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CALL TO ORDER:
FLAGSALUTE
ROLL CALL:
AGENDA
TEMECULA PUBLIC/TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION
TO BE HELD AT
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
43200 Business Park Drive
Temecula, California
Thursday, February 28, 2002 at 6:00 P.M.
COMMISSIONERS: Coe, Katan, Wedei, Connerton, Lanier
PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS:
Presentation of Certificate of Appointment of Commission Mark Wedel
PUBLIC COMMENTS
A total of 15 minutes is provided so members of the public can address the Commission on items that are not
listed on the Agenda. Speakers are limited to two (2) minutes each. If you desire to speak to the Commission
about an item not listed on the Agenda, a pink "Request to Speak" form should be filled out and filed with
the Commission Secretary.
When you are called to speak, please come forward and state your name and address.
For all other agenda items, a "Request to Speak" form must be filed with the Recording Secretary before the
Commission gets to that item. There is a three (3) minute time limit for individual speakers.
NOTICE TO TIlE PUBLIC
All matters listed under Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and all will be enacted by one vote.
There will be no discussion of these items unless members of the Public/Traffic Safety Commission request
specific items be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate action.
COMMISSION CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Minutes of January 24, 2002
RECOMMENDATION:
1.1 Approve the Minutes of January 24, 2002
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COMMISSION BUSINESS
2. Additional Police Officers - Stop Light Abuse Program (SLAP)
RECOMMENDATION:
2. l That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission discuss the need for additional police officers and
make a recommendation to City Council.
3. Recluest for Multi-Way Stop Signs - Alcoba Drive at Savona Street
RECOMMENDATION:
3.1 That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission:
I. Deny the request for installation of Multi-Way Stop Signs at the intersection of Alcoba
Drive at Savona Street; and
2. Recommend the implementation of Stage 1 of the Neighborhood Traffic Calming
Program.
4. Retluest for Parking Restrictions - Business Park Drive and County Center Drive
RECOMMENDATION:
4.1 That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission review the request for parking restriction and
provide direction to staff.
5. Keep Kids Alive Drive 25
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission receive the report and provide direction to staff.
6. Traffic Engineer's Report
7. Police Chief's Report
8. Fire Chief's Report
9. Commission Reports
ADJOURNMENT
Thc next regular meeting of the City of Temccula Public/Traffic Safety Commission will be held on Thursday,
March 28, 2002, at 6:00 P.M., Temeenla City Hall, Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive,
Temecula, California.
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ITEM NO. 1
MINUTES OF A REGULAR
MEETING OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA
PUBLIC/TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION
JANUARY 24, 2002
CALL TO ORDER
The City of Temecula Public/Traffic Safety Commission convened in a regular meeting
at 6:00 P.M., on Thursday, January 24, 2002, in the City Council Chambers of Temecula
City Hall, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California.
FLAG SALUTE
The audience was led in the Flag salute by Commissioner Coe.
ROLLCALL
Present:
Commissioners Coe, Connerton, *Katan, and Vice
Chairman Lanier.
Absent: None.
Also Present:
Director of Public Works Hughes,
Senior Engineer Moghadam,
Associate Engineer Gonzalez,
Fire Battalion Chief Ahmad,
Lieutenant Pingel,
Police Sergeant Steger,
Administrative Secretary Pyle, and
Minute Clerk Hansen.
* (Commissioner Katan arrived at 6:03 P.M.)
PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS
Presentation of Cedificate of Appointment of Commissioner Mark Wedel
This certificate presentation was continued due to Dr. Mark Wedel's absence.
Presentation Reqardinq the New Children's Car Seat Booster Law - Community Service
Officer Fanene
It was noted that Commissioner Katan arrived at 6:03 P.M.
Updating the Commission, Community Officer Fanene noted that as of January 1, 2002,
California State Law was revised regarding children's car restraints, advising that the
current law requires that children under six years of age, or under 60 pounds be
fastened in a car seat/booster; advised that in California, traffic accidents are the leading
cause of death for children from 4-16 years of age, advising that over 47% of fatally
injured children from 4-7 years of age are completely unrestrained; relayed that most
children riding in car seats are improperly restrained, specifying the agencies which have
qualified technicians able to instruct parents how to properly install car and booster
seats, noting that the Temecula Police Department, under the direction of Police
Sergeant Steger, has taken the lead and brought the technician course to the City which
will be held April 2-6, 2002 at the Community Recreation Center, and that five of the
participants of this particular training program will be assigned to the Temecula Police
Department, and that upon completion of this course at a future date a hands-on course
will be held at a site (yet to be determined) on April 6th between 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.;
advised that after the clinic is completed the Police Depadment will be able to support
the residents of Temecula at the storefront operations (in Old Town, and the Town
Center), and at the City's safety events, by having technicians available to instruct
parents regarding the proper use and restraints of the car seats; and concluded that
based on his experience, this new law is important, and will save children's lives.
Concurring with the importance of the proper use of children's car seats, Commissioner
Connerton, echoed by Commissioner Coe, commended Community Officer Fanene and
the Police Department for the provision of this program for the residents of Temecula.
Vice Chairman Lanier relayed that once again the City was being proactive with respect
to safety, which would benefit the community.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mr. Edward Lindsey, 42375 Camino Merano, noted his concern regarding the high
speed of vehicles in conjunction with the curvature of the road on Camino Merano;
requested that the speed limit be lowered to 15 MPH, and that signage be installed
cautioning drivers which stated, Children At Play, advising that he has submitted a letter
to staff reflecting this request with the signatures of 22 residents representing the homes
of 45 children on Camino Merano who support his recommendation; and via overhead
maps, specified the road curvature and the locations of incidents where cars have
traveled off the road.
For Commissioner Connerton, Mr. Lindsey reiterated his request that the speed limit be
lowered to 15 MPH, and that signage be installed cautioning drivers stating, Children At
Play on Camino Merano; and for Commissioner Coe, advised that there were teenagers
residing on Corte Parado who drive at high speeds due to the road curvature, noting that
he had witnessed vehicles traveling at 50 MPH.
The Public/Traffic Safety Commission requested that Police enfomement be directed to
this area in an attempt to cite the spee. d violators.
Mr. Les Walter, 32110 Cala Torrente, relayed that he had spoken to the Public/Traffic
Safety Commission in October regarding the traffic congestion on Camino Alagon and
Cala Torrente during morning and afternoon hours due to parents dropping off and
picking up their children for school; noted that while the congestion still exists, it is his
hope that when Meadows Parkway opens (which has recently been completed), there
will be relief; requested that either staff, or the Public/Traffic Safety Commission contact
the School District, encouraging them to send a letter to the school parents directing
them to stop dropping their children off on Camino Alagon once Meadows Parkway is
open; and with respect to the red curbing, advised that drivers ignore the restrictions.
For Commissioner Connerton, Mr. Walter confirmed that there had been no
improvement in the traffic in his neighborhood since the Public/Traffic Safety
Commission meeting; and noted that parents were primarily stopping in red zones to
pick up their children, and were not parking for a lengthy period of time.
In response to Mr. Waiter's comments, Commissioner Connerton noted the presence of
Ms. Maryann Edwards, the newest Temecula Valley School Board Member, at this
meeting, advising that she could relay this message to the School District. Ms. Edwards
noting that the School Board has addressed this congestion issue, and that she would
forward his request for the School District to direct parents not to park on Camino Alagon
after Meadows Parkway opens.
Commissioner Coe advised that once Meadows Parkway opens up and drivers begin
utilizing this roadway, that there could be significant relief in the congestion.
Mr. Gene Chalkley, 42843 Camino Alagon, spoke regarding traffic congestion due to the
sports activities held at Temecula Middle School, noting that at the October 25th
Public/Traffic Safety Commission meeting when this issue was addressed the
Commission moved to recommend that the School District be requested to lock the gate
on Camino Alagon after school hours, clarifying that there were three entries at this
location (one vehicle gate, and two pedestrian entryways), opining that gates should be
installed at the pedestrian entries and locked after school hours along with the larger
entry, restricting entrance to the school grounds from Camino Alagon.
For informational purposes, Commissioner Connerton relayed that after the October 25th
Public/Traffic Safety Commission meeting he had contacted a School Board Member to
relay the Commission's recommendations regarding locking the gate, and allowing
parking on site, advising that implementation of the recommendation would take time;
and for Mr. Chalkley, specified that the best avenue for staying updated on the situation
would be to contact the School Board.
COMMISSION CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Minutes
RECOMMENDATION:
1.1 Approve the Minutes of December 13, 2001.
MOTION: Commissioner Connerton moved to approve Consent Calendar Item No. 1.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Katan and voice vote reflected unanimous
approval.
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COMMISSION BUSINESS
2. Parkinq Restriction - Solana Way between Ynez Road and Marclarita Road
RECOMMENDATION:
2.1
That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission recommend that the City
Council adopt a resolution restricting parking on Solana Way between
Ynez Road and Margarita Road.
Senior Engineer Moghadam presented the staff report (of record), noting the requests
staff had received from residents to consider establishing no parking on Solana Way
between Margarita Road and Ynez Road; specified the results of staff's analysis,
advising that although there were no severe impacts, that any time there is on-street
parking the visibility would be somewhat restricted; provided the accident history for the
past 24 months, noting that the four reported accidents appeared to have been caused
from right-of-way issues; with respect to employees utilizing on-street parking, advised
that businesses were required to have adequate on-site parking; relayed staff's
recommendation that parking be restricted on both sides of the street; and noted that
Councilman Comerchero called staff just prior to the meeting, requesting that the
Public/Traffic Safety Commission consider extending the parking restriction further east
from Margarita Road to the end of Solana Way in Meadowview, due to the occasional
"for sale" vehicles parking in this area.
With respect to Councilman Comerchero's request, it was Commissioner Coe's
recommendation that this particular issue be considered separately.
For Commissioner Connerton, Senior Engineer Moghadam relayed that in order to be
assured that the noticing requirements were met, Councilman Comerchero's request
should be noticed and agendized for a future meeting.
Noting his review of the Public/Traffic Safety Commission minutes of April 24, 1997, and
the action agenda of the City Council for June 10, 1997, Commissioner Connedon
advised that it was his understanding that when specified no parking zones were
discussed, that it was the City Council's desire that on-street parking would be excluded
and only permitted by exception.
In response, Senior Engineer Moghadam clarified that at this time the ten feet located
immediately adjacent to the curb was designated as a bike lane, parking lane, and a
distress lane although it is not specified as such.
For Vice Chairman Lanier, Senior Engineer Moghadam confirmed that the dealerships in
this area were required to have adequate on-site parking for customers and employees;
and additionally confirmed that there would be adequate room in the roadway if parking
was restricted for bike lanes to be installed which would connect the existing bike lanes.
MOTION: Commissioner Connerton moved to support staff's recommendation, revised
as follows:
Add-
· That where the parking restriction is implemented, a bike lane be installed.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Coe and voice vote reflected unanimous
approval.
3. Al~l~ointment of Chairman and Vice Chairman
RECOMMENDATION:
3.1
That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission entertain nominations from the
Commission to appoint a Chairman and Vice Chairman to preside until
the end of the 2002 calendar year.
