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AGENDA
TEMECULA PUBLIC/TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION
TO BE HELD AT
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
43200 Business Park Drive
Temecula, California
Thursday, July 25, 2002 at 6:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER:
FLAG SALUTE
ROLL CALL:
PRESENTATION:
Special Enforcement Team (SET)
PUBLIC COMMENTS
COMMISSIONERS: Coe, Katau, Wedel, Connerton, Lanier
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 THE 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
I. Minutes of April 25~ 2002 and May 23, 2002
RECOMMENDATION:
1.1 Approve the Minutes of April 25, 2002.
1.2 Approve the Minutes of May 23, 2002.
COMMISSION BUSINESS
2. Electronic LED Speed Limit Advisory Sign Installation Policy
RECOMMENDATION:
2.1 That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission:
1. Approve the Electronic LED Speed Limit Advisory Sign Installation Policy; and
2. Include the use of Electronic LED Speed Limit Advisory Signs in Stage 1 of the
Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program.
3. Traffic Engineer's Report
4. Police Chief's Report
5. Fire Chief's Report
6. Commission Reports
ADJOURNMENT
The next regular meeting of the City of Temecula Public/Traffic Safety Commission will be held on Thursday,
August 22, 2002, at 6:00 P.M., Temecula 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
APRIL 25, 2002
CALL TO ORDER
The City of Temecula Public/Traffic Safety Commission convened in a regular meeting
at 6:00 P.M., on Thursday, April 25, 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 Wedel.
.ROLL CALL
Present:
Commissioners Coe, Connerton, Katan, Wedel,
and Chairman Lanier.
Absent: None.
Also Present:
Director of Public Works Hughes,
Senior Engineer Moghadam,
Associate Engineer Gonzatez,
Fire Captain McBride,
Police Lieutenant Pingel,
Police Sergeant Lohman,
Administrative Secretary Pyle, and
Minute Clerk Hansen.
PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS
Presentation reqardinq the Community Action Patrol (CAP) Team Program - Officer Bob
Ridley
Officer Ridley provided an overview of the Community Action Patrol (CAP) Program, a
volunteer program that he oversees, noting the following:
· That the CAP vehicles had been donated, one of which was a Ford Explorer donated
by City Manager Nelson, and the other a Chevrolet pick-up truck donated by the
Public Works Department;
· That currently there were nine members, introducing the four members that were
present, relaying that there were an additional four volunteers in the Citizen
Academy;
· That there were hopes of receiving additional vehicles in the future;
· That the CAP responsibilities included the following: patrolling the City, and
contacting the dispatch center if witnessing any unusual activity, aid in directing
traffic, aid in missing children incidents - vacation house checks, and · school site
patrolling; and
That the volunteers typically work in pairs in a CAP vehicle with a third volunteer
acting as a dispatcher, and if no member was present at the dispatch center, the
volunteers utilized their own cell phones and dispatched from the vehicles.
Mr. Larry O'Keefe, CAP member, provided additional information regarding the CAP
Program, relaying the following:
That the program had a weekly schedule, which he distributed to the Commission, as
well as a list of patrol stop requests;
· That there was a need for cell phones for utilization in the program;
· That there was a goal was to make the public more aware of the program in order for
the volunteers to be utilized more efficiently;
· That the ability to have direct communication with the Police Department would be a
benefit; and
· Queried whether the CAP volunteers could do anything to aid the Public/Traffic
Safety Commission (i.e., patrol specified troubled areas, direct traffic, etc.)
For Commissioner Connerton, Mr. O'Keefe confirmed that the CAP Program was under
the jurisdiction of the Police Department; and in response to Chairman Lanier, noted the
desire to let residents know that one did not have to be a senior citizen to become a
member.
Commissioner Connerton advised that in the future, the Public/Traffic Safety
Commission may request the CAP volunteers to work in the school areas where there
was excessive traffic.
In response to Chairman Lanier, Director of Public Works Hughes relayed that the Public
Works Department had no available cell phones or radios.
Noting that recently safety tips have been added to the Public Works Department's news
release, Chairman Lanier advised that via e-mail (to either Chairman Lanier or Police
Sergeant Lohman) CAP information could be forwarded for consideration for inclusion in
the news release; and additionally suggested that flyers be posted, which would make
the public aware of the need for additional volunteers.
Ms. Laurie J. Casper, representing ForTel Traffic, Inc., demonstrated for the
Public/Traffic Safety Commission the vehicle calming traffic sign, which the City recently
ordered, noting the following:
· That the device was utilized primarily in school areas and heavy traffic areas;
That per recent studies, the device slowed seventeen percent (17%) of all vehicles
approaching the sign;
That even in sunlight motorists can see the bright lit signage from 1,000 feet; and
· Demonstrated how the radar unit registers the oncoming vehicle's speed and then
displays (flashes) that speed.
For Commissioner Connerton, Ms. Casper noted that the speed was displayed once,
subsequently displaying the following vehicle's speed; and relayed that the device could
be mounted numerous places.
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In response to Commissioner Connerton, Senior Engineer Moghadam relayed that the
City ordered four of the devices, confirming that the devices' locations would be rotated;
for Commissioner Katan, noted that the devices the City ordered were proximate in size
to the one being demonstrated; and for Commissioner Wedel, relayed that the device
would also record the speeds collected which could be downloaded for study purposes.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mr. Robert Purmont, 45099 Corte Valle, noted that he came to address the topic of
deception on the part of police officers and their supervisors; opined that in alternate
cities, as the population rises, the Police Department operates in a self-serving manner,
which victimizes the citizens; citied examples of corruption in other entities, such as the
courts, religious institutions, and etc.; opined that the Temecula Police Department was
not serving the public when patrolling (for the purpose of issuing citations) on Jefferson
Avenue between Via Montezuma and Del Rio Road, which was not an area with
numerous accidents.
Thanking Mr. Purmont for addressing his comments, Police Sergeant Lohman advised
that Mr. Purmont could make a copy of the notes he had brought and that he and Police
Sergeant Lohman could address his concerns without the same time constraints
imposed during the public comment period of a hearing, relaying that Mr. Purmont could
either call, or come down to the station.
For informational purposes, Commissioner Coe noted that based on his travels through
numerous cities, it was his opinion that Temecula Police Department was the finest
police department he has ever seen.
COMMISSION CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Minutes
RECOMMENDATION:
1.1 Approve the Minutes of March 28, 2002.
MOTION: Commissioner Connerton moved to approve Consent Calendar Item No. 1.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Katan and voice vote reflected unanimous
approval.
COMMISSION BUSINESS
2. School Area Traffic Circulation - Kids in Danqer (KID) Committee
RECOMMENDATION:
2.1 That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission take the following action:
1. Direct staff to continue imposing restricted hours/days of operation for
construction activities around school sites;
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2. Recommend that the existing striping on Plo Pico Road in front of
Sparkman Elementary School not be changed;
3. Recommend that the present level of traffic control on Rancho Vista
Road at Temecula Valley High School be maintained;
4. Recommend that the intersection of Rancho Vista Road at Avenida La
Reina be included on the list of potential traffic signal locations for
consideration of partial funding during the budget review process;
5. Direct staff to develop a special traffic signal timing plan to
accommodate school peak hour traffic at the intersection of Margarita
Road at Ranch Vista Road;
6. Recommend that the present level of traffic control at the intersection
of Butter-field Stage Road at Welton Way/Choate Street be
maintained; and
7. Recommend that the intersection of Butterfield Stage Road at Welton
Way/Choate Street be included on the list of potential traffic signal
locations for consideration during the budget review process.
Providing a detailed overview of the staff report (of record), Senior Engineer Moghadam
relayed the following information regarding the several suggestions the Kids in Danger
(KID) Committee (a group of concerned parents) brought to the City's attention with
respect to safety issues related to the City's school sites:
With respect to the concern regarding the construction activities proximate to school
sites, in particular during the hours of the schools operation, noted that while to the
extent feasible construction hours were limited to certain periods of time when traffic
would be less impacted, that the contractors needed a certain window of time to
complete their work.
With respect to the desire to remove the bike lane on Plo Pico Road proximate to the
school site in order to allow parking in this area, relayed that due to the width of the
road, there would not be adequate space to provide for parking in this area.
With respect to the recommendation to install a three-way stop on Ranch Vista Road
at the high school exit driveway, noted that with the exception of the time when there
is school traffic generated, the installation would be requiring drivers to stop for no
good reason which ultimately renders the installation ineffective, advising that a
better solution would be the installation of a traffic signal, noting that a
recommendation was provided to the School District that if there was consideration
to participate in the costs of the construction of the signal, as well as implementing
on-site modifications in the parking lot, the City was willing to consider placing a
signal at this location; and noted that this particular signal was on the priority list.
Regarding the concerns with respect to Winchester Road proximate to Chaparral
High School, relayed that with respect to extending the left-turn lane at
westbound/southbound Margarita Road, noted that staff could recommend to
Caltrans that this particular left-turn pocket be extended; advised that numerous
issues relayed would need to be addressed by the School District and/or Caltrans,
including adding exit driveways to Winchester Road, and installing two-right turn
lanes out of the main driveway at Chaparral High School at Nicolas Road; and
With respect to the recommendation to install a temporary traffic signal or a stop sign
at Butter-[ield Stage Road/Welton Way, advised that while a stop sign would only be
effective during the school start and release times, that it has been relayed that if the
School District placed a crossing guard at this location, the City would install striping
for a crosswalk as well as installing appropriate signage, additionally noting that half
of this intersection was in the County and whatever installations were proposed in
this area would need to be approved by the County.
Ms. Adrienne Potter, 30816 Medinah Way, representing KID, noted appreciation for
Senior Engineer Moghadam due to his thorough and expedient response to the school
issues which were presented to him by this particular committee; provided an overview
of various school site issues she has dealt with in the past in alternate cities; noted that
on Margarita Road, the 25 MPH speed limit signs were placed on the wrong side of the
intersection; advised that most of the cities in California utilize retirees for crosswalk
supervision; and concurred with the concepts presented by staff regarding various joint
funding efforts between the City and the School District in order to install much-needed
traffic implementations (i.e., signals).
For Ms. Potter, Senior Engineer Moghadam noted that the most important factor at the
Avenida La Reina location would be to connect the parking lots in order to allow access
from one lot to another.
For information purposes, Chairman Lanier relayed the time restrictions associated with
public comments.
In response to Commissioner Coe, Ms. Potter relayed that this organization, KID, was
recently formed, confirming that she had formed similar committees in other cities, citing
projects which had been implemented due to committee efforts; for Commissioner
Connerton, relayed that for fifteen years she has been a safety activist; noted that the
School District was provided a copy of the letter which was provided to the City; for
Commissioner Coe, noted that there were approximately 25 interested members on the
KID Committee; and for Commissioner Katan, confirmed that it was Mr. McKinney from
the School District that the committee had scheduled a meeting with.
Commissioner Connerton noted that in the City of Temecula the School District and the
City had a good working relationship with ongoing open dialogue; and applauded Ms.
Potter for her efforts.
Commissioner Katan advised that once the committee had met with Mr. McKinney from
the School District significant progress would begin.
Ms. Sherry Stanfill, 29970 Rancho California Road, # 80, echoed Ms. Potter's comments
regarding appreciation to staff for all their efforts regarding this agenda item; via
overheads, specified her concerns regarding the Joan F. Sparkman Elementary School
site, noting the ongoing illegal parking occurring while parents wait to pick up their
children, specifying all available parking areas including a dirt lot which is currently being
utilized; recommended that there be a loading zone created, prohibiting parking, and
allowing a larger area for parents to pick up their children; noted that she was a
proponent for the bike lane being removed, allowing parking on the south and north side
of the street; with respect to Vail Ranch Middle School, recommended restricting the
parking on the west side of Butter[ield Stage Road in order to improve the flow of the
children pick up process; and for Commissioner Katan, specified the areas where school
staff was currently parking off-site due to the lack of parking provisions.
For informational purposes, Fire Captain McBride advised that removal of the bike lanes
in order to allow parking would not be feasible due to Fire Department width and
distance requirements; and noted that enforcement would need to be increased in light
of the plethora of illegal parking in this area in order to ensure that there was Fire
Department access was available at all times.
Mr. Jeff Okun, representing the Temecula Valley Unified School District (TVUSD),
expressed appreciation to the Public Works Department staff, advising that if there was
an issue needing to be addressed he would typically set up a meeting with Senior
Engineer Moghadam in order to analyze the matter; recommended that with regard to
this issue, that City staff and the TVUSD staff work together to address the matter;
advised that at the Joan F. Sparkman Elementary School site, the charter school was
being removed from this site which would open up the lower parking lot for additional
parking; and commenting on the adequate parking provisions at the Vail Ranch Middle
School site, advised that the greatest significant negative impact in his view was the
plethora of U-turns movements made at this location.
For informational purposes and for future plans for school sites, Commissioner
Connerton recommended that the School District have the Public/Traffic Safety
Commission review the development plans and circulation issues for proposed school
sites, as was conducted with the Ysabel Barnett Elementary School site. In response,
Mr. Okun relayed that the School District coordinates with the City's Engineering
Department on all future school sites, advising that he would take this recommendation
under consideration.
Commissioner Katan noted his support of staff's recommendation, relaying hopes that
the KID Committee's upcoming meeting with Mr. McKinney from the School District
would be productive.
Concurring with Commissioner Katan's comments, Commissioner Coe, echoed by
Commissioner Connerton, commended staff for the thorough manner in which this issue
was addressed.
Commissioner Wedel noted that he was pleased with the cooperative efforts between
the City and the School District.
