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HomeMy WebLinkAbout022296 PTS Minutes . . MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA PUBLIC/TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION FEBRUARY 22, 1996 A regular meeting of the City of Temecula PubliclTraffic Commission was called to order on Thursday, February 22,1996,7:00 P.M., at the City Hall Main Conference Room, 43174 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. Chairman Charles Coe called the meeting to order. PRESENT: COMMISSIONERS: Johnson, Guerriero, Perry, Sander, Coe ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: None Also present were Traffic Engineer Marty Lauber, Lieutenant Domenoe, and Battalion Chief Mark Brodowski. Chairman Coe introduced newly appointed Councilmember Steve Ford. Councilmember Ford addressed the Commission and thanked them for their input and valuable information to the Council, which is noted and appreciated. He commented that he was attending tonight to listen and get to know the Commission. Chairman Coe called for comments on non-agenda items. PUBLIC COMMENTS Roy Comstock, 36775 Mesa Road, owner of Carousel Carriage, spoke concerning a proposed horse drawn carriage ordinance and stated his desire to take part in the creation of this ordinance. His intention is to start a horse drawn carriage business in Old Town. Lieutenant Domenoe stated he believes an ordinance exists. Staff will research this' and also request samples of ordinances, on horse drawn carriages, from other cities. Commissioner Guerriero asked where the horse drawn carriage would be based. Mr. Comstock responded that it would be based at the Transportation Shuttle Information Center. Commissioner Sander asked what the hours of operation would be. Mr. Comstock responded it would operate 5 hours a day, Saturday and Sunday 11 :00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. CONSENT CALENDAR 1 . Aooroval of Minutes It was moved by Commissioner Perry and seconded by Commissioner Johnson to continue the Minutes of January 25, 1996, to the meeting of March 28, 1996. Minutes.ptc,02\22\96 1 . . PUBLlCITRAFFIC COMMISSION FEBRUARY 22. 1996 The motion carried as follows: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Johnson, Guerriero, Coe, Perry, Sander NOES: o COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: o COMMISSIONERS: None 2. Starliaht Ridae - Communitv Traffic Calmina Reauest (Discussion Onlv) Traffic Engineer Lauber presented a summary of events and shared a letter from the Starlight Ridge Home Owners' Association. They do not offer to financially assist with the implementation of traffic calming devices and indicated they were upset to be asked. Lieutenant Domenoe reported that officers spent 15 hours during the month of February in the Starlight Ridge area and only issued 5 citations for speeding. He also reported the Radar trailer will be located in the neighborhood from 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. on a continuous basis. Commissioner Perry invited other Commissioners to check on this for themselves from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. He stated that he has been there and doesn't see a problem to the extent that has been described. He also agreed to leave the trailer there for a longer period of time. Commissioner Sander stated that publicity could be the answer and to publish the speed limit as 25 MPH in residential areas. Engineer Lauber stated he has requested public information videos to educate the citizens of Temecula on speed limits in residential areas. Commissioner Guerriero asked if this could be a legal problem and could the City be challenged in court. Engineer Lauber responded that this could not be challenged. Commissioner Johnson stated that he has also visited the neighborhood and did not see a problem with excessive speeds. 3. Bedford Court - Reauest for Traffic Sianal Chairman Coe opened the Public Comment at 7:30 PM. Cynthia Arocha, 44535 Bedford Court, spoke to express support and pleasure with the proposal being submitted for the signal at Bedford Court and HWY 79S. She thanked the Public Works Department and the Commission. John Moramorco, P.O. Box 906, Temecula, spoke to commend the Commission for the fine job they have been doing. Minutes.ptc.02\22\96 2 . . PUBLlCITRAFFIC COMMISSION FEBRUARY 22. 1996 Engineer Marty Lauber presented slides of the site on Bedford Court. He stated that Caltrans was working on a "no parking" restriction in front of the Mobile Station on HWY 79S. Engineer Lauber also informed the Commission on the proposed signal projects for the freeway interchange. Commissioner Perry stated that when the La Paz Street signal and other signals are operating it will ease the traffic problem of getting out onto State Route 79S from the adjoining side streets. Michael Christensen, 4471 5-ALa Paz Street, expressed concern with the 4-way stop that has been installed on State Route 79S at the Interstate 15 Freeway entrance. He stated this has made traffic back up and the problem has become worse. Engineer Lauber responded that the interim traffic signal at La Paz Street was to go out to bid after approval by Caltrans. 4. "No Parkina" - Bedford Court Traffic Engineer Lauber presented the staff report and shared slides depicting the location of the proposed red curb on Bedford Court and the right turn lane proposed onto State Route 79S. Commissioner Guerriero asked if there were sufficient parking on-site. Engineer Lauber responded that there is ample on-site parking. It was moved by Commissioner Guerriero and seconded by Commissioner Perry to approve staff recommendation to establish "No Parking" on Bedford Court south of State Route 79S. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Johnson, Guerriero, Coe, Perry, Sander NOES: o COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: o COMMISSIONERS: None 5. Installation of "Stoo" Controls in Rancho Hiahlands Subdivision Traffic Engineer Lauber presented the staff report. He shared a detailed map of the proposed intersection controls. He stated that this plan had been overlooked at the time of construction when it should have been installed. Commissioner Johnson asked about the street north of Buckeye Road having a stop sign. Engineer Lauber stated no stop sign was needed at that location. Commissioner Perry stated that it was important to put stop signs where needed for good traffic flow. Minutes,ptc.02\22\96 3 . . PUBLlCITRAFFIC COMMISSION FEBRUARY 22. 