Middlefield Road Complete Streets, Project 22-01

Supported safety improvements, questioned why a road diet wasn't pursued, and urged a lower speed limit and removal of part-time parking.

Expressed support for protected bike lanes and full-time bike lanes, noting that current conditions make biking dangerous.

Emphasized the importance of active transportation planning and fixing curbs near the north end of the path.

Spoke on behalf of GreenSpacesMV, supporting road diets, quick-build options, and better alignment with active transportation goals.

Questioned grant timeline constraints regarding design changes and urged staff to verify flexibility with MTC and Caltrans.

Urged consideration of road diets and speed reductions, noting MTC's history of granting contract extensions.

Supported protected bike lanes and asked whether the city tracks bicycle and pedestrian increases after infrastructure changes.

Advocated for narrower lane widths to slow speeding vehicles and create more space for e-bikes.

Expressed support for safer bike lanes so family members can commute without fear.

Discussed commuter alternatives and emphasized the need for a safe pedestrian crossing over Highway 85.

Emphasized the importance of multimodal design on Middlefield Road and requested fixing trail connection gaps near Wiseman Station.

Requested making Middlefield bike lanes 24/7 permanent bike lanes to improve safety for students.

Supported 24/7 bike lanes, narrower lane widths, and emphasized perpendicular curb cuts for accessibility.