Relaying his concurrence with previous Commission comments, Chairman Lanier
advised that in the past two to three years the cooperative effods between the City and
the School Board have greatly improved; advised that there was a Joint City
Council/TVUSD Advisory Committee (with Councilman Naggar and Mayor Roberts
serving on this panel), noting that, if deemed necessary, the issues addressed at
tonight's meeting could be further addressed by this particular committee.
MOTION: Commissioner Connerton moved to approve staff's recommendation. The
motion was seconded by Commissioner Coe and voice vote reflected unanimous
approval.
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3. Traffic Conditions - Milky Way and Rancho California Road
RECOMMENDATION:
3.1 That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission take the following action:
Recommend that the current prima facie speed limit of 25 MPH is
maintained on Milky Way;
Recommend the installation of 25 MPH speed limit signs on Milky
Way with additional enforcement; and
Recommend that the current posted speed limit of 50 MPH on
Rancho California Road between Moraga Road and Margarita
Road be maintained.
Senior Engineer Moghadam presented the staff report (per agenda material), noting that
a few years ago the City conducted a study evaluating all the streets within the Starlight
Ridge Community including Milky Way; advised that as a result of that particular
analysis, several stop signs had been installed and enforcement was increased which
rendered good results; relayed that after conducting another speed survey on Ranch
California Road and Milky Way, the analysis determined that there were no unusual
conditions occurring in this area, ergo staff was not recommending any changes in
speed limits, but was recommending the installation of 25 MPH limits signs (which was
the prima facie speed) on Milky Way, that Milky Way be placed on a list to receive
installation of the radar speed display signs (as demonstrated earlier in the meeting),
and that enforcement be increased in this area.
Per review of the speed data associated with this item, Commissioner Wedel noted, for
the Police Department's information, that there appeared to be a single driver traveling
between 56-70 MPH in this 25 MPH zone.
While noting that at times vehicles traveling in the downhill area of Asteroid Way (across
from the shopping center) had difficulty exiting, Commissioner Connerton concurred with
staff's recommendation.
Providing a history of the Starlight Ridge traffic issues, and the activism of the residents
in this area, Commissioner Coe supported staff's recommendation.
Commissioner Katan recommended additionally that the Stage I of Traffic Calming
Program be implemented.
MOTION: Commissioner Coe moved to approve staff's recommendation. The motion
was seconded by Commissioner Wedel and voice vote reflected unanimous approval.
4. Status Report - Winchester Road Pedestrian Brid.qe at Nicolas Road
RECOMMENDATION:
4.1
That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission receive and file this status
report.
Providing an update regarding the intersection of Winchester Road and Nicolas Road,
Director of Public Works Hughes presented the staff report (of record); noted that in spite
of expressed concern, it was determined that Chaparral High School would be located at
the existing site which was outside of the City's control; noted that in 1999, a task force
was formed which included the Police Department, School officials, and City staff which
evaluated the intersection as to whether there were any feasible improvements which
could be installed at this location; relayed that it was determined that there should be an
exit driveway added on Winchester Road due to the vehicular/pedestrian conflicts which
when installed effectively reduced a vast amount of conflicting movements; advised that
at the School District's request staff has been working with the School officials to
investigate the installation of lit electronic flashing school zone signs which are utilized
on City streets, noting that Caltrans would not permit the installations on Winchester
Road due to the device not being approved by Caltrans; noted that in May, of 2001,
there was a fatality at this location which occurred on a Sunday evening (and was not
associated with school pedestrian traffic) involving a small child who was crossing the
street with his parents, clarifying that the child was struck by a vehicle which was out of
control due to the driver being impaired due to a medical condition which rendered the
driver unconscious; relayed that this type of accident was not caused due to the design
of the intersection; advised that subsequent to the accident, the City Council
appropriated approximately $400,000 last year in order to investigate the installation of a
pedestrian crossing at this location, additionally noting that there have been additional
monies pledged by developers to be utilized towards the funding of a pedestrian
crossing; clarified that this particular intersection was not owned, operated, or controlled
by the City of Temecula, advising that this road was a State Highway and that Caltrans
had full jurisdiction; noted that after numerous meetings (held between June of 2001 to
November of 2001) with Caltrans officials, the City received a letter from Caltrans stating
that certain criteria needed to be met in order for Caltrans to consider approving a
pedestrian overcrossing, and that Caltrans did not support installation of a pedestrian
crossing at this location due to the existing controls which were considered adequate
with the existing conditions; relayed that after additional meetings with Caltrans, Caltrans
took the position that although Caltrans would not support the crossing, there would be
no objection to the City pursuing the installation of a crossing which could meet the
dictated criteria; relayed that at this point the City has hired an engineering company to
investigate avenues to meet the criteria (dictated by Caltrans), advising that this contract
will be completed in six to eight weeks; and relayed that the study results would most
likely be brought to the Public/Traffic Safety Commission, in order for the Commission to
make a recommendation to the City Council.
Director of Public Works Hughes provided additional information regarding the
constraints associated with the Pedestrian Bridge Project, as follows:
Queried the avenue to pursue which would effectively encourage pedestrians to
utilize the pedestrian bridge, noting that the signalized intersection could not be
closed for pedestrians;
· Noted the likelihood of the majority of school students crossing without utilizing the
bridge;
Advised that pedestrian crossings were generally successful when located in areas
where there could be physical restraints from crossing elsewhere, which forced
pedestrians to utilize an overpass;
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· Relayed that various options were bring explored with the study (i.e., the installation
of elevators, tunnel-type crossings);
Noted that the analysis had indicated that approximately 150-200 students cross in
this area in the morning and again in the afternoon; provided additional information
regarding the feasibility of installing an elevator which would meet the needed
capacity for the pedestrian traffic which would only be present for a short period of
time;
Relayed potential liability issues if certain crossing implementations were installed in
this area;
· Advised that future road improvements (i.e., transit structures) in this area may
increase the span necessary for the crossing; and
· Noted staff's concern regarding establishing a Citywide precedent, whereby
residents will request that additional overcrossings be installed.
Commissioner Coe commended staff for efforts regarding the investigation of this item.
For Commissioner Coe, Director of Public Works Hughes noted one Councilmember's
continuing concern regarding the location of the campus; advised that it was Caltrans'
opinion, which he supported, that the existing provisions were adequate, that the
visibility conditions were good, and that the signalized crossing as well as the school
signage effectively benefited this area; opined that it was the drivers' and pedestrians'
responsibility to be aware of how to utilize the facilities correctly, advising that the
majority of accidents in these type of areas were not due to the fault of the design of a
system, but caused by driver behavior or pedestrians not recognizing the significant
danger that exists if the rules of the road are not followed;
In response, Commissioner Coe opined that the City was wasting money by continuing
to study an installation which will most likely not be feasible and not permitted by the
State; and concurred with Director of Public Works Hughes' comments, that the impetus
for maintaining safety was driver and pedestrian awareness.
Commissioner Katan noted that he looked forward to reviewing the results of the study.
Providing the rationale for requesting that this issue be agendized, Commissioner Wedel
noted the desire for information regarding the history of this issue as well as an update,
advising that Director of Public Works Hughes presentation was comprehensive and
educational, thanking staff for the presentation.
For Commissioner Connerton, Director of Public Works Hughes noted that the height of
the overcrossing would be approximately 17 feet, advising that there may be a
requirement to exceed the minimum height due to Winchester Road serving as an
alternate route to the freeway.
Commissioner Connerton commented on the necessary height and length of the
overcrossing which would most likely render the project not feasible; and advised that
utilizing these funds for alternate traffic solutions in the City would be more prudent.
Director of Public Works Hughes noted the benefits of conducting the study due to staff
being able to provide a recommendation after exhausting every possible solution; and
advised that most likely there will be an accident at this location at some point in the
future which most likely will be caused by a driver mistake or from an individual not
practicing safe habits; reiterated staff's desire to explore this intersection thoroughly; and
for informational purposes, noted that approximately half of the students crossing at this
intersection (while he was observing) were being dropped off by their parents across the
street from the school which was why they needed to cross this roadway to access the
school
MOTION: Commissioner Connerton moved to approve staffs recommendation. The
motion was seconded by Commissioner Katan and voice vote reflected unanimous
approval.
TRAFFIC ENGINEER'S REPORT
Apprising the Public/Traffic Safety Commission, Senior Engineer Moghadam
noted the positive feedback received from the residents regarding the stop signs
which were installed on Vail Ranch.
Via a video presentation, Senior Engineer Moghadam presented the crosswalk
timer device, which was installed today (April 25, 2002) at Ynez Road/Motor Car
Parkway as a test site (proximate to the Guidant use.)
Per comments received at a recent City Council meeting, Director of Public
Works Hughes relayed that the Public/Traffic Safety Commission will be
addressing speeding issues in the Promenade Chardonnay Hills area, advising
that when the Commission last addressed this issue, Stage I of the Traffic
Calming Program had been implemented; noted that one of the residents in this
area desires to have stop signs installed, and that the Mayor has determined that
since the issue was addressed approximately one year ago by the Public/Traffic
Safety Commission, that the Commission should re-agendize the matter.
POLICE CHIEF'S REPORT
Providing an update, Police Sergeant Lohman relayed that up to this point in time
during the month of April over 650 hazardous violations have been issued, 77
non-hazardous citations, 45 parking citations, 77 NET citations, and 60 SLAP
citations; advised that the Enforce Responsible Alcohol Consumption in
Temecula (ERAClT) operation was conducted on April 12th; noted that due to
citizens complaining about excessive speeds in their neighborhoods radar trailers
were placed at various locations, advising that software has been ordered to
update the current radar trailer; and relayed that the Concerned Citizens Letter
Writing Program was implemented which is a program whereby a citizen who
witnesses unsafe driving behaviors can call or e-mail Police Sergeant Lohman,
and subsequently a letter is sent to the driver, stating that they were observed
violating certain codes, advising that 11 letters have been sent up to this point.
Police Sergeant Lohman relayed that the Tip-a-Cop Program was scheduled for
May 2, 2002, at the Claim Jumper Restaurant whereby off-duty Police Officers
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will help serve food in the interest of raising tips for the upcoming Special
Olympics Event.
For Commissioner Coe, Police Lieutenant Pingel relayed that in comparison to
alternative cities within the County, the City of Temecula has fewer DUI arrests,
as well as other serious incidents due to better driving behaviors in the City.
Commissioner Connerton commended the Police Department for their excellent
work, in particular regarding the ERACIT Program enforcement.
For Commissioner Katan, Police Lieutenant Pingel relayed that roving patrols
yielded more DUI citations than the DUI checkpoints.
Commissioner Connerton opined that the DUI checkpoints served as an effective
deterrent, Commissioner Wedel commenting on the good public relations created
between the Police Department and the public at the checkpoints, commending
the Police Officers.
Police Sergeant Lohman confirmed, for Commissioner Coe, that the designated
driver concept was effective in preventing accidents and fatalities.
For Chairman Lanier, Police Lieutenant Pingel relayed that he would keep the
Public/Traffic Safety Commission posted regarding the next Every Fifteen
Minutes Program in order for the Commission to be involved in the program.
FIRE CHIEF'S REPORT
Updating the Public/Traffic Safety Commission, Fire Captain McBride noted that
the laptop installations project in the Fire Vehicles was proceeding, noting that he
anticipated the devices to be installed in approximately two months.
Fire Captain McBride relayed that the Fire Department's website (which was part
of the City's website) was being updated.
For informational purposes, Fire Captain McBride advised that the fire season
has begun.
Apprising the Public/Traffic Safety Commission, Fire Captain McBride noted that
in the upcoming agenda packets the Public/Traffic Safety Commission would be
receiving the Fire Department report which was prepared for the City Council.
Fire Captain McBride relayed that the Western Days Event had been a success
with no negative incidents (i.e., injuries, or sickness).
COMMISSION REPORTS
Commissioner Connerton requested that the area at Honors Drive and the first
street (as one is traveling east on Margarita Road) be an agendized issue due to
the negative impact of the line of sight conditions.
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Noting that there was an asphalt ramp located on Margarita Road at Temecula
Valley High School at the drop-off zone, Commissioner Connerton requested that
staff investigate the matter of having the ramp removed.
For Commissioner Connerton, Director of Public Works Hughes relayed that
while new concepts were often being explored that the City controls the traffic
signals, advising that prior to the installation of strobes (by any agency) which
interrupt the synchronization of the signals by any the City would have to be
involved.
Commissioner Connerton commended Senior Engineer Moghadam and
Associate Engineer Gonzales for the well-prepared data associated with the KID
Committee recommendations which was on tonight's agenda.
For Commissioners Katan and Connerton, Police Lieutenant Pingel advised that
provisions for radio communications for the CAP team will be acquired after
investigation, providing additional information regarding the restrictions
associated with the matter; and for Chairman Lanier, and Commissioner Katan,
noted that the Public/Traffic Safety Commission would be updated regarding this
issue (i.e., via the Police Chief's Report.)
Commissioner Katan recommended that the issue of increasing the public
comment period of time be agendized.
Senior Engineer Moghadam and Director of Public Works Hughes noted that the
Chairman could extend the public comments time, if deemed necessary.
Additional discussion ensued regarding this matter, and it was the consensus of
the Public/Traffic Safety Commission to agendize the issue, Commissioner
Wedel requesting that staff provide a legal opinion at that time.
For informational purposes, Commissioner Connerton provided the data and
times of the Fiddler on the Roof play which Commissioner Coe would be starring
in which was scheduled for May 9, 10, 11, and 12.
