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Sharp Park Priority Development Area Pedestrian Improvement Project
Project Update: October 20, 2025
The Sharp Park Priority Development Area (PDA) Pedestrian Improvement Project installed new sidewalk, driveways, curb & gutter, and ADA-compliant curb ramps, removed and replaced failed pavement with double slurry seal, and updated pedestrian crosswalks and class IIIB Bicycle Boulevard striping on Paloma Ave, Carmel Ave, and Santa Maria Ave between Beach Blvd and Francisco Blvd. The project closed a major sidealk gap within the Sharp Park neighborhood identified in numerous studies including the Sharp Park Specific Plan and the City’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan.
The new driveways and sidewalks provide an ADA compliant path of travel within the project area and provide a vital link for pedestrians and bicyclists from the eastern residential neighborhood of Pacifica to the Sharp Park district, Palmetto business area, Pacifica Civic Center, two schools, the Sharp Park Library, and the popular Sharp Park Beach and Pacifica Pier. Furthermore, the pavement improvements will aid bicyclists and pedestrians by remove tripping hazards while also installing up to date and improved pavement striping for a safer overall experience.
The project included the removal of three large trees due to conflicts with existing infrastructure and poor health, and the planting of nine 24-inch box trees as mitigation for the trees being removed.
Construction of the project began in March 2025 and was completed in September 2025, and being considered for acceptance by the City Council in October 2025.
Project funding was provided by the City/County Association of Governments (C/CAG) of San Mateo County through Measure M, approved by San Mateo County voters in 2010, and with One Bay Area Grant (OBAG) funding awarded by the Bay Area Metropolitan Transportation Commission and administered by Caltrans.
If you have any questions about the project, please contact the Engineering Division of the Public Works Department at 650-738-3767.
Project Vicinity Map:
Construction Standards:
- 101A - Curb, Gutter, Sidewalk & Driveway Notes
- 101B - Curb, Gutter & Sidewalk
- 102A - Driveway Approach Ramp
- 102B- Driveway Approach Alternates
- 102D- Drive Approach Cross Section