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HomeMy WebLinkAbout062796 PTS Minutes . . MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA PUBLIC/TRAFFIC COMMISSION June 27, 1996 A regular meeting of the City of Temecula Public/Traffic Commission was called to order on Thursday, June 27,1996,7:00 P.M., at the City Hall Main Conference room, 43174 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. Chairman Coe called the meeting to order. PRESENT: COMMISSIONERS: Guerriero. Perry, Johnson, Coe ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: Sander Chairman Coe called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Also present were Assistant Engineer Ali Moghadam, Joseph Kicak, Director of Public Works/City Engineer, Lieutenant Jim Domenoe and Administrative Secretary Anita Pyle. Commissioner Sander arrived at 7:05 p.m. Chairman Coe called for non-agenda items at 7:05 P.M. None given. COMMISSION CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Minutes of March 28. 1996. Aoril 25 1996 and Mav 23. 1996 It was moved by Commissioner Guerriero and seconded by Commissioner Perry to approve Item 1.1 - Minutes of March 28, 1996. Item 1.2 - Minutes of April 25, 1996. and Item 1.3 - Minutes of May 23, 1996. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Guerriero. Perry, Sander, Johnson, Coe NOES: o COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: o COMMISSIONERS: None PRESENTATIONS 2. Automatic Electronic Defibrillator (AEDl Units Continued to the meeting of July 25, 1996. 3. ITMS - Intelliaent Transoortation Management Svstem Mark Miller, Albert Grover and Associates presented a summary of the Intelligent Transportation Management System (ITMS) project. MINUTES:6/27/96 . . PUBLIC/TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION JUNE 27. 1996 Mr. Miller discussed the implementation and installation of a centralized computer system to coordinate traffic signal timing on major arterials within the City; Rancho California Road, Winchester Road, Jefferson Avenue, Ynez Road, Margarita Road and Ynez Road south of Rancho California Road. This system will assist in reducing delays and pollution by optimizing traffic signal timing which will be monitored and modified from a central control room located in City Hall, working in cooperation with Caltrans to coordinate signal timing going over the 1-15 on/off ramps. Commissioner Perry inquired if the study was done keeping in mind the City's growth factor for the future and an increase in traffic demands. Mr. Miller responded that the system is designed taking growth into consideration and the system will be adequate for future demand. Commissioner Guerriero inquired about the criteria used for selecting the intersections that were studied. Mr. miller responded that the City gave them the criteria based on looking at the Towne Center and surrounding area, also the ability to tie these intersections together. Commissioner Guerriero also inquired if, at some point in the future, the City would have the ability to monitor the ramps from the City Hall control center. Mr. Miller responded that Caltrans system is compatible with the Citys' system, however the City could not change Caltrans timing nor would Caltrans be able to change the City signal timing. The agreement is to allow both to look at each intersection and to coordinate these signal timings. Commissioner Sander inquired if the control room was similar to the one at the City of Pasadena. Mr. Miller stated that this control room would be different, but central control will be in the new City Hall. Commissioner Johnson inquired if there would be video links. Mr. Miller stated, not at this time but that the system is designed so cameras could be accommodated in the future. Mr. Kicak inquired as to the cost of video cameras at the intersections. Mr. Miller responded that a closed circuit TV monitor at the control center would be approximately $50,000 and approximately $15,000 to $20,000 to place a camera at each intersection. The City would have the ability to install these cameras in the future. Commissioner Guerriero inquired if this system will be able to interface with the Opticom System. Mr. Miller stated that the ITMS and Opticom Systems are interfaced. Commissioner Coe inquired when the ITMS System would be totally functional. Mr. Miller responded that the system would be in place and operational by early 1997. MINUTES:6/27/96 2 . . PUBLIC/TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION JUNE 27. 1996 COMMISSION BUSINESS 4. "AII-Wav Stoo" - Loma Linda Road at Via Cordoba Assistant Engineer Ali Moghadam presented the staff report and stated this intersection does not meet the traffic warrants for installation of an "All-Way Stop". He recommended the request for installation be denied. It was moved by Commissioner Perry and seconded by Commissioner Knox to accept staff recommendation to deny the request to establish an "All-Way Stop" at the intersection of Loma Linda Road at Via Cordoba. