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CALL TO ORDER:
FLAG SALUTE
ROLL CALL:
PRESENTATION:
Commission Presentation
AGENDA
TEMECULA PUBLIC/TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION
TO BE HELD AT
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
43200 Business Park Drive
Temecula, California
Thursday, April 24, 2003 at 6:00 P.M.
COMMISSIONERS: Katan, Ramos, Wedel, Connerton, Lanier
Certificate of Appreciation - Temecula Police Sergeant Mark Lohman
PUBLIC COMMENTS
A total of 15 minutes is provided so members of the public can address the Commission on items that are not
listed on the Agenda. Speakers are limited to two (2) minutes each. If you desire to speak to the Commission
about an item not listed on the Agenda, a yellow "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
1. Minutes of February 27~ 2003
RECOMMENDATION:
1.1 Approve the Minutes of February 27, 2003.
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COMlVlISSION BUSINESS
2. Tri Tunnel Express
RECOIVIMENDATION:
2.1 That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission Receive and file the report.
3. Speed Limit - Various Locatiohs
RECOMMENDATION:
3.1 That thc Public/Traffic Safety Commission recommend that the City Council adopt an
Ordinance establishing the recommended speed limits as specified in Exhibit "B'.
4. Traffic Engineer's Report
5. Police Chief's Report
6. Fire Chief's Report
7. Commission Reports
ADJOURNMENT
The next regular meeting of the City of Temecula Public/Traffic Safety Commission will be held on Thursday,
May 22, 2003 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
FEBRUARY 27, 2003
CALL TO ORDER
The City of Temecula Public/Traffic Safety Commission convened in a regular meeting
at 6:00 P.M., on Thursday, February 27, 2003, 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 Ramos.
ROLLCALL
Present:
Commissioners Katan, Lanier, Ramos, *Wedel,
and Chairman Connerton.
Absent: None.
Also Present:
Director of Public Works Hughes,
Senior Engineer Moghadam,
Associate Engineer Gonzalez,
Fire Battalion Chief McBride,
Police Chief Domenoe,
Police Lieutenant Nelson,
Police Sergeant Tyler,
Administrative Secretary Pyle, and
Minute Clerk Hansen.
* (Commissioner.Wedel arrived at 6:13 P.M.)
PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS
Introduction of the New traffic Police Serqeant and Lieutenant
Police Chief Domenoe introduced Police Sergeant Tyler who would serve as the Police
Department liaison for the Public/Traffic Safety Commission as well as serving as
Sergeant of the Traffic Division; and introduced Police Lieutenant Davis who would be in
charge of the Police Patrol and Traffic Programs.
In response to Chairman Connerton, Police Chief Domenoe advised that as a result of
the additional duty of the Citizen Corps that was added to Police Lieutenant Pingel's
responsibilities, it became necessary to re-assign the traffic duties.
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Chairman Connerton welcomed Police Sergeant Tyler and Police Lieutenant Davis
aboard.
Fire Paramedic Squad Update and Demonstration of New Rescue Units
Fire Captain Greg Adams updated the Public/Traffic Safety Commission regarding
Temecula's Paramedic Program, relaying the recently added paramedic unit, the two
new Ford 550 paramedic vehicles, and the six additional medics hired; and invited the
Public/Traffic Safety Commission to come down to the parking lot at the break or after
the meeting to view the paramedic rescue units which were equipped with the Fire
Mapping Program.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
No comments.
COMMISSION CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Minutes
RECOMMENDATION:
1.1 Approve the Minutes of January 23, 2003.
MOTION: Commissioner Lanier moved to approve Consent Calendar Item No. 1. The
motion was seconded by Commissioner Katan and voice vote reflected approval with the
exception of Commissioner Wedel who had not yet arrived to the meeting.
COMMISSION BUSINESS
2. State Route 79 North (Winchester Road) - Construction Schedulin,q
RECOMMENDATION:
2.1 That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission receive and file the report.
Ms. Elaine Johnson, a representative from Supervisor Venable's office, provided an
update of County and Caltrans traffic improvements on Highway 79 North (Winchester
Road), highlighting the six signals currently scheduled on this roadway, specifying each
location and the anticipated timeframe for the completion of each signal; noted the
increased enforcement in this area; advised that Highway 79 North was scheduled to be
widened to four lanes from Hunter Road to Domenigoni Parkway, noting that ultimately
this highway would be improved to six lanes.
It is noted that Commissioner Wedel arrived at 6:13 P.M.
In response to Chairman Connerton, Ms. Johnson provided additional information
regarding the three corridors which would connect Highway 79 North to the 215
Freeway, specifying the location of these corridors and the expected timeframe for each
project's process; relayed efforts with San Diego County to identify an additional
north/south corridor which would connect from the 10 Freeway over to San Diego
County; relayed the planned widening of the 215 Freeway by six lanes and the 1-15
Freeway by four lanes to the San Diego County border, reiterating the importance of
working with San Diego County regarding these improvements; noted that at this time
there were no immediate scheduled connections for the 1-15 scheduled to connect to the
215 Freeway; and acknowledged that the opening of the Diamond Valley Lake was
anticipated to create additional traffic.
For Commissioner Katan, Ms. Johnson relayed that Caltrans would most likely start the
widening project on the 215 Freeway within the next couple of years.
Chairman Connerton thanked Ms. Johnson for the informational update.
It is noted that the Public/Traffic Safety Commission received and filed this report.
Request for Multi-Way Stop Signs - Butterfield Stage Road and Channel
Street/VVelton Way
RECOMMENDATION:
3.1
That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission recommend that the City
Council and the County Board of Supervisors adopt a resolution
establishing Multi-Way Stop signs at the intersection of Butterfield Stage
Road and Welton Way/Channel Street.
Senior Engineer Moghadam provided an overview of the staff report (of record), noting
the requests that the City and City Council had received in the past months to establish
an all-way stop at the intersection of Butterfield Stage Road and Channel StreetJWelton
Way, noting the proximate school on Butterfield Stage Road; relayed that since the
Public/Traffic Safety Commission reviewed this item in April of 2002 the volumes of
traffic on Channel Street and Welton Way have increased, ergo the current analysis now
demonstrated that this area warrants installation of a four-way stop; advised that the
County Department of Transportation concurred with the recommendation to place an
interim stop sign at this location, and would additionally recommend that this intersection
be placed on the signal priority list so as in the future when this location meets the
warrants it would become a signalized intersection.
For Commissioner Katan, Senior Engineer Moghadam noted that in discussions with the
County it had been relayed that the developer of the new homes on the east side of this
location was not required to fund the installation of a signal, advising that the County
collects signal mitigation fees from developers and subsequently prioritizes the need for
signals and installs the signals based on those priorities.
Mr. Brad Clark, 45818 Corte Carmello, requested that the Public/Traffic Safety
Commission recommend approval of this particular stop sign, noting the dangers
associated with children crossing at this uncontrolled location.
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Ms. Cindy Valdivieso, 32502 Code Zaragoza, presented photographs, by way of
overheads, demonstrating the heavy traffic congestion in this area while young teens
from the middle school cross at this uncontrolled intersection.
The Public/Traffic Safety Commission voiced their concurrence with the
recommendation to install a four-way stop at this location.
Chairman Connerton relayed his concern regarding Ms. Valdivieso's comment with
respect to vehicles being parked two rows out from the curb in this area to pick up and
drop off school children, requesting that Police enforcement be increased in this area.
MOTION: Commissioner Ramos moved to approve staff's recommendation. The motion
was seconded by Commissioner Wedel and voice vote reflected unanimous approval.
For Chairman Connerton, Senior Engineer Moghadam relayed that on the signal priority
list, this location was not denoted as one of the top ten locations.
MOTION: Commissioner Katan moved to recommend that on the signal priority list this
intersection (Butterfield Stage Road and Channel Street/Welton Way) be moved up on
the signal prioritization list to a Number 11 priority. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Lanier (Ultimately this motion was amended.)
For informational purposes, Director of Public Works Hughes recommended that the
Public/Traffic Safety Commission not place a specific priority number on the installation
of this signal since at this time the Public/Traffic Safety Commission did not have data to
review regarding the importance of the existing prioritized signals, suggesting that the
Public/Traffic Safety Commission request staff to review this intersection and rate it in
accordance to its priority with the alternate locations on the list, confirming, for Chairman
Connerton, that staff could provide further information regarding the determined priority
level in a future Engineer's Report.
AMENDED MOTION: Commissioner Katan moved to wait for staff's recommendation to
come back to the Commission with the appropriate ranking for the signalization of this
intersection. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Lanier, (Ultimately this
motion failed due to the Public/Traffic Safety Commission opting not to take a
voice vote; see below.)
Since the Public/Traffic Safety Commission was recommending that staff bring this item
back to the Commission, Chairman Connerton relayed that there was no need for the
Public/Traffic Safety Commission to take action at this time, ergo voice vote for the
motion was not taken.
Promenade Chardonnay Hills - Multi-Way Stop Si.qns
RECOMMENDATION:
4.1 That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission continue the discussion of the
Promenade Chardonnay Hills request for Multi-Way Stop signs.
By way of overhead photographs, Director of Public Works Hughes presented the staff
report (per agenda material), reiterating staff's request at the January 23rd Public/Traffic
Safety Commission meeting to investigate alternative options with the goal of attempting
to reduce the speeds on Promenade Chardonnay Hills down below the 85th percentile of
the speeds traveled at this time (which was 30 MPH); relayed that he met with the HOA
at the February 6th HOA meeting, receiving additional input, as well as Tuesday,
February 25th with two members of the HOA Board to introduce an alternative option for
consideration, clarifying that the Board Members desired to get concurrence from the
Board prior to proceeding; specified the option being considered whereby street striping
would be installed in a test section of the roadway whereupon the striping pattern would
designate an eight-foot area for vehicular street parking, a bike lane toward the center
lane, and a ten-foot travel lane which would aid in defining a smaller driving area in
hopes of slowing the vehicular speeds; with respect to cut-through traffic, advised that a
study was conducted by an independent firm which determined that approximately
sixteen percent (16%) of vehicles using this road during the peak hours were generated
from cut-through movements which totaled under 200 cars a day; relayed that 5300
vehicles per day were traveling on Meadows Parkway which had even greater capacity;
advised that it was staff's recommendation that the Public/Traffic Safety Commission
discuss the alternate option, provide direction as to whether staff should proceed to
implement this striping and signage in a test area in order to evaluate the effectiveness
in slowing vehicles, recommending that staff not proceed until after the HOA provides its
endorsement as well.
Commissioner Wedel commented on the benefits of the study, which confirmed that this
area was being utilized by cut-through traffic; with respect to the striping
recommendation, relayed that striping in the Temeku Hills area did not prove to reduce
vehicular speeds. In response, Director of Public Works Hughes advised that this
proposed striping would create lanes which were ten-feet in width rather than fourteen
feet as was done in the Temeku Hills area.
Relaying kudos to staff, Commissioner Wedel noted the value of gathering data and
subsequently making determinations.
For Commissioner Katan, Director of Public Works Hughes relayed that although it was
well known within the field that narrower streets would slow traffic down, there was no
supporting data revealing that installing a striping pattern to define a smaller vehicular
path would reduce speeds; and advised that the graph denoting various traffic controls
and the associated effectiveness which was presented last month by Commissioner
Wedel did not include the narrower street striping pattern on the list of installations.
Commending staff, Commissioner Ramos relayed that he was pleased with the manner
in which staff addressed the residents' concerns, attending the HOA meetings, listening
to their comments; and provided an sample scenario (e.g., a tailgater desiring to travel
faster) in which the striping would most likely reduce speeds.
In response to Commissioner Lanier, Director of Public Works Hughes relayed that the
timeframe for installment of the striping would be approximately four to six weeks due to
desiring the HOA's endorsement and City Council approval; advised that staff had not
yet determined a test location; and for Chairman Connerton, reiterated that staff had
discussed the alternate option with two of the Board Members; that staff had
recommended that a Board Member be present at tonight's meeting; and advised that
once Butterfield Stage Road improvements were completed that project would most
likely relieve some cut-though traffic from this area.
