Project Summary:
The City of South San Francisco is currently designing physical improvements to the streets adjacent to Martin Elementary School, based on community input from 2022 and 2023. Once completed, the project will enhance safety and accessibility for everyone in the neighborhood, especially students and families walking or biking to and from school.
Project Goals:
- Improve pedestrian and cyclist safety
- Enhance accessibility for all travelers
- Reduce traffic congestion near the school
- Implement community-driven design solutions
Project Location:
- School Street/Spruce Avenue between Hillside Boulevard and Beech Avenue
- Hillside Boulevard from School Street/Spruce Avenue to Claremont Avenue
Project Background:
- San Mateo County Safe Routes to School High Injury Network Report (2022): A collision analysis identified streets near Martin Elementary with high numbers of collisions and reported speeding.
- Active South City Plan (2022): The plan recommended bicycle and pedestrian improvements adjacent to Martin Elementary.
- Safe Routes to School Walk Audit Workshop Summary (2022): A walk audit was completed in partnership with Martin Elementary staff, parents, and students. The community helped to identify pedestrian recommendations near the school.
- Martin Elementary Demonstration Project (2023): City staff received a grant from the San Mateo County Office of Education (SMCOE) to build temporary demonstration projects at Martin Elementary, including a mural at School Street and Olive Ave and curb extensions at Hillside Ave and Arden Ave.
Status / Timeline:
- Design Phase: Finalizing designs based on community input from 2022 and 2023.
- Public Outreach: Ongoing updates and engagement opportunities.
- Construction: Anticipated to begin in the middle of 2026.
Project Documents:
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