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Guerriero, Perry, Sander, Johnson, Coe NOES: o COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: o COMMISSIONERS: None 5. "AII-Wav Stoo" - Front Street at Sixth Street Assistant Engineer Ali Moghadam presented the staff report and stated since the intersection does not meet the warrants for installation of an "All-Way Stop" this request be denied. Commissioner Perry inquired what the 85% percentile speed limit is on Front Street at Sixth Street. Assistant Engineer Moghadam responded that a speed survey had not been conducted at this time, but the posted speed limit is 25 MPH. Chairman Coe called for Public Comment: Ed Dool, Temecula Shuttle, Sixth Street and Mercedes Road, spoke in favor of an "AII- Way Stop" and expressed concern about the increase in vehicle and pedestrian traffic when the bus terminal construction is completed. Commissioner Guerriero inquired as to the time frame for building the bus terminal. Mr. Dool responded that construction will begin approximately the late part of August. Karen Grove, Chaparral Antique Mall, Front Street and Sixth Street, spoke in favor of an "All-Way Stop" at this location due to the increase of vehicle and pedestrian traffic and stated a survey should be done Thursday through Sunday because of increases in traffic on these days. Commissioner Guerriero inquired if there was a noticed increase in pedestrian and vehicle traffic volumes and speeds. Ms. Grove responded that pedestrian and vehicle traffic had increased and particularly on these days. MINUTES:6/27/96 3 . . PUBLIC/TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION JUNE 27. 1996 Commissioner Coe inquired as to the history of counts on weekends. Assistant Engineer Moghadam responded that the side street volumes are low and a weekend traffic count would be possible. Commissioner Perry inquired as to the affect of commuter traffic that goes through Old Town on week days, would it slow traffic down and possibly cause back up of vehicles. Assistant Engineer Moghadam responded that a possible back up would occur of approximately 50 to 60 vehicles during peak hours and affect other side streets. Roger Epperson, Manager of Chaparral Building, 28465 Front Street, Suite 321, spoke in favor of an "All-Way Stop" at this location and expressed concern regarding the increase of tour busses, pedestrians, speeds and traffic and encouraged the Commission to be pro-active for Old Town traffic needs. Commissioner Johnson inquired if just pedestrian traffic was of concern. Mr. Epperson responded that both pedestrian and vehicle traffic was the concern for Front Street and Sixth Street. Larry Markham, 41750 Winchester Road, Suite L, spoke in favor of installation of an "All-Way Stop" and expressed concern about the speeds and would like to see an additional speed survey be conducted. He stressed the increase of traffic with the completion of the Sam Hicks Monument Park, Sixth Street parking lot, Public Restroom facility, the bus terminal and the future bridge across the creek at Sixth Street. Commissioner Guerriero inquired as to construction time of the restroom and parking lot. Mr. Markham responded that construction should be completed in approximately six (6) months or by the end of the year. Commissioner Perry commented that now would be a good time to be pro-active and help to control traffic in Old Town by installing a stop sign and pedestrian crosswalk at this intersection. Commission Guerriero inquired of Lt. Domenoe of speeds in this area. Lt. Domenoe responded that they were higher than 25 MPH based on observation. He expressed concern about increased travel time, and stated stop signs should not be used to control speeds. He agreed a stop at this location would probably help reduce speeds and would assist with public safety. It was moved by Commissioner Perry and seconded by Commissioner Johnson to recommend to the City Council installation of four-way stop signs without crosswalks at the intersection of Front Street and Sixth Street. MINUTES:6/27/96 4 . . PUBLIC/TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION JUNE 27. 1996 The motion carried as follows: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Guerriero, Perry, Sander, Johnson, Coe NOES: o COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: o COMMISSIONERS: TRAFFIC ENGINEER'S REPORT Assistant Engineer Ali Moghadam presented the Traffic Engineer's Report and reported the following information: . A Traffic Control Device Inventory of all traffic control devices within the City should be available within a few months. . Traffic Signal installation at 79(S\ and Maraarita Road, is dependent upon construction work being done by the County Assessment District 159. The traffic signal poles and mast arms have been received and installation will proceed upon completion of the road work. . Traffic Signal