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HomeMy WebLinkAbout102501 PTS AgendaIn compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the office of the City Clerk at (909) 694-6444. Notification 48 hours prior to a meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to that meeting [28 CFR35.102.35.104 ADA Title III AGENDA TEMECULA PUBLIC/TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION TO BE HELD AT CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 43200 Business Park Drive Temecula, California Thursday, October 25, 2001 at 6:00 P.M. CALL TO ORDER: FLAG SALUTE ROLL CALL: PRESENTATIONS: Sergeant Rile - Domestic Violence PUBLIC COMMENTS COMMISSIONERS: Coe, Connerton, Katan, Lanier, Edwards 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 no~t listed on the Agenda, a pink "Request to Speak" form should be filled out and filed with the Commission Secretary. When you are called to speak, please come forward and state your name and address. For all other agenda items, a "Request to Speak" form must be filed with the Recording Secretary before the Commission gets to that item. There is a three (3) minute time limit for individual speakers. NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC All matters listed under Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and all will be enacted by one vote. There will be no discussion of these items unless members of the Public/Traffic Safety Commission request specific items be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate action. COMMISSION CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Minutes of July 26~ 2001 RECOMMENDATION: 1.1 Approve the Minutes of July 26, 2001 I n~mffic~commissn~agenda~200 I\102501 Agenda/ajp COMMISSION BUSINESS 2. Request for Parking Restriction - Camino Alagon RECOMMENDATION: 2.1 That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission receive the report and provide direction to staff. 3. In-Pavement Amber Flashing Lights for Crosswalks - Meadows Parkway RECOMMENDATION: 3.1 That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission receive thc report and provide direction to staff. 4. Commission Meeting Schedule - November and December 2001 RECOMMENDATION: 4.1 That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission direct the Secretary to cancel and reschedule the regular meetings for November and December 2001, and to perform the appropriate postings and noticing requirements per the Government Code. 5. Traffic Engineer's Report 6. Police Chief's Report 7. Fire Chief's Report 8. Commission Reports ADJOURNMENT The next regular meeting of the City of Temecula Public/Traffic Safety Commission will be held on Thursday, November 8, 2001, at 6:00 P.M., Temecula City Hall, Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. 2 r:h~raffic~c o mmissn~gcnda~2001 \ [ 02501 Agcnda~ajp ITEM NO. 1 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA PUBLIC/TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION JULY 26, 2001 CALL TO ORDER The City of Temecula Public/Traffic Safety Commission convened in a regular meeting at 6:01 P.M., on Thursday, July 26, 2001, in the City Council Chambers of Temecula City Hall, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. FLAG SALUTE The audience was led in the Flag salute by Commissioner Connerton. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners Connerton, *Katan, Lanier, and Chairwoman Edwards. Absent: Commissioner Coe. Also Present: Deputy Director of Public Works Parks, Senior Engineer Moghadam, Associate Engineer Gonzalez, Battalion Chief Ritchey, Police Sergeant DiMaggio, Administrative Secretary Pyle, and Minute Clerk Hansen. * (Commissioner Katan arrived at 6:05 P.M.) PRESENTATIONS Emer,qency Services Team - L eutenant Gollo,ql¥ Lieutenant Gollogly (from the Police Department and the Riverside County Sheriff's Department) provided an overview of the Emergency Service Team Program which is the Department SWAT Team, relaying a brief history of the program which was initially implemented as the result of a bank robbery (with an overwhelming amount of firepower) which led to the death of a deputy sheriff; noted the goal to develop a program to ensure that there would be a balance with respect to any heavy weapons of criminals, tactics to safely resolve high risk incidents, and provision of greater safety for the public and the Department; highlighted the type of responses this team would act on (i.e., high risk incidents), the activation process, the selection and training program for members of the team, and the specialty groups within the overall team (i.e., a hostage/negotiations team.) For Commissioner Lanier, Lieutenant Gollogly relayed that a partial team could respond to a Temecula incident within a five-to-ten minute period of time; for Chairwoman Edwards, advised that while there has been no incident warranting the need for the SWAT team to respond in Temecula, that various warrants have been served; for Commissioner Connerton, confirmed that the team served on an as-needed basis, additionally confirming that after an immediate response from the partial/local team to any specified city, additional units would follow, clarifying that the entire team would respond; and advised that the locations for training varied (i.e., Camp Pendleton, March Air Force Base, etc.) PUBLIC COMMENTS Mr. Jay Leonard, Valentino Way, Vail Ranch in Temecula, relayed his concern regarding the high speeds of vehicles in residential areas; advised that he has developed signage which has been effective in slowing the speeds of vehicles, noting that after discussions regarding