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Home My WebLink About120795 PTS Minutes . . MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA PUBLIC/TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION DECEMBER 7, 1995 A regular meeting of the City of Temecula Public/Traffic Safety Commission was called to order on Thursday, December 7,1995,7:00 P.M., at the Temecula City Hall Main Conference Room, 43174 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. Chairman Knox Johnson called the meeting to order. PRESENT: COMMISSIONERS: Johnson, Sander, Guerriero, Coe ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: Perry Also present were Traffic Engineer Marty Lauber, Assistant Engineer AIi Moghadam, Police Sergeant James Brandt, Fire Battalion Chief Mark Brodowski. Chairman Johnson called for non-agenda items at 7:05 P.M. Sonny Salkind, 38250 Murrieta Hot Springs Road, expressed his thanks to the Commission for their recommendation to install the driveway on Winchester Road. Chairman Johnson closed public comments at 7:08 P.M. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Minutes of October 26. 1995 It was moved by Commissioner Guerriero and seconded by Commissioner Coe to approve Consent Calendar Items 1.1 the minutes of October 26, 1995, with the following correction: Page 3 next to last paragraph - change to: "Commissioner Guerriero stated he believes the school district could not fund these beacons"; and approval of Item 2.1 the installation of two '(2) 40 foot sections of red curb to prevent the obstruction of two (2) new bus stops. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 4 COMMISSIONERS: Coe, Guerriero, Sander, Johnson NOES: o COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Perry COMMISSION BUSINESS 3. Parkina Restrictions - Ynez Road South of Solana Way Traffic Engineer Marty Lauber presented slides depicting the existing parking situation on Ynez Road in front of the dealerships. He also reported that the City's plan is to install a bike lane along this roadway. The dealership owners have been contacted and informed of the recommendation. Minutes.p/t.12f07f95 1 . . PUBLlC/TRAFFIC COMMISSION MEETING DECEMBER 7. 1995 Chairman Johnson requested public comments: Isaac Lizarraga, 26875 Ynez Road, co-owner of Rancho Ford, agreed with the parking restriction, however, he requested a delay in implementation to allow Rancho Ford more time to secure additional parking. He requested the restriction be delayed till April 1, 1996. Commissioner Guerriero responded that an April timeline could be extreme because of the potential accident factors existing at this location. Dick Kennedy, 26755 Ynez Road, representative from Norm Reeves Group, spoke in favor of the parking restriction and recommended it become effective immediately. It was moved by Commissioner Guerriero and seconded by Commissioner Coe to accept staff recommendation and restrict parking on Ynez Road between the northerly entrance to the Temecula Town Center and Solana Way. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 4 COMMISSIONERS: Coe, Guerriero, Sander, Johnson NOES: o COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Perry 4. Starliaht Ridae Neiahborhood Safety - Proaress Reaort Traffic Engineer Lauber presented the proposed "Policy for Closure or Modification of Traffic Flow on Public Streets" for the Commission's review. This policy is being proposed to the City Council on December 12, 1995. The information will be contained in the Council Agenda Report and available to the public. PUBLIC COMMENT Ken Bruckman, 42244 Cosmic Drive, resident of Starlight Ridge, thanked Engineer Lauber for the traffic calming ideas and all his work toward this effort. He expressed concern with the integrated approach and the implementation of these calming ideas. He also spoke in opposition to the proposed traffic signal at the intersection of Cosmic Drive and Rancho California Road. Over 200 residents in the Starlight Ridge homes have signed a petition opposing this traffic signal. Wayne Hall, 42131 Agena Street, applauded the efforts of Engineer Lauber, however, he wanted to reiterate the traffic problems that still exist in Starlight Ridge. He expressed concern that 100% of home owners signatures could not be obtained. Engineer Lauber responded that this would be considered. Commissioner Coe reported that he had driven the Starlight Ridge area and hopes it will be possible to resolve the problems soon. Minutes.p/t.12/07/95 2 . . PUBLIC/TRAFFIC COMMISSION MEETING DECEMBER 7. 1995 Traffic Engineer Lauber recommended that Agenda Item 7 - Maraarita Road and Cara Wav - Rancho Villa Del Mar Condominiums be discussed out of sequence in order for the public to participate at an earlier point in the meeting. 7. Maraarita Road and Cara Wav - Rancho Villa Del Mar Condominiums Battalion Chief Brodowski reported that the Fire Department had been contacted by the residents of Rancho Villa Del Mar Condominiums to ask that the City approve modification of the emergency vehicle access, in order for residents to park close to their homes to thwart auto damage and theft. Chairman Johnson opened for public comments at 8:00 P.M. Jan Conard, 29515 Cara Way, expressed concern that residents' vehicles are parked too far away to be safe from vandalism. She requested modification to the emergency vehicle parking to allow closer parking for residents. She also asked the Commission for any assistance they could give toward resolution of these concerns. Fire Chief Brodowski spoke in sympathy with the residents of the condominiums, however, he stated he could not support modifications to the emergency vehicle access. Commissioner Guerriero recommended the Home Owners' Association might be of some assistance to the residents. Chairman Johnson stated that he was sympathetic to the concerns of the residents, but, could not support modifying the emergency access. The consensus of the Commission is that the residents should look into enhanced fencing, extra security patrol or employing a private security company. 