Transportation

West Hedding Street, San Jose

Construction contract for 2026 Street Slurry project

The council will approve a contract with VSS International Inc. to perform the 2026 Street Slurry project. The project involves applying slurry to city streets.

Vote on 2026 Job Order Contracts for roads

The Board will adopt a resolution adopting the construction task catalog and authorizing agreements with SBAY Construction, Inc., Granite Rock Company, Teichert Construction, and Andreini Brothers, Inc. for 2026 Job Order Contracts for engineering, construction, roads, and utilities, each not to exceed $5,000,000.

Confirm Director of Public Works appointment

The Board will recommend confirming Tory Newman as Director of Public Works and designating Krzysztof Lisaj as County Engineer, County Surveyor, and Roads Commissioner. These appointments will be formalized by resolution.

Vote on timed parking restriction for loading zone at 1300-1302 El Camino Real and Garwood Way

The commission voted to designate three parking spaces on El Camino Real as a timed loading zone and add two no‑parking zones—one on El Camino Real and one on Garwood Way. The changes will be implemented through an encroachment permit after the decision.

Recommend conclusion of Nealon Park Parking Pilot Project to City Council

Staff presented a recommendation that the commission endorse ending the pilot with the current back‑in angled parking configuration. The recommendation will be forwarded to the City Council for final approval.

Update on Reimagine Dumbarton busway project

The commission received a presentation on the Reimagine Dumbarton study, which proposes converting the former rail corridor into a bus rapid transit line with added bike and pedestrian paths. The update covered project goals, funding sources, and upcoming community outreach events.

Provide direction on the Slow Streets Program

Council will receive a presentation and discuss the Slow Streets Program and its implementation process.

No-parking zone on Lake Boulevard, Emerald Lake Hills

The Board will adopt a resolution establishing a no‑parking zone on the north side of Lake Boulevard, starting 290 feet west of the Lake Boulevard and Oak Knoll Drive intersection and extending about 380 feet westward.

Discussion of 2026 Commission workplan and future agenda items

Commission members will discuss the workplan for 2026 and topics for upcoming meetings, including diversity initiatives, partnerships, sustainability, and active transportation.

Create no-stopping zone on Pierce Road

Council will adopt a resolution to install a no‑stopping zone on the south side of Pierce Road between Carlton Avenue and Del Norte Avenue. The measure follows the Transportation Master Plan and Vision Zero goals.

Vehicle License Fees study session

The County Executive presented a study session regarding Vehicle License Fees (VLF).

Measure K $50,000 grant for Peter’s Creek Bridge

The Board adopted a resolution authorizing a one‑time Measure K grant of up to $50,000 to Middleton Community Road Corporation for engineering and fabrication of Peter’s Creek Bridge.

Eighteenth Avenue reconstruction $2,083,043.85 contract

The Board adopted a resolution authorizing an agreement with Radius Earthwork Inc. for the reconstruction of Eighteenth Avenue and installation of Valley Gutters on Fair Oaks Avenue, for an amount of $2,083,043.85, and permitting change orders up to $208,304.39 and payments up to $2,291,348.24.

Report on City Council study session for meeting accessibility

Assistant Community Development Director reported that the City Council will hold a study session to develop policy on transportation, location, interpretation, and translation services for public meetings.

Establish charge for El Camino Real ad hoc subcommittee

Commission will set a work assignment for an ad hoc subcommittee to study El Camino Real street improvements. The charge defines the scope and tasks for the subcommittee.

Vote on timed parking restriction and no-parking zones at 1300-1302 El Camino Real and Garwood Way

The commission will vote to designate a timed loading‑zone parking restriction on El Camino Real and create no‑parking zones at the garage entrances on El Camino Real and Garwood Way. The changes aim to improve safety for delivery trucks and driver visibility.

Update on Reimagine Dumbarton busway study

Staff will present an overview of the Reimagine Dumbarton project, including feasibility, community engagement plans, and potential bus rapid transit benefits. The presentation covers project purpose, schedule, and outreach activities.

RFP update for downtown parking plaza redevelopment

Staff will update the council on responses to the request for proposals to develop Parking Plazas 1, 2, and 3, including plans for affordable housing and continued public parking.

Update on RFP for Parking Plazas 1-3 development

Staff will provide an update on the request for proposals for development on Parking Plazas 1, 2, and 3, and share a tentative project schedule.

Direction on Middle Avenue pedestrian and bicycle rail crossing

Staff presented three options for the Middle Avenue undercrossing of the Caltrain tracks and asked the council to provide direction. Options include finalizing a shovel‑ready design, phasing the project, or discontinuing it.

Lease agreement with FAA for VHF navigation facility – $18,000 annual rent

The Board adopted a resolution authorizing a lease with the Federal Aviation Administration for use of 2.37 acres at Wunderlich County Park, at an annual rate of $18,000, with an option to extend at $21,000 per year.

Grant $28,000 to Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition for Transportation Justice Academy

The Board will adopt a resolution to award a one‑time grant of up to $28,000 from Measure K funds to the Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition for its Transportation Justice Academy program.

Major project status update

Staff provides an update on the status of major street projects, including the Middle Avenue Complete Streets project and installation of speed feedback signs.