Mr. Joseph LaMarca, 41138 Promenade Chardonnay, representing the Chardonnay
Hills HOA, reiterated his desire for the HOA to review the alternate option
recommended, advising that the next meeting would be March 6th; and for Chairman
Connerton, confirmed that it would be his desire that this matter be continued until the
next Public/Traffic Safety Commission meeting.
Commissioner Ramos concurred with obtaining the endorsement of the HOA prior to
proceeding, Commissioner Lanier concurring with Mr. LaMarca's recommendation to
continue the item until next month.
Commenting regarding the study conducted, Commissioner Wedel relayed that the
residents' concerns regarding speeding and cut-through traffic had been confirmed, that
vehicles were speeding in this neighborhood, that one in seven vehicles make up the
amount of cut-through traffic this area was experiencing; and concurred with continuing
this item.
Commissioner Katan queried the rationale for continuing this matter, advising that if the
HOA concurred with the recommended alternative it would be more effective to direct
staff to proceed with the process of implementation.
Chairman Connerton relayed that the HOA may desire to implement the striping in the
whole neighborhood, advising that he would desire to hear the recommendations of the
HOA in order to address the conditions properly.
For informational purposes, Director of Public Works Hughes clarified that it was his
suggestion that if staff obtained HOA endorsement that the item be moved on to the City
Council in order that the striping project could be implemented expeditiously, advising
that if the HOA recommended any changes or were opposed to the recommendation,
staff would bring the item back to the Public/Traffic Safety Commission; and relayed that
it was the Commission's prerogative to determine whether or not to continue this item.
For Commissioner Wedel, Mr. LaMarca concurred with Director of Public Works Hughes
that it would be advantageous for the residents if this striping project could be
implemented without coming back to the Public/Traffic Safety Commission if the HOA
endorsed the recommendation.
In response to Chairman Connerton, Director of Public Works Hughes confirmed that the
location for the test site had not yet been determined, in response, Chairman Connerton
opined that the Public/Traffic Safety Commission may have a different opinion as to
where the test area should be, advising that unless staff was going to stripe Promenade
Chardonnay Hills from La Serena to Rancho California Road he could not support
moving forward without the Commission being aware of the specific area. In response,
Director of Public Works Hughes advised that staff would opt to implement the striping in
an area, which was determined likely to benefit from the implementation, while
reiterating that it was the prerogative of the Public/Traffic Safety Commission whether or
not this item be continued.
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Commissioner Wedel concurred with moving the item forward for HOA endorsement
subject to the Public/Traffic Safety Commission being updated next month.
Commissioner Katan, echoed by Commissioners Ramos and Lanier, concurred with
moving the item forward to the HOA and that the item not be continued in order to
expedite the process.
MOTION: Commissioner Katan moved to have the Chardonnay Hills HOA review the
recommendation to implement the street striping pattern in a test area on Promenade
Chardonnay Hills, that after HOA endorsement, that Director of Public Works Hughes
and an HOA representative meet to determine a test area which would be agreeable to
the HOA, and that as soon as there were results available regarding the test sites that
that information be provided to the Public/Traffic Safety Commission. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner Lanier and voice vote reflected unanimous approval.
5. Temecula Citizen Corps Program
RECOMMENDATION:
5.1
That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission appoint one Public/Traffic
Safety Commissioner to assist each Temecula Citizen Corps area, and
appoint the Public/Traffic Safety Commission Chairman to oversee all
areas.
At the request of the Commisson, Police Chief Domenoe advised as follows:
That as a representative from the Public/Traffic Safety Commission,
Commissioners would be notified and invited to attend meetings of the Temecula
Citizen Corps.
That as the Citizen Corps is in its formative stage, a calendar has yet to be
established.
That the Police Department will oversee the program but the volunteers will be
the backbone of the organization.
· That the support of the Commission is key to the success of the program.
At the request of Chairman Connerton, Public Works Director Hughes provided a list of
Citizen Corps training sessions and their dates and times; and Chairman Connerton
invited the members of the Commission to mark their calendars and attend the training
sessions.
Chairman Connerton then assigned an area of the Citizen Corps Program to each of the
Commissioners, as follows:
Area #1:
Area #2:
Area #3:
Area fi, N:
Commissioner Ramos
Commissioner Wedel
Vice Chairman Katan
Commissioner Lanier
MOTION: Commissioner Ramos moved to appoint one public/Traffic Safety
Commissioner to assist each Temecula Citizen Corps area. The motion was seconded
by Commissioner Wedel and voice vote reflected unanimous approval.
Councilmember Pratt advised that he was elected primarily on the issue of traffic
conditions in Temecula; that he had been involved in traffic issues since 1989.
Councilmember Pratt advised that he supported the Citizen Corps and commented that
this is a major step on the road to making Temecula a safe traffic city and model for
Southwest Riverside County.
MOTION: Commissioner Lanier moved to appoint the Chairman of the Public/Traffic
Safety Commission to oversea all areas of the Citizen Corps. The motion was seconded
by Commissioner Wedel and voice vote reflected unanimous approval.
TRAFFIC ENGINEER'S REPORT
There were no further comments made.
POLICE CHIEF'S REPORT
Chairman Connerton requested that the Public/Traffic Safety Commission be
notified of upcoming meetings of the Citizen Corps.
Commissioner Katan requested that the Public/Traffic Safety Commission
recognize the police officers responsible for the outstanding record of DUI
arrests.
Chairman Connerton requested that a list of traffic accidents and their type be
provided to the Public/Traffic Safety Commission. Senior Engineer Moghadam
advised that the reports compiled by the Public Works Department are provided
to the Commission on a quarterly basis.
FIRE CHIEF'S REPORT
A new Inspector for the Fire Prevention Bureau has been appointed and will be
introduced at next month's meeting. ,
Along with a staff member, attended the California Fire Prevention Officers'
Conference. At a future meeting, the Fire Department will update the
Public/Traffic Safety Commission on its plans for public education using materials
obtained from the conference.
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Along with several staff members, attended the Fire House World Conference
last week. The conference provided an abundance of information as well as
equipment demonstrations.
Assisting with the development of the Fire Department's portion of the City's
website is an employee that is currently on light duty as a result of a work-related
injury. A PowerPoint presentation of the department's section of the website is
tentatively pl.anned for the next Commission meeting.
Last week, the first organizational meeting was held with other City departments
regarding the Reverse 911 System. As the system is put into place, the
Commission will be updated.
Recently acquired paramedic units have enhanced the department's ability to
serve the citizens of Temecula and Fire Battalion Chief McBride Invited the
Commission to stop by and see the equipment in the City Hall parking lot on their
way out.
COMMISSION REPORTS
Commissioner Wedel commended the City's paramedic units for their high level
of care and training.
Commissioner Ramos suggesting inviting Sergeant Loman to the next
Public/Traffic Safety Commission Meeting in order to recognize him for his duties
as the liaison officer for the Police Department.
Commissioner Ramos was encouraged and impressed with the turnout of the
community at the Citizen Corps meeting that he attended last month, and added
that he was excited about its organization and would support the program.
Commissioner Lanier thanked the Police and Fire Departments for their
assistance at the smoothly run Rod Run Event that was recently held.
Commissioner Lanier commented on a recent article from the San Dieqo Union
entitled, "Encinitas is Having a Workshop Aimed at Slowing Neighborhood Cars."
Commissioner Lanier explained that the City of Encinitas has invited a Florida-
based street-design organization to conduct several workshops involving its
citizens in developing solutions, and then ranking those solutions, in their
respective neighorborhoods. The objective is to develop a plan to address the
issue within the next four to six months.
Chairman Connerton commented that he was very impressed with the turnout at
the Citizens Corps meetings that he has attended, as well as the quality of the
people in attendance and Fire and Police Department staff that are involved in
the program's development.
Chairman Connerton suggested that the members of the Commission participate
in the writing of articles pertaining to traffic and safety issues that would be
published in a local newspaper perhaps weekly or bi-monthly; and, further, he
requested that members bring a list of suggested topics for the articles to the
next meeting of the Public/Traffic Safety Commission. Chairman Connerton's
objective would be to elicit more input from the citizens of Temecula.
Regarding the issue of red-light cameras, Chairman Connerton requested a
timeframe for when the report would be submitted to the Public/Traffic Safety
Commission. Public Works Director Hughes advised Chairman Connerton that
staff had completed the requested report; however, due to issues of litigation, the
item was tabled. With the Chairman's request, Public Works Director Hughes
would keep the Commission apprised as to when the issue would be
readdressed.
ADJOURNMENT
At 7:49 P.M. Chairman Connerton formally adjourned this meeting to Thursday, March
27, 2003 at 6:00 P.M., in the City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive,
Temecula.
Chairman Darrell L. Connerton
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
April 24, 2003
Item 2
Tri Tunnel Express
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission receive and file the report.
BACKGROUND:
At the meeting of December 12, 2002, Public/Traffic Safety Commissioner Katan requested that staff arrange a
presentation regarding the tunnel being proposed between Riverside and Orange Counties. The proposed
tunnel would carry automobiles, trucks, high-speed rail transit, water, high voltage transmission, fiber optics
and crude oil between the two counties.
Mr. Bill Vardoulis, President, BV Engineering will provide a presentation regarding the status and scope of the
project.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.
Attachment:
1. Exhibit "A" - Resume and Newsletter
BILL VARDOULIS
President and Chief Executive Officer
BV Engineering
Bill Vardoulis has a 30-year record of extensive public and private service to Orange County
including terms as mayor and council member of the City of Irvine, director of the County
Sanitation District, member of the Orange County Transportation Commission, president of the
Irvine Chamber of Commeme, member of the Building Industry Association board of directors,
and numerous other affiliations with both public and private agencies and organizations. Mr.
Vardoulis has developed productive working relationships with major local and state agencies
and is actively involved as project manager/director of special projects.
Mr. Vardoulis' involvement with transportation issues began in 1975 as a member of the
Southeast Orange County Circulation Study team that identified the San Joaquin Hills
Transportation Corridor and in 1977, the Northeast Orange County Circulation Study team that
introduced the Eastern Transportation Corridor. He was instrumental in the formation of the
Joint Powers Authority that developed financing of the three toll roads built by the Orange
County Transportation Corddor agencies. He has chaired the Transpor[ation Committee of the
Building Industry Association for more than 15 years.
Pdor to founding BV Engineering, Mr. Vardoulis was president of Chumh Engineering, Inc., and
(following its acquisition) president of Post, Buckley, $chuh & Jemigan - West, with offices in
California, Nevada and Utah. These firms have designed numerous roads and transitways,
many under the direction of Mr. Vardoulis.
Education
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, LONG BEACH -M.B.A.
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA - M.S., Mechanical Engineering
UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH - B.S., Mechanical Engineering
Professional Registrations/Affiliations
Former mayor and city council member, City of Irvine
Board member, Building Industry Association (BIA)
Chairman, BIA Transportation Committee
Board member, Irvine Chamber of Commerce (past president)
Board member, Irvine Transportation Authority
Member, American Society of Military Engineers
Former commissioner, Orange County Transportation Commission
Former director, County Sanitation Districts of Orange County
Former commissioner, Irvine Transportation Commission
VOL. I No. 1 FALL/WINTER 2002
Official newsletter of the TriTunnel Express'
published by ROC-Link, Inc, Iwine, CA
TriTunnel Express"
A project of ROC-Link, Inc. a non-profit
California Corporation, advocating a multi-
purpose tunnel between central Orange
County and west central Riverside County,
to carry automobiles, trucks (carried on
rails), high-speed rail transit, water (from
Lake Matthews), high voltage transmission,
fiber optics, and aude oil.
The company's purpose is also to
conduct technical environmental, traffic, air
qual'~ and habitat intrusion analyse~
Technical analyses include research of
current tunnel technology and design,
preliminary design of connections at each
end of the tunnel financial analyses, and
agreements for various user leases.
This organization is formed to establish
the feasibility of the tunnel concept and if
feasible, a new phase of work will be
identified, but not specifically undertaken
as part of this non-profit corpor~on.
Bill Vardoulis, President
ROC-Link, Inc.