Chairman Lanier noted that he would provide to staff, for distribution to the
Public/Traffic Safety Commission, information regarding the installation of speed
bumps.
ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mr. L. Borek, 30476 Milano Road, commented on reducing traffic impacts,
recommending that the schools implement a program whereby the star and release
times would be staggered.
ADJOURNMENT
At 8:36 P.M. Chairman Lanier formally adjourned this meeting to Thursday, May 23,
2002 at 6:00 P.M., in the City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula.
Chairman Scott Lanier
Administrative Secretary Anita Pyle
MINUTES OF A REGULAR
MEETING OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA
PUBLIC/TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION
MAY 23, 2002
CALL TO ORDER
The City of Temecula Public/Traffic Safety Commission convened in a regular meeting
at 6:00 P.M., on Thursday, May 23, 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 Connerton.
ROLLCALL
Present:
Commissioners Connerton, Katan, Wedel, and
Chairman Lanier.
Absent:
Commissioner Coe.
Also Present:
Director of Public Works Hughes,
Senior Engineer Moghadam,
Associate Engineer Gonzalez,
Police Chief Domenoe,
Police Lieutenant Pingel,
Police Sergeant Lohman,
Administrative Secretary Pyle, and
Minute Clerk Hansen.
PRESENTATION
Introduction of Deputy Terry Scanlon - Temecula Police Department Traffic Team
Member
Police Lieutenant Pingel introduced Deputy Terry Scanlon who was recently hired as the
fourth accident investigator within the Temecula Police Department, noting that with the
six additional Motor Officers there were now a total of ten officers assigned to the Traffic
Division.
Deputy Scanlon addressed the Public/Traffic Safety Commission, providing a history of
her training and experience, noting that she looked forward to serving the citizens of
Temecula.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
It was noted that public comments were heard out of order due to a resident arriving late,
while desiring to address the Public/Traffic Safety Commission; see page 4, under Public
Comments, after consideration of Agenda Item No. 2.
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COMMISSION CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Minutes
RECOMMENDATION:
1.1 Minutes of April 25, 2002 - Continued to the meeting of June 27, 2002.
MOTION: Commissioner Connerton moved to continue the approval of the minutes to
the June 27, 2002 Public/Traffic Safety Commission meeting. The motion was seconded
by Commissioner Katan and voice vote reflected approval with the exception of
Commissioner Coe who was absent.
COMMISSION BUSINESS
2. Proposed Capital Improvement Pro.qram for Fiscal Years 2003-2007
RECOMMENDATION:
2.1
That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission review and discuss the
proposed Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Circulation Projects for
Fiscal Years 2003-2007.
Director of Public Works Hughes presented the staff report (of record), highlighting the
upcoming transportation projects included in the proposed CIP, advising that there were
approximately 45 traffic/circulation projects being proposed in the five-year budget plan;
and provided an overview of the circulation element projects which were completed
during this past fiscal year, as well as various projects that will be worked on in the
upcoming fiscal year, as follows:
Various projects completed durinq the last fiscal year:
· The Margarita Road Widening Project (near Pauba Road to Pio Pico Road),
· The Pala Road Street Improvement Widening Project Phase I (which would
encompass widening the road to four lanes),
· The Neighborhood Sidewalk Improvement Project which was completed in Starlight
Ridge in the Southern Cross Road area,
· The Pavement Management Program which rehabilitated many of the City's
deteriorating streets, and
· The Traffic Signal Installations Project (at Stone Wood Road/Margarita Road,
Winchester Road/Diaz Road, Pala Road/Loma Linda Road, and at Pala RoadNVolf
Valley Road.)
The maior proiectsl which will be in prof;Iress durinq the upcominq fiscal year:
The Traffic Signal Project at Rancho Way/Diaz Road (encompassing the design
portion of the project),
The Traffic Signal Interconnect and Camera Monitoring Program Project,
The Pavement Rehabilitation Project (Citywide),
The Bridge Safety Projects (which included improving the barrier-rail systems) on
Enterprise Circle and on Rainbow Canyon Road,
· The Realignment of Diaz Road (to the intersection of Rancho California Road)
Project,
The Street Improvement Project in the area of Margarita Road, Solana Way, Yne7
Road, and Overland Drive which would encompass specific widening and median
construction to accommodate development to be constructed via a Development
Agreement for an expansion at the Guidant site,
· The Pavement Rehabilitation Project, specifically on Jefferson Avenue,
· The Pala Road Street Improving Widening Project Phase II (which would encompass
widening the road to six lanes),
Several Community Facility District Projects inclusive of the Butterfield Stage
Road/Murrieta Hot Springs Road Connection Project, and the John Warner District
Improvement Project (which would be funded by the local property owners),
· The Rancho California Bridge Widening Project (over Murrieta Creek),
Intersection Improvements Project at Winchester Road/Jefferson Avenue, and
· The Design and Planning of the French Valley Parkway Interchange Project (which
would be north of Winchester Road.)
Addressing the queries of the Public/Traffic Safety Commission, Director of Public Works
Hughes relayed, for Commissioner Wedel, the manner in which priority ratings were
applied to projects, advising the Priority I projects typically encompassed projects which
were needed from a capacity standpoint, mitigating existing congestion impacts, projects
which were safety related, and projects which have been deemed Priority I by the City
Council; clarified that resources were not available to complete all of the Priority I
projects at the same time; advised that during the next fiscal year there were
approximately $30 million in funding allocations for transportation projects; for
Commissioner Connerton, noted that while the Winchester Road/Nicolas Road
Overpass Project was included in the budget, the project was pending the outcome of
the feasibility study; relayed that the French Valley Phase I Southbound Offramp Project
would be part of the ultimate interchange, advising that the Southbound Offramps at
Santiago Road Project was solely a conceptual design study to analyze the viability of
whether access could be provided at some time in the future, noting that any further
work on this project has been postponed indefinitely.
Relaying that when a Planning Commission/Public/Traffic Safety Commission Joint
meeting was held a few years ago for the purpose of reviewing the Circulation Update,
there were discussions regarding the necessity of the Santiago Road Overcrossing
Project in the near future in order to address traffic coming from the southbound, west
side of the freeway, traveling to the eastern side; and recommended that the City
Council consider addressing the Santiago Overcrossing Project in the near future.
For Commissioner Connerton, Director of Public Works Hughes confirmed that funding
for the Meadowview North City Circulation Study has been postponed; additionally
confirmed that the Intersection Traffic Monitoring System was funded at this time and
was in the process of gaining Caltrans approval (Senior Engineer Moghadam noting that
this particular project was expected to go out to bid at the end of June); clarified the
timing of the Removal of the Left-Turn Pocket Project on Rancho California Road into
the Target Center (which was included in the City's operating budget), advising that the
Westbound Designated Right-Turn Lane Project (from Rancho California Road to Ynez
Road) would be completed prior to the median project; relayed that the Ynez Road
Widening Project between Ranch Vista Road, and Tierra Vista Road was not being
actively pursued at this time due to the congestion impacting this section of the roadway
solely during the AM peak periods, and hopes that the adjacent property would be
developed in the near future and that the costs of the project would be bore by the
benefiting property owner and not the City.
Commending staff for their efforts regarding the proposed ClP Projects Commissioner
Katan relayed that it was an excellent proposal.
MOTION: Commissioner Connerton moved to recommend that the City Council
approve the proposed circulation projects included in the Capital Improvement Program
(CIP) for fiscal years 2003-2007 subject to the recommendation that the City Council
consider addressing the Santiago Overcrossing Project in the near future and that it not
be postponed indefinitely. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Wedel and voice
vote reflected approval with the exception of Commissioner Coe who was absent.
At this time the Public/Traffic Safety Commission heard public comments.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Ms. Danalee Bettis, 31308 Ashmill Court, inquired as to whether at any point in time in
the future North General Kearny Road will be open between Nicolas Road and Margarita
Road in order to alleviate congestion on Winchester Road and Margarita Road, as well
as the traffic congestion behind the Lowe's use which is used as a cut-though path.
For Ms. Bettis, Commissioner Connerton advised that when the Meadowview Circulation
Study was conducted it would be determined whether there would be any
recommendations with respect to street openings and closures.
In response to Ms. Bettis, Chairman Lanier confirmed that staff and the Public/Traffic
Safety Commission were aware of these particular traffic impacts.
3. Multi-Way Stop Signs - Commerce Center Drive at Overland Drive
RECOMMENDATION:
3.1
That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission recommend that the City
Council adopt a resolution establishing a multi-way stop control at the
intersection of Commerce Center Drive at Overland Drive.
Providing the staff report (of record), Senior Engineer Moghadam noted that since the
opening of the Iow flow crossing on Via Montezuma, the traffic volumes have increased
on several streets in that particular area including Commerce Center Drive and Overland
Drive, advising that staff was recommending the installation of a multi-way stop control
at Commerce Center Drive/Overland Drive, as well as additionally recommending
parking restrictions in the immediate vicinity to improve the flow of traffic.
MOTION: Commissioner Connerton moved to approve staffs recommendation. The
motion was seconded by Commissioner Katan and voice vote reflected approval with the
exception of Commissioner Coe who was absent.
MOTION: Commissioner Connedon moved to approve staff establishing restricted
parking zones in the vicinity of the new multi-way stop sign installations. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner Katan and voice vote reflected approval with the exception
of Commissioner Coe who was absent.
4. Traffic Conditions - Honors Drive at Southern Hills Drive/Boqy Way
RECOMMENDATION:
4.1 That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission receive and file the report.
Commissioner Wedel advised that he would be abstaining from this issue.
Relaying that Commissioner Connerton had requested staff to investigate the visibility
impacts at the intersection of Honors Drive at Southern Hills Drive/Bogy Way, Senior
Engineer Moghadam presented the staff repod (per agenda material), noting that during
staff's investigation it appeared that the visibility to the east from Southern Hills Drive
was somewhat restricted; noted staff's recommended improvements at the intersection,
as follows: to remove some of the vegetation to the east of the intersection on the north
side, to relocate the stop limit line approximately five feet towards the intersection in
order to allow the vehicles to approach the intersection at a further point to increase
visibility to the east, and to install an "Intersection Ahead," sign going westbound on
Honors Drive; advised that with these improvements it was staff's opinion that the sight
distance would be adequate for speeds of 25 MPH; and clarified that since on the Bogy
Way side of the intersection there were no visibility restrictions, staff was not
recommending any improvements in this particular area.
Noting that he had investigated this particular area, Commissioner Conner-ton relayed
that with the improvements the visibility would be approximately 135 feet; advised that
while watching seven vehicles exit Southern Hills Drive he had witnessed two near-
accidents; and recommended that a flashing beacon be installed as well as the
recommended Intersection Ahead signage.
For clarification, Senior Engineer Moghadam noted that the streets in this particular area
were not designed to City standards due to the initial plan for these streets to not be
public; advised that in addition to moving the stop limit line five feet towards the
intersection, the recently installed golf cart lane would provide an additional buffer area
so that the vehicles would not have to enter the path of traffic; and advised that if it was
the Public/Traffic Safety Commission's recommendation to install a flashing beacon in
this area, staff would forward the recommendation to the City Council; and noted that
the Public/Traffic Safety Commission may desire to recommend the installation of the
staff recommended improvements initially, to wait and evaluate the results of those
installations, and to subsequently recommend the installation of beacon lights, if deemed
necessary.
Per his investigation of this area, Chairman Lanier noted that the only vehicles, which
had stopped, were the vehicles making left-turn movements; and relayed that the
residents in this area may be opposed to the installation of beacon lights due to
aesthetic issues.
Director of Public Works Hughes relayed that it would be staff's recommendation that the
recommended improvements be implemented initially without the beacon lights in order
to evaluate the effectiveness of the improvements; advised that typically when flashing
beacons were installed in residential areas the residents were not pleased; and
recommended that prior to the installation of flashing beacon lights that the proximate
residents be notified.
Commissioner Connerton relayed that if polarized lenses were placed on the beacon
lights as well as longer sunshields there would be no residence impacted by the lights
since there are no homes that face that particular portion of the roadway; and while
recommending that safety be the primary focus of traffic installations and not aesthetics,
concurred with staff's recommendation to initially install the staff recommended
installations and to evaluate this area prior to the installation of beacon lights.
MOTION: Commissioner Katan moved to approve the installation of the staff's
recommended improvements at this particular intersection (as denoted in italics on page
5, under Item No. 4, in paragraph 2 of the minutes.) The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Connerton and voice vote reflected approval with the exception of
Commissioner Coe who was absent and Commissioner Wedel who abstained with
regard to this matter.
5. Clarification on Public Comments Speaker's Time Limit
RECOMMENDATION:
5.1
That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission maintain the current speaker's
time limit.
Noting the concern of the Public/Traffic Safety Commission regarding residents not
having an adequate period of time to present concerns at the last Commission meeting,
Senior Engineer Moghadam presented the staff report (of record); advised that while the
City Attorney had not yet responded regarding an e-mail he had sent with respect to this
matter, that it was his understanding that the Chairman had the authority to extend the
speaker's time limit, if deemed necessary; and recommended that the current time limits
be maintained and that the limits be extended as deemed necessary on a case-by-case
basis.
Commissioner Wedel relayed his disappointment due to the lack of a legal opinion
regarding this issue.
For informational purposes, Minute Clerk Hansen relayed that per discussions with City
Clerk Jones, the following information had been relayed: that the Chairman could extend
the speaker's time limit, that the three-minute time limit was typical with respect to
alternate cities, and that this matter was a policy issue, and not a legal issue; and noted
that the difference between changing the time limit and maintaining the current limit was
that now if it was deemed necessary the Chair could allow a longer speaker time,
providing flexibility, but with an established increased speaker time, speakers could not
be limited to three minutes at a future point (i.e., at a meeting with a large number of
speakers.)
