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MINUTES OF A REGULAR
MEETING OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA
PUBLIC/TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION
June 24, 2004
CALL TO ORDER
The City of Temecula Public/Traffic Safety Commission convened in a regular meeting
at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 24, 2004, in the City Council Chambers of Temecula
City Hall, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California.
FLAG SALUTE
Commissioner Jacobs led the audience in the Flag salute.
PRESENTATION: City Clerk Jones duly swore in newly appointed Public/Traffic Safety
Commissioner Gary Youmans.
ROLL CALL
Present:
Commissioners Jacobs, Youmans, Lanier, Ramos, and Chairman
Connerton
Absent:
None
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None.
COMMISSIONER'S REPORTS
Commissioner Jacobs commended the Police Department for a great job with the Stop
Light Abuse Program (SLAP); stating that he has been using his motor scooter to get
around town and advised that the roads are not pedestrian and bicycle friendly and
would request that the motor officers keep extra care out for pedestrians.
Commissioner Lanier expressed concern with the increased graffiti in the residential
areas.
. Chairman Connerton relayed that he has been reviewing the SLAP reports; and advised
that he has received seven complaints from residents who have stated that the
washboards on Moraga have been slurry sealed and requested that Principal Engineer
Moghadam explore this concern.
For Chairman Connerton, Principal Engineer Moghadam noted the following:
That currently there are 695 green light bulbs;
383 green arrows;
That during the last six months 70 light bulbs were replaced due to them not
meeting standards;
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That the Public Works Department is working on replacing the LEDs with a
different brand;
That the goal would be to replace every single light that has any visible defect.
COMMISSION CONSENT CALENDAR
1.
Minutes of May 27,2004
RECOMMENDATION:
1.1
Approve the Minutes of May 27, 2004.
MOTION: Commissioner Ramos moved to approve the Consent Calendar.
Commissioner Jacobs seconded the motion and voice vote reflected approyal with the
exception of Commissioner Youmans and Commissioner Lanier who abstained.
COMMISSION BUSINESS
2.
Multi-Way Stop - Meadows Parkway and Royal Oaks Drive
RECOMMENDATION:
2.1
That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission receive and file the report and
provide direction to staff.
Principal Engineer Moghadam presented a staff report (of record), noting the following:
That at the March 25, 2004, the Commission approved staffs recommendation
for the installation of multi-way stop signs at the intersection of Meadows
Parkway and Royal Oaks Drive;
That the recommendation was made based on limited visibility exiting Royal
Oaks looking south, due to the curvature of the road;
That the City Council approved the Commission's recommendation and shortly
after the signs were installed;
That the issue of noise associated with the installation of multi-way stop signs
were addressed in the staff report and reiterated at the meeting during the public
hearing;
That staff required that a petition signed by all the residents of the immediate
vicinity of the proposed stop signs be included along with the request;
That at the meeting of May 27, 2004, the Commission received a request from
Mr. Leanza, for the removal of the multi-way stop signs at the intersection of
Meadows Parkway and Royal Oaks Drive;
At this time, the Commission reviewed a video tape provided by Mr. Leanza.
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Principal Engineer Moghadam relayed that the if the removal of the stop signs is
considered by the Commission, the raised median island on Meadows Parkway would
have to be modified to eliminate left-turns in and out of Royal Oaks Drive.
For Commissioner Lanier, Mr. Moghadam relayed that a traffic count study was
performed.
At this time, the Public Hearing was opened.
Ms. Carol Malin, resident of the area stated that she is in favor of keeping the multiway
stop-signs.
Mr. Rob Leanza, resident of the area stated that he would be in favor of the removal of
the multi-way stop-signs.
Ms. Nicky Ramos, resident of the area stated that she would be in favor of the removal
of the multi-way stop-signs.
Ms. Maria Balich, resident of the area stated that due to the noise that the multi-way
stop-signs have created, she has sold her home.
Mr. Dwayne Merrill, resident of the area stated that he is in favor of the multi-way stop
signs.
Mr. David Brookhouser, resident of the area stated that he is in favor of the multi-way
stop signs.