One Corporate Park · Suite 101
Tel 949-852-0517 · Fax 949-852-9582
Ml'unnel Express'" Steering Group
Jen~ Amante
President~ I~ne Chamber of Commerce
Phil Anthony
Director, OC Water Dis~c~
Wes Bannister
Private Insurance
Brett P. Bad,re
Director, Munidpal Water Distric~ OC
Pater Edalat
SigMedica, Inc.
Ken Hansen
IMne Planning Commissioner
Jim Hawkins
Pres., sintelligent
Tom R. Jerele, Sr.
Consultant
Tom Kenny
President-Ele~ Corona Chamber of Com.
Tony Korba
Businessman
Frank Michelena
Consultant
Eugene Montanez
Corona Planning Commissioner
John Moodach
OC County T~easurer-Tax Collector
Anne Sturm ·
TeamWay Marke'dng
Tom Wilck
Public Alfai~s Consultant
William Woolett Jr.
CKy Manager, Aliso Viejo
Mu.nicipal Water Dist_rict of Orange County Endorses
Multipurpose Tunnel
On October 2, 2002, by unanimous vote of the seven member Board of Direc-
tors, the Municipal Water District of Orange County (MWDOC) endorsed the
multi-purpose tunnel through the Santa Ana Mountains between Riverside and
Orange Counties.
MWDOC is the water planning and management agency for all of Orange
County and the first government agency to endorse the proposed Tri-Tunnel
ExpressTM. The agency is urging the Orange County Transportation Commission,
the Riverside Transportation Commission, and the Metropolitan Water District of
Southern California to join in this endorsement.
The Tri-Tunnel ExpressTM not only delivers up to 1,200 cubic feet per second
of potable water to Orange County, but can carry upwards of 150,00 cars and
trucks per day, a high speed rail system, and other utilities. Construction cost
would primarily be covered by the users, with little or no government cost.
Finally, through exhaust filtration and scrubbing, there will be very little pollut-
ants entering the atmosphere.
M/haYs the Need?
Congestion on SR-91 and safety
problems on Ortega Highway (SRo74)
have grown over the years to unman-
ageable levels. Toll lanes on SR-91
and other improvements have merely
been short-term solutions for these
traffic jams. Recent improvements to
SR-71 and new toll roads in Orange
County (SR-241) both are feeding
more traffic into SR-91. Plus, the
renewed housing boom in Corona,
Norco, Chino Hills and Anaheim Hills
areas, and along the 1-15 corridor
north and south of SR-91, have only
worsened the situation.
Freight and utilities (such as
water, electricity, gas, oil, and fiber
optics) also have a growing need for
facilities connecting the two counties.
Truck traffic will grow even faster than
commuter traffic in the area.
Finally, the development of airports at
Ontario and March AFB will require
good ground access in order for them
to be effective. Both freight and
people will have to have time-
predictable ways of getting to these
facilities.
Freeways Cost BillionS!
Ideas about increasing the capacity
between the two counties have been
studied for years. These have included
widening SR-91 through Corona and
the Santa Ana Canyon, extending the
toll lanes eastward toward 1-15,
building new highways over the
mountains through the Cleveland
National Forest, constructing direct
connections between the SR-91 lanes
and SR-241 toll road and between the
SR-71 and SR-241, constructing a
southerly bypass around Corona, and
even double-decking the SR-91
Th xpressmn
Traffic Rate Doubles
Vehicles going from Orange County to
Riverside and San Bernardino coun-
ties are expected to double from
230,000 cars a day to 450,000 cars a
day by 2010.
In addition the job growth in
Orange County and the housing
demand in the Inland Empire will
greatly increase congestion. Housing
experts predict Riverside County will
need 95,000 new housing units to
accommodate its explosive growth!
Engineers are studying three
major corridors through the Cleveland
National Forest. One is a route from
Cajalco Road in Corona to the Foothill
(241) Toll Road; a route from Lake
Elsinore to San Juan Capistrano near
the Ortega Highway; a route from
Temecula to San Clemente. Officials
said only one alignment would be
chosen.
A New Road a Boon
for Business
Riverside County officials state that
1.5 million additional people are
expected to be living in Riverside
County by 2020.
Talk of a new freeway connecting
Riverside and Orange counties
through a tunnel has progressed from
"no way~ to "let's talk about it,"
officials on both sides of the county
line are now saying.
The economic development of
the region could be stifled without an
alternative to the Highway 91 conges-
tion-presently the only freeway
connecting the two counties. GrJdlock
must be relieved with a new highway
alternative to the 91.
Trucks currently comprise
over 10~o of trips
on the 91 Freeway
(30,000 trucks per day).
By the year2020,
truck trips will double
to 60,000 per day.
No Roads, No lobs
The Inland Empire (Riverside & San
8ernardino Counties) needs two
things - roads and air access for
passengers and cargo. The urgent
need is to get to market goods and
services that are produced in the
Inland Empire.
As growth continues to pour
more traffic onto the region's roads,
the alternative to Highway 91 is a
must-do study for elected
officials.
The idea of a new
freeway is finally getting
more support from
various officials. Now, the
discussion is moving from
whether a new corridor is
needed to what path it
should take. Some say a
new freeway is needed
even if Highway 91 is
widened.
A new freeway would
provide shorter and faster
access to Riverside County's
less-expensive housing.
Reports show the median-priced
home in Orange County is now out of
reach of 75 percent of prospective
home buyers. Employers' salary costs
continue to rise as the availability of
qualified employees continues to
decline.
There is growing support for the
TriTunnel ExpressTM alternative align-
ment among Orange County's busi-
ness community.
The BIG Traffic Crisis
is Just Ahead
There is a real need to provide a
viable connection between Interstate
15 in Riverside and State Highway
241 in Orange County near Irvine to
facilitate the increasing traffic move-
ment between the two counties
while minimizing environmental
impacts.
Ideas about increasing the capacity
between the two counties have been
studied for years, and now the
urgency is on top of us. These have
included:
(1) Widening SR-91 through
Corona and the Santa Ana Canyon
and extending the toll lanes eastward
toward I-15;
(2) Building new highways over
the mountains through the Cleveland
National Forest;
(3) Constructing direct connections
between the SR-91 lanes and SR-241
toll road and between the SR-71 and
SR-241;
(4) Constructing a southerly bypass
around Corona; and even
(5) Double-decking the SR-91
Freeway.
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"Our economies ore depending on
movement between the two coun-
ties. Economicnlly, it (the corridor)
is vitol to our future.~
John Tavaglione
However, difficulties, including
mountainous terrain, sensitive envi-
ronmental areas, and commercial and
residential development in close
proximity to the existing highways
have made these ideas very expensive
and environmentally unacceptable.
Metro[ink (commuter trains) has
helped, but not enough. Future
concepts like high speed trains and
maglev systems have been studied,
but alone may not solve traffic
problems in this corridor.
Planners estimate construction
on four proposed Western Riverside
County corridors at $2.2 billion from
Lake Elsinore-to-Orange County
connection, and $250 million to link
Temecula and Beaumont.
Currently 250,000 cars
squeeze through the 91
artery that connects OC and
the Inland Empire-a number
expected to hit 400,000
by 2010!
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Why a tunnel?
Our preliminary analysis shows that it
would be far less expensive than
widening existing freeways or building
a road over the mountains.
It would NOT displace
existing homes or
businesses. It would link
to freeways with
available capacity so
that you can continue
your journey at
reasonable speeds.
The project, once
funded and backed by
the political establish-
ment (local, county,
state, and federal) could
be completed in fewer
than five years.
Finally, it would have
almost none of the environmental
impacts associated with the other
alternatives. It even has fewer impacts
than living with the existing situation.
Environmentally Better
Most important-the tunnel would
have almost none of the environmen-
tal impacts associated with the other
above ground alternatives. It even has
fewer impacts on the environment
than living with the existing congested
situation.
High Power Transmission Lines
Could Go Through The Tunnel
Them is a probability that the pro-
posed three vehicle and truck tunnels
will be pigsybacked with other uses,
such as water and oil pipelines under
the roadways, and even carry the
needed 500,O00-volt power transmis-
sion lines. The tunnel would provide
an alternate route for these high
power lines from going over the
Cleveland National Forest, and endan-
gering the sensitive wildlife environ-
ment.
Who would build it?
A consortium of private engineering
and construction firms would design
and build the tunnels. Connector
roads could be a combination of
private and pubic investments,
depending on the final configuration.
Why this route?
The TriTunnel ExpressTM route currently
under consideration from I-! 5/Cajalco
to SR-241/SR-133 is one that would:
· Provide the most relief to SR-91
· Be attractive to needed utilities
· Connect to freeways that have
ample capadty
· Have the fewest environmental
impacts
· 8e financed privately
How much would it
cost?
Current estimates are in the range of
$3.0 to $3.5 billion. This would cover
three large tunnels and connecting
stairways at 1,000-foot intervals. If,
however, costs grow to much higher
levels, there will be no impact on the
taxpayer. Simply put, if it can't pay for
itself through user fees, it won't be
built.
What about safety:
earthquakes and
ventilation?
Preliminary designs include state-of-
the-art safety features, earthquake
sensing and design elements, and
ventilation. The use of electric truck
trains and ventilation scrubbing
equipment will assure far cleaner air.
Options being considered are to
have all vehicles (autos and trucks)
conveyed or pulled through the
tunnels with engines off. The trade-off
is the cost of the conveyor system
versus the cost of ventilation, filtering
the air, and estimated cost impacts of
potential in-tunnel accidents.
h ress on
The Riverside to
Orange County Link
The TriTunnel Express*"*' system would
start just west of the 1-15 and Cajalco
Road in Riverside County and extend
through the Santa ^na Mountains to
the interchange of SR-24! (toll road)
and SR-133 in Orange County.
Moving People and Services
The tunnel length would be
between 7 and 10 miles. Because of
the need for moving people, goods
and utilities, the proposed project
would consist of three 40-foot
diameter tunnels. The project corn-
c£EAN V~AY, DIRECT~WAY
prises three side-by-side vented
tunnels. Two tunnels will accommo-
date one-way passenger vehicles and
multiple utility company transmission
conduits. The third tunnel would
provide for commercial vehicle
passage and high speed light rail
service together with a major water
transmission conduit, fiber optics and
phone lines.
Emergency exit stairwells would
provide access to all tunnels. Ventila-
tion stations along the route would
circulate fresh air throughout the
tunnel system, ooo
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CALIFORNIA
ORANGE COUNTY EDITION
cc Thursday, December 26, 2002
VI 8I ON: Bil~ Vardoults want~ a direct route under the ~anta Aha
Mou,~tains az an alternative to Riverside Freeway congeztion.
He Tunnels Feverishly
Toward a Traffic Solution
On his own, engineer
with a political resume
gets Orange-Riverside
county plan noticed.
ByDAN WE~X~
Bill Vardoulis of Corona del
Mar l~eely admlts he suffers from
an acute case of tunnel vision.
For three years, the 64-year-old
mechanical engineer, former Ir-
vine mayor and transportation
wonk has exhausted his spare
time on a crusade to ~.~oild the
longest subterranean highw~r in
the United Statea
On paper, the $3.5 -b~lion tun-
nel complex -- with room for
trains, trucks, cars and utilities
-- runs for about 10 miles under
the rugged Cleveland National
Forest. The tollway would pro-
vide a second major link between
Orange and Riverside counties,
two fast-growing neighbors
struggling to improve the
chronically congested ll~eway
that connects them.
As Vardoulis sees it, d~gglngis
the only way out. Traffic, he says,
will eventuolly overwhelm the
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"LOS ANGELES TIMES ' CALIFORNL~
He Tunnels for Commuting Future
'Viable Project'
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ITEM NO. 3
AGENDA REPORT
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
Public/Traffic Safety Commission
~--~li Moghadam, P.E., Engineer,
Senior
Traffic
April 24, 2003
Item 3
Engineering and Traffic Survey- Various Locations
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission recommend that the City Council adopt an Ordinance establishing
the recommended speed limits as specified in Exhibit "B".
BACKGROUND:
In July 2000, the City Council amended Section 10.28.01 (d) of the Temecula Municipal Code, which updated
the prima facie speed limits on certain streets throughout the City. At that time, Pechanga Parkway (known
then as Pala Road) and Rainbow Canyon Road were not surveyed because of the roadway construction in the
area. The roadway improvements on Pechanga Parkway, including the installation of three (3) additional
traffic signals, necessitate a new Engineering and Traffic Survey to reaffirm or modify the posted speed limit.
