RTE 123/ALA Pedestrian Crossing Improvements
Summary
SCH Number
2025070106
Public Agency
California Department of Transportation, District 4
(DOT)
Document Title
RTE 123/ALA Pedestrian Crossing Improvements
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
7/2/2025
Document Description
This project proposes to implement roadway safety improvements along State Route 123 (San Pablo Avenue), from PM 2.090 in the City of Oakland to PM 2.720 in the City of Berkeley. The Project would implement bicycle and pedestrian crossing improvements, traffic signal upgrades for pedestrians, parking and auto circulation changes, and bus stop improvements along the corridor to improve cyclist and pedestrian safety. Project improvements include Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs), Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons (PHBs), accessible push buttons, countdown signal heads, street lighting, ADA-compliant curb ramps and highly visible crossings, pedestrian refuge islands, bulbouts, cycle track connectors, and landscaping.
Contact Information
Name
David Rodriguez
Agency Name
Caltrans
Job Title
Environmental Analyst
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Address
Phone
Location
Cities
Berkeley, Oakland
Counties
Alameda
Regions
Countywide, Northern California, San Francisco Bay Area
State Highways
RT 123
Other Location Info
San Pablo Ave in Oakland and Berkeley, Post Miles 2.090-2.720
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Tit. 14, § Section 15301; Class 1 (c) - Existing Facilities
Reasons for Exemption
The Project consists of safety and accessibility enhancements along San Pablo Avenue and would not involve the construction of new automobile lanes or major expansion of existing facilities, and all bicycle and pedestrian elements would be integrated into the existing network. The proposed activities fall within the scope of Class 1 exemptions, which allow for minor alterations to existing highways and streets, including pedestrian and bicycle facilities, signal modifications, and transit-related improvements, provided there is no significant expansion of use. As the Project is limited to safety, accessibility, and operational enhancements within an already developed transportation corridor, it qualifies for a Class 1 Categorical Exemption under CEQA Guidelines § 15301(c). Caltrans has determined that this project has no significant impacts on the environment as defined by CEQA.
County Clerk
Alameda
Attachments
Notice of Completion [NOC] Transmittal form
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