MOTION: Commissioner Connerton moved to appoint Commissioner Lanier for the
position of Chairman. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Coe and voice vote
reflected unanimous approval.
MOTION: Commissioner Coe moved to appoint Commissioner Katan to serve as Vice
Chairman. Commissioner Katan indicating that he was not in agreement with the
nomination. (Ultimately this motion died for lack of a second.)
MOTION: Chairman Lanier moved to appoint Commissioner Connerton as Vice
Chairman of the Public/Traffic Safety Commission. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Coe and voice vote reflected unanimous approval.
TRAFFIC ENGINEER'S REPORT
Apprising the Commission, Senior Engineer Moghadam noted that the City's
striping contractor completed installation of approximately 24,000 markers on all
the major streets throughout the City, advising that in next year's budget,
markers may be funded for secondary arterials.
Senior Engineer Moghadam noted the signals on Pala Road, which were under
construction, advising that by the end of January it was anticipated that the
signals at Wolf Valley Road and Loma Linda would be in operation.
For Chairman Lanier, Senior Engineer Moghadam advised that staff had
attended a demonstration regarding the Drive 25, Keep Kids Afive Program,
noting that the signs were patented and required to be purchased from the
manufacturer; relayed that due to various issues of concern, this issue will be
agendized at a future Public/Traffic Safety Commission meeting; and for
Commissioner Coe, noted that the signage pictured children kicking a ball,
advising that staff's concern was regarding the potential to provide a false sense
of security, portraying that the street was a safe place to play.
In response to Commissioner Connerton's queries, Senior Engineer Moghadam
updated the Public/Traffic Safety Commission regarding the recently installed
sign (right turn only signage) and painted arrow on the driveway at the Prime
Care facility on Jefferson Avenue, advising that any installation in the median
would additionally restrict access to the uses across the street.
Commending staff for the great work, Commissioner Connedon noted the street
patching completed (on the inside lane on Margarita Road, south of Moraga
Road) in order to minimize the undulations.
POLICE CHIEF'S REPORT
For Commissioner Connerton, Police Sergeant Steger updated the Commission
regarding the Stop Light Abuse Program (SLAP), noting the dedication of 30
hours per week for Officers to increase enforcement at various intersections
throughout the City; advised that on Fridays there would be two Officers
enforcing SLAP, and that on alternate days one Officer would be deployed for
this purpose.
For informational purposes, Chairman Lanier noted that at this time due to
promotions within the Police Department, the number of Motor Officers has been
decreased by one; provided additional information regarding the process of citing
a driver running a red light; and advised that per discussions with Lieutenant
Pingel, Police presence was an effective deterrent, which Police Sergeant Steger
confirmed.
Commissioner Connerton relayed a history of the initiation of the SLAP Program,
additionally noting his concern regarding the typical use of only one Officer for
this enforcement; and requested staff to agendize the matter of whether the
Police Department was adequately staffed in order for the Public/Traffic Safety
Commission to consider recommending to the City Council that the City increase
the number of Police Officers on staff.
For Commissioner Connerton, Lieutenant Pingel reiterated that to adequately
staff the Police Department, the plan was to add one additional accident
investigation car with a non-sworn Officer who was trained in traffic investigation,
and to add two additional Motor Officers; confirmed that he was aware that the
Public/Traffic Safety Commission reviewed and made recommendations to the
City Council regarding staffing; expressed gratitude for the support of the
Commission, the City Council, and staff; and noted the focus of the Police
Department regarding traffic issues at this time, relaying the anticipation of a
greater influx of shoppers to the commercial district areas.
Commissioner Connerton noted the recent increase of graffiti in the City.
With respect to the NET Program, Commissioner Connerton requested that
Officers be directed to the problem areas addressed during the Public/Traffic
Safety Commission meetings, by both the Commissioners and the residents.
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FIRE CHIEF'S REPORT
Fire Battalion Chief Ahmad advised that Fire Captain McBride would be the Fire
Department's representative at the Public/Traffic Safety Commission meetings,
noting efforts to minimize the absences, which have been due to the numerous
daily incidents that Battalion Chief Ritchey responds to.
For Commissioner Connerton, Fire Battalion Chief Ahmad updated the
Public/Traffic Safety Commission regarding current fire conditions, relaying that
there were no significant incidents in Riverside or San Bernardino Counties; and
advised that the new Fire Station in Vail Ranch was working out well.
COMMISSION REPORTS
For Commissioner Coe, Senior Engineer Moghadam noted that at this time the
Linfield School use was making efforts regarding its master plan which
encompassed the entire site, advising that the realignment of the driveway will be
completed during Phase I of the construction, and would potentially be completed
in the next 6-12 months, relaying that the study analysis that the applicant was
preparing would determine whether or not there would be a need for a traffic
control device, advising that it was probable that either a stop sign or a signal
would be installed.
Commissioner Connerton updated the Public/Traffic Safety Commission
regarding the General Plan Advisory Committee Meetings, noting that Mr. Greg
Morrison was appointed as Chairman of the Committee, and Mr. Chuck
Washington as Vice Chairman; and relayed that the next meeting was scheduled
for Monday, January 28, 2002.
Commissioner Connerton congratulated Chairman Lanier regarding his newly
appointed position as Chairman of the Public/Traffic Safety Commission.
Noting that he had attended the recent Community Action Program (CAP)
graduation ceremony, Chairman Lanier enumerated the responsibilities of these
volunteers, applauding these individuals who would aid in making the City of
Temecula a better place to live.
With respect to Police staffing issues, Chairman Lanier suggested that in light of
the concern expressed regarding when the Public/Traffic Safety Commission
should address this matter, that the item be agendized on a regular basis,
annually, prior to the budget process.
Commissioner Connerton relayed a desire for the CAP volunteers to attend an
upcoming Public/Traffic Safety Commission meeting, noting his desire to express
congratulations, additionally requesting that the PublicfTraffic Safety Commission
be invited to future graduation ceremonies.
Commissioner Coe noted that he was pleased to be informed regarding the
significant amount of hours spent by the Police Department investigating
collisions involving fatalities.
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ADJOURNMENT
At 7:20 P.M. Chairman Lanier formally adjourned this meeting to Thursday, February
28, 2002 at 6:00 P.M., in the City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive,
Temecula.
Chairman Scott Lanier
Administrative Secretary Anita Pyle
ITEM NO. 2
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
AGENDA REPORT
Public/Traffic Safety Commission
~)Ali Moghadam, P.E., Senior Engineer, Traffic
February 28, 2002
Item 2
Additional Police Officers - Stop Light Abuse Program (SLAP)
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission discuss the need for additional police officers and make a
recommendation to the City Council.
BACKGROUND:
At the meeting of January 24, 2002, the Public/Traffic Safety Commission Vice-Chairman Connerton
requested that this item be placed on the agenda for further discussion and recommendation to the City
Council. The public has been notified of the Public/Traffic Safety Commission's consideration of this matter
through the agenda notification process.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.
ITEM NO. 3
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
AGENDA REPORT
Public/Traffic Safety Commission
~) Ali Moghadam, P.E., Senior Engineer, Traffic
February 28, 2002
Item 3
Request for Multi-Way Stop Signs - Alcoba Drive at Savona Street
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission:
1. Deny the request for installation of Multi-Way Stop Signs at the intersection of Alcoba Drive and
Savona Street; and
2. Recommend implementation of Stage 1 of the Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program.
BACKGROUND:
A request was received from Mr. Jim Kean, 43687 Alcoba Drive, to consider the feasibility of installing multi-
way stop signs at the intersection of Alcoba Drive and Savona Street to reduce vehicular speed along Alcoba
Drive. The public has been notified of the Public/Traffic Safety Commission's consideration of this matter
through the agenda notification process and by mail.
Alcoba Drive is a 40-foot wide residential street that functions as a residential collector providing access to
numerous residential units between Pauba Road, Tirano Drive and Sunny Meadows Drive. On-street parking
is allowed on both sides of the roadway. The average daily traffic (ADT) on Alcoba Drive is approximately
436 west of Savona Street and 606 north of Pauba Road. The prima facie speed limit is 25 MPH on Alcoba
Drive.
Savona Street is a 40-foot wide residential street that provides access to numerous residential units and
connects to Alcoba Drive and ultimately Pauba Road and Sunny Meadows Drive, On-street parking is allowed
on both sides of the roadway. Savona Street carries approximately 301 ADT north of Alcoba Drive. The
prima facie speed limit is 25 MPH on Savona Street.
In order to evaluate multi-way stop warrants, entering vehicular volume data was collected at the intersection
over a seven (7) day period between February 2, 2002 and February 8, 2002. The data was used to perform a
multi-way stop warrant analysis.
The Caltrans Traffic Manual indicates that the Multi-Way Stop signs may be useful at locations where the
volume of traffic on intersecting roads is approximately equal and/or where a combination of high speed,
restricted sight distance and an accident history indicates that assignment of right-of-way is necessary. Multi-
Way Stop controls should not be used for controlling vehicular speed. There are three (3) criteria that Caltrans
has established for the evaluation of Multi-Way Stop signs. These criteria are as follows:
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Where signals are warranted and urgently needed, the multi-way stop may be an interim measure that
can be installed quickly to control traffic while arrangements are being made for the signal
installations.
An accident problem, as indicated by five (5) or more reported accidents within a twelve (12) month
period of a type susceptible to correction by a multi-way stop installation. Such accidents include
right and left-tam collisions as well as right-angle collisions.
3. Minimum Traffic Volumes
The total vehicular volume entering the intersection from all approaches must average at least
500 vehicles per hour for any eight (8) hours of an average day, and
The combined vehicular and pedestrian volume from the minor street or highway must
average at least 200 units per hour for the same eight (8) hours, with an average delay to
minor street vehicular traffic of at least 30 seconds per vehicle during the maximum hour,
but
When the 85-percential approach speed of the major street traffic exceeds 40 miles per hour,
the minimum vehicular volume warrant is 70 percent of the above requirements.
The multi-way stop warrant analysis performed for the intersection indicates that the applicable warrant criteria
is not satisfied and multi-way stop signs are not iustified at the intersection of Alcoba Drive and Savona
Street.
In addition to the entering volume data, vehicular speed data was collected on Alcoba Drive between Adelante
Street and Valence Court. This data was collected over the same seven (7) day period between February 2,
2002 and February 8, 2002. The speed survey data indicates that the 85th percentile speed along Alcoba Drive
is approximately 28 MPH. Although the speed th
survey data indicates that the 85 percentile speed does exceed
the prima facie speed limit of 25 MPH, the majority of drivers are traveling at reasonable and prudent speeds
for conditions.
Although the primary request for multi-way stop signs is to reduce speeds caused by cut-through traffic, the
speed and volume data collected indicates that the 85th percentile speed along Alcoba Drive is consistent, and
in some cases much lower, than vehicular speeds observed on other City streets. Additionally, the vehicular
volume data indicates that the number of vehicles that use Alcoba Drive and Savona Street is relatively low
compared to the number of single-family homes that have direct access to both streets. The data indicates that.
the majority of vehicular volumes and speeds are internal to the neighborhood and these streets are being used
as they were designed, to access arterial streets from a residential area.