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Relaying that it had been an educational experience when he attended a City workshop
regarding the Brown Act, Commissioner Connerton recommended to the Public/Traffic
Safety Commissioners that if there was an opportunity to attend one of these particular
workshops, that they attend.
Advising that he had spoken with the City Attorney regarding this matter, Director of
Public Works Hughes confirmed that the Public/Traffic Safety Commission has the legal
authority to change the speaker time limits.
Noting that he had granted flexibility regarding the speaker time limit in the past, and that
no individual was mandated to stop speaking when the red speaker light went on,
Chairman Lanier advised that now knowing he had discretion to extend the time he
would feel more comfortable to do so.
Confirming Chairman Lanier's comments, Commissioner Connerton relayed that he, too,
had extended the speaker time as deemed necessary when he served as Chairman.
Commissioner Katan queried the criteria which would determine which speakers were
permitted to speak longer than three minutes, noting his concern regarding the
inequitability of allowing various speakers to have an extended speaker time, and others
not.
Concurring with Commissioner Katan, Commissioner Wedel recommended that the time
limit be extended due to the following: the inequitability regarding staff's unlimited time to
discuss an issue and the residents' three-minute limit to articulate their comments on the
same issue, the residents' requirement to state their name and address utilized an
ample portion of the three minute limit, queried the rationale for the differential between
the two (2) minute limit for non-agenda items and the three (3) minute limit for agenda
items; and noted that he would not be opposed to extending the meeting time in order to
provide residents with an opportunity to more adequately present their concerns.
Commissioner Katan opined that it had been an effective time limiting tool when
Commissioner Connerton (while serving as Chairman) had directed speakers (when
there was a large number of requests to speak) to limit their comments to remarks that
were not previously presented; and reiterated his desire that residents have an adequate
time to express their concerns.
Commissioner Connerton relayed that a Public/Traffic Safety Commissioner could
request the Chair to extend the time on a speaker's limit.
Commissioner Wedel relayed that it was reassuring that the Commissioners could
request that a speaker's time limit be extended.
In response to Commission comments, Senior Engineer Moghadam noted that the timer
could be started after the speaker has stated their name and address if that was the
desire of the Public/Traffic Safety Commission.
Commissioner Connerton relayed that the time limit aided in encouraging residents to
plan and organize their comments; and noted that additional information was typically
obtained beyond the three-minute period when the Commission questioned the resident.
FAILED MOTION: Commissioner Katan moved to extend the speaker's time limit to five
minutes to be consistent with the City Council. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Wedel. (Ultimately this motion failed; see below.)
For Senior Engineer Moghadam, Commissioner Katan clarified that it would be his
recommendation to extend the time limits for both agenda items and non-agenda items
to five minutes.
At this time voice vote was taken reflecting denial of the motion due to Commissioners
Connerton's and Lanier's n_9o votes and Commissioner Coe's absence.
FAILED MOTION: Commissioner Connerton moved to maintain the existing speaker's
time limit with the understanding that the Public/Traffic Safety Commissioners could
request the Chairman to extend a speaker's time, if deemed necessary. The motion was
seconded by Chairman Lanier and voice vote reflected denial due to Commissioners
Katan's and Wedel's n_9o votes and Commissioner Coe's absence.
FAILED MOTION: Chairman Lanier moved to maintain the existing time limit regarding
speaking on non-agenda items, and to extend the speaker's time limit for agenda items
to five minutes. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Wedel and voice vote
reflected denial due to Commissioners Connerton's and Katan's n._~o votes and
Commissioner Coe's absence.
TRAFFIC ENGINEER'S REPORT
Updating the Commission regarding the recently purchased lighted vehicle traffic
calming signs, Senior Engineer Moghadam advised that staff had installed the
devices in a Chardonnay Hills neighborhood, and initially received positive
feedback from the residents; noted that the devices appeared to be effectively
slowing the traffic; and relayed that ultimately one of the residents had expressed
strong opposition to the device.
Director of Public Works Hughes relayed that the resident in opposition to the
installation had stated that there were additional residents opposed to the device;
advised that while staff clarified that the installation was temporary, the resident
was concerned that property values would depreciate; noted that while staff was
of the opinion that the device was effective, the installation was removed from
this residential area due to the complaint; advised that the resident opposed to
the device was in favor of installing stop signs in the area to slow speeds; and
noted sta~s desire for this new device to have a positive impact, relaying that
prior to future installations staff would provide additional information to proximate
residents.
In response to Commissioner Connedon, Director of Public Works Hughes
advised that this particular device was more of an educational tool than a safety
device; and relayed that staff would refine the manner in which the devices were
installed, specifically gaining input from the residents prior to installation.
Commissioner Connerton noted his concern with regard to the device being
removed due to one resident's complaint when it would have benefited the area.
In response, Director of Public Works Hughes clarified that it was the desire of
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staff that there be a positive response with the installation of this new device,
advising that since this was the first installation and staff did not want negativity
to be associated with the installation, the procedure prior to installation would be
revised.
For Commissioner Katan, Director of Public Works Hughes noted that while the
device had been removed from this particular area it would be placed in an
alternate location in the next one to two weeks; and advised that it was likely that
the Chardonnay Hills neighborhood issue would be re-agendized, noting that it
has been relayed that the residents would be submitting another petition
requesting stop signs.
Commissioner Wedel recommended that once staff has determined the
procedure for making residents aware of the device (prior to installation) that the
Commission be updated, in response, Director of Public Works Hughes relayed
that staff would bring this issue back to the Public/Traffic Safety Commission,
noting that it would be helpful to have the support of the Commission.
POLICE CHIEF'S REPORT
Updating the Commission regarding the Community Action Patrol (CAP), Police
Sergeant Lohman noted that during the month (from May 2 to May 22) the
volunteers worked approximately 12 days, averaging approximately six hours per
day; relayed that the members aided in controlling traffic on three occasions,
conducted 46 park site checks, 26 school site checks, 1 suspicious vehicle
check, 2 vacation checks, and 18 business checks; advised that efforts are being
make to obtain cellular phones as well as a scanner for the CAP program; and
for Commissioner Connerton, relayed that one of the volunteers stayed at the
Old Town storefront office in order to maintain communications.
Providing additional information, for Commissioner Connerton, Police Chief
Domenoe noted that the CAP volunteers have radios, and cellular phones; noted
that with the volunteer at the base station there were communications between
the units and between the base and the units, advising that they will also be able
to listen to the Police radio correspondence; and specified that the Police
Department uses AT&T cellular services at this time.
FIRE CHIEF'S REPORT
No comments.
COMMISSION REPORTS
A.
For Commissioner Katan, Senior Engineer Moghadam noted that at the
intersection of Winchester Road/Jefferson Road, U-turns were restricted from
Winchester Road when traveling westbound; and advised that staff was aware of
the U-turns being made when traveling eastbound.
Regarding the asphalt ramp located in the school loading and unloading area on
Margarita Road, which was serving as a driveway for one of the water facilities,
and did not have a proper curb cut, for Commissioner Connerton, Senior
Engineer Moghadam relayed that he would further investigate the matter.
Commissioner Connerton noted that he had received a number of complaints
regarding residents who are unable to cross Winchester Road from Margarita
Road due to the vast number of vehicles running the red light at the left-turn
Margarita Road signal (traveling from west to south.)
For Commissioner Connerton, Senior Engineer Moghadam relayed that staff
would install a right-turn arrow at the Ynez Road/Rancho Vista Road signal.
Updating the Commission regarding the General Plan Update, Commissioner
Connerton relayed that there would be a June City Council/Planning Commission
Joint Workshop at which time the update would be presented.
Commissioner Connerton relayed that the Balloon & Wine Festival would take
place on June 7th, 8th, and 9th at Lake Skinner, advising that for those interested
there were still volunteer opportunities available.
With respect to weekend enforcement, for Commissioners Lanier and Wedel,
Police Sergeant Lohman noted that the Stop Light Abuse Program (SLAP) was
enforced on weekends, that when there were incidents occurring in
neighborhoods on the weekends Accident Investigator Officers were deployed,
that there was a Community Service Officer on duty eight hours on Saturdays,
and an Accident Investigator on duty on swing shift Saturdays and Sundays.
Providing additional information, Police Chief Domenoe relayed that while
Motorcycle Officers were best deployed primarily during peak accident times
which was Monday through Friday, from 7:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M., he would ensure
that there was a Motorcycle Officer deployed for weekend enforcement; advised
that if the budget proposal was approved there would be two Motorcycle Officers
added to staff during the next fiscal year, anticipating that they would be
deployed seven days a week; and concurred with Commissioners Wedel and
Lanier that there was value in having Officers deployed on the weekends, in
particular in the neighborhoods.
Chairman Lanier commended Police Chief Domenoe for the comprehensive
Police Departmental Report that was provided to the Public/Traffic Safety
Commission.
Chairman Lanier thanked Ms. Bettis (a resident who spoke during the public
comment period) for taking the time to attend the Public/Traffic Safety
Commission meeting.
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ADJOURNMENT
At 7:31 P.M. Chairman Lanier formally adjourned this meeting to Thursday, June 27~
2002 at 6:00 P.M., in the City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula.
Chairman Scott Lanier
Administrative Secretary Anita Pyle
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ITEM NO. 2
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
AGENDA REPORT
Public/Traffic Safety Commission
~Ali Moghadam, P.E., Senior Engineer, Traffic
July 25, 2002
Item 2
Electronic LED Speed Limit Advisory Sign Installation Policy
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission:
1. Approve the Electronic LED Speed Limit Advisory Sign Installation Policy; and
2. Include the use of Electronic LED Speed Limit Advisory Signs in Stage 1 of the
Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program.
BACKGROUND:
In March 2002, four (4) electronic LED Speed Limit Advisory signs were purchased for use as a tool in the
City's Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program. In May 2002, two (2) of the portable signs were installed on
Promenade Chardonnay Hills to advise motorists of the 25 MPH posted speed limit while displaying their
speed. Our observations indicate that the advisory signs can be an effective Neighborhood Traffic Calming
tool.
Since there are many roadways in the City that have perceived speeding problems and there are many locations
where these signs can be used, a policy which identifies the criteria for the use of the signs is needed in order to
effectively deploy the Electronic LED Speed Limit Advisory signs. At a minimum, the policy identifies the
procedure for requesting the installation of the advisory signs, the criteria used to determine eligibility of the
candidate roadway, and the length of time that the temporary signs will be posted. The policy also identifies
the elements that staff will review and consider when determining the placement of the advisory signs. Exhibit
"A" is a draft copy of the policy for the use of the Electronic LED Speed Limit Advisory signs. Comments
received from members of the Cormnission will be included in the final draft prior to its approval.
The public has been notified of the Public/Traffic Safety Commission's consideration of this issue through the
agenda notification process.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Attachment:
1. Exhibit "A" - Electronic LED Speed Limit Advisory Sign Installation Policy
ELECTRONIC LED SPEED LIMIT ADVISORY SIGN
INSTALLATION POLICY
The Electronic LED Speed Limit Advisory Signs provide another Stage 1, Neighborhood Traffic
Calming tool to be used to educate motorists by advising them of their speed. Prior to the
installation of the Speed Limit Advisory signs, the following basic parameters should be satisfied:
An application for consideration of neighborhood traffic calming measures should be
submitted by neighborhood representatives and be on file with the City of Temecula. The
implementation of the Electronic LED Speed Limit Advisory sign shall satisfy the following
criteria:
A. Candidate roadway segments shall be at least ~ mile in length.
B. The average daily traffic shall significantly exceed the expected volumes based on the
number of dwelling units accessing the subject roadway. The expected average daily
traffic volume on a candidate roadway shall be 1,000 vehicles per day.
C. The 85th percentile speed shall exceed the posted or prima facie speed limit by 5 miles
per hour.
D. A roadway or portion thereof shall not be designated on the City's General Plan
Circulation Element.
2. A roadway or portion thereof must have street lighting. Streetlights are needed to mount and
supply power to the Electronic LED Speed Limit Advisory signs.
The speed limit advisory signs will be installed at requested roadway locations for a period of up to
30 days.
Residents within 150 feet of the location shall be provided notification of the advisory sign's
installation and the policy for installation.
The following elements will be considered when determining the exact location(s) of the Electronic
LED Speed Limit Advisory signs:
· Roadway Alignment and Geometry
· Sign Visibility
· Aesthetic Impact
· Neighborhood's Input
· Sound Professional Engineering Judgment
Prior to installation, the proposed sign location(s) will be approved by the Director of Public
Works/City Engineer or designated representative.
The Director of Public Works/City Engineer or the Public/Traffic Safety Commission may direct
installation of the signs at locations where the above requirements are not met, if they deem
appropriate.
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ITEM NO. 3
TRAFFIC ENGINEER'S REPORT
APPROVAL
CITY ATTORNEY
DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
CITY MANAGER
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
CITY OF TEMECULA
AGENDA REPORT
City Manager/City Council
William G. Hughes, Director of Public Works/City Engineer
June 25, 2002
Department of Public Works Monthly Activity Report
RECOMMENDATION: Attached for City Council's review and filing is the Department of Public
Works' Monthly Activity Reports for the month of May, 2002.