at 79(S) and Pala Road, will begin July 15, 1996, projected to be completed within 20 to 30 days. . Traffic signal at 79(Sl and La Paz Street, contract has been awarded, equipment has been ordered and construction anticipated to begin in September. . Traffic signal at Maraarita Road and Rustic Glen Drive. poles and equipment have been ordered, as soon as construction contract is in place construction will begin. . Traffic signal at Solana Wav and Margarita Road, is in preliminary design. Plans should be completed and out to bid for construction by late July. . Traffic signal at Rancho California Road and Cosmic Drive/Humber Drive, City Council approved solicitation of bids and funding for the purchase of poles and mast arms. Plans are almost completed and will go out to bid by mid July. Larry Markham inquired about the status of the signal design for 79(S) at Bedford Court. Assistant Engineer Moghadam responded preliminary design is almost complete and will go to Caltrans for the first plan check within a few weeks. POLICE CHIEF'S REPORT Lieutenant Jim Domenoe reported on the following: . Next month the Department will have a list, of citations for the first six (6) months, by type and district for the Commissions' review. MINUTES:6/27196 5 . . PUBLlCITRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION JUNE 27. 1996 Commissioner Guerriero inquired as to a report he heard that 85 % of kids in high school are taking drugs. Lt. Domenoe responded, there are minor problems but not at that level. Commissioner Perry expressed concern about the number of alarms reported. Lt. Domenoe responded that some of the alarms may have been canceled but an officer was dispatched and made a physical inspection of the property. Some of these were false alarms but still had to be responded to. Commissioner Guerriero inquired as to the status about the alarm ordinance. Joseph Kicak, Director of Public Works/City Engineer will check with the City Attorney for an update and draft of this ordinance. Commissioner Guerriero inquired about the status of purchasing a DUI trailer. Lt. Domenoe reported he is looking into a grant for funding a DUI trailer and possible alternatives. . Lt. Domenoe reported that the Police Department had purchased, in conjunction with the Explorer Post, a golf cart equipped with police lights to be used at special events. FIRE CHIEF'S REPORT None given. COMMISSION DISCUSSION Commissioner Perry expressed concern about unsafe lane changes on Winchester Road at Ynez Road, people turning left at Ynez Road onto Winchester Road trying to get over into the far right lane to get onto northbound 1-15. Lt. Domenoe responded that it is being patrolled. Commissioner Johnson inquired about the installation of delineators on Ynez Road at the southerly driveway of Palm Plaza. Commissioner Perry stated it has been re-stripped but that it is still an unsafe right lane. Commissioner Guerriero inquired as to installing an island on Cosmic Drive in conjunction with the signal construction. Joseph Kicak responded that City Council gave staff direction to proceed with design of islands on Cosmic Drive and Humber Drive but this would not be complete in time for installation with the traffic signal. Staff is looking at alternatives and as soon as information is available, will go to City Council with an estimated cost which will include islands, landscaping, and irrigation provided the Villages and Starlight Ridge Home Owners Associations accept maintenance responsibility. MINUTES:6/27/96 6 . . PUBLIC/TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION JUNE 27. 1996 Commissioner Guerriero inquired about looking into a possible crosswalk on Rancho Vista Road adjacent to the Community Recreation Center. If the number of pedestrians currently justify the installation of a signalized crosswalk. He asked staff to look into a right turn only lane for eastbound Winchester Road at Jefferson Avenue. Commissioner Guerriero also requested an update on the seven (7) flashing yellow signals for schools. Mr. Kicak responded that these signals are in the FY96-97 budget. Commissioner Coe expressed concern regarding the intersection of Pala Road at Rainbow Canyon Road. He said the increase of traffic and poor sight distance makes it difficult to make left turn from Rainbow Canyon Road onto Pala Road and asked if warrants would be met for the installation of a 4-way stop. Assistant Engineer Moghadam responded that traffic counters have been set and are looking into possible solutions for this intersection. It was moved by Commissioner Guerriero and seconded by Commissioner Perry to adjourn the meeting at 9:25 P.M. The motion carried unanimously. The next regular meeting of the PubliclTraffic Safety Commission will be held on Thursday, July 25, 1996, at 7:00 P.M., Temecula City Hall Main Conference Room, 43174 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. (}~(!~ Chairman Charles Coe MINUTES:6/27/96 7