In addition to the two (2) roadways, staff identified five (5) other new roadways that required an Engineering
and Traffic Survey to establish an enforceable speed limit. An Engineering and Traffic Survey has been
performed to update and establish speed limits on all seven (7) roadways. The public has been notified of the
Public/Traffic Safety Commission's consideration of this matter through the agenda notification process.
As required by the California Vehicle Code (CVC), the Engineering and Traffic Survey performed included a
survey of vehicular speeds, review of the accident history and roadway conditions not readily apparent to
drivers. The table below summarizes the Engineering and Traffic Survey results as shown on Exhibit "B".
Recommended
85th Percentile Posted Speed Speed Limit
Roadway Segment Speed MPH Limit MPH MPH
Pechanga Parkway:
State Route 79 to Rainbow Canyon Road 42 35 40
Rainbow Canyon Road to Loma Linda Road 52 35/50 50
Loma Linda Road to Wolf Valley Road 54 50 50
Wolf Valley Road to South City Limits 43 50 40
Rainbow Canyon Road:
Pechanga Parkway to Bayhill Drive 42 40 40
Bayhill Drive to South City Limits 42 40 40
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Recommended
85tb Percentile Posted Speed Speed Limit
Roadway Segment Speed MPH Limit MPH MPH
Avenida Dc Missioncs:
State Route 79 to Via Rio Temecula 37 25 35
Via Rio Tcmecula:
Avcnida Dc Missioncs to Redhawk Parkway 44 25 40
Country Glen Way:
State Route 79 to Via Rio Tcmccula 35 Not Posted 35
Diaz Road
Winchester Road to Dendy Parkway 48 Not Posted 45
Winchester Road
Diaz Road to Callc Empleado
Calle Empleado to Dendy Parkway 50 Not Posted 45
48 Not Posted 45
As shown in the table, the Engineering and Traffic Survey indicates the 85t~ percentile speed increased at two
(2) locations along Pechanga Parkway. This increase could be attributed to the addition of travel lanes and
increase in roadway width, which have reduced congestion and increased vehicular speed. In conformance
with the CVC, an increase in the posted speed limit is being recommended at these locations.
The survey also indicates that the 85th percentile speed decreased on Pechanga Parkway south of Wolf Valley
Road due to the installation of a new traffic signal control and increased vehicular volume. In conformance
with the CVC, a decrease in the posted speed limit is being recommended at this location.
The survey also indicates that an increase in the posted speed limit is necessary on Avenida De Missiones and
Via Rio Temecula. Although these roadways are currently posted at 25 MPH, this speed limit was not
established by an Engineering and Traffic Survey. Moreover, the roadways do not satisfy the criteria for a
prima facie residential or business district.
Based on the results of the Engineering and Traffic Surveys, staffrecommends approval of the speed limits as
specified above and in Exhibit "B".
~SCALIMPACT:
Funds are available for signing and pavement markings in the Public Works Routine Street Maintenance
Account.
Attachment:
1. Exhibit "A"-Location Map
2. Exhibit "B" - Engineering and Traffic Survey - Summary of Recommendations
EXHIBIT "A"
LOCATION MAP
City of Temecula
February 20, 2003
Highways
Streets
C~ty
This map was made by the City of Temecula
Geographic Information System (GIS).
EXHIBIT "B"
ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC SURVEY
SUMMARY. OF RECOMMENDATIONS
ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC SURVEY (CVC SECTION 627)
Street: Pechanga Parkway between State Route 79 and Rainbow Canyon Road
Year of Survey: 2003
PART I: PREVAILING SPEED MEASUREMENT
Date of Survey March 13, 2003
50t~ Percentile I 85th Percentile 36 MPH I 42 MPH I
10 mph pace (% of vehicles) 32 TO 41 MPH (67%)
Posted Speed Limit 35 MPH
PART II: ACCIDENT RECORDS
Time Period Covered January 1,2001 - January 31, 2002
Number of Intersection 2
Accidents Mid-Block 1
Mid-Block Accident Rates per
Million Vehicle Miles 0.32/MVM
Expected Mid-Block Accident Rate 3.50/MVM
PART III: HIGHWAY TRAFFIC AND ROADSIDE CHARACTERISTICS NC
Date of Observation March 26, 2003
Highway: Geometfics, access Signalized intersection at SR 79 and
(driveways, intersections, other) Rainbow Canyon Road
Traffic: Pedestrians, on-street parldng
turnover, school crossings Not Applicable
Roadside: Land uses not apparent
(park, school, etc...) other conditions Not Applicable I
PART IV: ADDITIONAL REMARKS
I RECOMMENDED SPEED
40 MPH
ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC SURVEY (CVC SECTION 627)
Street: Pechanga Parkway between Rainbow Canyon Road and Loma Linda Road
Year of Survey: 2003
PART I: PREVAILING SPEED MEASUREMENT
Date of Survey March 13, 2003
50t~ Percentile I 85th Percentile 48 MPH I 52 MPH
10 mph pace (% of vehicles) 44 TO 53 MPH (75%)
Posted Speed Limit 35 MPH and 50 MPH
PART II: ACCIDENT RECORD
Time Period Covered January 1, 2001 - January 31, 2002
Number of Intersection 7
Accidents Mid-Block 1
Mid-Block Accident Rates per
Million Vehicle Miles 0.13/MVM
Expected Mid-Block Accident Rate 3.50/MVM
PART IH: HIGHWAY TRAFFIC AND ROADSDE CHARACTERI
Date of Observation March 26, 2003
Highway: Geometr/cs, access Numerous intersections with left-mm
(driveways, intersections, other) access provided by left-mm pocket;
signalized intersection at Rainbow
Canyon Rd. and Loma Linda Rd.
Traffic: Pedestrians, on-street parking
turnover, school crossings Not Applicable
Roadside: Land uses not apparent
(park, school, etc...) other conditions Not Applicable
PART IV: ADDITIONAL REMARKS
RECOMMENDED SPEED
50 MPIt
ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC SURVEY (CVC SECTION 627)
Street: Pechanga Parkway between Loma Linda Road and Wolf Valley Road
Year of Survey: 2003
PART I: PREVAILING SPEED MEASUREMENT
Date of Survey March 13, 2003
50t~ Percentile I 85t~ Percentile 50 MPH I 54 MPH I
10 mph pace (% of vehicles) 48 TO 57 MPH (65%)
Posted Speed Limit 50 MPH
PART II: ACCIDENT RECORD;
Time Period Covered January 1, 2001 - January 31, 2002
Number of Intersection 6
Accidents Mid-Block 0
Mid-Block Accident Rates per
Million Vehicle Miles 0
Expected Mid-Block Accident Rate 3.50/MVM
PART III: HIGHWAY, TRAFFIC AND ROADSIDE CHARACTERISTI~
Date of Observation March 26, 2003
Highway: Geometrics, access Numerous intersections with left-turn
(driveways, intersections, other) access provided by left-turn pocket;
signalized intersection at Loma Linda
Rd. and Wolf Valley Rd.
Traffic: Pedestrians, on-street parking
turnover, school crossings Not Applicable
Roadside: Land uses not apparent
(park, school, etc...) other conditions Not Applicable
PART IV: ADDITIONAL REMARKS
I RECOMMENDED SPEED
50 MPH
ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC SURVEY (CVC SECTION 627)
Street: Pechanga Parkway between Wolf Valley Road and South City Limits
Year of Survey: 2003
PART I: PREVAILING SPEED MEASUREMENT
Date of Survey March 13, 2003
50m Percentile [ 85t~ Percent/lc 38 MPH [ 43 MPH
10 mph pace (% of vehicles) 32 TO 41 MPH (61%)
Posted Speed Limit 50 MPH
PART 1I: ACCIDENT RECORD:
Time Period Covered January 1,2001 - January 31, 2002
Number of Intersection 0
Accidents Mid-Block 0
Mid-Block Accident Rates per
Million Vehicle Miles 0
Expected Mid-Block Accident Rate 3.50/MVM
PART iii: HIGHWAY TRAFFIC AND ROADSIDE CHARACTERISTI,
Date of Observation March 26, 2003
Highway: Geometrics, access Several driveways, signalized
(driveways, intersections, other) intersections at Wolf Valley Rd.,
Pechanga Casino Dwy. (N) and
Pechanga Casino Dwy. (S)
Traffic: Pedesthans, on-street parking
turnover, school crossings Not Applicable
Roadside: Land uses not apparent
(park, school, etc...) other conditions Not Applicable
PART IV: ADDITIONAL REMARKS
I RECOMMENDED SPEED
40 MPH
ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC SURVEY (CVC SECTION 627)
Street: Rainbow Canyon Road between Pechanga Parkway and Bayhill Drive
Year of Survey: 2003
PART h PREVAILING SPEED MEASUREMENT
Date of Survey March 12, 2003
50TM Percentile [ 85t~ Percentile 38 MPH [ 42 MPH I
10 mph pace (% of vehicles) 32 TO 41 MPH (72%)
Posted Speed Limit 40 MPH
PART H: ACCIDENT RECORDS
Time Period Covered January 1,2001 - January 31, 2002
Number of Intersection 0
Accidents Mid-Block 0
Mid-Block Accident Rates per
Million Vehicle Miles 0
Expected Mid-Block Accident Rate 1.80/MVM
PART III: HIGHWAY TRAFFIC AND ROADSIDE CHARACTERISTI(
Date of Observation March 26, 2003
Highway: Genmetrics, access Numerous intersections and signalized
(driveways, intersections, other) intersection at Rainbow Canyon Rd.
Traffic: Pedestrians, on-street parking
turnover, school crossings Not Applicable
Roadside: Land uses not apparent Single family land uses with direct
(park, school, etc...) other conditions access located on east side of street
PART IV: ADDITIONAL REMARKS
RECOMMENDED SPEED 40 MPH
ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC SURVEY (CVC SECTION 627)
Street: Rainbow Canyon Road between Bayhill Drive and South City Limits
Year of Survey: 2003
PART I: PREVAILING SPEED MEASUREMENT
Date of Survey March 12, 2003
50t~ Percentile I 85TM Percentile 39 MPH I 42 MPH
10 mph pace (% of vehicles) 35 TO 44 MPH (77%)
Posted Speed Limit 40 MPH
PART II: ACCIDENT RECORDS
Time Period Covered January 1,2001 -Janmry 31, 2002
Number of Intersection 0
Accidents Mid-Block 2
Mid-Block Accident Rates per
Million Vehicle Miles 0.73/MVM
Expected Mid-Block Accident Rate 1.80/MVM
PART HI: HIGHWAY, TRAFFIC AND ROADSIDE CHARACTERISTICS NOT
Date of Observation March 26, 2003
Highway: Geometries, access Several driveways, numerous curves
(driveways, intersections, other) and limited visibility due to horizontal
and vertical alignment of the roadway
Traffic: Pedestrians, on-street parking Golf cart crossing on Rainbow Canyon
turnover, school crossings Rd. for Temecula Creek Inn Golf
Course
Roadside: Land uses not apparent Golf course located adjacent to
(park, school, etc...) other conditions roadway
PART IV: ADDITIONAL REMARKS
RECOMMENDED SPEED 40 MPH
ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC SURVEY (CVC SECTION 627)
Street: Avenida De Missiones between State Route 79 and Via Rio Temecula
Year of Survey: 2003
PART I: PREVAILING SPEED MEASUREMENT
Date of Survey March 11, 2003
50t~ Percentile 185t Percentile 31 MPH I 37 MPH
10 mph pace (% of vehicles) 24 TO 33 MPH (68%)
Posted Speed Limit 25 MPH
PART II: ACCIDENT RECORD
Time Period Covered January 1,2001 -January 31, 2002
Number of Intersection 1
Accidents Mid-Block 0
Mid-Block Accident Rates per
Million Vehicle Miles 0
Expected Mid-Block Accident Rate 1.90/MVM
PART III: HIGHWAY TRAFFIC AND ROADSIDE CHARACTERISTI.