MOACTRPT
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
Monthly Activity Report
May ! June 2002
Prepared By: Amer Attar
Submitted by: William G. Hughes
Date: June 25, 2002
PROJECTS UNDER CONSTRUCTION
1. Margarita Road Widening, Phase I (Interim), Pauba Road to Plo Pico
This project will widen Margarita Road on an interim bases between Pauba Road and Plo Pico. As a
result, Margarita Road will have four lanes throughout City limits. The contractor, R.J. Noble, has
completed the work. The final quantities will be calculated and the contract close out information will
be forwarded to City Council for the Notice of Completion.
2. 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 project
is complete with the exception of several minor punch list items. The final quantities will be
calculated and the contract close out information will be forwarded to City Council for the Notice of
Completion. A grand opening ceremony was held on 5/30/2002. The pool is now open to the public.
3. Pala Road Improvements, Phase I - (Widening to accommodate four lanes from Pala
Road Bridge to Wolf Valley) and Traffic Signals Modifications at Loma Linda, and at 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. In addition, the two traffic signals at Loma Linda and at Wolf Valley will be modified to
accommodate the road interim widening. This project is complete except for minor punch list items.
Traffic was allowed in the new widened portion of Pala Road on May 17.
4. Slurry Seal Program - FY2001-02
This project will slurry seal and protect various streets throughout the city. Bids were opened on May
20. The lowest bidder is American Asphalt with a bid of $343,269.12. Contract awarded by City
council at 5/28/02 meeting. Contractor is finalizing contract documents. Pre-construction meeting is
set for 6-24-02.
5. First Street Extension - Environmental Mitigation
This project will create approximately 1.49 acres of wetlands along Murrieta Creek at First Street. It
includes construction of landscaping and irrigation improvements, and maintenance of said
improvements for a period of five (5) years in accordance with California Department of Fish and
Game and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers permit requirements. Bids were opened June 6, 2002.
Award is on hold pending RCFC/ACOE coordination with Murrieta Creek Improvement project.
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6. Pavement Rehabilitation Program - FY 2001/2002
This project will rehabilitate and reconstruct portions of Rancho California Road between Hope Way
and Cosmic Way. Bids were opened on June 18. The lowest bidder is R.J. Noble Company with e
bid of $§93,194.88. Council is to award the construction contract on 8-25-02.
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. RCFC & WCD approved the
Wolf Creek Drainage Basin Hydrology Study that was prepared by Lohr Associates, Inc. (with
respect to hydrology only). Work is now proceeding with the remainder of the design. Michael
Brandman Associates submitted the initial study/environmental assessment to the City for review.
2. 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 is currently revising drawings for 100% drawing submittal by June20.
Processing for right of way and environmental requirements are schedule for completion by August
2002.
3. 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. A separate parcel has been created for the library for bond purposes. The application
to the State was submitted on 6/13/02. Utility services construction will be coordinated with Pauba
Road, Phase II Street Improvements.
4. 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. Plans were sent to all
utilities on 3/18/02 and all utility issues are being addressed. Work is being coordinated with the
library project.
5. John Warner/Santiago Road Assessment District - Hydrology Study
Under this project a drainage study will be done to compliment the improvement plans being done
by the property owners. Eventually the city will be the oversight agency for a property owners
sponsored assessment district. The City received five proposals from consultants to do the
hydrology study. The City Council approved a Professional Services Agreement with Engineering
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Resources of Southern California, Inc. at the June 11,2002 meeting. A kick-off meeting will be
scheduled and work will begin within the next few weeks.
6. Landscaping and Sidewalk On 79 South (Front Street to Psis 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. Review of the first plan
submittal is complete. Review comments returned to consultant. The City will finalize and send out
Caltrans Encroachment Permit during the week of 6-17-02.
7. Temecula Sports Complex
A new 40+ Acres sports complex will be built on Pala Road at Wolf Valley. The new sports complex
location will be at the corner of Pala Road and Deer Hollow Way. Preliminary design is underway,
with approval for the site layout pending.
8. 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 Pechanga
Creek and the Del Rio Road Bridge over Empire Creek. Simon Wong Engineering (SWE) developed
"as-builts" for the existing bridges and prepared the Barrier Concepts Report. SWE revised the
General Plans, per the City's comments, and prepared the Design Exception Forms, which the City
Engineer has approved. SWE has begun the Final Design and submitted the 70% documents on
5/31/02. The City is in the process of reviewing these documents.
9. Fire Station - Wolf Creek Site
A fire station will be built at the Wolf Creek Site. Complete set of plan-check comments were
returned to the designer mid May. The re-submittal is expected by the end of June.
10. Community Theatre
This project will create a community theatre at the old Mercantile building in downtown Temecula.
The Contractor Pre-Qualification process for the Mercantile Seismic Retrofit Project is complete.
Acceptance of the qualified contractors and approval for Advertisement to Bid the project was done
at the March 26, 2002 Council meeting. Staff is compiling final specifications and anticipates
sending bid packages to pre-qualified contractors by end of June.
11. Pavement Management System Update
The project will establish a pavement management program that will provide an ongoing schedule of
needed repairs and provide data that will be used to prepare budget estimates required to complete
the scheduled work. GIS links, AutoCAD review, and updates to MicroPAVER are included in the
total program. Approximately 60% of the City has been surveyed.
12. Children's Museum
This project will construct a 7,500 square foot children's museum. The consultant submitted revised
plans on June 12, 2002. Staff will review the second submittal and forward any comments to the
consultant. Plans, specifications and estimates were approved by City Council on Mamh 26, 2002,
however the amhitect has not submitted the final bidding package to Public Works.
13. Vail Ranch Park (Near Pauba Valley School) - Add Amenities
This project will add amenities, including play equipment to the recently annexed Vail Ranch Park.
The Community Services Commission approved the Vail Ranch Park Site "C" Master Plan on
February 11,2002. The Master Plan was approved by City Council at the Mamh 26, 2002 meeting.
RHA Landscape Architects/Planners inc. is the design firm and the first submittal was made on May
3rd. The City reviewed these documents and returned them to the contractor for revisions.
14. 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 street and landscaping design completion is scheduled for June 2002. Right of Way
processing is anticipated to be completed by July of 2002.
15. 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. Additional rehabilitation work
for a poor pavement area east of Ynez Road is currently being added to the plans. Bidding is
scheduled for July 2002.
16. 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 corner of Rancho California and Ynez is in process with Claim
Jumper Restaurant signing the acquisition agreement. In-house design is 90% complete.
17. 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. Gathered additional survey information. Project layout was plotted and
discussed with Traffic and Director of Public Works. In-house design continues.
18. Citywide A.C. Repairs - FY2001-02
This project will repair various road sections throughout the City. The project specifications are
being finalized (2nd Draft) along with the engineer's estimate. Specs is to be completed during the
week of 6-17-02.
19. Rancho California Sports park ADA Access and Shade Structure
Design and construct concrete ADA walkways to the remaining ball fields 3,4,5,7,8. Install two
shade picnic/seating areas adjacent to the snack bar building. Design and construct concrete ADA
walkways to the remaining ball fields 3,4,5,7,8. Install two shade picnic/seating areas adjacent to
the snack bar building. Design work will start during week of 6-17-02 and is anticipated to be
completed by late June 2002.
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PROJECTS IN THE PLANNING STAGE
1. 1-15/SR 79 Interchange - Project Study Report (PSR)
This project will modify the 1-15/SR 79 South Intemhange to accommodate projected future traffic.
The City received the final Value Engineering Analysis Report from Caltrans on May 8, 2002. AIl
proposed alignments presented by the value analysis team were rejected. Staff is currently waiting
for Caltrans to conditionally approve the Project Study Report.
2. French Valley Parkway Interchange - Project Study Report (PSR)
This project will construct an interchange between Winchester Road Interchange and the 1-15/I-215
split. Project Study Report (PSR) has been approved. Project will be constructed in different
phases. City started the acquisition process for one pamel. An appraisal report for an additional
parcel was done and received by the City. A protection acquisition request was submitted to
Caltrens for this parcel. Four additional Proposed Protection Acquisition requests have been sent to
Caltrans. Staff is working with Caltrans to advertise for Consultants to do the PR and the PS&E.
3. 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 Commeme Center Drive, and the extension of Overland
Drive across Murrieta Creek 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 have reviewed design costs for next years' fiscal funding.
4. 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 Murrieta, 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. Staff was informed this data could take up to a year to receive.
5. Pedestrian Crossing- SR 79 North st Nicolas Road
City met with Caltrans and sent a letter at their request to initiate this project. Caltrans responded in
a letter that the bridge does not meet their warrents and that they will not support and allow its
construction. A consultant, Imbsen & Associates, was hired to do a feasibility study. The draft
feasibility study was submitted for City review. Comments will be made and sent to consultant to
finalize the report.
6. Murrieta Creek Multi Purpose Trail
This project will build portions of the equestrian and bike trails along Murrleta Creek within City
limits. The City has received a federal grant of $1,214,000. An "Authorization to Proceed with
Preliminary Engineering" package has been submitted to Caltrans for approval. We can begin the
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RFP process to hire a consultant as soon as an authorization letter is received from Caltrans. A field
meeting will be conducted on June 25, 2002.
PROJECTS THAT ARE SUSPENDED OR ON-HOLD
1. 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
Intemhange. The study shows that this bridge may have to be removed in the future to
accommodate the Cherry Street Interchange. This project is suspended indefinitely.
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. A developer may do this project.
3. 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.
4. School Site ADA Improvements
Project is on-hold. Design and construct ADA concrete walkways and hand railing to athletic
facilities at Temecula Middle School, James L. Day Middle School and Margarita Middle School.
TCSD re-allocated the funds.
5. City Hall Parking Lot Modifications
Project is on-hold. Under this project, a security 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. The design of a security fence between the existing
maintenance facility and the western side of City Hall is being 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 and review of
the proposed layout is complete. The project is currently on hold waiting for further direction
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TO:
FROM:
MEMORANDUM
Bill Hughes, Director of Public Works/City Engineer
Brad Buron, Maintenance Superintendent
DATE: June 3, 2002
SUBJECT: Monthly Activity Report - May, 2002
The following activities were performed by Public Works Department, Street Maintenance Division in-house
personnel for the month of May, 2002:
I. SIGNS
A. Total signs replaced 204
B. Total signs installed 7
C. Total signs repaired 22
I1.
TREES
A. Total trees trimmed for sight distance and street sweeping concerns
10
III.
ASPHALT REPAIRS
A. Total square feet of A. C. repairs
B. Total Tons
3,464
56
IV.
CATCH BASINS
A. Total catch basins cleaned
84
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.
62
972
STENCILING
A. 27 New and repainted legends
B. 64,222 L.F. of new and mpainted red curb and stdping
Also, City Maintenance staff responded to 38 service order requests ranging from weed abatement, tree
trimming, sign repair, A.C. failures, litter removal, and catch basin cleanings. This is compared to 4._~2
service order requests for the month of April, 2002.
The Maintenance Crew has also put in '192 hours of overtime which includes standby time, special events
and response to street emergencies.
The total cost for Street Maintenance performed by Contractors for the month of May, 2002 was ~ 23,097.00
compared to $18~402.00 for the month of April~ 2002.
Account No. 5402 $ 4,147.00
Account No. 5401 $18,950.00
Account No. 999-5402 $ - 0 -
Ron Parks, Deputy Director of Public Works
Ali Moghadam, Senior Engineer- (CIP/Traffic)
Greg Butler, Senior Engineer - (Capital Improvements)
Amer Attar, Senior Engineer - (Capital Improvements)
Jerry Alegria, Senior Engineer - (Land Development)
CITY OF TEMECULA
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
ROADS DMSION
GRAFFITI REMOVAL
MONTH OF MAY, 2002
DATE LOCATION WORK COMPLETED
05/01/02 33065 TURLEY RANCH ROAD REMOVED 70 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
05/01/02 YNEZ 200' NORTH OF COUNTY CENTER DRIVE REMOVED 6 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
05/02/02 YNEZ AT EMPIRE CREEK REMOVED 49 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
05/06/02 41910 SANTIAGO (3 LOCATIONS) REMOVED 168 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
05/08/02 42041 PINE NEEDLE REMOVED 2 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
05/0802 MARGARITA AT AVENIDA BARCA REMOVED 20 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
05/08/02 42180 MARGARITA (11 LOCATIONS) REMOVED 173 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
05/08/02 MORAGA AT MARGARITA REMOVED 8 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
05/08/02 AVENIDA DEL SOL AT MARGARITA REMOVED 4 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
05/10/02 CAM]NO MAREA AT CALLE JABILI (6 LOCATIONS) REMOVED 22 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
05/20/02 1-15 FWY AT OVERLAND (5 LOCATIONS) REMOVED 131 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
05/20/02 26455 YNEZ AT 1-15 FWY (3 LOCATIONS) REMOVED 29 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
05/20/02 MARGARITA PARK (3 LOCATIONS) REMOVED 21 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
05/22/02 DE PORTOLA AT BUTTERFIELD STAGE ROAD REMOVED 12 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
05/23/02 JEkYll<SON AT WINCHESTER (3 LOCATIONS) [ REMOVED 16 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
05/24/02 28903 FRONT STREET REMOVED 4 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
05/28/02 SOLANA AT MARGARITA (5 LOCATIONS) REMOVED 10 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
05/28/02 COURTNEY AT MARGARITA REMOVED 3 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
05/28/02 STONEWOOD AT MARGARrrA REMOVED 4 S,F. OF GRAFFITI
05/28/02 MARGARITA PARK REMOVED 4 SY. OF GRAFFITI
05/29/02 EMPIRE CREEK (5 LOCATIONS) REMOVED 116 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
05/29/02 27520 YNF. Z REMOVED 38 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
05/29/02 27555 YNEZ REMOVED 3 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
05/29/02 27171 YNEZ REMOVED 25 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
05/29/02 YNEZ AT TOWER PIAZA REMOVED 14 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
DATE LOCATIO]~I WORK COMPLETED
05/29/02 39662 RORIPALI(}H REMOVED 2 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
05/~0A)2 MEADOWS AT VIA POLA REMOVED 18 S.F. OF GI~.~ITI
TOTAL S.F. GRAI~'I~ITI REMOVED 9?2
TOTAL LOCATIONS 62
APPROVAL
CITY ATTORNEY
DIRECTOR OFFINANCE
CITY MANAGER
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
CITY OF TEMECULA
AGENDA REPORT
City Manager/City Council
William G. Hughes, Director of Public Works/City Engineer
July 23, 2002
Department of Public Works Monthly Activity Report
RECOMMENDATION: Attached for City Council's review and filing is the Department of Public
Works' Monthly Activity Reports for the month of June, 2002.