Moreover, it is staff's position that multi-way stop signs should be recommended where there is strong
evidence that overall traffic safety can be improved and should not be used solely for controlling vehicular
speeds. Studies have shown that when stop signs are installed at locations that do not satisfy the minimum
warrant criteria, they become ineffective traffic control devices. Thus, by installing signs at unwarranted
locations, some drivers become conditioned to disregard traffic controls such as speed limits, stop signs and
signals. Those motorists who actually stop for the controls are forced to stop for no apparent reason. This
often results in driver frustration and lack of respect for traffic control devices while doing nothing to address
the real problem of speeding. For these reasons, staff recommends denial of the request for multi-way stop
signs at the intersection of Alcoba Drive and Savona Street and recommends implementation of Stage 1 of the
Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program including increased enforcement, use of the radar trailer and
installation of speed limit signs with special regulatory "Fines Up To $281" signs.
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FISCAL IMPACT:
Funds are available in the Public Works Routine Street Maintenance Account.
Attachment:
1. Exhibit "A" - Location Map
2. Exhibit "B" - Vehicular Speed and Volume Data, February 2002
3. Exhibit "C" - Multi-Way Stop Warrant Analysis
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EXHIBIT "B"
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MULTI-WAY STOP WARRANT ANALYSIS
Multi-Way Stop Warranting Software
02/11/02
~ajor Street: Alcoba Drive
Minor Street: Savona Street
Date of Analysis: 02/11/02
Name of knalyst:
Case Number:
Comments:
85th% Speed of Major Street: 28
~ARR32qT 32qALYSIS SLr~M~RY:
~ARRAi~T 1 - Accident Experience
NOT SATISFIED - The accident warrant of 5 or more reportable accidents
~f a correctable type is not met with 0 accidents over a 12 month period.
WARRANT 2 Minimum Traffic Volumes
NOT SATISFIED - The 100% vehicular warrant of 500 entering vehicles for
any 8 hours of the day is not met with 0 hours meeting the warrant.
WARRANT 3 Vehicular & Pedestrian Traffic from Minor Road
NOT SATISFIED - The combined total of 200 vehicles and pedestrians
from the minor approach is not met with 0 hours meeting the warrant.
Multi-Way Stop Warranting Software
02/11/02
START
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ITEM NO. 4
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
AGENDA REPORT
Public/Traffic Safety Commission
~--~Ali Moghadam, P.E., Senior Engineer, Traffic
February 28, 2002
Item 4
Request for Parking Restriction - Business Park Drive and County Center Drive
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission review the request for parking restriction and provide direction to
staff.
BACKGROUND:
A request was received from Mr. J.B. "Pete" Olhasso, Equity Managemant, on behalf of Rancho California
Business Park Association and Winchester Highlands Business Park Association, to investigate the possibility
of restricting parking on Business Park Drive, Rancho Way, Single Oak Drive, County Center Drive, Equity
Drive and Ynez Road north of Winchester Road. The proposed parking restrictions will provide a mechanism
for the enforcement of the CC&R recorded against the properties within both associations. The public has
been notified of the Public/Traffic Safety Commission's consideration of this matter through the agenda
notification process.
An evaluation was performed which included a review of traffic conditions, sight distance and accident history
on Business Park Drive, Rancho Way, Single Oak Drive, County Center Drive, Equity Drive and Ynez Road
north of Winchester Road.
Rancho California Business Park
~usiness Park Drive is classified as a 56 foot wide two (2) lane Principal Collector on the City's General Plan
Circulation Element with one travel lane in each direction and a center two-way left-turn lane. Currently, on-
Itreet parking is allowed on both sides of the roadway and the speed limit is posted at 35 MPH.
ancho Way is classified as a 56 foot wide two (2) lane Principal Collector on the City's General Plan
Circulation Element with one travel lane in each direction and a center two-way left4um lane. Currently, on-
treet parking is restricted on a portion of the north side of Rancho Way.
,ingle Oak Drive is a 44 foot wide two (2) lane roadway that provides access between Business Park Drive
ast and west. Currently, on-street parking is allowed on both sides of the roadway.
t rev/ew of the reported accident history for the twenty-four (24) month period from January 1, 1999 through
December 31, 2000 indicates that there was one (1) collision on Business Park Drive, one (1) collision on
Rancho Way and no reported collisions on Single Oak Drive. Of the two (2) collisions that occurred in the
alea, only the collision on Business Park Drive involved a parked vehicle.
A review of traffic conditions on Business Park Drive, Rancho Way and Single Oak Drive indicates that on-
street parking is very light to non-existent on Business Park Drive and Single Oak Drive. On-street parking is
heaviest on Rancho Way where it is concentrated in front of the Border Patrol headquarters. Our observations
revealed that approximately 10 to 12 vehicles are parked in this area on a daily basis.
A review of the sight distance at the various driveway locations along Business Park Drive and Single Oak
Drive indicates that there is no visibility constraint caused by on-street parking, since on-street parking is light
to non-existent. Although Rancho Way has a heavier concentration of on-street parking, sight distance at the
various driveways was found to be appropriate for conditions.
The results of our evaluation indicate that there are no traffic circulation or safety issues that warrant a parking
restriction on any of the requested roadways within the Rancho California Business Park. In this case, a
parking restriction would only provide a mechanism to enforce the association's CC&R. Therefore, staffis
recommending that parking restrictions be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Winchester Highlands Business Park
Ynez Road north of Winchester Road is classified as a 76 foot wide four (4) lane Major Highway on the City's
General Plan Circulation Element with two travel lanes in each direction and a center median. Currently, on-
street parking is allowed on both sides of the roadway and the speed limit is posted at 45 MPH.
County Center Drive is a 56 foot wide roadway with one travel lane in each direction and a center two-way
left-mm lane. Currently, on-street parking is allowed on both sides of the roadway.
Equity Dive is a 56 foot wide roadway with one travel lane in each direction and a center two-way left-turn
lane. Currently, on-street parking is allowed on both sides of the roadway.
A review of the reported accident history for the twenty-four (24) month period from January 1, 1999 through
December 31, 2000 indicates that there were eight (8) collisions on Ynez Road north of Winchester Road, and
no reported collisions on County Center Drive and Equity Drive. Of the eight (8) collisions that occurred on
Ynez Road none of the collisions were attributed to on-street parking.
A review of traffic conditions on Ynez Road, County Center Drive and Equity Drive indicates that on-street
parking is light on Ynez Road and County Center Drive. Our observations also revealed that there were
numerous commercial vehicles parked on Equity Drive. Primarily, these were semi-trailer combinations and
trailers without semis.
A review of the sight distance at the various driveway locations along Ynez Road and County Center Drive
indicates that there is no visibility constraint caused by on-street parking since on-street parking is very light on
both roadways. On Equity Drive, the on-street parking did cause some visibility constraint however, because
the traffic volumes are light, the potential conflicts between through traffic and egress traffic are minimal.
The results of our evaluation indicate that there are no traffic circulation or safety issues that would warrant a
parking restriction on any of the requested roadways within the Winchester Highlands Business Park.
However, in this case, a parking restriction on Equity Drive would reinforce Section 10.16.260, of the City's
Traffic Ordinance, which prohibits commercial vehicles from parking on public right-of-way unless the vehicle
is screened from public view and adjacent properties. In order to eliminate the possibility of moving the
street parking elsewhere, a similar restriction may be necessary on Ynez Road and County Center Drive.
Therefore, staff is recommending that parking restrictions be considered on a case-by-case basis.
FISCAL IMPACT:
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FISCAL IMPACT:
Funds are available in the Public Works Routine Street Maintenance Account.
Attachment:
1. Exhibit "A" - Location Map
2. Exhibit "B" - Letter from Equity Management dated January 16, 2002.
3
EXHIBIT "A"
LOCATION MAP
RANCHO CALIFORNIA
SITE
SITE
EXHIBIT "B"
LETTEI~ I~EQUEST FI~OM EQUITY MANAGEMENT
JANUAI~Y 16, 2002
ASSOCIATION
MANAGEMENT
28481 RANCHO CALIF. RD.
SUITE 101, TEMECULA,
CALIFORNIA 92590
PH: (909) 676 0031
(800) 676-0031
FAX: (909) 676-0154
January 16, 2002
RECEIVED
JAN ~ 8 ~00~
CITY OF TEMECULA
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
Equity
MANAGEMENT
Bill Hughes, City Engineer
City ofTemecula
PO Box 9033
TemeculaCA 92589-9033
Subject:
Rancho California Business Park Association
Winchester Highlands Business Park Association
Re:
No Parking Issue
Dear Mr. Hughes:
Based upon our conversation held earlier this week, Rancho California Business Park Association
and Winchester Highlands Business Park Association request the City of Temecula commence
appropriate legal process to have the streets within each business park designated as no
parking.
Per your request enclosed please find two maps-one from each Association with the
Association's streets outlined in yellow. It is the desire of each Association to have all said
streets designated as no parking.
Please advise this office if there is any additional information required and the time, date, and
location of any meeting held concerning this issue in order that appropriate members of the
Board of Directors can be in attendance.
Thank you.
J. B. "Pete" Olhasso
At the Direction of the Board
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December 20, 2001
J,B. "Pete" Olhasso
Equity Management
28481 Rancho California Road
Suite 101
Temecula, CA 92590
Dear: "Pete" Olhasso,
I have reviewed your letter to Tom Finch, dated December 18, 2001, regarding the
Associations Monthly Inspection.
The driveway entrance in question meets and exceeds standards set by the
Association and the County. Tension believes that the problem is created by blatant and
continued violafionl of the Assodations CC&Rs, concerning on the street parklng~ This is
something beyond our control.
Tension has continually informed the Association of this problem in the past. It
not only causes property damage but it is an unsafe situation. Our employees are
attempting to leave and enter the parking lot with the view obstructed by parked wacks on
the street next to the entry.
It is Tension's feeling that before anyone is asked to spend moneys tO repair damage
caused by others the Board needs to address the root of the problem, The enforcement of
the, NO on the street parking, clause as stated in the CC&R's is imperative to safety and the
continued upkeep of the property. This situation will continue to get worse unless action is
taken immediately to correct the real problem
I would be willing to address the Board of Directors personally to work this out
before making any proposal for revising the architectural design of the driveway.
Thanks for your cooperation on' this matter. I am sure we all have the same goals in mind.
Sincerely, ~
JA Pierce
~ssistant Production Man~ger
Tension Envelope Corporation
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ITEM NO. 5
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
AGENDA REPORT
Public/Traffic Safety Commission
~Ali Moghadam, P.E., Senior Engineer, Traffic
February 28, 2002
Item 5
Keep Kids Alive Drive 25
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission receive the report and provide direction to staff.
BACKGROUND:
At the meeting of December 14, 2000, the Public/Traffic Safety Commission received a staff presentation
regarding the "Keep Kids Alive Drive 25" (KKAD25) campaign, which is designed to encourage motorists to
observe the residential prima facie speed limit of 25 MPH. The Commission approved the staff
recommendation to recorntnend that the City Council establish an active parmership with KKAD25 and to
include the program as a Stage 1 traffic calming tool in the City's Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program.