5. AII-Wav "Stoa" - Nicolas Road at North General Kearnv Road Traffic Engineer Marty Lauber introduced Ali Moghadam to the Commission. Ali is the newly hired Assistant Engineer working with the Traffic Division and Capital Projects Division. Chairman Johnson welcomed AIi to the City of Temecula. Assistant Engineer Moghadam presented the staff report and explained that warrants had been conducted and had not been met for this intersection. Ali stated that visibility is good at this location and staff recommends denial of this request. It was moved by Commissioner Coe and seconded by Commissioner Guerriero that the request for two (2) additional "Stop" signs or a traffic signal at the intersection of Nicolas Road at North General Kearny Road be denied. Minutes.p/t.12/07/95 3 . . PUBLIC/TRAFFIC COMMISSION MEETING DECEMBER 7.1995 The motion carried as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 4 COMMISSIONERS: Coe, Guerriero, Sander, Johnson o COMMISSIONERS: None 1 COMMISSIONERS: Perry 6. "AII-Wav Stoo" - Maraarita Road at Santiaao Road Traffic Engineer Lauber presented slides depicting the conditions of the intersection. He reported that visibility is poor and the intersection meets warrants, however, staff recommends denial of the two (2) additional stop signs and recommends the site be placed on the priority list for future signalization. It was moved by Commissioner Guerriero and seconded by Commissioner Coe to deny the request for two (2) additional "Stop" signs for Margarita Road at Santiago Road and to place the intersection on the City's Signal Priority List for future signalization. The motion carried as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 4 COMMISSIONERS: Coe, Guerriero, Sander, Johnson o COMMISSIONERS: None 1 COMMISSIONERS: Perry 8. Election of Public/Traffic Safetv Commissioner Chairaerson and Co-Chairaerson Commissioner Guerriero nominated and moved to approve Commissioner Coe for Chairperson, seconded by Commissioner Sander. The motion carried as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: 3 COMMISSIONERS: Guerriero, Sander, Johnson o COMMISSIONERS: None 1 COMMISSIONERS: Coe 1 COMMISSIONERS: Perry Commissioner Johnson nominated and moved to approve Commissioner Guerriero for Co-chairman, seconded by Commissioner Coe. The motion carried as follows: AYES: Minut6s.p/t.12/07/95 3 COMMISSIONERS: Coe, Sander, Johnson 4 . . PUBLlC/TRAFFIC COMMISSION MEETING DECEMBER 7. 1995 NOES: o COMMISSIONERS: None ABSTAIN: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Guerriero ABSENT: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Perry TRAFFIC ENGINEER'S REPORT Traffic Engineer Lauber thanked Commissioner Johnson for his participation on the interview panel to select a traffic engineering firm for the City of Temecula. Commissioner Guerriero requested that staff investigate the 3-Way stop at North Solana Way, near Carriage Motors. He expressed concern that the stop may sit too far back which results in impaired visibility. POLICE CHIEF'S REPORT Sergeant Brandt reported on the following: . Two or three traffic officers may be added to the Department. . The Police" Department will purchase their own DUI trailer in the future. FIRE CHIEF'S REPORT Battalion Chief Brodowski reported on the following: . Fire season continues to be in effect. . Vegetation fires have been at a minimum this season. . One hundred amphibulator machines will be purchased in January, 1996 to be installed in every unit. · The first annual Safety Expo was very successful The next expo will be scheduled for earlier in the year, around May. Chief Brodowski thanked the Commission for all their support and assistance. COMMISSION REPORTS Commissioner Johnson thanked Battalion Chief Brodowski for his support and assistance to the Public/Traffic Safety Commission. Commissioner Coe stated that the Safety Expo was very exciting and he had a great time. Commissioner Sander spoke on how impressed he was with the quality presentations conducted at the Safety Expo. Minutes.p/t.12/07/95 5 . . PUBLIC/TRAFFIC COMMISSION MEETING DECEMBER 7. 1995 Commissioner Sander requested that staff investigate a solution to Jefferson Avenue which is a "nightmare" to turn into any business establishment. He spoke in support of a plan to turn in or out, or perhaps a "U" turn at Overland Drive to resolve this situation. Commissioner Guerriero reported on the following: . City staff is to be commended for all their hard work on the Safety Expo and also a thank you to Chief Brodowski, who was instrumental in organizing the event. . He recommended a speed survey be conducted on Rancho California Road east of Margarita Road. The speed is not posted in that area and he recommended that it should be. . Requested the status of the AD-Hoc Committee in regard to the location in front of the high school. Traffic Engineer Lauber will research this for the new year. . Several projects have been proposed by the Joint Transportation Committee of Temecula and Murrieta; the Temecula extension of Diaz Road through to Murrieta; Murrieta is researching the connection of Jackson Road and Ynez Road; the Rancho California Road Improvements; the Winchester Road improvements; and the diamond between Front Street and Ynez Road are being discussed. Commissioner Johnson thanked the Commission for the opportunity to serve as Chairman during 1995. It was moved by Commissioner Guerriero and seconded by Commissioner Coe to adjourn the meeting at 9:30 P.M. The next regular meeting of the Public/Traffic Safety Commission will be held on Thursday, January 25, 1996,at 7:00 P.M., Temecula City Hall, Main Conference Room, 43174 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. n Knox Johnson ~~~~~ Secretary Minutes.p/t.12/07/95 6