MOACTRPT
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
Monthly Activity Report
June ! July 2002
Prepared By: Amer Attar
Submitted by: William G. Hughes
Date: July 23, 2002
PROJECTS UNDER CONSTRUCTION
1. Margarita Road Widening, Phase I (Interim), Pauba Road to Plo Pico
This project will widen Margarita Road on an interim bases between Pauba Road and Plo Pico. As a
result, Margarita Road will have four lanes throughout City limits. The contractor, R.J. Noble, has
completed the work. The final quantities will be calculated and the contract close out information will
be forwarded to City Council for the Notice of Completion.
2. Chaparral High School Swimming Pool
^ 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 reom facilities, restrooms and showers.
Spray-type play equipment will be included as an element in the base construction bid. The project
is complete with the exception of several minor punch list items. The final quantities will be
calculated and the contract close out information will be forwarded to City Council for the Notice of
Completion. A grand opening ceremony was held on 5/30/2002. The pool is now open to the public.
3. Pala Road Improvements, Phase I - (Widening to accommodate four lanes from Pala
Road Bridge to Wolf Valley) and Traffic Signals Modifications at Loma Linda, and at 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. In addition, the two traffic signals at Loma Linda and at Wolf Valley will be modified to
accommodate the read interim widening. This project is complete except for minor punch list items.
Traffic was allowed in the new widened portion of Pala Road on May 17.
4. Slurry Seal Program - FY2001-02
This project will slurry seal and protect various streets throughout the city. Construction began on
July 1,2002. Contractor anticipated being complete by end of July. Construction activities include
grinding old painted legends off of the read, slurry sealing, and re-painting new striping.
5. First Street Extension - Environmental Mitigation
This project will create approximately 1.49 acres cf wetlands along Murrieta Creek at First Street. It
includes construction of landscaping and irrigation improvements, and maintenance of said
improvements for a period of five (5) years in accordance with California Department of Fish and
Game and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers permit requirements. Bids were opened June 6, 2002.
Award is on hold pending RCFC/ACOE coordination with Murrieta Creek Improvement project.
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6. Pavement Rehabilitation Program - FY 2001/2002
This project will rehabilitate and reconstruct portions of Rancho Califomia Road between Hope Way
and Cosmic Way. Bids were opened on June 18. The lowest bidder is R.J~ Noble Company with a
bid of $593,194.85. Council is to award the construction contract on 6-25-02. Pm-construction
meeting set for July 30, 2002. Construction is anticipated to begin in early August 2002.
PROJECTS BEING ADVERTISED FOR BIDS
1. Community Theatre - Mercantile Seismic Retrofit
This project will create a community theatre at the old Mercantile building in downtown Temecula.
The Contractor Pm-Qualification process for the Mercantile Seismic Retrofit Project is complete.
Acceptance of the qualified contractors and approval for Advertisement to Bid the project was done
at the March 26, 2002 Council meeting. PRE-BID conference with all pre-qualified Contractors is
scheduled for July 18, 2002, with Bid opening on July 30, 2002.
PROJECTS IN DESIGN
1. Pechanga Parkway (Formerly Pala Road) Improvements - Phase II (SR 79 South to
Pechanga Road)
This project will widen Pala Road to its ultimate width from the Pala Road Bddge to Pechanga mad.
Staff recently met with Caltrans and Local Assistance and performed an environmental field review.
The Preliminary Environmental Document Classification (NEPA) of the project has been determined
to be "Categorical Exclusion with required technical studies (involving Federal action)." The
consultant submitted plans to RCFC & WCD for review and comment. Work is proceeding with the
remainder of the design.
2. Pechanga Parkway (Formerly Pala Road) Sound Wall Improvements
Under this project, sound walls will be designed and constructed on the southwest side of Pechanga
Parkway, from Rainbow Canyon Road to the Pechanga casino and on the northeast side along the
residences just north of Loma Linda. The City has reviewed the 30% Design Plans submitted bythe
consultant. All utility plans were sent to the consultant for review. Environmental issues have been
identified and documents are being prepared. Work is being coordinated with the Pechanga
Parkway Improvements - Phase I1.
3. Rancho California Road Bridge Widening Over Murrieta Creek
This project will widen Rancho California Bridge over Murrieta Creek to provide four additional traffic
lanes. Staff is currently reviewing 100% drawings and specifications for completeness. Processing
for right of way and environmental requirements are schedule for completion by September 2002.
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4. 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 #64. This project will provide the community with library resources
and services. A separate parcel has been created for the library for bond purposes. The application
to the State was submitted on 6/13/02. Utility services construction will be coordinated with Pauba
Road, Phase II Street Improvements.
5. 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. The City has reviewed the 100% Design Plans submitted bythe consultant. Specifications
are being prepared. Plans were sent to all utilities on 3/26/02 and all utility issues are being
addressed. Environmental issues were identified and documents are being prepared. Work is being
coordinated with the library project,
6. John Warner/Santiago Road Assessment District - Hydrology Study
Under this project a drainage study will be done to compliment the improvement plans being done
by the property owners. Eventually the city will be the oversight agency for a property owners
sponsored assessment district. The City Council approved a Professional Services Agreement with
Engineering Resoumes of Southern California, Inc. to do the hydrology study and the storm drain
design at the June 11,2002 meeting. The kick-off meeting was held on July 10, 2002 and work has
begun.
7. 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. Review of 1st plan
submittal is complete. Review comments returned to consultant. 60% plan submittal expected week
of 7-15-02. Caltrans is presently reviewing concept of layout and landscaping..
8. Temecula Sports Complex
A new 40+ Acres sports complex will be built on Pala Road at Wolf Valley. The new sports complex
location will be at the corner of Pala Road and Deer Hollow Way. Preliminary design is undenvay,
with approval for the site layout pending.
9. 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 Pechanga
Creek and the Del Rio Road Bridge over Empire Creek. Simon Wong Engineering (SWE) developed
"as-builts" for the existing bridges and prepared the Barrier Concepts Report. Simon Wong
Engineering (SW E) submitted the 70% Design documents on 5/31/02. The City returned comments
to SWE on July 3, 2002. The next submittal will be in August.
10. Fire Station - Wolf Creek Site
A fire station will be built at the Wolf Creek Site. Complete set of plan-check comments were
returned to the designer mid May. The re-submittal is expected by the end of June.
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11. Pavement Management System Update
The project will establish a pavement management program that will provide an ongoing schedule of
needed repairs and provide data that will be used to prepare budget estimates required to complete
the scheduled work. GIS links, AutoCAD review, and updates to MicroPAVER are included in the
total program. The consultant has completed his pavement survey and is now preparing the
pavement study.
12. Children's Museum
This project will construct a 7,500 square foot children's museum. The consultant submitted revised
plans on June 12, 2002. Staff will review the second submittal and forward any comments to the
consultant. Plans, specifications and estimates were approved by City Council on March 26, 2002,
however the architect has not submitted the final bidding package to Public Works.
13. Vail Ranch Park (Near Pauba Valley School) - Add Amenities
This project will add amenities, including play equipment to the recently annexed Vail Ranch Park.
The Community Services Commission approved the Vail Ranch Park Site "C" Master Plan on
February 11,2002. The Master Plan was approved by City Council at the March 26, 2002 meeting.
RHA Landscape Architects/Planners Inc. is the design firm and the first submittal was made on May
3rd. The City reviewed these documents and returned them to the contractor for revisions. A
meeting between the City and RHA to discuss these comments will be scheduled for the end of July.
14. 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 street and landscaping design completion is scheduled for July 2002. Right of Way and
environmental processing is anticipated to be completed by August of 2002.
15. 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. Additional rehabilitation work
for a poor pavement area east of Ynez Road is currently being added to the plans. Bidding is
scheduled for July 2002.
16. 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 corner of Rancho California and Ynez is in process with Claim
Jumper Restaurant signing the acquisition agreement. In-house design is 90% complete.
17. Winchester Road Widening Between Enterprise Circle and Jefferson
This project will widen Winchester road between Enterprise Circle and Jefferson Avenue. It will also
add a right turn lane from Eastbound Winchester to Southbound Jefferson, starting at Enterprise
Circle. Project layout was plotted and discussed with Traffic and DPW. In-house design continues.
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18. Citywide A.C. Repairs - FY2001-02
This project will repair various road sections throughout the City. The project specifications are
complete, Request to advertise for City Council approval set for 7-23-02, Engineering estimate is
$110,000.
19. Rancho California Sports park ADA Access and Shade Structure
Design and construct concrete ADA walkways to the remaining ball fields 3,4,5,7,8. Install two
shade picnic/seating areas adjacent to the snack bar building. Design and construct concrete ADA
walkways to the remaining ball fields 3,4,5,7,8. Install two shade picnic/seating areas adjacent to
the snack bar building. Design work scheduled to be completed by week of 7-22-02.
PROJECTS IN THE PLANNING STAGE
1. 1-15/SR 79 Interchange - Project Study Report (PSR)
This project will modify the 1-15/SR 79 South Intemhange to accommodate projected future traffic.
The City received the final Value Engineering Analysis Report from Caltrans on May 8, 2002. All
proposed alignments presented by the value analysis team were rejected. Staff is currently waiting
for Caltrans to conditionally approve the Project Study Report.
2. French Valley Parkway Interchange, Project Report (PR), Plans Specifications, and
Estimate (PS&E) Preparation
This project will construct an intemhange between Winchester Road Intemhange and the I-15/I-215
split. The Request For Qualifications (RFQ) has been prepared and sent to Caltrans for review. As
soon as comments are received, the final version will be advertised to solicit consultants.
3. French Valley Parkway Interchange - Project Study Report (PSR)
This project will construct an interchange between Winchester Road Interchange and the 1-15/I-215
split. Project Study Report (PSR) has been approved. Project will be constructed in different
phases. City continues in its property protection acquisition.
4. 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 Commeme Center Drive, and the extension of Overland
Drive across Murrieta Creek to Diaz Road. PDC has completed the alignment study and staff has
reviewed copies of the preliminary plans. Staff has reviewed design costs for next year's fiscal
funding. No funding until FY03-04
5. 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
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Road Extension alignment study and design, Coordination with the City of Murrieta, 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. Staff was Informed this data could take up to s year to receive.
6. Pedestrian Crossing- SR 79 North at Nicolas Road
City met with Caltrans and sent a letter at their request to initiate this project. Caltrans responded in
a letter that the bridge does not meet their warrents and that they will not support and allow its
construction, A consultant, I mbsen & Associates, was hired to do a feasibility study. Staff forwarded
comments on the draft feasibility report to the consultant. The final report is in the process of being
prepared.
7. Murrieta Creek Multi Purpose Trail
This project will build portions of the equestrian and bike trails along Murrieta Creek within City
limits. The City has received a federal grant of $1,214,000. An "Authorization to Proceed with
Preliminary Engineering" package has been submitted to Caltrens for approval. We can begin the
RFP process to hire a consultant as soon as an authorization letter is received from Caltrans. A field
meeting was conducted on June 25, 2002.
PROJECTS THAT ARE SUSPENDED OR ON-HOLD
1, 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 indefinitely,
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. A developer may do this project.
3. 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.
4. School Site ADA Improvements
Project has been removed from this year's ClP. Design and construct ADA concrete walkways
and hand railing to athletic facilities at Temecula Middle School, James L. Day Middle School and
Margarita Middle School. TCSD re-allocated the funds.
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5. City Hall Parking Lot Modifications
Project is on-hold. Funding has been postponed until FY 2004/2005. Under this project, a
security 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. The
design of a security fence between the existing maintenance facility and the western side of City Hall
is being 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 and review of the proposed layout is complete. The project is currently
on hold waiting for further direction
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o~
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
MEMORANDUM
Bill Hughes, Director of Public WorkslCity Engineer
Brad Buron, Maintenance Superintendent
July 3, 2002
SUBJECT: Monthly Activity Report - June, 2002
The following activities were performed by Public Works Department, Street Maintenance Division in-house
personnel for the month of June, 2002:
I. SIGNS
A. Total signs replaced 150
B. Total signs installed 14
C. Total signs repaired 40
I1.
TREES
A. Total trees trimmed for sight distance and street sweeping concerns
17
II1.
ASPHALT REPAIRS
A. Total square feet of A. C. repairs
B. Total Tons
2~977
59
IV.
CATCH BASINS
A. Total catch basins cleaned
15
VI.
VII.
RIGHT-OF-WAY WEED ABATEMENT
A. Total square footage for right-of-way abatement
5~000
STENCILING
A. 181 New and mpainted legends
B. 17~909 L.F. of new and repainted red curb and stdping
GRAFFITI REMOVAL
A. Total locations 64
B. Total S.F. 2~641
Also, City Maintenance staff responded to 46 service order requests ranging from weed abatement, tree
trimming, sign repair, A.C. failures, litter removal, and catch basin cleanings. This is compared to 38
service order requests for the month of May, 2002.