The Commission also directed Staff to provide additional information to the City Council regarding sign costs
and program implementation policies.
In October 2001, staff attended a KKAD25 seminar presented by Tom Everson, the campaign's creator, which
included a presentation from the four (4) cities in the San Diego County that currently have a program in place.
An issue that surfaced at the seminar was that the current symbol used on the KKAD25 sign closelyresembles
the symbol used on the non-standard "Slow Children At Play" sign. The concern is that the symbol of a child
"kicking a ball" may give the false perception that it is safe for children to play in the street. To that end, the
liability and responsibility for the safety of the child may shift to the motorist and/or the City and the parent
and child may be released of their liability or responsibility for their actions. For these same reasons, the
Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) or Caltrans has never recognized the "Slow Children
At Play" sign as a uniform traffic control device.
An alternative was discussed in the meeting that would require the modification of the present symbol to
eliminate the false perception of safety. Mr. Everson stated that the altemative would be explored, although
there may be some trade-mark issues that could prevent the modification of the symbol.
Although, the KKAD25 sign could prove to be a useful traffic-calming tool, it is staff's opinion that the
uncertainty surrounding the burden of responsibility may place the City in a difficult position. Therefore, staff
is recommending that the KKAD25 program be placed on hold until the liability issues are resolved and the
present symbol on the sign is modified.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None
Attachment:
1. Exhibit "A" - Copy of"Keep Kids Alive Drive 25" sign and related material
2
EXHIBIT "A"
P KIDS
ALIVE
KEEP KID-.~'
ALIVE
DRIVE
KEEP KIDS ALIVE DRIVE 25®
GROWING A COMMUNITY-WIDE
CAMPAIGN
What is KEEP KIDS ALIVE DRIVE 25~?
KEEP KIDS ALIVE DRIVE 25® is a safety campaign
designed to encourage motorists to observe the
residential speed limit. In most towns and cities across
the U.S., the residential limit is 25 mph. Thus the slogan,
"KEEP KIDS ALIVE DRIVE 25®." The campaign can be
expanded to all speed zones through the NO NEED TO
SPEEDTM initiative.
KEEP KIDS ALIVE DRIVE 25®
P.O. BOX 45563 Omaha, NE 68145-0563 (402) 334-1391
www. keepkidsalive.com
BENEFITS
A KEEP KIDSALIVE DRIVE 25®1NO NEED TO
SPEEDTM community-wide campaign provides a
multitude of benefits. These include:
· Mobilizing residents to proactively take responsibility
for their driving behavior at a grassroots level.
Ultimately changing driving behavior must target
drivers in their own neighborhood. KEEP KIDS ALIVE
DRIVE 25® invites neighbors to talk with and get to
know each other in committing to look out for and
care for all neighborhood children. NO NEED TO
SPEEDTM extend this care and concern throughout
the whole community.
· Actual reduction of speed. The first completed
pre/post speed study of the effectiveness of KEEP
KIDS ALIVE DRIVE 25® yard signs in Oceanside, CA
showed a 16% decrease in average speed of vehicles
travelling in the first of the neighborhoods targeted
for implementation of the campaign. Three additional
studies are currently underway.
· Residents see more brake lights as drivers take the
KEEP KIDS ALIVE DRIVE 25®1NO NEED TO SPEEDTM
message to heart. An initial study conducted over a
20-month period indicated that over 75% of drivers
braked when passing a Keep Kids Alive Drive 25®
yard sign.
Benefits continued...
City officials, particularly law enforcement and traffic
engineering personnel, working alongside residents
and local businesses to address traffic safety in
neighborhoods and all roadways works to develop a
true partnership with all concerned citizens and civic
leaders. Community relations are improved when
leaders work together to develop and take ownership
in growing local initiatives.
Addressing speeding at a grassroots level through
KEEP KIDS ALIVE DRIVE 25®1NO NEED TO SPEEDTM
can save both lives and money. Calling drivers to
responsible behavior on the part of child and motorist
safety is much more affordable than, and oftentimes
preferable to, installing speed bumps, chicanes,
traffic circles, etc.
NOTE: CHECK YOUR SPEEDTM can be substituted for the NO
NEED TO SPEEDTM slogan.
3
THE KEEP KIDS ALIVE DRIVE
CHALLENGE
· Speeding is a primary concern in residential
neighborhoods, as well as in all speed zones, in
communities of all sizes throughout the United States.
· Residents consistently make requests of law
enforcement, traffic engineers, city council
representatives, county commissioners, and mayors
to address speeding in residential neighborhoods.
· Oftentimes residents request and believe that the
solution to residential speeding lies in physical
measures such as speed bumps/humps, blocking off
streets, or changing flow of traffic through use of
circles or chicanes.
· Engineering and Safety concerns most often militate
against implementing physical measures as a
response to residential speeding. This is due to safety
concerns related to response time of emergency
vehicles, which would be impeded by speed
bumps/humps as well as by data indicating that these
solutions are not warranted, especially as a primary
response to the problem.
KEEP KIDS ALIVE DRIVE 25® & NO NEED TO
SPEEDTMARE PART OF THE SOLUTION
~How do KEEP KIDS ALIVE DRIVE 25®/NO NEED
TO SPEEDTM work to address the problem of
speeding in residential neighborhoods?
· Since most speeding in residential neighborhoods is
a direct result of the driving behavior of residents of
that neighborhood, KEEP KIDS ALIVE DRIVE 25®
works to address the problem at a grass roots level
by inviting residents to take responsibility for their
own driving behavior. NO NEED TO SPEEDTM works
to promote this same responsibility while driving on
all roadways.
· The reality is that the problem of residential speeding
can best be addressed (and should be addressed) by
the people most directly affected by its impact, local
residents. This also extends to roadways in all speed
zones.
· KEEP KIDS ALIVE DRIVE 25® invites residents, along
with city officials (law enforcement, traffic engineers,
city council representatives, county commissioners,
and mayors) to work together to address speeding in
residential neighborhoods.
· The NO NEED TO SPEEDTM initiative expands the
scope of addressing the problem of speeding and
aggressive driving behaviors in all speed zones.
HOW DO COMMUNITIES MOBILIZE AROUND
KEEP KIDS ALIVE DRIVE 25®
& NO NEED TO SPEEDTM?
Communities can begin to mobilize in a number of
manners. These include:
· Local residents mobilizing through neighborhood
watch groups, neighborhood associations, or citizen
patrols.
· The Crime Prevention or Traffic Enforcement Unit of
local law enforcement, as well as the Public Works
Department (through Traffic Engineering) can take the
lead in introducing the campaign as a way of
organizing neighborhoods to address the issue of
residential speeding in a proactive way.
· City Council, Mayor's Office, County Commission can
serve as catalysts in initiating a community dialogue
in concert with law enforcement and traffic
engineering to explore ways to seed KEEP KIDS
ALIVE DRIVE 25® and NO NEED TO SPEEDTM in
neighborhoods as well as to pro-actively address
speeding throughout the community.
Community Mobilization continued...
· Once a community-wide plan is in place,
neighborhoods, law enforcement, public works, and
local businesses are ready to initiate a coordinated
local response to address speeding/aggressive
driving. These responses could include:
1. Canvassing the neighborhood talking with
residents about the campaign(s) and inviting
personal commitment.
2. Introducing the campaign(s) through presentations
to neighborhood associations, watch groups,
citizen patrols, safety committees, and through
local businesses, etc. Law enforcement, traffic
engineering, and council/commission
representatives in partnership with
neighborhood/community leaders can take the lead
in introducing KEEP KIDS ALIVE DRIVE 25®1NO
NEED TO SPEEDTM to local residents.
3. Posting KEEP KIDS ALIVE DRIVE 25®/NO NEED TO
SPEEDTM yard signs throughout neighborhoods in
all speed zones to attract the attention of drivers as
a means of reinforcing the message to observe the
posted speed limit. The signs serve as a friendly
reminder to check your speed and slow down as
needed.
4. Posting KEEP KIDS ALIVE DRIVE 25®/NO NEED TO
SPEED~= street signs is an additional option to
explore in residential neighborhoods and
throughout the community.
7
LOCAL GOVERNMENT SUPPORT
In addition to the aforementioned ways in which
local government can support implementation of
KEEP KIDS ALIVE DRIVE 25®/NO NEED TO
SPEEDTM, ongoing support of city/county officials
is crucial in implementing a city/county-wide
campaign or a neighborhood initiative. City
support can take the form of:
· Providing a central coordinating point for
implementation of KEEP KIDS ALIVE DRIVE 25®/NO
NEED TO SPEEDTM. This allows the campaign to be
implemented in a consistent manner throughout the
community. As neighborhoods, or as the whole
community take on the campaign, all involved can
proceed in a uniform coordinated way.
· Law Enforcement and Traffic Engineering can work
together to provide pre/post data from speed studies
conducted prior to and after implementation of the
campaign. This data helps to keep the campaign on
track towards the goal of reducing speeding in
residential neighborhoods.
COMMUNITY-WIDE SUPPORT
KEEP KIDS ALIVE DRIVE 25®/NO NEED TO
SPEEDTM has the opportunity to be most
effective when community-wide support is
evident. This support can take many forms,
such as:
· Radio stations running KEEP KIDS ALIVE DRIVE
25®/NO NEED TO SPEEDTM public service
announcements provided through Radio Cares. TV
stations can also develop Public Service
Announcements to run in support of a local
initiative.
Local retailers can make KEEP KIDS ALIVE DRIVE
25®/NO NEED TO SPEEDTM products available to
the public.
· Local businesses affixing KEEP KIDS ALIVE DRIVE
25®/NO NEED TO SPEEDTM 25® bumper stickers,
decals, or license frames to service vehicles
present in residential neighborhoods. City vehicles
can also display a sticker, decal, or license frame.
· Businesses underwriting the cost (or partial cost)
of KEEP KIDS ALIVE DRIVE 25®/NO NEED TO
SPEEDTM signage, bumper stickers, key chains, etc
that are distributed throughout the community to
promote the message of safe driving. Businesses
can also distribute or sell these items in support of
a local campaign.
Community Support continued...
· Schools (PTAs/PTOS), faith communities, scouting
groups, neighborhood associations, citizen patrols,
day care groups, and other community
organizations can get involved by promoting the
campaign through their efforts.
· Car dealerships could consider distributing KEEP
KIDS ALIVE DRIVE 25®/NO NEED TO SPEEDTM yard
signs, key chains, decals, or bumper stickers with
every test-drive.
Local foundations can also support community
initiatives through financial backing.
FINANCING A LOCAL
KEEP KIDS ALIVE DRIVE 25® CAMPAIGN
Financing is always a part of the equation when
beginning any new initiative. And so it is with
KEEP KIDS ALIVE DRIVE 25®1NO NEED TO
SPEEDTM. To date, communities have come up
with a number of ways to finance local initiatives.
*These include:
· Grants provided through local foundations and
businesses.
· Neighborhood Association Funding.
· Businesses underwriting the cost of KEEP KIDS
ALIVE DRIVE 25®/NO NEED TO SPEED~M signs,
stickers, key chains, etc so that these can be passed
out free of charge or at a nominal cost. Products can
also be made available through retail outlets.