Date of Observation March 11, 2003 r~u~m x ArrAlte, N 1
Highway: Geometrics, access Access to residential development;
(driveways, intersections, other) Stop controls on Avenida De
Missiones at both ends of the segment
Traffic: Pedestrians, on-street parking
turnover, school crossings On-Street Parking allowed.
Roadside: Land uses not apparent
(park, school, etc...) other conditions Not Applicable
PART IV: ADDITIONAL REMARKS
RECOMMENDED SPEED 35 MPH
ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC SURVEY (CVC SECTION 627)
Street: Via Rio Temecula between Avenida De Missiones and Redhawk Parkway
Year of Survey: 2003
PART I: PREVAILING SPEED MEASUREMENT
Date of Survey August 29, 2002
50t~ Percentile. [ 85t~ Percentile 38 MPH [ 44 MPH
10 mph pace (% of vehicles) 36 TO 45 MPH (62%)
Posted Speed Limit 25
PART II: ACCIDENT RECORDS
Time Period Covered January 1,2001 -January 31, 2002
Number of Intersection 0
Accidents Mid-Block 0
Mid-Block Accident Rates per
Million Vehicle Miles 0
Expected Mid-Block Accident Rate 1.90/MVM
PART 1II: HIGHWAY, TRAFFIC AND ROADSIDE CHARACTERISTICS
Date of Observation March 11, 2003
Highway: Geometrics, access
(driveways, intersections, other) Not Applicable
Traffic: Pedestrians, on-street parking
turnover, school crossings On-Street Parking allowed.
Roadside: Land uses not apparent
(park, school, etc...) other conditions Not Applicable
PART IV: ADDITIONAL REMARKS
RECOMMENDED SPEED 40 MPH
ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC SURVEY (CVC SECTION 627)
Street: Country Glen Way between State Route 79 and Via Rio Temecula
Year of Survey: 2003
PART I: PREVAILING SPEED MEASUREMENT
Date of Survey March 11, 2003
50TM Percentile I 85th Percentile 30 MPH [ 35 MPH I
10 mph pace (% of vehicles) 25 TO 34 MPH (72%)
Posted Speed Limit Not Posted
PART II: ACCDENT RECORD;
Time Period Covered January 1,2001 - January 31, 2002
Number of Intersection 4
Accidents Mid-Block 0
Mid-Block Accident Rates per
Million Vehicle Miles 0
Expected Mid-Block Accident Rate 1.90/MVM
PART III: HIGHWAY, TRAFFIC AND ROADSIDE CHARACTERISTICS NOT 1~
Date of Observation March 11, 2003
Highway: Geometrics, access Access to residential and commercial
(driveways, intersections, other) development; stop controls on Country
Glen Way at both ends of the segment
Traffic: Pedestrians, on-street parking
turnover, school crossings On-Street Parking allowed.
Roadside: Land uses not apparent
(park, school, etc...) other conditions Not Applicable
PART IV: ADDITIONAL REMARKS
RECOMMENDED SPEED 35 MPH
ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC SURVEY (CVC SECTION 626)
Street:
Diaz Road between Winchester Road and Dendy Parkway
Year of Survey: 2003
PART I: PREVAILiNG SPEED MEASUREMENT
Date of Survey April 15, 2003
50t~ Percentile } 85th Percentile 43 MPH [ 48 MPH I
10 mph pace (% o£vehicles) 38 TO 47 MPH (67.0%)
Posted Speed Limit Not Posted
PART II: ACCIDENT RECORDS
Time Period Covered January 1,2001 -January 31, 2002
Number of Intersection 4
Accidents Mid-Block 0
Mid-Block Accident Rates per
Million Vehicle Miles 0
Expected Mid-Block Accident Rate 1.90/MVM
PART III: HIGHWAY, TRAFFI~ AND ROADSIDE CHARACTERISTICS NOT READILY APPARENT
Date of Observation April 15, 2003
Highway: Geometrics, Numerous driveways and intersections
access(driveways, intersections, other) with let,-mm access, traffic signal
control at Winchester Road
Traffic: Pedesthans, on-street parking Not Applicable
turnover, school crossings
Roadside: Land uses not apparent Community park located at
(park, school, etc...) other conditions Winchester Road
PART IV: ADDITIONAL REMARKS
RECOMMENDED SPEED 45 MPH
ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC SURVEY (CVC SECTION 627)
Street:
Winchester Road between Calle Empleado and Dendy Parkway
Year of Survey: 2003
PART I: PREVAILING SPEED MEASUREMENT
Date of Survey April 15, 2003
50th Percentile I 85th Percentile 44 MPH I 48 MPH I
10 mph pace (% of vehicles) 40 TO 49 MPH (61.5%)
Posted Speed Limit Not Posted
PART II: ACCDENT RECORDS
Time Period Covered January 1,2001 - January 31, 2002
Number of Intersection 1
Accidents Mid-Block 1
Mid-Block Accident Rates per
Million Vehicle Miles 0.39/MVM
Expected Mid-Block Accident Rate 3.50/MVM
PART IH: HIGHWAY, TRAFFI~ AND ROADSIDE CHARACTERISTICS NOT READILY APPARENT
Date of Observation April 15, 2003
Highway: Geometrics, Numerous driveways and intersections
access(driveways, intersections, other) with left-mm access, all-way stop
controls at Remington Road
Traffic: Pedestrians, on-street parking Not Applicable
turnover, school crossings
Roadside: Land uses not apparent Not Applicable
(park, school, etc...) other conditions
PART IV: ADDITIONAL REMARKS
RECOMMENDED SPEED 45 MPH
ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC SURVEY (CVC SECTION 627)
Street:
Winchester Road between Diaz Road and Calle Empleado
Year of Survey: 2003
PART I: PREVAILiNG SPEED MEASUREMENT
Date of Survey April 15, 2003
50th Percentile [ 85th Percentile 42 MPH I 50 MPH
10 mph pace (% of vehicles) 38 TO 47 MPH (54%)
Posted Speed Limit Not Posted
PART H: ACCIDENT RECORDS
Time Period Covered January 1, 2001 - January 31, 2002
Number of Intersection 3
Accidents Mid-Block 1
Mid-Block Accident Rates per
Million Vehicle Miles 0.25/MVM
Expected Mid-Block Accident Rate 3.50/MVM
PART III: HIGHWAY, TRAFFIC AND ROADSIDE CHARACTERISTICS NOT READILY APPARENT
Date of Observation April 15, 2003
Highway: Geometries, Numerous driveways and intersections
access(driveways, intersections, other) with let~-turn access, traffic signal
controls at Diaz Road
Traffic: Pedestrians, on-street parking Not Applicable
turnover, school crossings
Roadside: Land uses not apparent Community park located at Diaz Road
(park, school, etc...) other conditions
PART iV: ADDITIONAL REMARKS
RECOMMENDED SPEED 45 MPH
ITEM NO. 4
TRAFFIC ENGINEER'S REPORT
APPROVAL
CITYATTORNEY
DIRECTOR OFFINANCE
ClTY MANAGER
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
CITY OF TEMECULA
AGENDA REPORT
City Manager/City Council
William G. Hughes, Director of Public Works/City Engineer
March 25, 2003
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 February, 2003.
MOACTRPT. FRM
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
Monthly Activity Report
February ! March 2003
Prepared By: Amer Attar
Submitted by: William G. Hughes
Date: March 25, 2003
PROJECTS UNDER cONSTRUCTION
1. 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. ACOE and RCFC are requesting
the relocation of the mitigation site to avoid conflict with the Murrieta Creek Improvement Project. A
letter was sent from the City to ACOE for possible alternate mitigation sites. The City received a
response from ACOE approving the relocation of mitigation site. Research is underway to acquire
property at an alternate site.
2. Community Theatre - Mercantile Seismic Retrofit
This project will create a community theatre at the old Mercantile building in downtown Temecula.
2H Construction began construction on Monday, September 16, 2002. The contractor completed the
parapet wall repairs at the north and south end of the building. Floor and roof framing shall begin the
last week in March.
3. Children's Museum
This project will construct a 7,500 square foot children's museum. The contract was awarded at the
September 17, 2002, City Council meeting to R.E. Fleming Construction. The contractor is
proceeding with completion of the new entry gazebo, porch railing and roof. The HVAC units have
been set and the contractor will be constructing screens for the visible units. Repair and retrofit of
the foundation system has begun with the demolition of the floor. The City entered into a separate
contract with 2H Construction to complete the repairs to the foundation. The foundation repair work
is expected to be completed by the middle of May 2003.
4. 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 project was awarded to R.J. Bullard Construction, Inc. at
the Council meeting held on February 25, 2003. A pre-construction meeting is scheduled for
Thursday, March 20, 2003. Construction is expected to begin the last week of March 2003. Work is
being coordinated with the Pechanga Parkway Phase II Improvements.
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PROJECTS BEING ADVERTISED FOR BIDS
1. Rancho California Road Bridge Widening Over Murrieta Creek
This project will widen Rancho California Road Bridge over Murrieta Creek to provide four additional
traffic lanes. The project is currently being advertised for construction bids. Bid opening is scheduled
for April 10. Construction is anticipated to begin in May with a completion of the work by early 2004.
PROJECTS IN DESIGN
1, Pechanga Parkway (Formerly Pala Road) Improvements - Phase II (SR 79 South to
Pechanga Road)
This project will widen Pechanga Parkway (formerly Pala Road) to its ultimate width from the
Pechanga Parkway Bridge to Pechanga mad. The City is currently working with Caltrans' Local
Assistance and Ci~s Environmental Consultant to expedite the environmental approval process.
The Preliminary Environmental Document Classification (NEPA) of the project has been determined
to be an "Environmental Assessment" (EA). Required technical studies (involving Federal action)
will be included in the EA. The Planning Department is finalizing the draft addendum (needed to
satisfy CEQA requirements) to the Wolf Creek EIR for street and storm drain improvements. The
addendum will be submitted to the public works department for review by Monday, March 24, 2003.
The City received 90% street plans and specifications from DMJM-Harris and staff is currently
reviewing them along with the utility companies.
This project will be divided into two stages. The first stage is to construct the storm drain triple box
culvert and the channel improvements north of Loma Linda. Construction of this stage is scheduled
for Fall 2003. The second stage will construct the remaining street improvements and drainage
structures. Construction of this stage will start once the first stage is completed.
2. 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 resoumes
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. The City's application was not among the approved ones.
The City will be resubmitting for the second round of funding approvals later this year. Construction
is delayed until Spring 2004, provided that the City receives funding. Utility services construction will
be coordinated with Pauba Road, Phase II Street Improvements.
3. Pauba Road Improvements - Phase II (Margarita Road to Showalter Road)
This project will widen Pauba Road from Sho,walter to just west of Margarita Road to its ultimate
width. The City has reviewed the 100% Design Plans submitted bythe consultant. Specifications
are under review. Plans were sent to all utilities and utility issues are being addressed.
.Environmental documents have been finalized by the City Planning Department and the public
comments period will begin next month. Work is being coordinated with the library project.
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4. John Warner 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. An agreement amendment was approved by City Council on
October 8, 2002. ERSC submitted a revised hydrology study with storm drain alternatives on
10/30/02. The City chose a preferred alternative and directed ERSC to prepare the final Storm
Drain plans and the Engineer's Cost Estimate. 60% design Documents ara being reviewed by the
City. Final Design documents are expected in April for City's review.
5. Landscaping and Sidewalk On SR 79 South (Front Street to Pechanga Parkway)
The project consists of the design and construction of new sidewalk, landscaping, and irrigation
along State Route 79 South between Pechanga Parkway and Old Town Front Street Review of 1st
plan submittal is complete. The Civil plans ara being revised and planting plans are being finalized.
The specifications are also being revised. We anticipate construction to begin in Summer 2003.
6. Temecula Sports Complex
A new 40+ Acres sports complex will be built at the corner of Pechanga Parkway and Deer Hollow
Way. The City Council approved the Conceptual Master Plan of the project and funding at the
January 14, 2003 meeting. RJM, the landscape architect, has begun preliminary design of the
complex, with the aerial topographic survey complete.
