 25, 2004 Questions and Clarifications on Options (recorded on flipchart and tape) Compatibility of the options with the plans for the new Doyle Drive Is there an internal rating of the options among the experts on traffic and design? Consider option of not having Doyle Drive feed into Marina Blvd at all and limit traffic on Marina Blvd to recreational and residential. Consider option of not doing anything Consider difference in traffic conditions on weekends and event days versus weekdays Insufficient notice was given on the design workshop meetings (at least on Baker St) Concern over safety would options increase traffic in the neighborhood? Which options allow a left turn from Doyle drive onto Mason St? What is the expected timeframe for the implementation of options? What is the expected increase in traffic on Marina Blvd once the Lucas garage opens? Possibility of a left turn from Doyle Drive onto Mason St west of the 5ive Corners intersection? SFCTA said all of Marina Blvd plus 1 ½ blocks south would be notified, yet many residents seem to not have heard about the 5ive Corners workshop sessions Recommendation not to make any long term changes at the intersection until the reconstruction of Doyle Drive is completed Some of the refined options are inconsistent with the SF Police Code which prohibits trucks and buses on Marina Blvd (residential street) Some of the refined options are inconsistent with the SF General Plan that demands mitigation for traffic near shorelines and recreational areas Refined options show two lanes in and out of Doyle drive although SF Board of Supervisors had adopted the Doyle Drive Task Force s report that called for one line in/one line out only Rationale for choosing traffic lights versus stop signs at the corner of Marina Blvd and Baker St? Length of average boat hauled into yacht Club is 22 to 24 ft and much shorter than some trucks coming in Is any consideration given to a pedestrian underpass? Request for copy of mailing list
5ive Corners Design Workshop Session #2 August 25, 2004 Edited Discussion of Preference Exercise Results (recorded on flipchart and tape) Support for No Option to avoid additional noise on Marina Blvd Support for no Doyle Drive connection to Marina Blvd or Doyle Drive Task Force plan of one lane in/one lane out Clarification of the difference between No Option and Option A Support for Combined Option A/B implementation ASAP for improved pedestrian, bike, car safety. Support for two lanes exiting Mason St. Why are Refined Options C and G still being considered in spite of low support? Concern over possible backup of traffic traveling westbound from Marina Blvd to Mason St due to the elimination of one lane. Recommendation to not restrict traffic flow in and out of Mason St Options C and G (extension of Baker St): Concern over 4-way stop at Baker St and Marina Blvd causing traffic backup, in particular during commute hours