· Neighborhood Safety Block Grants provided through
local Law Enforcement.
· Including funding for KEEP KIDS ALIVE DRIVE
25®/NO NEED TO SPEEDTM in the city/county budget.
Copyright Tom Everson, September 21, 2000 Updated July 24, 2001
]1
KEEP KIDS
ALIVE
KEEP KIDS ALIVE DRIVE FACT SHEET
DID YOU KNOW?
Most drivers speeding on your street live in your neighborhood.
Speeding in neighborhoods is a primary concern of citizens in cities
throughout the U.S.
It is not unusual for speeders to be clocked in excess of 40 mph (and even 50
mph) in a 25 mph zone.
A pedestrian hit by a vehicle travelling 30 mph is 3 times more likely to die
than one hit by a vehicle travelling 25 mph. (General Estimates Database on
Police Reported Accidents)
Speeding extends the distance necessary to stop a vehicle. At night, when
you can see only as far as your headlights (160 feet in front of your vehicle),
the situation worsens.
*At 20 mph the total stopping distance needed is 69 feet.
*At 30 mph, the distance needed is 123 feet.
*At 40 mph, the distance needed is 189 feet, which may not be enough
distance and time for you to avoid hitting an object or person on the road
(USDOT, NHSTA)
The effectiveness of restraint devices like air bags and safety belts, and
vehicular construction features such as crumple zones and side member
beams decline as impact speed increases. (USDOT, NHSTA) Speed, defined as
exceeding the posted speed limit or traveling too fast for the conditions, is
cited as a contributing factor in approximately 30% of fatal crashes. (NHSTA)
Keep Kids Alive Drive 25~
P.O. BOX 45563 Omaha, NE 68145-0563 (402) 334-1391
www. keepkidsalive.com
KEEP KIDS
ALIVE
KEEP KIDS ALIVE DRIVE 25~ FACT SHEET
(From the National Hiqhwav Traffic Safety Administration}
Speeding -- exceeding the posted speed limit or driving too fast for conditions - is
one of the most prevalent factors contributing to traffic crashes. The economic cost
to society of speeding-related crashes is estimated by NHTSA to be $28.9 billion per
year. In 1997, speeding was a contributing factor in 30 percent of all fatal crashes,
and 13,036 lives were lost in speeding-related crashes.
In 1997, 626,000 people received minor injuries in speeding-related crashes. An
additional 75,000 people received moderate injures, and 41,000 received critical
injuries in speeding-related crashes (based on methodology from The Economic
Cost of Motor Vehicle Crashes 1994, NHTSA).
In 1997, 77,000 pedestrians were injured and 5,307 were killed in traffic crashes in
the United States, representing 2 percent of all the people injured in traffic crashes
and 13 percent of all traffic fatalities.
On average, a pedestrian is killed in a motor vehicle crash every 99 minutes, and
one is injured every 7 minutes.
In 1997, 86 percent of speeding-related fatalities occurred on roads that were not
Interstate highways.
For drivers involved in fatal crashes, young males are the most likely to be speeding.
The proportion of all crashes that are speed-related decreases with increasing ddver
age. In 1997, 37 percent of the male ddvers 15 to 20 years old who were involved in
fatal crashes were speeding at the time of the crash.
Alcohol and speeding are clearly a deadly combination. Speeding involvement is
prevalent for ddvers involved in alcohol-related crashes. In 1997, 43 percent of the
intoxicated ddvers (BAC = 0.10 or higher) involved in fatal crashes were speeding,
compared with only 14 pement of the sober drivers (BAC = 0.00) involved in fatal
crashes.
Keep Kids Alive Drive 25~
P.O. BOX 45563 Omaha, NE 68145-0563 (402) 334-1391
www.keepkidsalive.com
Ya
Yard-~ign campaigns at the grass roots
level are proving to be an effective tool in
reducing speeds on neighborhood
streets. The campaign typically has
neighborhood residents place signs on
their i,roperties that read "Keep Kids
Alive. Drive 25."
In )ceanside, CA tile campaign re-
suited in a 16% percent reduction in
avura.., e speed of motorists on tile neigh-
borh~d streets where the signs were
placer.. Considering the Iow cost o fsuch
cam[~aign and its ability to involve red-
a
dents and build communityspirit against
speedi ~g on local streets, tile yard-sign
campa gn compares thvoraNy with other
measui es used by traffic engineers to re-
duce ,cuds (see adjoining table). Other
measu~ cs are otten ineffective (for exam-
ple. st( p si,ms).o controversial and costly
(speed hmnps), or impractical (closure
o f stre, ~t, one-way streets).
Th~ Keep Kids Alive, Drive 25
(KKAI~) campaign was started by one
Thoma~ Everson of Omaha, NE. Mr
Everso~ informed The Ut'baa Transpor-
tafian ~ lonilor about how KKAD works
to add. ess the problem of speeding in
residen iai neighborhoods:
Sinc,' most speeding in residential
neighb~,rboods is a direct result of the
driving behavior of residents of that
nelghh< rhood, Keep Kids A live, Drive 25
works tc address the problem at the grass
roots le/el by inviting residents to take
respons bility for their own driving be-
havior.
The i eality is that the problem et'resi-
dential ;peeding can best be addressed
(and sh< uld be addressed) bythe people
most dig ectly a fleeted by its impact: local
residual
Kee ~.ids Alive, Drive 25 invites resi-
dents, ~ng with city officials (law en-
forcem ~t, traffic engineers, citycouncil
represer tatives~ county commissioners,
and may irs) to work together to address
speedin~ in residential neighborhoods.
For n~ore information on how to im-
plement KKAD. as well as possible fund-
ing sources, contact Thomas Everson,
tel. (402) 334-1391, emaih ever-
sont~galeway, net.
· d-Sign Campaign Proves Effective in Reducing Speed
Residential Streets
~y /mplemented in 80 Communities in 24 States
A "Keep Kids A live, Drive 25"si&*~ itt Oceaaside. C,4.
IPolice enforcement
Clost~re of street - m Mblock
intersection
Chokers
Diagonal diverters
Partml closure / semi-diver~er
Turn prohibaions
Medians. median barriers
Speed lira it stKns
Traffic circles
Rutnble smps
"No throug8 trafftc"d~s
Effectiveaess of Traffk' Calm lng Measures To Reduce Speed: Results o fa Sun'<v
Conducted,4 m ong Traffic Eagineet:v in 55 Different Cities itt the US.
#l.ttallation as reported achieved by each technique; as reported
b8 rexpondents, re.wo,den~s, averag, ed for all respondents5 The
averaged for all ratin,~ are based on it scale of O to 10 (with lO
reapondenls being very ~od/hi~ and 11 being terrtble/no
effect/negative q/fi;~t) /'or the ahdin' to redttce
speed. ' ' '
31,443 ($6151 6.8 1II) 225 125
$$2.5/hr 6.5 (2.6) 28 0 123.61
($10.601
$2.625 ($3,326) 5 9 (3. I) 65 0149
36.500 ($5,785) 6.6 (3. I)
$180 ($1411} $.412.3) 18.9 11901
$6.040155,6371 5.1 (2.4) 22.01179}
$500 (tV/A) * 5. 0 (N/A) ' 50 0 (NL.tI
$69.; ($325) 3.4 (3.31 495 (70 O)
$2,616 ($2.0.;5) 4.8 (2.3) 3~ 0 ($~01
$15715871 $.1 ($.4) 18.$132J)
$4.183 134.0131 $.3 (24} 3.0
$126 ($1241 2 712.0 6. 7 {9 7)
$6.100 ($6,1231 5.1 (2.8) 336 1264t
$$oo ($01 · $.0 (2.8) 0 (,vz.t) ·
$124 ($78) 1.5 (2 I) 4.6 (1051
Pavement marking~ ta $200151521 46(26) 1 7,216.$)
Ratsed $4.333151.1551° 65(27) [ 19.3126D'
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class¢cation
Restricted use duringpeak $100/N/A) ' tv/d *
Encinitas may buy yard
signs to reduce speeding -
By M~gan Lindow
STAFF WR~TER
ENcINITAS -- Faced with repeated
demands from residents for stop signs,
speed bumps and more traffic cops in
their neighborhoods, the City Council
may try a different approach to curb
speeders.
On Wednesday, the council will con-
sider buying 100 signs that say "Keep
Kids Alive, Drive 25" for residents to put
in their yards. The signs would be moved
from neighborhood to neighborhood ev-
ery two or three weeks.
Seeing the signs clustered along
streets would make motorists think
twice about speeding, some say, by re-
minding them of the children who play
there.
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ALIVE
DRIVE'
SIGNS
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Neighborhood
speeding Called
top traffic issue
Seven people, indudhlg one
child, have been killed and
more have been injured in En-
cinJtas since 1993 when hit by
cars, said Rob Blough, city traf-
fic engineer.
Although not all those acci-
dents involved speeders,
Blough said he gets more com-
plaints from residents about
speeding on residential streets
than about any other traffic is-
sue. The calls come from all
areas of the city, he said, even
· from remote cul-de-sacs.
Sheriffs deputies have been
monitoring various streets
since the beginning of the year,
collecting statistics on how:'
'many tickets they write and
where the speeders live..Near-'
by, it tums out.
"Many yiolators are people
that live in the neighborhood,"
Blough said. "Very few people
from outside the city m-e get-
ting cited."
The 18-by-24-inch yard signs
cost 810 apiece, for a total of
about $1,200, including ship-
ping and handling~
Councilwoman Maggie Hou-
lihan, who is asking the council
to consider the purchase, said
the signs might get people to
change their behavior.
'q'hese people, if they're
· thinking about it, don't ~vant to
speed in residential neighbor-
hoods," she s~Ad.
Signs, stickem and other par-
aphemalia bearing the "Keep
Kids Alive" mptto have cropped
up in about 80 cities around the
country, including Oceanside
and Santee, said Tom Everson,
fo~mder of the Omaha, Neb.-
based company that makes
them.
The signs have worked Well
so far for Oceanside, said John
Amberson, the city's transpor-
tation analyst.
After they bought 200 signs a
year ago, officials discovered
that motorists drove about 16
percent slower in one neighbor-
hood with a school nearby
where the signs were posted.
"It is a passive reminder to
slow down;" Amberson said.
'Whe sign says it all; and it elim-
inates confrontation."
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THE NEIGHBORHOOD TRAFFIC WATCH
PROGRAM
INTRODUCTION
When it comes to speeding and other traffic safety con,ems in residential
neighborhoods, enforcement is Often the first and best line of defense. However,
additional traffic signs am what some residents need to feel safer against speeding in
their neighborhood. Unfortunately, traffic signs do not always make neighborhood
streets eater. As part of the Ocesnside Neighborhood Traff~ Action Program (ONTAP),
the City of Oceanside has a process to determine if additional measures should be
Calming is often used to describe a -
physical device in the roadway designed
to passively force traffic to slow down,
modify driver behavior and enhance
pedestrian safety. All traffic calming *~*-
devices .are Initially imp!emented on a ~.. ~-.~%_~_'. ~.~ ... ~./. ~ .
temporary basis (as shown. In Figure la)
- and evaluated for a period of* at least 6 _ ~.sL-e~.~:. &:~.~;_?=:~. ~:-~L~:--.~
months to 1 year before construction of a~,_,
permanent device (as shown in Figure ~b).. :.:;. :'- . ' :~ J.: { '~_.'-.-~1
Figure 1 displays the temporary and
permanent phases of the traffio ~ircle
instated on Fousset Road.