7. 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) delivered
the 100% Plans and the Engineer's Cost Estimate in early October. The Specifications are
complete. The request for authorization for construction funding was sent to Caltrans on 1/14/03.
Once Caltrans approval is received the project will go out to bid.
8. Fire Station - Wolf Creek Site
A fire station will be built at the Wolf Creek Site. The Plans have been approved with exception of
grading plans. We are waiting for the parcel to be recorded and an APN so an address can be
assigned and utility services finalized. The Developer was noticed of the need in March 2003.
9. Pavement Management System Update
The project will establish a pavement management program that will provide an on-going 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 submitted the final pavement study to the City and the project is
essentially complete. The consultant conducted three MicrePAVER training sessions for Public
Works staff.
10. Vail Ranch Park (Near Pauba Valley School) - Add Amenities
This project will add amenities, including play equipment, to the recently annexed Vail Ranch Park.
RHA Landscape Architects/Planners Inc. is the design firm. First submittal was made on May 3rd.
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The City reviewed these documents and returned them to the consultant for revisions. The City and
RHA met on 7/31/02 to discuss these comments and revisions are being made. Soil samples were
taken and results were provided to TCSD on 8/28/02. TCSD had a grading plan prepared by
Armstrong and Brooks and it was submitted in 12/02. The City reviewed the grading plan and the
consultant revised it per City's comments. The design documents are being finalized and will be
submitted late March/early April.
11. 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. Caltrans has given the City the
"Authorization to Proceed with Preliminary Engineering." The contract between the City and Kimley-
Horn and Associates, Inc. is going to the City Council for approval on March 25, 2003.
12. State Route 79 South Medians
Under this project medians will be constructed on State Route 79 South within the City of Temecula
limits. A Request For Proposal (RFP) was sent out to consultants during the week of November 4,
2002. We are currently determining median locations. We are also in scope and contract
negotiations with the consultant.
13. Guardrail Installation and Replacement On Rainbow Canyon Road
In this project, old guardrails will be replaced and new guardrails will be installed in needed locations
on Rainbow Canyon Road within the City of Temecula. The RFP for design has been prepared but
must be approved by Caltrans prior to publishing. The request for RFP approval and design
funding was submitted to Caltrans on 11/06/02. The City's Planning Department has prepared the
required environmental documents. A Field Review for the project with Caltrans was conducted on
February 19, 2003. The information requested by Caltrans at the Field Review is being gathered.
14. Old Town Southern Gateway Landscaping
Under this project, 10,000 square feet remnant pamel west of Front Street, which was created by
the realignment of First Street, will be landscaped. Project plans are back from the architect for the
second plan check.
15. 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.
Street and landscaping design completion is scheduled for March 2003. Widening Diaz Road an
additional 20 feet to accommodate four lanes of traffic has been added to the project and is currently
under design. Also, a new signal at Diaz Road and Rancho Way will be included as part of this
project. Right of Way processing is anticipated to be completed by May of 2003.
16. 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 100% complete. This project is being
combined with PW00-20, which includes a right turn lane eastbound on Rancho California Road at
Ynez Road. Combining the design of the two projects will be completed by late March with bidding
by late March 2003.
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17. 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 and Swedish American Corporation signing the acquisition agreements.
However, Swedish American Corporation is failing to respond to escrow instructions, and it appears
that we will have to acquire this property through eminent domain. This will delay the project.
Construction is anticipated to begin in the Summer of 2003. Design is 90% complete. This project
will be combined with PW00-02.
18. 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 the Director of Public Works. In-
house design continues, with right-of-way plats and legals preparation underway.
19. Rancho California Sports Park ADA Access and Shade Structure
This project entails the design and construction of ADA compliant concrete walkways to the
remaining ball fields, 3,4,5,7 & 8. It wile also include the installation of two shade picnic/seating areas
adjacent to the snack bar building. Design is complete and we are finalizing the specifications. We
anticipate requesting authorization to bid in April. Due to park activities, construction is to occur
between July 5 and Aug 17, 2003
20. Bus Bench Upgrades
Under this project, bus benches and shade structures will be installed and existing ones will be
upgraded at various locations. Project research on locations of current bus stops, existing bus
bench/shade structures, bus bench/shade structure costs and RTA routes is complete. Bus
bench/shade structure design and location options were reviewed and a report with
recommendations is being prepared.
21. Jefferson Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation - Phase II
This project will rehabilitate Jefferson Avenue from south of Overland Drive to Rancho California
Road. The rehabilitation will include pavement overlay, and road and driveway reconstruction. A
geotechnical firm was hired to perform tests on the existing pavement. Staff is in the process of
hiring a surveying firm to provide topographic maps. Once the consultant completes the maps, staff
will begin the design.
22. Pavement Rehabilitation Program - FY 2002/2003
Staff has reviewed the draft Pavement Management Report prepared by Berryman & Henigar to
ascertain which street sections should be repaired with the available budget for this project. It was
recommended, based on that report, to repair westbound Rancho California Road between
Margarita Road and Meadows Parkway. We are proceeding with preparing plans and specifications
for that section of road.
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PROJECTS IN THE PLANNING STAGE
1. 1-15! SR 79 South Interchange - Project Study Report (PSR)
This project will modify the I-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 the
proposed alignments presented by the value analysis team were rejected. The City's consultant
provided an alignment modification with supporting traffic data to Caltrans on 10/02/02. Caltrans
provided comments and the consultant addressed those comments and sent a response to
Caltrans. Caltrans approved the proposed modified alternative #5. However, they proposed an
interim solution that includes the construction of a roundabout. The City provided an analysis to
Caltrans verifying that the roundabout will not provide an adequate level of service. Therefore, the
City will proceed with the modified alternative #5, with the draft PSR scheduled to be submitted to
Caltrans the first week of April.
2. French Valley Parkway Overcressing and Interchange, Project Report (PR), Plans
Specifications, and Estimate (PS&E) Preparation
This project will construct an interchange between Winchester Road Interchange and the I-15/I-215
split.. The City's consultant will be providing the City a Project Report (PR), and Environmental
Documents (ED) for this first phase of the design process. This project will include the southbound
off-ramp to Jefferson Avenue. On January 14, 2002, the City Council approved the design contract
with Moffatt & Nichol Engineers. The first monthly Project Design Team (PDT) meeting was held on
February 26, 2003. The consultant started the work on the Project Report. The next PDT meeting is
scheduled for 03/26/03. Also, a meeting with FHWA is scheduled for 04/02/03. We are also
pursuing the acquisition of a number of properties to protect them from development.
3. Murrieta Creek Bridge - Overland Drive Extension to Diaz Road
This project will entail alignment studies and the design of an extension of Overland Drive, westerly
to Diaz Road, which includes a new bridge over Murrieta Creek. The project includes the widening
of Overland Drive from Jefferson Avenue to Commerce Center Drive, and the extension of Overland
Drive across Murrieta Creek 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. Ne funding until FY04-05.
4. Alignment Study for Murrieta Creek Bridge Between Winchester Road and Temecula City
Limits and Diaz Road Extension
This study will determine the alignment and location of the Murrieta Creek crossing between
Winchester Road and 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, Riverside
County 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 (from May
2002).
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PROJECTS THAT ARE SUSPENDED OR ON-HOLD
1. Santa Gertrudis Bridge Widening at 1-15
This is Phase I1 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 Project Study Report for French Valley Parkway
interchange. The study shows that this bridge may have to be removed in the future to
accommodate the new 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 will be doing 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.
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. A scoping
meeting was held on November 12, 2001. 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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MEMORANDUM
TO: Bill Hughes, Director of Public Works/City Engineer
~ Brad Buron, Maintenance Superintendent
FROM:
DATE: March 3, 2003
SUBJECT: Monthly Activity Report - February, 2003
The following activities were performed by Public Works Department, Street Maintenance Division in-house
personnel for the month of February, 2003:
I. SIGNS
A. Total signs replaced 47
B. Total signs installed 84
C, Total signs repaired 52
Il.
TREES
A. Total trees tdmmed for sight distance and street sweeping concerns
8
37918
32
286
10
II1.
ASPHALT REPAIRS
A. Total square feet of A. C. repairs
B. Total Tons
CATCH BASINS
A. Total catch basins cleaned
VI.
RIGHT-OF-WAY WEED ABATEMENT
A. Total square footage for right-of-way abatement
GRAFFITI REMOVAL
A. Total locations
B, Total S.F.
VII.
STENCILING
A. 131 New and repainted legends
B. -0- L.F. of new and repainted red curb and striping
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Also, City Maintenance staff responded to 60 service order requests ranging from weed abatement, tree
trimming, sign repair, A.C. failures, litter removal, and catch basin cleanings. This is compared to 63
service order requests for the month of January, 2003.
The Maintenance Crew has also put in 292 hoursofovertimewhichincludesstandbytime, specialevents
and response to street emergencies.
The total cost for Street Maintenance performed by Contractors for the month of February~ 2003 was
$ 857532.50 compared to $ 5t~531.80 for the month of January~ 2003.
Account No. 5402 $ 23,071.80
Account No. 5401 $ 25,000.00
Account No. 999-5402 $ 3,460.00
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)
Jerry Alegria, Senior Engineer (Land Development)
CITY OF TEMECULA
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
ROADS DIVISION
GRAFFITI REMOVAL
MONTH OF FEBRUARY, 2003
DATE LOCATION WORK COMPLETED
02/04/03 AVENIDA DE MISSIONES AT VIA RIO TEMECULA REMOVED 4 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
02/05/03 PECHANGA PARKWAY AT MUIRFIELD REMOVED 30 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
02/06/03 DIAZ AT WINCHESTER REMOVED 6 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
02/07/03 27364 JEFFERSON REMOVED 5 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
02/12/03 MAIN STREET BRIDGE REMOVED 2 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
02/18/03 MARGARITA AT RUSTIC GLEN REMOVED 34 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
02/19/03 MARGARITA AT RUSTIC GLEN REMOVED 54 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
02/25/03 PAUBA AT VIA DEANDA REMOVED 8 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
02/25/03 PAUBA AT YNEZ REMOVED 8 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
02/26/03 PAUBA AT VIA RAMI REMOVED 4 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
TOTAL S.F. GRAFFITI REMOVED 155
TOTAL LOCATIONS 10
II
APPROVAL
CITY A'I-I'ORNEY
DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
CitY MANAGER
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
CITY OF TEMECULA
AGENDA REPORT
City ManageflCity Council
William G. Hughes, Director of Public Works/City Engineer
April 22, 2003
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 March, 2003.
MOACTRPT.FRM
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
Monthly Activity Report
March / April 2003
Prepared By: Amer Attar
Submitted by: William G. Hughes
Date: April 22, 2003
PROJECTS UNDER CONSTRUCTION
1. 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. ACOE and RCFC are requesting
the relocation of the mitigation site to avoid conflict with the Murrieta Creek Improvement Project. A
letter was sent from the City to ACOE for possible alternate mitigation sites. The City received a
response from ACOE approving the relocation of mitigation site. Reseamh is underwayto acquire
property at an alternate site.
2. Community Theatre - Mercantile Seismic Retrofit
This project will create a community theatre at the old Mercantile building in downtown Temecula.
2H Construction began construction on Monday, September 16, 2002. The contractor completed the
parapet wall repairs at the north and south end of the building. Floor and roof framing shall begin the
last week in March.
3. Children's Museum
This project will construct a 7,500 square foot children's museum. The contract was awarded at the
September 17, 2002, City Council meeting to R.E. Fleming Construction. The contractor is
proceeding with completion of the new entry gazebo, pomh railing and roof. Most of the building
shell improvements have been completed. Repair and retrofit of the foundation system has begun
with the demolition of the floor. The City entered into a separate contract with 2H Construction to
complete the repairs to the foundation. The foundation repair work is expected to be completed by
the middle of July 2003.
4. 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 project was awarded to R.J. Bullard Construction, Inc. at
the Council meeting held on February 25, 2003. A pre-construction meeting was held on Thursday,
March 20, 2003. Construction has begun on the northerly reaches of the project beginning with the
site clearing and installation of temporary fences. Work is being coordinated with the Pechanga
Parkway Phase II Improvements.