At this time, the Public Hearing was closed.
For Chairman Connerton, Corporal Pringle noted that if it is the will of the Commission,
the area could be patrolled by motor officers.
COMMISSION DISCUSSION
Understanding the concerns of the residents in regard to noise and pollution,
Commissioner Jacobs is of the opinion that the stop-signs should stay as requested and
queried on the feasibility of installing a stop light.
Commissioner Lanier noted that he also understands the concerns of the residents in
regard to noise, but is of the opinion that as people grow accustomed to the stop signs
being there, the noise could decrease and would request the presence of motor officers
to ensure that drivers stop.
Commissioner Ramos echoed the previous comments and is of the opinion that it could
be premature to have the stop signs removed at this time.
Chairman Connerton relayed that he has spent time at the area and relayed that for
safety purposes, the multi-way stop sign should remain as they are.
MOTION: Commissioner Lanier moved to leave the multi-way stop signs as is.
Commissioner Jacobs seconded the motion and voice vote reflected approval.
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3.
Temecula Valley HiQh School Site Improvements
RECOMMENDATION:
3.1
That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission receive and file the report and
make any necessary recommendations.
Principal Engineer Moghadam presented a brief staff report (of record), noting the
following:
That Temecula Valley Unified School District (TVUSD) is in the process of
developing a long term improvement plan for the Temecula Valley High School
campus site;
That the improvements include construction of additional ball fields, parking lots,
and replacement of existing modular facilities;
That the improvements are planned for construction in phases over the next
several years;
That it should be noted that the proposed improvements are not anticipated to
increase the number of students attending'Temecula Valley High School.
Via overhead, Mr. Moghadam presented a brief overview of the proposed projects.
After discussion amongst the Commission, Mr. David Gallaher, Director of Facilities of
the Temecula Valley Unified School District (TVUSD) relayed that the overview given by
Mr. Moghadam (via overhead), wère recommendations that were given to the TVUSD by
its traffic engineer, that the School District mayor may not proceed under the
recommendations; that of all the recommendations given by the traffic engineer, the
Margarita parking lot would be of less interest to the School District.
For Mr. Gallaher, Chairman Connerton relayed that if the School District were to move
forward with the Margarita parking lot recommendation, the Public/Traffic Safety
Commission would like to make recommendations that the School District may want to
consider,
For the Commission, Mr. Gallaher relayed that the traffic engineer does not do a lot of
school work and that TVUSD does not have any schools that use a parking lot for pick-
up and drop-off.
Commissioner Ramos noted his appreciation for staff, TVUSD, and the Commissioner's
For their efforts in working together to resolve the traffic concerns at the Temecula
Valley High School. .
Commissioner Jacobs would be of the opinion that Rancho Vista Road would be an
appropriate place for a traffic signal; and relayed that he has some concerns with the
parking area near the ball fields.
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For Mr. Gallaher, Chairman Connerton relayed that the Commission would appreciate
being kept abreast of new developments in the future.
At this time, the Public Hearing,was opened.
Ms, Rebecca Weersing, resident of Temecula relayed that she would like to see a
proactive approach to making bus transportation more attractive to young people.
At this time, the Public Hearing was closed.
MOTION: Commissioner Youmans moved to receive and file staff's report.
Commissioner Jacobs seconded the motion and voice vote reflected unanimous
approval,
4.
Traffic EnQineer's Report:
Principal Engineer Moghadam relayed that he had no report at this time.
5.
Police Chiefs Report:
Corporal Pringle distributed a police report to the Commission.
6.
Fire Chiefs Report:
Fire Marshal McBride relayed that the new laptop computers have arrived and are being
installed and that there will be a demonstration for the Commission in the near future;
that the Fire Safety Trailer will be available for display on the 4th of July and that a digital
imaging report will be provided at the next meeting.
Chairman Connerton relayed to the Commission that the opening of the Children's
Museum will be on Saturday June 26, 2004.
ADJOURNMENT
At 7:25 p.m. Chairman Connerton formally adjourned this meeting to Thursday, July 22,
2004 at 6:00 P,M., in the City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive,
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