In some neighborhoods, installation of physical traffic calming devices is not always
wananted. In many cases, people that am doing the speeding are otten our friends and
neighbors, While most people speed out of habit rather than a conscious decision to
break the law, the best long-term solution to getting drivers to slow down is increased
safety awareness. The Neighborhood Traffic Watch Program0 which i~ supported by
the City of Ocaanside and the Occenside Police Department, is aimed bringing
residents together to work coopei'ai;vely among'themselves, with the City and the police
department to inoreese driver safety awareness through education and enforcement.
The program keeps resident~ thinking about how they're driving and of the potential
hazards of neighborhood spccding, Mom importantly, through the Neighberhood Treffio
Watch Program, residents can remind each other of thei~ mutual respons~flity -
particula~y to the ~hildren living in the neighborhood ama,
Neighborhood speeders come in two fi3rms: The Internal speeder and the Cut-Through
speeder. Internal speeders are motorists that speed on neighborhood streets that do
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not provide any significant conne~,ion between two major roads. Internal speeders
often reside within the neighbo~h~d they am speeding in. Cut-Through speeders am
motorists that cut-through your neighborhood to get from one major roadway to another
in order to get from point A to point B. Cut-through speeders reside in other
neighborhood areas. As a participant of Traffic Watch, you w~'ll have the knowledge and
resources to notify and report repeat traffic speed and safety offenders.
HOW DO WE START A NEIGHBORHOOD TRAFFIC WATCH PROGRAM?
The first step in starting a Neighborhood Traffic Watch Program in your area is to call
the City of Oceanside Community Services Depai~,,ent at 9854765. Request that City
traffic engineering staff evaluate your neighborhood street for possible traffic calming.
Atso, request that you be mailed a copy of the City of Oceanside'$ Neighborhood Traffic
Action Program (ONTAP) trail'= calming brochure. The brochure explains the City's
implementabo~ policy of physical [,-a~c calming devices and the support available to
you for starting a Neighborhood Traffic Watch Program in your area. The following
steps show you how to organize a Neighborhood Traffic Watch Program in your area:
1..Organize a Preliminary MastJng
a. Arrange a small, ~nformal preliminary meeting of several neighbom who am
concemed about speeding and traffic safety and ara willing to assist in setting up
the Nelghborheod Traffic Watch Program. These neighbors could also form a
cora group or committee for fie Neighborhood Traffic Watch program.
b. At this pmflminary meeting, review the Oceanside Neighborhood Traffic Action
Program (ONTAP) brochure and discuss the need for a Neighborhood Traffic
Watch Program, the exp~ed results, problem areas; obtain definite
commitments of those in attendance to continue service/involvement in the
program.
Choose a site for the flint formal Neighborhood Traffi= Watch meeting. It is
important to hold the meeting in the home of a neighbor to encourage an informal
atmosphere.. If this is not possible, consider the following possibilities:
· neighborhood school
· chul~n
community center
Plan the meeting far enough in advanco to give everyone adequate notice.
Schedule it so tflat those who wish to attend will be able to do so. Often, the best
time for a meetir~g is in the evening. Don~ be disappointed if everyone does not
show up. While 100% participation is desirable, it is not required for
implementation of the program.
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e. Circulate the ONTAP brochure to neighbors with an announcement of when and
where the first Neighborhood TrafficWatch meeting will be held.
If possible, record the names of those individuals who Wish to participate in the
program.
g. Prepare a meeting agenda:
· Purpose & brief background
Have ail in attendance introduce themselves (it may be pnJdent to have a sign
in sheet to record name, address, phone number and a specific traffic
Introduce law enforcement officer and/or City staff (if in attendance)
· Discuss neighborhood ;.,~;1ic safety problems
Explain benefits of the Neighborhood Trsffio Watch Program and how it is to
be organized
· Select a Neighborhood Traffic Wa'rah coordinator
Select Block or Street captains (representing one block, several blocks, a
road. etc., depending on geographical size and number of residents)
Note: The steps descn7~ed above can vary depending upon ~he individual needs
of your neighborhood,
2. Conduct Fimt Formal. Neighborhood Traffic Watch Meeting .
· a;
Be Sure to contact the' City 'of oceanside traffic 'calming staff to advise them Of
your plans and invite them to perlicipate in l~e first formal neighborhood meeting.
At that ~,e, City staff will make arrangements for a representative of the
OCeanside Police Department to also attend the meeting. Allow staff at least two
to three weeks advance notice. You may Call John Amberson at 966-4167
and/or send e-mail to J_emberson~oi.oceansid~.ce.us.,
b. Request that a presentation be given on traffic calming and what residents can
do fo increase traffic safety awareness and eliminete speeding.
c. At the meeting, follow the agenda developed at the preliminary meeting.
Obtain a commitment from the City and Oceanside Police Department (if
possible) to work with the Neighborhood Traffic Watch Program by agreeing to
do the following:
· Provide information on traffic speed trends and traffic volumes, which may
affect fl-~ neighborhood.
· When possible, provide the Traffic Watch group with informational handouts
and ether resource material,
· When possible, provid~ a general traffic safety awareness presentation to the
Traffic Watch group.
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· Provide training to residents so they can assess their own traffic safety
strengths and weaknesses and then take appropriate a~ion.
e. Explain beneffis of the Neighborhood Traffic Watch Program and how it is to be
organized.
Select a Neighborhood Traffic Watch Coordinator and Street/Block Captains
(representing one bloc, k, several blocks, a mad, etc., depending on geographical
size and number of residents).
ff there is a homeowners association representing the neighborhood, ask the
appropriate committee to study the development of the Neighborhood Traffic
Watch Program and include it in it's regular meeting agenda.
Discuss ways in which the Neighborhood Traffic Watch Pregmm can be
reinforced with regular meetings, informational materiais, warning signege,
bumper stlokers and decals.
Try to discuss all of the traffic safety issues and concerns and attempt to reach
an overall =onsansus as to what the issues am and how they may be addressed.
Allow participants to freely express their opinions, fears and expectations.
Develop a "team attitude".
.$. Conduct a Second Neighborhood Traffic Watch Meeling
a~ Give'the purpOse' and briet; backgroL~nd for the rn~tlng.' The'purpoSe should'be
to minforca the roles and actions of all affected and involved residents, the City
and law enforcamenL
b. Announce the Neighborhood Traffic Watch Committee (could be same neighbors
that attended preliminary meeting).
c. Have all In attendance introduce themselves.
Introduce law enforcement officedCity staff (if in attendance). Listen to their
suggestions. Collectively discuss ways in which you keep an eye out o~ the
e. Have the Neighborhood TrafficWatch Sign displayed (if available from the City of
Oceanslde) and explain the purpose of the various cx)mmunity and neighbodxxx:l
street signs used by the City of Oceanside.
L If available, distribute informational materials.
g. Discuss neighborhood traffic safety problems. Allow parlicipants to freely
express their opinions, fears and expectations. Develop a "team attitude",
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h. Develop methods for a =oilective effort to enforce traffic safety and inform
neighborhood speeders (see 'Some General Guidelines" on page 5),
i. Again, explain benefits of the Neighborhood Traffic Watch Program and how it is
to be organized.
j. Set up a schedule that is convenient for everyone. Two or three meetings every
six months or Include at every homeowners association meeting.
SOME GENERAL GUIDELINES
1. Follow-up Activity: Neighborhood Traffic Watch Committee Guidelines
a. The Neighborhood Traffic Watch Coordinator and the block/mad captains are the
most crucial positions. They provide leadership and coordination and senm on
the Neighborhood Traffic Watch Committee, which has the following
responsibilities:
To maintain aed expand the program to include as many residents (and
adjacent neighborhoods - especially for ~cut-through" traffic) as possible.
· To set forth objeotives and stmtogies in cooperation with law enforcement
that will make neighborhood streets safer.
To plan and implement programs that will be beneficial and. appropriate for
the neighborhood.'
' .' To a~seSS the sdCcess'of the program and' Provide feedback to residents, law
enforcement, and the City of Oceanside.
2. Neighborhood Traffic Watch Coordinator Guidelines - (Alternative for a Traffic
Safety Officer, when one is not available from law enforcement agency)
a. Serves as liaison between the Oceansicle Police Department/City of O~eanside
and the neighborhood.
Seeks resources and materials and makes them available to block captains.
c. Passes information obtained from Oceenside Police Department/CRy of
Ocearudde to block captains.
d. Passes information from block =aptains to Oceanside Police Department/CRy of
Oceanside, i.e., chronic speeders in neighborhood, problems and concerns.
e. Maintains a master list of Traffic Watch members.
Arranges neighborhood tmt~ safet~ and speed reduction programs in
conjunction with Oceanside Police Depa, b.ent/Clty of Oceanside. Such
programs should be based upon input received at prior meetings.
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g. Obtains signage proclaiming that the neighborhood h~us a Ti-a~c Watch program.
h. Prov'[les reports to lhe homeowners association, if such exists.
i, Supervises the activities of the block captains.
j. Establishes subcommittees to develop specific traffic safety and speed reduction
project.
Block/Road Captains Guidelines
a, Serve as liaison between residents and coordinator.
b. Recruit new Traffic Watch members, striving for 100% participation in the block
or blocks within your neighborhood.
c. Assist coordinator in planning meelings and aclivilies.
d. Maintain.a-list of par'dcipating members, including name, address, work and
home phone numbers, vehicle types and license numbers.
e. Make maps of neighborhood area showing the name, address and telephone
number of every par'deipaM's house or apartment.
'f. dlstrlbut~ block' map 'tb each pa~oipat/~g member. "
g, Notify residents of meetings and training sessions.
h. Designate work assignments as needed:
Fund raising, i.e., sign purchase, w~ten materials, etc.
Walking Patrol
Speed radar operations and/or
Other appropriate assignment/s
4, ResldentPartlelpation Guidelines
a. Get acquainted with your neighbors, know their names and be able to iden'dfy
them and their vehicles by sight.
b. Maintain your map with names, addresses and phone numbers in an easily
ar, c~ssible location.
c. Regularly attend neighborhood meetings. They are for your beneflL
d. Do not allow small children to play in the
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e. Do not speed, and drive as safely as possible.
f. Notify or report neighbors that continue unsafe dr'wing and/or speeding.
Every Day Guidelines
a. Be obServant. Keep watch on yo~Jr street and report unsafe driving behavior to
neighbors or Oceanside Police Depaflment when appropriate.
b. Record licenSe numbers and desmipfion of vehicles that continue unsafe driving,
~. Educate your children and instill respect for traffic safety.
d. Do not t~/to make c'ff~zen arrests, Being a good witness is mom important.
ACTIVITIES AND TOOLS
1. Patrols:
Should only be organized after discussions with Oceanside Police
Department/City traffic engineering staff.
