Union Street Two-Way Protected Bikeway (Cycle Track)
On March 14, 2022, the City of Pasadena awarded the Union Street Two-Way Protected Bikeway (Cycle Track) to California Professional Engineering, Inc., and is scheduled to be working between June 2022 and April 2023.
Description:
This project will provide for a 1.5 mile protected bicycle lane (cycle track) along Union Street from Hill Avenue to Arroyo Parkway as an alternative mode of travel connecting Metro Gold Line stations to major institutions and employment centers. Additionally, the project includes a 0.3 mile bicycle boulevard along Holliston Avenue from Union Street to Cordova Street. Project consists of improvements at 14 signalized intersections, installation of six signalized intersections including equipment, conduit, fiber optic communications, audible pedestrian push buttons, ADA curb ramp upgrades, pavement resurfacing, curb and gutter repairs, striping and signage.
Justification:
This project is consistent with the City Council’s goals to improve, maintain and enhance public facilities and infrastructure, and improve mobility and accessibility throughout the City.
Environmental Analysis:
On March 14, 2022, the City Council found the project to be exempt under the CEQA Guidelines in accordance with Section 15301 Existing Facilities, and Section 15061(b)(3), the common sense exemption (formerly general rule). The project qualifies for a Class 1 Existing Facilities categorical exemption from CEQA, as it consists of minor alteration of existing streets, with no expansion of use. Alterations of streets that are specifically included in Class 1 include, but are not limited to, the addition of bicycle facilities, including bicycle-share facilities, bicycle lanes, and pedestrian crossings. There are no features that distinguish this project from others in the exempt class and, therefore, there are no unusual circumstances. On September 17, 2020, Caltrans determined that this project has no significant impacts on the environment as defined by National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA), and that there are no unusual circumstances as described in 23 CFR 771.11(b). Caltrans determined the project to be a Categorical Exclusion under 23 CFR 771.117(c): activity(c)(3).
ATP Federal Funds:
This project is partially funded through Active Transportation Program (ATP) funds. The ATP provides flexible funding that may be used by local Agencies for projects to improve bicycle safety on roads.
Contact:
Elvin Jiang – Project Manager
Please contact the Public Works Engineering Division at (626) 744-7103, or visit https://www.unionstreetbikway.com for more information.
Documents:
Union Cycle Track - Agenda Report
Union Cycle Track - Fact Sheet
2022-03-14 Powerpoint Union Cycle Track