1996 Commissioner Guerriero spoke in opposition to staff recommendation. He stated that he could not support this since speed surveys, citation and accident history had not been conducted and other areas that have requested stop signs have been denied. Commissioner Coe stated that the Commission might benefit by continuing this item until speed surveys had been conducted. Commissioner Perry commented that this area will become more of a problem as the development continues to build out. It was moved by Commissioner Guerriero and seconded by Commissioner Johnson to continue this item pending more data. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 4 COMMISSIONERS: Johnson, Guerriero, Coe, Perry, Sander NOES: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Perry ABSENT: o COMMISSIONERS: None Traffic Engineer Lauber will conduct speed studies as soon as possible. Chairman Coe called for a recess at 8: 15 PM. The meeting was reconvened at 8:25 PM. TRAFFIC ENGINEER'S REPORT Traffic Engineer Lauber reported that the Winchester Road Bridge Improvement construction had officially begun as of February 12, 1996. POLICE CHIEF'S REPORT Lieutenant Domenoe reported on the following: Sergeant Crisp had been involved in closing down an illegal drug lab last night and the department made arrests and confiscated a C-4 military explosive. He stated he has read the State of the City Address and found it to be excellent. A narcotics team will be housed in our area, however, special enforcement will go out of the city limits, if necessary. Very little gang activity has been going on since a number of top gang leaders have left the area. Minules.plc.02\22\96 4 . . PUBLlCITRAFFIC COMMISSION FEBRUARY 22. 1996 Commissioner Guerriero stated that a lot of out of town vendors are going house to house to sell their services. He asked if the police department is called what would happen. Lieutenant Domenoe responded that the police department had not received many calls but residents should ask to see a business license, and if vendors have none, they should be told to leave. Commissioner Perry stated that the citizens of Temecula should be educated to ask for a business license and recommended this be part of a Crime Prevention News item. FIRE CHIEF'S REPORT Battalion Chief Brodowski reported that the rod run went very well and no fire emergencies took place. Commissioner Johnson thanked the Fire Department for the quick response to his 911 call when he broke his leg. COMMISSION REPORT Commissioner Sander commented that drivers could use Walcott Corridor to get around the Nicolas Road intersection and to avoid using Calle Medusa while the Winchester Road Bridge is being constructed. Commissioner Perry thanked Councilmember Ford for his comments and the action taken by the Council in considering the comments of the Commission. Commissioners Coe and Johnson expressed agreement with the statement made by Commissioner Perry. Commissioner Guerriero reported on the MurrietaITemecula Joint Committee. There is a lack of support by Murrieta on the extension of Diaz Road. Additional studies are being conducted and he will give an update on March 21 . Commissioner Perry stated that Temecula should go ahead with the Diaz Road extension plans even if Murrieta does not favor it. Commissioner Guerriero expressed concern for the privately placed 3-way stop in the auto park. Engineer Lauber responded that he is not aware of who installed it since it is on private property. Commissioner Guerriero expressed concern with the dangerous left turns being made by drivers out of the Target Center onto Rancho California Road. He recommended a solution be explored and this item be placed on the next agenda. Councilmember Ford commented that the new retail center proposed on Hwy. 79S and Margarita Road will take some of the traffic away from the Target Center. Traffic Engineer Lauber asked if the Commission was interested in a presentation on the signal connect from 1-15 through Hwy 79S. He will schedule this for the next meeting. Minutes.ptc.02\22\96 5 . . PUBLlCITRAFFIC COMMISSION FEBRUARY 22. 1996 Commissioner Johnson commended the Temecula Police Department for their quick response to the problem of jay walking near the High School. Councilmember Ford stated the following: He will make a recommendation to restrict permit loads on Winchester during construction. He commended the Commission for their communication with the public and encouraged them to keep communicating. He recommended the Commission explore a park/ride at La Paz Street and HWY 79S. He stated there are FHWA grants available. He asked to be provided with the policy for warranting stop signs, Engineer Lauber will provide this to Councilmember Ford. Commissioner Guerriero requested a profile on the causes of accidents in the City. Lieutenant Domenoe responded that Sergeant Crisp may be able to provide that information by next month. Commissioner Johnson requested a list of all new projects. Commissioner Perry asked if Engineer Lauber has had an opportunity to comment to the Planning Department on upcoming projects. Engineer Lauber responded that Principle Engineer Cresswell involves him in the proposed projects. Councilmember Ford stated that he could assist with getting the Planning and Traffic Commissions reports reviewed by each other. He asked if the Commission were willing to have two meetings per month. The consensus response was that they would be willing. He also stated that an Ad-Hoc Committee needs to be established with the School District in order to assist in selection of proposed school sites. Commissioner Sander recommended a joint session with the Planning Commission to discuss future developments. Commissioner Johnson thanked Councilmember Ford for attending the meeting. Commissioner Perry requested the opportunity to review plot plans when they come before the Planning Department. Commission Coe commended the Fire Department and the Police Department for the great job they did at the Rod Run. Minules.plc.02\22\96 6 . . PUBLlCITRAFFIC COMMISSION FEBRUARY 22. 1996 It was moved by Commissioner Perry and seconded by Commissioner Johnson to adjourn the meeting at 9:45 PM. This was carried unanimously. The next regular meeting of the City of Temecula PubliclTraffic Commission will be held on Thursday, March 28, 1996, at 7:00 P.M., Temecula City Hall, Main Conference Room, 43174 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. () Chairman Charles Coe ~e~A Secretary Minutes.ptc.02\22\96 7