Can be accomplished by sitting in your driveway_or.front yam, walktng, .bicycle or'
motor vehicle. ' '
In most ceres, one should only obsewe and report and take no direct action. It
may be better to let your block ceptain or Neighborhood Traffic Watch
Coordinator notify the traffic safety of~nder through letter correspondence and/or
telephone. You may also record the license plate numbem of repeat t~,=;~c safety
offenders and tum them into the Oceanside Police Department (435-4900), who
in turn will Send · notice to the address of the speed offender and/or pay that
person a vlsiL
a. Through the speed watch .... ~.!
program. City ataff will ~~;~" ..... ~ ....
teach residents how to ~-: "~,'-,:~-' ' ...... ~- ~ :-
effectively identify traffic -
speedera. The speed radar t':: ,-- . ,
gun will be used in this
exercise to measure alld
compare 'actual'
speeds with "perceived' traffic spells. Thi~ excrete helps residents to better
distinguish speedem from non-speeders (Figure 2).
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bo
City staff will schedule a training session with you and ether
Neighborhood Traffic Watch participants.
You may request the Oceanside Police Department's mobile
speed radar trailer which displays how fast motorists are
driving over ~ posted sF===l limit (Figure 3). The speed
radar trailer is an excellent visual deterrent and facilitates
continued traffic safety awareness. You can call and request
the speed trailer from the Oceanside Police Department at
435-4900,
You may also request police enforcement on your street (for
streets cJassified as a residential collector and higher).
3. Telephone Tree
a. Each individual in the Truffle Watch group is assigned to contact a specific
number of other neighbors to pass on general information.
Each resident must provide his/her block/mad captain with sufficient information
about his/her household to make the system effective.
TrafficWatch participants should notify the block captain or Neighborhood T~af;;e
Watch Coordinator. of. an observed speeder/safety violator, who'in turn, notifies
the traf~ violator of his/her unsafe driving.
4. Neighborhood Traffic Watch and Keep Kids Alive Drive 25 Yard Signing:
a. Yard signs could be used to keep area motorists informed
of the truffle speeding concern.
. b. Yard signs provide a strong visual impression to motorists
that say, 'This is not a street for speedingl' and modifies driver
behavior through increased awareness.
c. The yard signs could be used in a block pa~ setting in eonjun~on
with other attention getting resources such as homemade signs,
police, radar trailer, etc.
Keep Kids Alive Drive 25 Window Warning der. ale and Bumper StJckem
a. Can be used to Identify homes and motor vehicles belonging to the
Neighborhood Traffic Watch Program.
b. You can order your own Keep K~ds Alive products on the Interest at
'"KeepKldsallVe.com" .............
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Neighborhood Traffic Watch Program Guldelin~
CITY OF OCEANSIDE
6. Neighborhood Map:
a. Can be used es a guide to report information to law enforcement, fire, reeoue or
other emergency personnel.
b. Informs residents who their neighbors are.
CREATIVE APPROACHES TO SLOWING DOWN NEIGHBORHOOD SPEEDERS
Leave your car at home: EncOuraging your family and friends to dale their bicycle,
walk, or take the bu~ight mil, will reduoe the traffic volume and speeding in your
neighborhood.
Write letters to the ,editor or your neighborhood end community papers: Let
drivers know that speeding threatens our sense of community end personal well
being.
Learn mom about transportation end traffic issues: Contact the City traffic
engineering staff for existing information on the City, s general traffic safety and traffic.
~-alming policies. You may contact John Amberson at 966-4167.
NEIGHBORHOOD ACTIVITIES
Them are a number of creative ways to remind people to observe speed limits. Any
action that reminds people to watch their speed will affect potential speeders:
· Cimulate traffic safe~ flyers throughout the neighborhood telling people to drive
more respona~ly.
· Walk your neighborhood and place Informative door hangers on nearby homes.
A block party arouncl the theme "Slow Down" gets people thinking and mil<lng
about their driving habits.
Neighborhood Traffic Watr. h Program Guidelines
CITY OF OCEANSIDE
NEED HELP? HAVE QUESTIONS?
Need help getting a Traffic Watch Program started in your neighborhood? Are you
looking for information and tools to help you convey the message of enhanced traffic
safety? Call John Amberson at the City of Oceansicle at 966-4167 or you can send e-
mail to Jarnbemon~,ci.oceanside,us.co.
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NEIGHBORHOOD TRAFFIC WATCH
YARD SIGN PROGRAM
PU.RP-OSE .........
YARD SIGNS PASSIVELY REMIND
DRIVERS TO OBSERVE RESIDENTIAL
SPEED LAWS WITHOUT
CONFRONTATION
YARD SIGNS BRING NEIGHBORS AND
THE COMMUNITY TOGETHER IN THE
COMMON GOAL FOR RESIDENTIAL
TRAFFIC SAF~- ! 't'
PLEASE....
DRIVE SLOWER
NEIGHBORHOOD TRAFFIC WATCH
RESIDENTS ARE LESS LIKELY TO SPEED IF THEY ARE DISPLAYING A YARD SIGN IN
FRONT OF THEIR HOME
YARD SIGNS ENHANCE RESIDENTIAL TRAFFIC SAFETY THROUGH INCREASED
AWARENESS AND PARTICIPATION
· YARD SIGNS ARE THE CATALYST FOR NEIGHBORHOOD TRAFFIC WATCH PROGRAMS
YARD SIGNS DOES AND DON'TS
· YARD SIGNS WORK BEST BY USING AS MANY YARD SIGNS AS AVAILABLE ON A
GIVEN STREET SEGMENT, CREATING A STRONG VISUAL IMPRESSION
YARD SIGNS SHOULD BE PLACED ON YOUR LAWN APPROXIMATELY 40' FROM THE
EDGE OF YOUR STREET
YARD SIGNS ARE NOT TO BE NAILED. STAPLED, TAPED
OR FASTENED IN ANY FORM TO UTILITY AND LIGHT
POLES
PLEASE BRING THE SIGNS IN AT NIGHT TO PREVENT
THEFT OR VANDALISM
YARD SIGNS ARE TO BE USED ON A TEMPORARY
BASIS ONLY, FOR 2 TO 3 WEEKS (IMPORTANT FOR
EFFECTIVENESS AS A SPEED DETERENT)
OU MAY' PURCHASE YOUR OWN YARD SIGNS AT THE
EEP KIDS ALIVE WEB SITE - 'http:/Ikeepkidsalive.com"
(notify John Amberson at 966-4167 for speed radar trailer and
enforcement support).
KEEP KID...~'
ALIVE
DRIVE
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ITEM NO. 6
TRAFFIC ENGINEER'S REPORT
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
Monthly Activity Report
January / February 2002
Prepared By: Amer Attar
Submitted by: William G. Hughes
Date: February 26, 2002
PROJECTS UNDER CONSTRUCTION
1. First Street Bridge
This project will construct First Street from Pujol Street to Old Town Front Street, including the construction
of a bridge over Mun-ieta Creek and the realignment of Santiago Road. The project is complete. Staff report for
the notice of completion was presented to City Council on February 12, 2002.
2. Murrieta Creek Crossing Between Winchester and Rancho California Road- Low-flow Crossing at
Via Montezuma
This project will construct a low-flow crossing of Murdeta Creek connecting Diaz and Del Rio at Via
Montezuma. In addition, this project will rehabilitate the street of Via Montezuma. This project is complete.
Recording a conservation easement is in progress for the mitigation of the disturbed area. A Draft Document
was sent to the ACOE, Fish & Game and RWQCB for review on 10/31/01. RWQCB responded on 1/8/02 that
it was acceptable to them. It will go to City Council for approval on March 5, 2002 and then sent to the
County of Riverside for recordation.
3. City Maintenance Facility Alterations, Phase III
This project will modify the existing two story masonry block building to accommodate a new second floor of
office space over the existing two-story maintenance bay, including the installation of an elevator, and two new
second floor restrooms. Building modifications are complete. State Elevator Inspector is scheduled to perform
final inspection on February 28, 2002.
4, Margarita Road Widening, Pauba Road to Dartolo Road
This project will widen Margarita Road from Pio Pico to Dartolo Road and re-landscape the medians from De
Portola to SR 79 South. Included with this project is the pavement rehabilitation of Phase II (Pauba Road to
Plo Pico. The contractor has completed the street work; there is only one RCWD outstanding issue. Once this
issue is resolved and the contractor submits the proper paper work, we will go to City Council for acceptance.
The 65-Working Days Maintenance period began on October 8, 2001.
5. Senior Center Expansion
The expansion will include an addition of 3000 square feet to the existing building. The expansion will be for
recreational, office, and meeting purposes. It will include the addition of 3000 square feet of building area for
recreational, office and meeting purposes. Project is substantially complete. Contractor is currently performing
corrections to inspection punchlists from TCSD, Public Works, Fire and Building & Safety Departments.
Building addition is scheduled for use by February 25.
6. AC Street Repairs - FY2001
This project will rehabilitate and reconstruct selected City streets. The Contractor has completext the work for
this project. The notice of completion will be presented to the City Council when thc contractor submits the
Affidavit, Final Release, and Maintenance Bond.
7. Chaparral High School Swimming Pool
A 25-yard x 25-meter pool will be built at Chaparral High School. The facility will include a smaller
recreation pool component and a bathhouse with locker room facilities, restrooms and showers. Spray~type
play equipment will be included as an element in the base construction bid. The buildings are being stucco'd
and the roof and interiors are being completed. The pool deck and deck drain system is nearly finished. The
poles for the competition lights are to be set by a helicopter Saturday, February 23, 2002.
8. Emergency Generator - City Hall & City Yard
This project will install an emergency generator for City Hall. Automatic transfer switch installed, work
progressing on screen walls and generator pad. Contractor is also completing as much pre-wi_ring as possible.
9. Long Canyon Detention Basin 5-yr Habitat Maintenance
Under this project, the Long Canyon Detention Basin will be planted and maintained for five years. Work
progressing, irrigation system and planting should be complete by the end of February.
10. 1-15 Northbound On-Ramp Widening at Winchester Road
This project will re-stripe westbound Winchester Road from Ynez Road to 1-15 northbound on-ramp to allow
for a better flow of traffic. This project will re-stripe Westbound Winchester Road from Ynez Road to 1-15
Northbound on-ramp to allow for a better flow of traffic. The work for this project was done. Caltrans
acceptance is pending.
PROJECTS BEING ADVERTISED FOR BIDS
NONE
PROJECTS IN DESIGN
1. Pala Road Improvements - Phase II (79 South to Pechanga Road)
This project will widen Pala Road to its ultimate width from the Pala Road~Bridge to Pechanga road. Plan
check comments (70% Submittal) were returned to the consultant. Work is proceeding on the remainder of the
design, The Wolf Creek Drainage Basin Hydrology Study prepared by Lohr Associates, Inc. was submitted to
RCFC & WCD on January 29, 2002 for review. Hydrology studies upstream of Wolf Creek have been
approved by RCFC & WCD. Staff will be using an appraiser to assist in the preparation of the real estate
appraisal report.
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2. Winchester Road Widening Between Enterprise Circle and Jefferson
This project will add a right turn lane from Eastbound Winchester to Southbound Jefferson, starting at
Enterprise Circle. O'Malley Engineering Coq)oration is upgrading design survey data for additional options in
the design. Design is to restart again during the next period.
