Special Notice / Hearing: None__
Vote Required: Majority
To: Honorable Board of Supervisors
From: James C. Porter, Department of Public Works
Subject: Authorizing the Establishment of a “No Parking Zone” on Wingate Avenue
RECOMMENDATION:
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Adopt a resolution authorizing the establishment of a “No Parking” zone on Wingate Avenue in unincorporated San Mateo County.
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BACKGROUND:
Your Board has adopted similar resolutions designating parking restrictions. Section 22507 et al. of the California Vehicle Code and Section 7.30.010 of the County of San Mateo Ordinance Code provides that local authorities may prohibit or restrict the stopping, parking, or standing of vehicles by resolution or ordinance.
The Department of Public Works (Department) received a signed petition from a resident for a parking restriction on Wingate Avenue near the City of San Carlos in unincorporated San Mateo County. The petition requests a “No Parking” zone be established to allow for adequate clearance for emergency response vehicles along Wingate Avenue, beginning at the intersection of Wingate Avenue and Winding Way.
DISCUSSION:
Department staff have evaluated the petition and determined that a parking restriction would benefit the community. The Department recommends adopting a resolution for a “No Parking” zone to restrict parking on Wingate Avenue due to the narrow width of the road limiting access for emergency response vehicles. The “No Parking” zone will begin at the intersection of Winding Way, traveling south a length of 200 feet on the westerly side, and 240 feet on the easterly side.
Property owners on adjacent blocks, extending a minimum of 300 feet from the proposed parking zone location, were notified of the date and time of your Board’s meeting when this item would be considered. The comments received to date are in support of extending the existing ‘No Parking” zone and are summarized in Attachment “A”.
The location of parking zones and other traffic restrictions on County-maintained streets are currently shown on maps in the Department of Public Works office and will be made available in list form on maps on the Department’s website. The master list will be updated to reflect the recommended changes, if this Board approves the proposed resolution.
County Counsel has reviewed and approved the resolution as to form.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The cost of installing signs and painting parking zone markings varies but averages approximately $550 per parking zone. Costs for this action are included in the FY 2019-20 Adopted Road Budget. There is no impact to the General Fund.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A - Discussion and Public Input Summary
Attachment B - Signed Petition
Attachment C - Map of Proposed Parking Restriction