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5. Annual Slurry Seal Project 2002/2003
This is the annual project to slurry seal various areas in the City. The Vail Ranch area is the area of
concentration this fiscal year. Bids were opened on April 15, 2003. The lowest bidder appears to be
American Asphalt South, Inc with a bid amount of $300,297.79.
6. Rancho California Road Bridge Widening Over Murrieta Creek
This project will widen Rancho California Road Bridge over Murrieta Creek to provide four additional
traffic lanes. Bids were opened on April 10. It appears that the lowest bidder is MCM Construction
with a bid of $3,994,121.45. Construction is anticipated to begin in May with a completion of the
work by early 2004.
PROJECTS BEING ADVERTISED FOR BIDS
NONE
PROJECTS IN DESIGN
1. Pechanga Parkway (Formerly Pala Road) Improvements - Phase II (SR 79 South to
Pechanga Road)
This project will widen Pechanga Parkway (formerly Pala Road) to its ultimate width from the
Pechanga Parkway Bridge to Pechanga road. The City is currently working with Caltrans' Local
Assistance and City's Environmental Consultant to expedite the environmental approval process.
The Preliminary Environmental Document Classification (NEPA) of the project has been determined
to be an "Environmental Assessment" (EA). Required technical studies (involving Federal action)
will be included in the EA. The Planning Department is finalizing the draft addendum (needed to
satisfy CEQA requirements) to the Wolf Creek EIR for street and storm drain improvements. The
addendum was provided to the public works department for review on April 9, 2003. The City will
return comments to DMJM+HARRIS regarding the 90% street plans and technical specifications
and from the utility companies the week of April 14, 2003.
This project will be divided into two stages. The first stage is to construct the storm drain triple box
culvert and the channel improvements north of Loma Linda. Construction of this stage is scheduled
for Fall 2003. The second stage will construct the remaining street improvements and drainage
structures. Construction of this stage will start once the first stage is completed.
The Planning Department is finalizing the draft addendum (needed to satisfy CEQA requirements) to
the Wolf Creek EIR for street and storm drain improvements. The addendum was provided to the
public works department for review on April 9. The City received a plan check letter from RCFC &
WCD on February 24, 2003. The City met with the Consultant on April 1 to review and address all
comments. The City will provide a letter to the Consultant the week of April 14 to clarify the
remaining issues.
1. 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
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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. The City's application was not among the approved ones.
The City resubmitted its application for the second round of funding approvals later this year during
the last period. Construction is delayed until Spring 2004, provided that the City receives funding.
Utility services construction will be coordinated with Pauba Road, Phase II Street Improvements.
2. 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 by the consultant. Specifications
are under review. Plans were sent to all utilities and utility issues are being addressed.
Environmental documents have been finalized by the City Planning Department and the public
comments period will begin next month. Work is being coordinated with the library project.
3. John Warner 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. An agreement amendment was approved by City Council on
October 8, 2002. ERSC submitted a revised hydrology study with storm drain alternatives on
10/30/02. The City chose a preferred alternative and directed ERSC to prepare the final Storm
Drain plans and the Engineer's Cost Estimate. 60% design Documents are being reviewed bythe
City. Final Design documents are expected in May for City's review.
4. Landscaping and Sidewalk On SR 79 South (Old Town Front Street to Pechanga
Parkway)
The project consists of the design and construction of new sidewalk, landscaping, and irrigation
along State Route 79 South between Pechanga Parkway and Old Town Front Street Review of 1st
plan submittal is complete. The Civil and Landscaping plans are being revised. Technical specs are
being finalized. Anticipate construction during Summer 2003.
5. Temecula Sports Complex
A new 40+ Acres sports complex will be built at the corner of Pechanga Parkway and Deer Hollow
Way. The City Council approved the Conceptual Master Plan of the project and funding at the
January 14, 2003 meeting. RJM, the landscape architect, is continuing to work on the preliminary
design of the complex.
6. 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) delivered
the 100% Plans and the Engineer's Cost Estimate in early October. The Specifications are
complete. The request for authorization for construction funding was sent to Caltrans on 1/14/03.
Once Caltrans approval is received the project will go out to bid.
7. Fire Station - Wolf Creek Site
A fire station will be built at the Wolf Creek Site. The Plans have been approved with exception of
grading plans. We are waiting for the parcel to be recorded and an APN so an address can be
assigned and utility services finalized. The Developer was noticed of the need in March 2003.
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8. Vail Ranch Park (Near Pauba Valley School) - Add Amenities
This project will add amenities, including play equipment, to the recently annexed Vail Ranch Park.
RHA Landscape Architects/Planners Inc. is the design firm. First submittal was made on May 3rd.
The City reviewed these documents and returned them to the consultant for revisions. The City and
RHA met on 7/31/02 to discuss these comments and revisions are being made. Soil samples were
taken and results were provided to TCSD on 8/28/02. TCSD had a grading plan prepared by
Armstrong and Brooks and it was submitted in 12/02. The City reviewed the grading plan and the
consultant revised it per City's comments. The final design documents were resubmitted and are
being reviewed by City staff. Comments will be returned to the consultant during the next reporting
period.
9. 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. Caltrans has given the City the
"Authorization to Proceed with Preliminary Engineering." The contract between the City and Kimley-
Horn and Associates, Inc. was approved by City Council on March 25, 2003. The project kick-off
meeting was held on April 8, 2003.
10. State Route 79 South Medians
Under this project medians will be constructed on State Route 79 South within the City of Temecula
limits. A Request For Proposal (RFP) was sent out to consultants during the week of November 4,
2002. The Traffic Division currently has the base maps and is determining locations of the medians.
Once complete, negotiations and scope will be defined for consultant.
11. Guardrail Installation and Replacement On Rainbow Canyon Road
In this project, old guardrails will be replaced and new guardrails will be installed in needed locations
on Rainbow Canyon Road within the City of Temecula. The RFP for design has been prepared but
must be approved by Caltrans prior to publishing. The request for RFP approval and design
funding was submitted to Caltrans on 11/06/02. The City's Planning Department has prepared the
required environmental documents. A Field Review for the project with Caltrans was conducted on
February 19, 2003. The information requested by Caltrans at the Field Review is being gathered
and should be submitted during the next reporting period.
12. Old Town Southern Gateway Landscaping
Under this project, 10,000 square feet remnant pamel west of Front Street, which was created by
the realignment of First Street, will be landscaped. Project plans are back to landscape architect for
the third plan check.
13. Old 'Town Community Theatre
This project will construct a 20,000 square foot community theater complex and refurbishes the
existing Mercantile Building. Plans are in third plan check. RFP's for construction management and
pre-qualification of the contractors for the project are underway as well as the preparation of the bid
package. We are also in the process of acquiring Fourth Street right-of-way for utilities and access.
14. Diaz Road Realignment
Under this project, Diaz Road will be realigned to Vincent Moraga Road at Rancho California Road.
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Business Park Drive will be a T-intersection at Diaz. City staff is currently designing the project.
Street and landscaping design completion is scheduled for April 2003. Widening Diaz Road an
additional 20 feet to accommodate four lanes of traffic has been added to the project and is currently
under design. In addition, a signal at Rancho Way and Diaz has been added to this project and is
being designed in house. Right of Way processing is anticipated to be completed by May of 2003.
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 100% complete. This project is being
combined with PW00-20, which includes a right turn lane eastbound on Rancho California Road at
Ynez Road. Combining the design of the two projects will be completed by late April 2003. Final
right-of-way acquisition for the turn lane is expected to occur by May, at which time the project will
be advertised for bids.
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 and Swedish American Corporation signing the acquisition agreements. Claim
Jumper escrow is closed and Swedish American Corporation is in process. Construction is
anticipated to begin in the Summer of 2003. Design is 90% complete. This project will be combined
with PW00-02.
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 the Director of Public Works. In-
house design continues. Right-of-way plats and legals have been prepared and the acquisition
process is underway.
18. Rancho California Sports Park ADA Access and Shade Structure
This project entails the design and construction of ADA compliant concrete walkways to the
remaining ball fields, 3,4,5,7 & 8. It will also include the installation of two shade picnic/seating areas
adjacent to the snack bar building. Design is complete and we are finalizing the specifications. We
anticipate going out to bid the week of April 21. Due to park activities, construction is to occur
between July 5 and Aug 17, 2003.
19. Bus Bench Upgrades
Under this project, bus benches and shade structures will be installed and existing ones will be
upgraded at various locations. Project research on locations of current bus stops, existing bus
bench/shade structures, bus bench/shade structure costs and RTA routes is complete. Bus
bench/shade structure design and location options were reviewed and a report with
recommendations is being prepared.
20. Jefferson Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation - Phase II
This project will rehabilitate Jefferson Avenue from south of Overland Drive to Rancho California
Road. The rehabilitation will include pavement overlay, and road and driveway reconstruction. A
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surveying firm was hired. They performed the required surveying and provided the data to the City.
Staff is in the process of hiring a geotechnical firm to provide pavement testing. Once the test results
are provided, staff will begin the design.
21. Pavement Rehabilitation Program - FY 2002/2003
Staff has reviewed the draft Pavement Management Report prepared by Berryman & Henigar to
ascertain which street sections should be repaired with the available budget for this project. It was
recommended, based on that report, to repair westbound Rancho California Road between
Margarita Road and Meadows Parkway. 90% plans have been forwarded to the various utility
companies for comment. We anticipate opening bids in mid June 2003.
PROJECTS IN THE PLANNING STAGE
1. 1-15/SR 79 South Interchange - Project Study Report (PSR)
This project will modify the I-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 the
proposed alignments presented by the value analysis team were rejected. The City's consultant
provided an alignment modification with supporting traffic data to Caltrans on 10/02/02. Caltrans
provided comments and the consultant addressed those comments and sent a response to
Caltrans. Caltrans approved the proposed modified alternative #5. However, they proposed an
interim solution that includes the construction of a roundabout. The City provided an analysis to
Caltrans verifying that the roundabout will not provide an adequate level of service. Therefore, the
City will proceed with the modified alternative #5. The draft Project Study Report was submitted to
Caltrans and the City on April 7, 2003, for review and comments. The consultant will finalize the
documents once all the comments are received and addressed.
2. French Valley Parkway Overcrossing and Interchange, Project Report (PR), Plans
Specifications, and Estimate (PS&E) Preparation
This project will construct an interchange between Winchester Road Intemhange and the 1-15/I-215
split. The City's consultant will be providing the City a Project Report (PR), and Environmental
Documents (ED) for this first phase of the design process. This project will include the southbound
off-ramp to Jefferson Avenue. On January 14, 2002, the City Council approved the design contract
with Moffatt & Nichol Engineers. The consultant continues to work on the Project Report. A PDT
meeting was held on 03/26/03. Also, a meeting with FHWA was held on 04/02/03 to discuss a new
alternative being proposed by the consultant. We are also pursuing the acquisition of a number of
properties to protect them from development.
3. Fire Station - Northeast Site (Roripaugh Ranch)
This project will construct a new fire station in the north part of the City. The developer (Ashby USA)
deposited $50,000 of future CFD Bond proceeds to get the preliminary design of the station
underway. Conceptual plans were submitted to Planning on 4-8-03. Final design is dependent on
timing of the CFD.
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4. Murrieta Creek Bridge - Overland Drive Extension to Diaz Road
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 FY04-05.
5. Alignment Study for Murrieta Creek Bridge Between Winchester Road and Temecula City
Limits and Diaz Road Extension
This study will determine the alignment and location of the Murrieta Creek crossing between
Winchester Road and 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, Riverside
County 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 (from May
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 Project Study Report for French Valley Parkway
Interchange. The study shows that this bridge may have to be removed in the future to
accommodate the new 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 will be doing 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 westem side of City
Hall to secure the parking lot west of the main building. The design of a security fence between the
existing maintenance facility and the western side of City Hall will be performed in-house. A scoping
meeting was held on November 12, 2001. 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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Bill Hughes, Director of Public Works/City Engineer
Brad Buron, Maintenance Superintendent
April 4, 2003
SUBJECT: Monthly Activity Report - March, 2003
The following activities were performed by Public Works Depadment, Street Maintenance Division in-house
personnel for the month of March, 2003:
I. SIGNS
A. Total signs replaced 96
B. Total signs installed 57
C. Total signs repaired 124
II.