3. Pala Road Improvements, Phase I - (Widening to accommodate four lanes from Pala Road Bridge to
Wolf Valley)
Pala Road Improvements, Phase I will give Pala Road two lanes in each direction (58 feet in width) from the
Pala Road Bridge to the Pechanga Casino. It includes re-striping the entire length. Pala Road Phase I
Improvements is schedule for public bid by the end of February 2002.
4. Traffic Signals Modifications at Pala Road and Loma Linda, and at Pala Road and Wolf Valley
Two traffic signals will be modified to accommodate the road interim widening. Wildan, the City's consultant
is updating the signal modification plans. This project is scheduled to be advertised for construction bids at the
end of February as part of the Pala Road Improvements, Phase I project.
5. Margarita Road Widening, Phase II (Interim), Pauba Road to Pio Pico
This project will widen Margarita Road on an interim bases between Pauba Road and Pio Pico. As a result,
Margarita Road will have four lanes throughout City limits. The bid opening was on February 19 and the
award of the construction contract is expected be on the February 26 City Council agenda.
6. Rancho California Road Bridge Widening Over Murrieta Creek
This project will widen Rancho California Bridge over Murrieta Creek to provide four additional traffic lanes. ·
The consultant has recently completed additional subsurface investigation work and has determined that there
is a potential for lateral spreading. Mitigation recommendations are currently being incorporated into the
bridge foundation design. 90% drawings will be submitted this month.
7. Temecula Library
A full service library, approximately 34,000 square feet in area, will be designed and built on Pauba Road, just
west of Fire Station #84. This project will provide the community with library resources and services.
Architect is f'mishing the final plans. A separate parcel is being created for the library (Plat & Description) for
bond purposes. City hired a grant underwriter. Utility services construction will be coordinated with Panba
Road, Phase II Street Improvements.
8. Pauba Road Improvements - Phase II (Margarita Road to Showalter Road)
This project will widen Pauba Road from Showalter to just west of Margarita Road to its ultimate width.
100% design plans and specs were submitted to the City for review. All utility issues are being addressed.
Work is being coordinated with the library project.
9. Murrieta Creek Bridge - Overland Drive Extension to Diaz
This project will entail alignment studies and the design of an extension of Overland Drive, westerly to Diaz
Road, which includes a new bridge over Murrieta Creek. The project includes the widening of Overland Drive
from Jefferson Avenue to Commerce Center Drive, and the extension of Overland Drive across Murrieta Creek
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to Diaz Road. PDC has completed the alignment study and staff has reviewed copies of the preliminary plans.
Staff has received comments regarding revisions to the negative declaration. Staff is reviewing Phases 2, 3 & 4
design costs prior to council submittal.
10. New Temecula Sports Complex
A new 40+ Acres sports complex will be built on Pala Road at Wolf Valley. The new location of the complex
is on Pals Road, near Wolf Valley. The soils report indicated substantial and costly removals. Staff is
evaluating options on preparing the site or choosing a different site. The location of the new sports complex is
dependent upon the approval of the Amendment to the Specific Plan. The consultant, RJM Design is fmishing
up the preliminary master plan of the sports complex.
11. Fire Station - Wolf Creek Site
A full service fire station will be constructed in the Wolf Creek development area. Contractor is to make the
initial submittal to Building and Safety for plan check by the end of March.
12. Diaz Road Realignment
Under this project, Diaz Road will be realigned to Vincent Moraga Road at Rancho California Road. Business
Park Drive will be a T-intersection at Diaz. City staff is currently designing the project. Anticipated design
completion is scheduled for April 2002.
13. Rancho California Road Median Modifications at Town Center
The project will include the closing of the two median openings on Rancho California Road in front of the
Town Center, while lengthening the left turn lanes at Ynez Road, Town Center Drive, and Via Los Colinas to
improve traffic circulation. The design is 95% complete and is currently in the plan check process. Bidding is
scheduled for March 2002.
14. Rancho California Road Widening at Ynez Road (Add right turn lane to westbound lanes)
This project will add a right turn lane on westbound Rancho California Road at Ynez Road. Right of way
acquisition at the northeast comer of Rancho California and Ynez is in the process of being done. In-house
design is 95% complete.
15. Landscaping and Sidewalk On 79 South (Front Street to Pala Road)
The project consists of the design and construction of new sidewalk, landscaping, and irrigation along State
Route 79 South between Pala Road and Old Town Front Street. The design process in underway and the 30%
design plans will be expected by the end of next month.
16. Alignment Study for Murrieta Creek Bridge Between Winchester Road and Temecula's City Limits
and Diaz Road Extension
This study will determine the alignment and location of the Murrieta Creek crossing between Winchester Road
to the northern City Limits. In addition, the study will be combined with the Diaz Road Extension alignment
study and design. Coordination with the City of Mmrieta, Flood Control and Army Corps of Engineers is
necessary. The Consultant and Staff met with Riverside County Flood Control to discuss possible alignments.
The consultant is currently awaiting data from Riverside County Flood Control in order to complete the work
on the first draft of the alignment study.
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17. Bridge Barrier Rail Upgrade, Rainbow Canyon Road over Pechanga Creek/Del Rio Road over
Empire Creek
This project will replace the existing barrier rails of the Rainbow Canyon Bridge over Peehanga Creek and the
Del Rio Road Bridge over Empire Creek. Contract documents have been returned and the PO issued. Kick off
meeting for design was held on Jan. 15, 2002. Simon Wong Engineering is in the process of developing "as-
builts" for the existing bridges and the barrier conceptual plans.
18. Fire Station - Wolf Creek Site
A fire station will be built at the Wolf Creek Site. Initial construction drawings are to be submitted by the end
of Febmary 2002.
19. Community Theatre
This project will create a community theatre at the old Mercantile building in downtown Temecula.
(Mercantile) Pre-Qualification Questionnaire is currently being advertised with a deadline for filing on March
7, 2002. Bid opening scheduled for May 2002. (Community Theatre) Preliminary design is underway.
20. City Maintenance Facility Modifications (Parking Lo0
Under this project, a seeurity fence will be installed between the existing maintenance facility and the western
side of City Hall to secure the parking lot west of the main building. The design of a security fence between
the existing maintenance facility and the western side of City Hall will be performed in-house. A scoping
meeting was held on 11/12/01. Research on existing base maps for the proposed area and as-builts for the
existing security fence near the maintenance facility is complete. Design is in progress.
PROJECTS THAT ARE SUSPENDED OR ON-HOLD
1. Pujol Street Sidewalk Improvements - Phase II
Project is on hold. This project will complete the knuckle at the intersection of Sixth Street and Felix Valdez.
The developer of a nearby property may be designing and constructing this project.
2. Margarita Road/Winchester Road Intersection Improvements
Project is on hold. Under this project, an additional left turn from eastbound Winchester to northbound
Margarita will be added in order to accommodate increasing traffic volumes. Design is 50% complete. This
project may be done by a developer.
3. Santa Gertrudis Bridge Widening at 1-15
This is Phase II of the Southbound Auxiliary Lane project at the southbound exit ramp for Winchester Road.
This project will widen the 1-15 southbound exit-ramp at the Santa Gertrudis Creek Bridge to provide an
additional lane on the exit ramp just north of Winchester Road. Staff is revisiting the merits of this project in
light of the proposed Project Study Report for Cherry Street Interchange. The study shows that this bridge may
have to be removed in the future to accommodate the Cherry Street Interchange. This project is suspended
indef'mitely.
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MEMORANDUM
Bill Hughes, Director of Public Works/City Engineer
~[~Brad Buron, Maintenance Superintendent
February 4, 2002
SUBJECT: Monthly Activity Report - January, 2002
The following activities were performed by Public Works Department, Street Mmnt~nance D'vision *n-house
personnel for the month of January, 2002:
I. SIGNS
A. Total signs replaced 106
B. Total signs installed 108
C. Total signs repaired 4
I1.
TREES
A. Total trees trimmed for sight distance and st.reet sweeping concems
2
ASPHALT REPAIRS
A. Total square feet of A. C. repairs
B. Total Tons
1~601
31
IV.
CATCH BASINS
A. Total catch basins cleaned
252
RIGHT-OF-WAY WEED ABATEMENT
A. Total square footage for right-of-way abatement
-0-
VI
GRAFFITI REMOVAL
A. Total locations
B. Total S.F.
21
1,059
VI.
STENCILING
A. t9 New and repainted legends
B. ~ L.F. of new and repainted red curb and striping
Also, City Maintenance staff responded to 51 service order requests ranging from weed abatement, tree
trimming, sign repair, A.C. failures, litter removal, and catch basin cleanings. This is compared to 40
service order requests for the month of December, 2001.
The Maintenance Crew has also put in 72 hoursofoverfimewhichincludesstandbytime, specialevents
and response to street emergencies.
The total cost for Street Maintenance performed by Contractors for the month of January, 2002 was
$ 56~024.00 compared to $ t03,470.94 for the month of December, 2001.
Account No. 5402 $ 23,486.00
Account No. 5401 $ 8,680.00
Account No. 999-5402 $ 1,680.00
Ron Parks, Deputy Director of Public Works
Ali Moghadam, Senior Engineer- (ClP/Traffic)
Greg Butler, Senior Engineer (Capital Improvements)
Amer Attar, Senior Engineer (Capital Improvements)
JerryAlegda, Senior Engineer - (Land Development)
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CITY OF TEMECULA
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
ROADS DIVISION
GRAFFITI REMOVAL
MONTH OF JANUARY, 2002
LOCATION
SANDERLING AT RORIPAUGH
29462 GEORGETOWN LANE
41593 WINCHESTER ROAD
RANCHO VISTA AT SANTA SUZokNNA
PAUBA AT CORTE VILLOSA
NORTH GENERAL KEARNEY AT DEER MEADOW
MARGARITA AT VERDES LANE
31367 LA SERENA
NIGHTHAWK PASS EAST OF MAPLE WOOD
MERVYNS
BU'r I'ERFIELD STAGE PARK
RANCHO CALWORNIA ROAD AT HUMBER
LONG CANYON CREEK PARK
40775 CAMINO CAMPOS VERDES
WINCHESTEI~ AT RUSTIC GLEN
BUTTERFIELD STAGE ROAD AT TEMECULA CREEK
BEHIND TARGET
REDHAWK PARKWAY AT OVERLAND TRAIL
40426 WINCHESTER
26680 YNEZ
RANCHO CALIFORNIA APARTlvIENTS
WORK COMI'LETED
REMOVED
REMOVED
REMOVED
REMOVED
REMOVED
REMOVED
REMOVED
REMOVED
REMOVED
REMOVED
REMOVED
REMOVED
REMOVED
REMOVED
REMOVED
REMOVED
REMOVED
REMOVED
REMOVED
REMOVED
REMOVED
9 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
2 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
12 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
2 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
2 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
12 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
3 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
4 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
4 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
5 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
178 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
78 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
30 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
8 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
296 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
118 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
270 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
2 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
2 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
7 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
15 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
TOTAL S.F. GRAFFrrl REMOVED 1~059
TOTAL LOCATIONS 21