The Maintenance Crew has also put in 159 hours of overtime which includes standby time, special
events and response to street emergencies.
The total cost for Street Maintenance performed by Contractors for the month of June, 2002 was
~ 14~156.00 compared to ~ 23~097.00 for the month of May~ 2002.
Account No. 5402 $ - 0 -
Account No. 5401 $ 14,156.00
Account No. 999-5402 $ - 0 -
cc;
Ron Parks, Deputy Director of Public Works
Ali Moghadam, Senior Engineer (CIP/Traffic)
Greg Butler, Senior Engineer (Capital Improvements)
Amer Attar, Senior Engineer (Capital Improvements)
Jemj Alegria, Senior Engineer (Land Development)
~ g g g g g o o
CITY OF TEMECULA
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
ROADS DMSION
GRAFFITI REMOVAL
MONTH OF JUNE, 2002
DATE LOCATION WORK COMI'LETED
06/03/02 MEADOWS PARKWAY AT L~ SERENA REMOVED 2 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06~3/02 VIA LOBO AT NICHOLAS REMOVED 50 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/03/02 VIA LOBO AT DEER MEADOW REMOVED 48 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/03/02 SUNNY MEADOWS AT I,'EIdVlO REMOVED 4 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/04/02 43484 FASSANO COURT REMOVED 15 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/04/02 MEADOWS PARKWAY AT LEENA WAY REMOVED 4 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
)6/04/02 SAN MARCO AT FASSANO (2 LOCATIONS) REMOVED I 10 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/04/02 MEADOWS PARKWAY AT DE PORTOLA REMOVED 2 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06104/02 MEADOWS PARKWAY AT I.g~3IA WAY REMOVED 2 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/04/02 MEADOWS PARKWAY AT CASSI~O REMOVED 2 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/04/02 43478 BREWSTER REMOVED 10 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/04/02 BUTTER~'~:I .D STAGE ROAD AT PAUBA REMOVED 40 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/05/02 BLYI'fERFIELD STAGE ROAD AT RANCHO VISTA REMOVED 100 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/06/02 Blfl"l ERFIELD STAGE ROAD AT ANZA REMOVED 2 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/07/02 OAK CLIFF AT ROCK BLUFF REMOVED 4 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/10/01 ' RANCHO CALn~ORNIA RD. AT BUTfERFIELD STAGE RD. REMOVED 2 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/12/02 30680 MARGARITA ROAD REMOVED 15 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
I 06/12~2 29750 LYNDIE I~MNE REMOVED 10 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/12/02 RANCHO CALIFORNIA ROAD AT LYNDIE LANE REMOVED 31 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/13/02 MARGARITA PARK REMOVED 2 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/13/02 MEADOWS S/O RANCHO CALIFORNIA RD. (4 LOCATIONS) REMOVED 8 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/17/02 OVERLAND TRAIL AT BANANAL REMOVED 15 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/17/02 REDHAWK PRKWAY ~ OVERIAaND TRAIL (2 LOCATIONS) REMOVED 63 S.F. OF GRAI,'FI'L'!
06/17/02 C,nI,!.I~, MEDUSA AT ENFIEI~ REMOVED 6 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/19/02 SANTIAGO AT AMARITA WAY REMOVED 26 S.F. OF GRAI~lq'! !
DATE LOCATION WORK COMPLETED
06/21/02 EMPEZAR AT MEADOWS PARKWAY (3 LOCATIONS) REMOVED 43 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/21/02 VIA DESTELLO REMOVED 6 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/21/02 EMPEZAR AT DE PORTOLA (3 LOCATIONS) REMOVED 24 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/21/02 MEADOWS PARKWAY AT DE PORTOLA ( 2 LOCATIONS) REMOVED 20 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/24/02 15 FWY AT I-IWY 79 SO. REMOVED 178 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/24/02 44535 BEDFORD COURT REMOVED 17 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/24/02 MARGARITA AT MORAGA REMOVED 18 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/24/02 42200 MAIN STREET REMOVED 5 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/25/02 MeCABE AT VIA MEJIA REMOVED 12 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/25/02 32139 CAMINO HERENCIA (2 LOCATIONS) REMOVED 12 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/25/02 VAIL RANCH PARKWAY AT CINON (2 LOCATIONS) REMOVED 18 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/25/02 VAIL RANCH PARKWAY 300' W/O CINON (4 LOCATIONS) REMOVED 216 S.F. OF GRAIn'FI'Il
06/25/02 VAIL RANCH PARKWAY AT HARMONY REMOVED 18 S.F. OF ORAFIq'fl
06/25~)2 MARGARITA ROAD AT SOUTHERN CROSS REMOVED 8 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/26/02 VIA RIO TEMECULA AT AVE. DE MISSIONES IN CHANNEL REMOVED 890 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/26/02 I-15 FWY AT RANCHO CALIFORNIA ROAD REMOVED 18 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/26/02 CAMINO VERDE AT VIA PUERTA REMOVED 100 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/26/02 MARGARITA AT STONEWOOD REMOVED 10 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/26/02 MARGARITA PARK (4 LOCATIONS) REMOVED 38 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/27/02 REDHAWKPARKWAY ~ I-IWY 79 SO. UNDER BRIDGE REMOVED 615 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
06/28/02 CAH.F. Pn~IA COI. ADAAT VIANORTE REMOVED 2 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
TOTAL S.F. GRAFF[I'I REMOVED 2~841
TOTAL LOCATIONS 64
ITEM NO. 4
POLICE CHIEF'S REPORT
APPROVAL
CITY ATTORNEY
DIRECTOR OF FINANCE.
CITY MANAGER_
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
ClTY OFTEMECULA
AGENDA REPORT
City Manager/City Council
Jim Domenoe, Chief of Polic~
June 25, 2002
Monthly Departmental Report
The following report reflects special teams, traffic enfomement and miscellaneous activity occurring
during May of 2002. The Police Department responded to 54 "priority one" calls for service during
the month of May, with an average response time of approximately 6.9 minutes. A total of 3,894
calls for police service were generated in the City of Temecula during the month.
During the month of May, the Temecula Police Department's Town Center Storefront served a total
of 196 customers. Thirty-seven sets of fingerprints were taken, 29 people filed police reports and 10
people had citations signed off. Crime Prevention Officer Lynn Fanene participated in a number of
special events, neighborhood watch and community-oriented programs during the month. He also
coordinated requests for patrol ride-alongs. Additionally, he continued to provide residential and
business security surveys/visits and past crime follow-up. Officer Fanene also continued to process
City Planning Department submissions of site plans/conditions.
The POP Teams continued to work on the "Crime Free Multi-Housing" project, re-certifying five
apartment complexes during the month of May. The teams continued their Warrant Apprehension
Program during the month, which resulted in two felony arrests and five misdemeanor arrests. The
POP Teams continued with their proactive patrol efforts and made four additional felony arrests and
11 misdemeanor arrests during the month of May. Additionally, the POP Teams continued working
a special massage parlor/prostitution program, ensuring that the businesses were complying with all
laws. The massage parlor/prostitution program will be ongoing, with the goal of keeping prostitution
out of the city. POP Teams also conducted their on-going homeless persons program, with the goal
of assisting homeless in finding services and aid to help them. POP Teams were instrumental in
helping another homeless person find these services during the month of May.
The Cid Town Storefrent serves as an office for the POP teams and a location to assist the public
with police services. This has greatly increased their accessibility and their ability to serve the Cid
Town area. During May, the Old Town Storefront served 189 customers. Twenty-eight sets of
fingerprints were taken, 28 reports were written, and 16 citations were signed off.
Monthly Departmental Report
Page 2
The traffic team reported that during the month of May there were 832 citations issued for hazardous
violations, 110 citations were issued for non-hazardous violations and 86 parking citations were
issued. During the month there were just six injury traffic collisions, 67 non-injury collisions were
reported and 13 drivers were arrested for DUI. The Neighborhood Enforcement Team (NET)
program resulted in 133 citations being issued. This program addresses traffic concerns in
residential neighborhoods with a dedicated motor officer. The SLAP program (Stop Light Abuse
Program) resulted in 71 citations being issued, with 141 additional SLAP citations issued on
overtime. The total number of SLAP citations issued during the month of May was 212.
During the month of May, the POP officers assigned to the Promenade Mall handled a total of 206
calls for service. The majority of these calls were for shoplifting investigations. During the month,
calls and on-sight activity resulted in the criminal arrest and filings on 20 misdemeanors and one
felony case for various offenses. Officers McEIvain and Rupe continued to provide training to
security staff during the month. The mall officers continued to work on vehicle theft and burglary
programs. Two vehicle burglaries and'no vehicle thefts occurred during the month of May.
Four school resource officers continued to remain active during May. They conducted a total of
three school presentations. The topics of these presentations ranged from "Inhalants" to "Rave
Drugs." The school resource officers also con'ducted many counseling sessions with students. Ten
misdemeanor arrests were made during May. These arrests ranged from trespassing, truancy and
possession of alcohol and marijuana to battery and theft. The school resource officers also made
five felony arrests during May. These arrests were for felony vandalism, sales of marijuana and the
possession of a knife on school campus. A total of 54 investigations/reports were conducted/written
by the school resource officers during May.
The JOLT program (Juvenile Offender Law Enforcement Program) continues to be a success in part
through its Youth Court program. Officer Michelle Medeires conducted the 87th Youth Court session.
The JOLT officer assisted at other schools when needed and conducted follow-ups with parents of
juveniles in the JOLT program. Officer Medeiros worked with "at risk" juveniles throughout the
month and also conducted counseling sessions with their parents. She also assisted the District
Attorney's Office and the Probation Department by providing training during home visits with
incorrigible/at risk juveniles during th~ month of May.
During the month of May, the Special Enfomement Team (SET Team) of Officers John Wade and
John Morin handled a total of ten cases. These cases resulted in 13 misdemeanor and six felony
arrests, primarily for narcotics violations. This team continues to work street level narcotics and
specialty patrol within the city on a proactive basis. During this month, the team served two search
warrants, for narcotics violations, and recovered quantities of methamphetamine, cocaine and
marijuana plants and dried marijuana.
Volunteers from the community continue to be an integral part of the Temecula Police Department's
staff. Under the guidance of volunteer coordinator Officer Bob Ridley and assistant coordinator
Gayle Gerrish, the Police Department's volunteer staff contributed 305 hours of service in May.
Volunteer assignments include computer data input, logistics support, special event assistance and
telephone answering duties. ,,
Community Action Patrol (CAP) Program volunteers have begun their activities, patrolling the city for
graffiti, conducting vacation residential checks and assisting patrol with special logistical needs and
special events. Other duties these volunteers will attend to are business checks and abandoned
vehicles and traffic control. The goal of the program is high visibility, which prevents crime from
Monthly Departmental Report
Page 3
occurring. CAP Team members contributed 184 hours of service to the community during the
month of May.
The reserve officer program and mounted posse arc additional valuable volunteer resources
available to the police department. The police department utilizes rcserve officers to assist with
patrol, traffic enforcement, crime prevention, off road vehicle enforcement and a variety of special
functions. Reserve police officers worked a total of 174 hours specifically on patrol in Temecula
during the month of May.
APPROVAL
CITY ATTORNEY
DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
CITY MANAGER
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
CITY OF TEMECULA
AGENDA REPORT
City Manager/City Council
Jim Domenoe, Chief of Polic~-~
July 23, 2002
Monthly Departmental Report
The following report reflects special teams, traffic enfomement and miscellaneous activity occurring
during June of 2002. The Police Department responded to 41 "priority one" calls for service during
the month of June, with an average response time of approximately 6.8 minutes. A total of 3,837
calls for police service were generated in the City of Temecula during the month.
During the month of June, the Temecula Police Department's Town Center Storefront served a total
of 165 customers. Fifty-one sets of fingerprints were taken, 32 people filed police reports and five
people had citations signed off. Crime Prevention Officer Lynn Fanene participated in a number of
special events, neighborhood watch and community-oriented programs during the month. He also
coordinated requests for patrol ride-alongs. Additionally, he continued to provide residential and
business security surveys/visits and past crime follow-up. Officer Fanene also continued to process
City Planning Department submissions of site plans/conditions.
The POP Teams continued to work on the "Crime Free Multi-Housing" project during the month of
June. The teams continued their Warrant Apprehension Program during the month, which resulted
in five felony arrests and two misdemeanor arrests. The POP Teams continued with their proactive
patrol efforts and made seven additional felony arrests and 18 misdemeanor arrests. POP Teams
also continued with the homeless persons program, with the goal of assisting the homeless in
finding services and aid to help them.
The Old Town Storefront serves as an office for the POP teams and a location to assist the public
with police services. This has greatly increased their accessibility and their ability to serve the Old
Town area. During June, the Old Town Storefront served 174 customers. Twenty-nine sets of
fingerprints were taken, 19 reports were written, and 24 citations were signed off.
The traffic team reported that during the month of June there were 714 citations issued for
hazardous violations, 108 citations were issued for non-hazardous violations and 88 parking
citations were issued. During the month there were just 11 injury traffic collisions, 60 non-injury
collisions were reported and 12 drivers were arrested for DUI. The Neighborhood Enforcement
Team (NET) program resulted in 61 citations being issued. This program addresses traffic concerns
Monthly Departmental Report
Page 2
in residential neighborhoods with a dedicated motor officer. The SLAP program (Stop Light Abuse
Program) resulted in 69 citations being issued, with 110 additional SLAP citations issued on
overtime. The total number of SLAP citations issued during the month of June was 179.
