Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Santa Clara public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
6 issues in roads with high priority
Calabazas Boulevard Bicycle Lane Design
The committee is reviewing proposed bicycle lane configurations for Calabazas Boulevard to coordinate with upcoming roadway maintenance projects. This design choice will shape how safely and comfortably cyclists can navigate this corridor.
Vision Zero Traffic Safety Plan
The city took a major step toward eliminating traffic fatalities by adopting the Vision Zero Action Plan and adding a dedicated engineering position to oversee safety improvements.
VTA Governance and BART Phase II Oversight
The city responded to a county grand jury report criticizing VTA project management and board appointment practices. Councilmembers discussed how smaller cities like Santa Clara balance board rotation rules and institutional knowledge on major transit projects.
San Tomas Trail Extension Feasibility Study
Santa Clara County is studying a project to extend the Class I bike and pedestrian trail from Homestead Road to Moorpark Avenue. Residents and committee members raised concerns about intersection safety, tree removal, and traffic signal timing.
Stevens Creek Corridor Complete Streets and Grant Planning
Staff reviewed complete streets checklists for several major grant applications and recommended bike facility improvements for the 2027 annual paving project.
Mobility Framework and Parking Maximums
The task force discussed proposed transportation demand management policies and low parking maximums designed to leverage nearby transit options.