TREES
A. Total trees trimmed for sight distance and street sweeping concerns
67
923
TEMP AC
109
III.
ASPHALT REPAIRS
A. Total square feet of A. C. repairs
B. Total Tons
IV.
CATCH BASINS
A. Total catch basins cleaned
VI.
VII.
RIGHT-OF-WAY WEED ABATEMENT
A. Total square footage for right-of-way abatement
GRAFFITI REMOVAL
A. Total locations
B. Total S.F.
STENCILING
A. 427 New and repainted legends
B. 2,585 L.F. of new and repainted red curb and striping
6~143
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3,728
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Also, City Maintenance staff responded to 65 service order requests ranging from weed abatement, tree
trimming, sign repair, A.C. failures, litter removal, and catch basin cleanings. This is
compared to 60 service order requests for the month of February, 2003.
The Maintenance Crew has also put in 137 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 March~ 2003 was
$ 51~770.12 compared to $ 85,532.50 for the month of February~ 2003.
Account No. 5402 $ 2,317.12
Account No. 5401 $ 48,133.00
Account No. 999-5402 $ 1,320.00
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)
Jerry Alegria, Senior Engineer (Land Development)
R:~MAINTAIN~MOACTRPT'~J U LY 2002- JUNE 2003',MARCH.03.DOC
CITY OF TEMECULA
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
ROADS DIVISION
GRAFFITI REMOVAL
MONTH OF MARCH, 2003
DATE LOCATION WORK COMPLETED
03/03/03 RANCHO CALIFORNIA ROAD AT CALLE TAJO REMOVED 120 S,F. OF GRAFFITI
03/03/03 27520 RANCHO CALIFORNIA ROAD REMOVED 4 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/03/03 RAMSEY COURT AT MARGARITA REMOVED 8 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/03/03 NICHOLAS AT WINCHESTER REMOVED 2 S~F. OF GRAFFITI
03/03/03 PAUBA AT VILLA ALTURAS REMOVED 40 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/04/03 44564 PECHANGA PARKWAY REMOVED 2 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/10/03 TARGET SHOPPING CENTER REMOVED 56 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/10/03 TEMEKU HILLS REMOVED 10 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/10/03 MONTELEGRO REMOVED 8 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/10/03 27471 YNEZ REMOVED 10 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/10/03 41005 WINCHESTER REMOVED 4 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/I 1/03 28566 PUJOL REMOVED 177 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/11/03 28550 PUJOL REMOVED 111 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/11/03 28464 6TM STREET REMOVED 347 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/11/03 28465 FRONT STREET REMOVED 490 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/11/03 RIDGE PARK SOUTH OF RANCHO CALIFORNIA ROAD REMOVED 12 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/12/03 LONG CANYON CREEK REMOVED 28 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/13/03 RANCHO VISTA EAST OF MIRA LOMA REMOVED 49 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/13/03 29650 MIRA LOMA REMOVED 31 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/13/03 32364 OVERLAND DRIVE REMOVED 150 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/14/03 MARGARITA PARK REMOVED 358 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/14/03 PECHANGA AT VIA GILBERTO REMOVED 6 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/18/03 27338 JEFFERSON REMOVED 20 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/18/03 28550 PUJOL REMOVED 93 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/18/03 28464 FELIX VALDEZ REMOVED 325 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/18/03 28566 PUJOL REMOVED 181 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
DATE LOCATION WORK COMPLETED
03/18/03 40150 WINCHESTER REMOVED 12 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/19/03 42101 MORAGA REMOYED 12 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/19/03 40465 WINCHESTER REMOVED 29 S,F. OF GRAFFITI
03/19/03 SIERRA MADRE REMOVED 41 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/19/03 WINCHESTER CREEK REMOVED 39 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/20/03 27471 YNEZ REMOVED 8 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/10/03 28450 VINCENT MOKAGA REMOVED 60 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/24/03 28910 JEFFERSON REMOVED 4 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/24/03 MARGARITA AT RUSTIC GLENN REMOVED 6 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/24/03 28900 RANCHO CALIFORNIA ROAD REMOVED 26 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/26/03 PECHANGA AT HWY 79 SO. REMOVED 6 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/27/03 29500 MIRA LOMA REMOVED 720 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/27/03 40435 WINCHESTER REMOVED 10 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/28/03 30175 CORTE COELHO REMOVED 10 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/28/03 39916 NORTH GENERAL KEARNEY REMOVED 12 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/28/03 CROSS CREEK AT NORTH GENERAL KEARNEY REMOVED 25 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
03/28/03 CROSS CREEK AT SIERRA MADRE REMOVED 66 S.F. OF GRAFFITI
TOTAL S.F. GRAFFITI REMOVED 3~728
TOTAL LOCATIONS 43
ITEM NO. 5
POLICE CHIEF'S REPORT
APPROVAL
CITY ATTORNEY
DIRECTOR OF FINAI~C._.E..~___
CITY MANAGER
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
CITY OFTEMECULA
AGENDA REPORT
City Manager/City Council
Jim Domenoe, Chief of Polic~
March 25, 2003
Monthly Departmental Report
The following report reflects special teams, traffic enforcement and miscellaneous activity occurring
during February 2003. The Police Department responded to 39 "priorityone" calls for service dudng
the month of February, with an average response time of approximately 5.7 minutes. A total of
3,622 calls for police service were generated in the City of Temecula during the month.
During February, the Temecula Police Department's Town Center Storefront served a total of 172
customers. Fifty-six sets of fingerprints were taken, 24 people filed police reports and 13 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 their Warrant Apprehension Program during February, which resulted in
two felony and three misdemeanor warrant arrests. They also issued 42 citations for various traffic
violations. POP Teams also continued with the homeless persons program, with the goal of
assisting homeless in finding services and aid to help them. POP officers spent a majority of their
time during February conducting background checks on the Temecula Citizen Corps applicants.
POP officers conducted 23 background investigations for the Temecula Citizen Corps program.
The Old Town Storefront serves as an office for the POP teams and a location to assist the public
with police services. During February, the Old Town Storefront served 260 customers. Twenty-nine
sets of fingerprints were taken, 14 reports were written, and 22 citations were signed off.
The traffic team reported that during the month of February there were 679 citations issued for
hazardous violations, 143 citations were issued for non-hazardous violations and 93 parking
citations were issued. During the month there were 18 injury traffic collisions, 68 non-injury
collisions were reported and 30 drivers were arrested for DUI. The Neighborhood Enforcement
Team (NET) program resulted in 80 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 44 citations being issued.
Monthly Departmental Report - Police Department
During the month of February, the POP officers assigned to the Promenade Mall handled a total of
145 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 five felony and 28
misdemeanor cases. Officers McEIvain and Rupe continued to provide training to security staff
during the month. The mall officers continued to work to prevent vehicle theft and vehicle burglaries.
Our five school resource officers have remained active during February. The school resource
officers conducted many counseling sessions with students. A total of 45 investigations/reports
were conducted/written by the school resource officers during February. The school resource
officers also made six arrests for various misdemeanor crimes during the month. These crimes
ranged from battery to petty theft. The school resource officers also conducted 25 presentations to
school staff and students. These presentations ranged from "Stranger/Danger" to "Inhalants" to
"Gateway Drugs."
The JOLT program (Juvenile Offender Law Enforcement Program) continues to be a success in part
through its Youth Court program. Officer Michelle Medeiros conducted the 106th 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 also worked with "at risk" juveniles
throughout the month and also conducted counseling sessions with their parents. She assisted the
Riverside County District Attorney's Office and Probation Department by providing training during
home visits with incorrigible/at risk juveniles during the month of February.
During the month of February, the Special Enforcement Team (SET Team) made seven
misdemeanor arrests, primarily for narcotics violations. This team continues to work street level
narcotics and specialty patrol within the city on a proactive basis.
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
Gayie Gerrish, the Police Department's volunteer staff contributed 461 hours of service in February.
Volunteer assignments include computer data input, logistics support, special event assistance and
telephone answering duties.
Community Action Patrol (CAP) Program volunteers have continued 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 219 hours of service to the community
during the month of February.
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 and a variety of special functions. Reserve police
officers worked a total of 167 hours specifically on patrol in Temecula during February.
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APPROVAL
CITY ATTORNEY
DIRECTOR OF FINANCE ~. ,~-_~
CITY MANAGER
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
CITY OF TEMECULA
AGENDA REPORT
City Manager/City Council
.,4
Jim Domenoe, Chief of Polic~
April 22, 2003
Monthly Departmental Report
The following report reflects special teams, traffic enfomement and miscellaneous activity occurring
during Mamh 2003. The Police Department responded to 54 "priority one" calls for service during
the month of Mamh, with an average response time of approximately 6.0 minutes. A total of 4,062
calls for police service were generated in the City of Temecula during the month.
During March, the Temecula Police Department's Town Center Storefront served a total of 148
customers. Twenty-seven sets of fingerprints were taken, 23 people filed police reports and nine
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 their Warrant Apprehension Program during March, which resulted in
five felony and six misdemeanor warrant arrests. They also issued 33 citations for various traffic
violations. POP Teams also continued with the homeless persons program, with the goal of
assisting homeless in finding services and aid to help them. POP officers spent a majority of their
time during March conducting background checks on the Temecula Citizen Corps applicants. POP
officers conducted 15 background investigations for the Temecula Citizen Corps program. Apart
from the warrant arrests that have been mentioned, they made an additional four felony and 12
misdemeanor arrests for various crimes.
The Old Town Storefront serves as an office for the POP teams and a location to assist the public
with police services. During March, the Old Town Storefront served 319 customers. Twenty-two
sets of fingerprints were taken, 18 reports were written, and 31 citations were signed off.
The traffic team reported that during the month of March there were 842 citations issued for
hazardous violations, 294 citations were issued for non-hazardous violations and 108 parking
citations were issued. During the month there were 25 injury traffic collisions, 79 non-injury
collisions were reported and 43 drivers were arrested for DUI. The Neighborhood Enforcement
Team (NET) program resulted in 136 citations being issued. This program addresses traffic
Monthly Departmental Report- Police Department 1
concerns in residential neighborhoods with a dedicated motor officer. The SLAP program (Stop
Light Abuse Program) resulted in 60 citations being issued.
During the month of March, the POP officers assigned to the Promenade Mall handled a total of 166
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 four felony and 23
misdemeanor cases. Officers McEIvain and Rupe continued to provide training to security staff
during the month. The mall officers continued to work to prevent vehicle theft and vehicle burglaries.
Our five school resource officers have remained active during March. The school resource officers
conducted many counseling sessions with students. A total of 27 investigations/reports were
conducted/written by the school resource officers during March. The school resource officers also
made arrests for various misdemeanor crimes during the month. These crimes ranged from battery
to petty theft to possession of alcohol and marijuana.
The JOLT program (Juvenile Offender Law Er,forcement Program) continues to be a success in part
through its Youth Court program. Officer Sherry Adams conducted the 108th 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 Adams also worked with "at risk" juveniles throughout the
month and also conducted counseling sessions with their parents. She assisted the Riverside
County District Attorney's Office and Probation Department by providing training during home visits
with incorrigible/at risk juveniles during the month of March.
During the month of March, the Special Enforcement Team (SET Team) made six felony arrests and
13 misdemeanor arrests, primarily for narcotics violations. The SET Team recovered quantities of
marijuana and methamphetamine during March. This team continues to work street level narcotics
and specialty patrol within the city on a proactive basis. During March, Officer Jon Wade and
members of the POP Team received information from an informant, and arrested a drug dealer who
had armed himself with a sawed-off shotgun and a 9mm handgun. This particular drug dealer was
also wanted for a felony violation of probation. It is this type of enforcement that the SET and POP
Teams are designed for, and their unique abilities help keep Temecula safe.
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 489 hours of service in March.
Volunteer assignments include computer data input, logistics support, special event assistance and
telephone answering duties.
Community Action Patrol (CAP) Program volunteers have continued 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 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 285 hours of service to the community during the
month of March.
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 and a variety of special functions. Reserve police
officers worked a total of 156 hours specifically on patrol in Temecula during March.
Monthly Departmental Report - Police Department
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