During the month of June, the POP officers assigned to the Promenade Mall handled a total of 198
calls for service. The majority of these calls were for shoplifting investigations. During the month,
calls and on-sight activity resulted in the criminal arrest and filings on 27 misdemeanors and one
felony case for various offenses. Officers McEIvain and Rupe continued to provide training to
security staff during the month. The mall officers continued to work on vehicle theft and burglary
programs. Two vehicle burglaries and two vehicles thefts occurred during the month of June.
Four school resoume officers continued to remain active during June. They conducted a total of five
school presentations. The topics of these presentations ranged from "Gateway Drugs" to "Rave
Drugs." The school resource officers also conducted many counseling sessions with students. A
total of 23 investigations/reports were conducted/written by the school resoume officers during June.
The JOLT program (Juvenile Offender Law Enfomement Program) continues to be a success in part
through its Youth Court program. Officer Michelle Medeiros conducted the 89th Youth Court session.
The JOLT officer assisted at other schools when needed and conducted follow-ups with parents of
juveniles in the JOLT program. Officer Medeiros worked with "at risk" juveniles throughout the
month and also conducted counseling sessions with their parents. She also assisted the District
Attorney's Office and the Probation Department by providing training during home visits with
incorrigible/at risk juveniles during the month of June.
During the month of June, the Special Enfomement Team (SET Team) of Officers John Wade and
John Morin handled a total of three cases. These cases resulted in three misdemeanor and two
felony arrests, primarily for narcotics violations. This team continues to work street level narcotics
and specialty patrol within the city on a proactive basis. During this month, the team served one
search warrant for narcotics violations, and recovered quantities of marijuana.
Volunteers from the community continue to be an integral part of the Temecula Police Department's
staff. Under the guidance of volunteer coordinator Officer Bob Ridley and assistant coordinator
Gayle Gerrish, the Police Department's volunteer staff contributed 397 hours of service in June.
Volunteer assignments include computer data input, logistics support, special event assistance and
telephone answering duties.
Community Action Patrol (CAP) Program volunteers have begun their activities, patrolling the city for
graffiti, conducting vacation residential checks and assisting patrol with special logistical needs and
special events. Other duties these volunteers will attend to are business checks and abandoned
vehicles and traffic control. The goal of the program is high visibility, which prevents crime from
occurring. CAP Team members contributed 171 hours of service to the community during the
month of June.
The reserve officer program and mounted posse are additional valuable volunteer resources
available to the police department. The police department utilizes reserve officers to assist with
patrol, traffic enforcement, crime prevention, off read vehicle enforcement and a variety of special
functions. Reserve police officers worked a total of 220 hours specifically on patrol in Temecula
during the month of June.
Monthly Departmental Report
Page 3
During June 2002, the Temecula Police Department was instrumental in providing security and
assistance at the annual Temecula Valley Balloon and Wine Festival at Lake Skinner. Special
teams and volunteers combined to work the festival. Crowds exceeded expectations, but no
problems were experienced. Many participants expressed that they enjoyed themselves, and
planned to return for next year's event. No negative issues for the police department arose over the
course of the three day event.
ITEM NO. 5
FIRE CHIEF'S REPORT
APPROVAL
CITYATTORNEY
DIRECTOR OFFINANCE
CITY MANAGER
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
ClTY OFTEMECULA
AGENDA REPORT
City Manager/CityCouncil
Howard Windsor, City Fire Chief '~
June 10, 2002
MonthlyDepadmen~lReport
RECOMMENDATION: Attached for City Council's review and filing is the Fire Department's
Monthly Activity Report for the months of January 2002 through April 2002.
Month: January Year: 2002
63
~ + 10min out 2 2
;chool Pro[~tms
Fairs and Displays
Company Inspections
LE-38 Dooryard Inspections
Burning Permits Issued
Pre Plans
2 0 0 0 5 5
43 39 0 0 0 82 82
0 0 0 0 0 0 0
33 0 0 0 3 36 36
0 6 0 0 6 6
Yotal
78
49
3
130
130
Month: January Year: 2002
Medical Aids 0 200 200 200
rraffic Collisions 0 41 41 41
Public Service Assists 0 4 4 4
Fire Menace StandbT's 0 0 0 0
Structure Fires 0 5 5 5
Ringing Alarm 0 20 20 20
Vegetation Fire 0 I I 1
Vehicle Fire 0 I 1 1
Fire-Other 0 I 1 1
Hazmat 0 0 0 0
Total 0 273 273 273
m)Lmmmm mm m
Average Response Time 5.6 5.6 5.6
Lon[gest Response Time 0 13 N/A N/A
Medic Squad Cancelled
Prior to Patient Contact 0 39 39 39
Average Wait Time for AMR 4.58 4.58 4.58
Medic Squad on Scene prior
to A_MR- Medical Aids and
Traffic Collisions 0 127 127 127
Performed *ALS prior to
AMR's An'ival 0 65 65 65
*ALS - Advanced Life Support
Month: January Year: 2002
Building TI 28 28
NCOM Building 7 7
UG Water 14 14
Over/Under Ground Tanks 0 0
NCOM Sprinkler 13 13
Sprinkler TI 9 9
Hood Duct 6 6
Spray Booths 0 0
Special Suppression Systems 0 0
Alarms 19 19
Planning Cases 19 19
Special Code Permits 0 0
Miscellaneous 11 11.
Yotal 126 126
Fire C of O 27 27
Shell Final 18 18
lUG Hydro 8 8
Thrust Blocks 4 4
Over Head Hydro 27 27
Fire Flow 0 0
Flush 32 32
Sprinkler Final 9 9
~Weld Inspection 5 5
Hood Duct Final 0 0
Alarm Pre-wire 4 4
Alarm Final 25 25
lSpray Booth Final 1 1
Fire Safety Inspection 9 9
State Mandated Inspection 1 1
Special Events Inspection 0 0
Piping Hydro 1 1
Shear Valves 0 0
Over/Under Tank Final 2 2
Special Suppression System 0 0
Special Project Investigation 0 0
Engine Company Follow-up 0 0
Miscellaneous 4 4
Total 177 177
Month: February
Year: 2002
~ + 10min out
60 123
25 27
School Pro[warns
Fairs and Displays
Company Inspections
LE-38 Dooryard Inspections
Burnin$ Permits Issued
Pre Plans
rotal
51
25
76
17
24
0 1
1, 6
0 0
0 0
5 10
0 0
6 17
3
2 7
10
68
41
126,
I1
150
77
11
256
Month: February Year: 2002
Medical Aids 0 195 195 395
Traffic Collisions 0 45 45 86
Public Service Assists 0 2 2 6
Fire Menace Standby's 0 0 0 0
Structure Fires 0 7 7 12
Ringing Alarm 0 14 14 34
Vegetation Fire 0 0 0 1
Vehicle Fire 0 0 0 1
Refuse Fire 0 0 0 1
Hazmat 0 0 0 0
Total o 263 263 536
Average Response Time 5.41 5.41 5.51
Longest Response Time 0 14 N/A N/A
Medic Squad Cancelled
Prior to Patient Contact 0 62 62 101
Average Wait Time for AMR 4.38 4.38 4.48
Medic Squad on Scene prior
to AMR- Medical Aids and
traffic Collisions 0 117 117 244
Performed *ALS prior to
AMR's Arrival o 61 61 126
*ALS - Advanced Life Support
Month: February Year: 2002
Building TI 27 55
NCOM Building 13 20
UG Water 7 21
Over/Under Ground Tanks 0 0
NCOM Sprinkler 6 19
Sprinkler TI 6 15
Hood Duct 1 7
Spray Booths 0 0
Special Suppression Systems 1 1
Alarms 18 37
Planning Cases 14 33
Special Code Permits 0 0
Miscellaneous 10 21
Total 103 229
Fire C of O 30 57
;hell Final 26 44
UG Hydro 9 17
Thrust Blocks 11 15
Over Head Hydro 14 41
Fire Flow 0 0
Flush 3 35
Sprinkler Final 9 18
Weld Inspection 1 6
Hood Duct Final 3 3
Alarm Pre-wire 11 15
Alarm Final 22 47
Spray Booth Final 1 2
Fire Safety Inspection 10 19
State Mandated Inspection 1 2
Special Events Inspection 0 0
Piping Hydro 1 2
Shear Valves 1 1
Over/Under Tank Final 0 2
Special Suppression System 0 0
Special Project Investigation 1 1
Engine Company Follow-up 2 2
Miscellaneous 2 6
Total 158 335
Month: March
Year: 2002
42 165
35 62
~chool Pro~uns
Fairs and Displays
Company Inspections
LE-38 Doo~ard Inspections
Burning Permits Issued
Pre Plans
4 0 0 0 0 4 11
0 I 0 0 0 I 12
44 22 0 0 20 86 236
0 0 0 0 0 0 0
19 0 I 0 1 21 98
0 3 0
Yotal 67 26 1
23
117
16
373
Month: March Year: 2002
Medical Aids 0 206 206 601
Traffic Collisions 0 60 60 146
Public Service Assists 0 4 4 10
Fire Menace Standby's o I 1 1
Structure Fires 0 11 11 23
Ringing Alarm 0 2 2 36
Vegetation Fire 0 1 I 2
Vehicle Fire 0 0 0 1
Refuse Fire 0 1 1 2
Hazmat 0 0 0 0
Total o 286 286 822
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Average Response Time 5.61 5.61 5.56
Longest Response Time 0 11 N/A N/A
Medic Squad Cancelled
Prior to Patient Contact o 51 51 152
Average Wait Time for AMR 4.11 4.11 4.30
Medic Squad on Scene prior
to AMR- Medical Aids and
Traffic Collisions 0 124 124 368
Performed *ALS prior to
AMR's Arrival 0 50 50 176
*ALS - Advanced Life Support
Month: March Year: 2002
Building TI 37 92
NCOM Building 12 32
UG Water 38 59
Over/Under Ground Tanks 0 0
NCOM Sprinkler 11 30
Sprinkler TI 9 24
Hood Duct 1 8
Spray Booths 1 1
Special Suppression Systems 2 3
Alarms 6 43
Planning Cases 28 61
Special Code Permits 0 0
Miscellaneous 24 45
Yotal 169 398
Fire C of O 40 97
Shell Final 24 68
UG Hydro 12 29
thrust Blocks 6 21
Over Head Hydro 21 62
Fire Flow 0 0
!Flush 3 38
Sprinkler Final 17 35
'Weld Inspection 4 10
iHood Duct Final 3 6
Alarm Pre-wire 5 20
Alarm Final 36 83
Spray Booth Final 0 2
Fire Safety Inspection 10 29
State Mandated Inspection 4 6
Special Events Inspection 3 3
Piping Hydro 0 2
Shear Valves 1 2
Over/Under Tank Final 0 2
Special Suppression System 0 0
Special Project Investigation 0 1
Engine Company Follow-up 0 2
Miscellaneous 2 8
Total 191 526
Month: April
Year: 2002
33 198
+ 10min 45 107
School Programs
Fairs and Displays
Company Inspections
LE-38 Dooryard Inspections
Burnin~ Permits Issued
Pre Plans
2
0 o
0
24
0 2 13
0
0 3 0 0 0 3 15
72 19 0 0 10 101 337
0 0 0 0 0 0 0
21 0 1 0 1 23 121
0 2 0 0 2 4 20
Total 95
13
133
506
Month: April Year: 2002
Medical Aids 0 197 197 798
rramc Collisions 0 43 43 189
Public Service Assists 0 5 5 15
Fire Menace Standb),'s 0 0 0 1
Structure Fires 0 5 5 28
Rin~in~ Alarm 0 3 3 39
Vel~etation Fire 0 I 1 3
Vehicle Fire 0 0 0 1
Refuse Fire 0 1 1 3
Hazmat o I 1 1
Yotal 0 256 256 1078
Aveml~e Response Time 5.673 5.673 5.62
Lonl~est Response Time 0 12 N/A N/A
Medic Squad Cancelled
Prior to Patient Contact 0 64 64 216
Average Wait Time for AMP, 4.42 4.42 4.36
Medic Squad on Scene prior
to AlvlR- Medical Aids and
rraftic Collisions 0 124 124 492
Performed *ALS prior to
AIvlR's Arrival 0 56 56 232
*ALS - Advanced Life Support
Month: April Year: 2002
Buildin~ TI 28 120
NCOM Buildin$ 10 42
UG Water 9 68
Over/Under Ground Tanks 0 0
NCOM Sprinkler 9 39
Sprinkler TI 7 31
Hood Duct 1 9
Spray Booths 1 2
Special Suppression Systems 0 3
Alarms 7 50
Planning Cases 4 65
Special Code Permits 0 0
Miscellaneous 18 63
Total 94 492
Fire C of O 45 142
Shell Final 13 81
UG Hydro 14 43
Thrust Blocks 14 35
Over Head Hydro 15 77
Fire Flow 1 1
Flush 7 45
Sprinkler Final 7 42
Weld Inspection 3 13
Hood Duct Final 4 10
Alarm Pre-wire 7 27
Alarm Final 12 95
Spray Booth Final 3 5
Fire Safety Inspection 10 39
State Mandated Inspection 4 10
Special Events Inspection 0 3
Piping Hydro 0 2
Shear Valves 0 2
Over/Under Tank Final 0 2
Special Suppression System 1 1
Special Project Investigation 3 4
Enb4ne Company Follow-up 0 2
Miscellaneous 3 11
Total 166 692