the signage with the Police Depadment, Police Sergeant DiMaggio had recommended that he present the signs to the Public/Traffic Safety Commission; presented the sign which was designed to be placed approximately two feet off curb side, advising that the device indicates the driver's speed; and relayed his plans to publicize the device, while clarifying his desire to first present the signage to the Police Department and the Public/Traffic Safety Commission in order to first provide the City the first opportunity to purchase the signage, specifying that the price was under $500. For Commissioner Connerton, Mr. Leonard displayed the manner in which the signage indicated speed. Thanking Mr. Leonard, Chairwoman Edwards relayed that the signage could be placed in the Public Works Department, that she would recommend that the signage be investigated, that subsequently a staff member would contact Mr. Leonard, and that the issue could potentially be agendized for a future meeting. Mr. Mark Broderick, 45501 Clubhouse Drive, relayed his concern regarding the negative traffic impacts on Highway 79 South, recommending that there be additional right-turn lanes placed in two areas on Highway 79 (South), as follows: 1) add an additional access lane to the northbound ramp of the I-15 Freeway, and 2) add an additional access lane to Pala Road. Providing additional information, Chairwoman Edwards noted that Highway 79 (South) was under the jurisdiction of the State, noting that per discussions with Director of Public Works Hughes, Caltrans has been petitioned regarding this matter, relaying that Caltrans is currently experiencing merging problems with respect to entering the freeway lanes; and advised that as soon as the signals' timing on Highway 79 South are set (since the recent improvements) that traffic flow will improve. Commissioner Connerton relayed that since Highway 79 (South) is a State highway, that Mr. Broderick could file a complaint with Caltrans. R:'draffi cminut es~072601 2 COMMISSION BUSINESS 1. Temecula Transit A.qency for Traffic Miti.qation RECOMMENDATION: 1.1 That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission receive and file the Temecula Transit Agency for Traffic Mitigation Presentation. Via a PowerPoint presentation, Councilman Pratt provided an overview of his recommended plan for a Temecula Valley Transit System, relaying the following information: A transit system will only work if a full comprehensive system is installed, one in which the bus waiting time would be approximately ten minutes. Noted the potential routes the proposed system would travel via a map. For Commissioner Connerton, specified that Slide No. 4 denoted the number of residences in the City of Temecula in comparison to the number of registered vehicles. Provided statistical information relating to the numerous accidents, injuries, and deaths caused from vehicular accidents. In response to Chairwoman Edwards, noted that density was not necessary for mass transit to be effective, noting the advantages to being proactive. Referenced a quote from the Secretary of Transportation regarding the impact that transportation has with respect to development, the pattern of growth, and the quality of life. Relayed the $9,000 average annual operating cost to operate a vehicle. Advised that the projected growth in the City of Temecula will further impact traffic. Noted the future potential annual ridership of 2,000,000 citizens. Specified Phase I of his plan for a transit system which would encompass RTA buses, local route buses, Dial-A-Ride buses, and interurban buses. Relayed the potential funding sources for the three-year start up and operating costs. Noted the growth of transit use in America over the last five years which increased by twenty-one percent (21%), while driving only increased by eleven percent (11%). Provided data regarding the Ben Franklin Transit System which effectively serves 150,000 people. Advised that with his plan, a transit system could be implemented in a six-month period of time, additionally relaying a proposed organizational plan. Addressing the questions of Commissioner Connerton, Councilman Pratt noted that while not an easy task, driving patterns can be altered over time with an effective transit system, that public transit is a safer mode of transportation, and that requiring that all cars be parked in a garage would restrict the number of cars that each residence could have. Commissioner Connerton, echoed by Chairwoman Edwards, commended Councilman Pratt for his diligent efforts with respect to this plan. MOTION: Commissioner Connerton moved to submit this proposed transit plan to the Emergency Traffic Circulation Plan (ETCP) Subcommittee for further review and recommendations. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Lanier and voice vote reflected approval with the exception of Commissioner Coe who was absent. For Commissioner Katan, Councilman Pratt relayed that for this plan to come to fruition, a City traffic specialist would have to be involved in coordinating the various entities, and that developers would need to participate, reiterating that this plan would only be effective if a comprehensive public bus system was implemented. 2. Speed Limit - Meadows Parkway RECOMMENDATION: 2.1 That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission recommend that the City Council adopt an ordinance establishing a 45 MPH speed limit on Meadows Parkway between La Serena Way and Rancho California Road. Via overheads, Senior Engineer Moghadam presented the staff report (of record), noting that since the opening of Meadows Parkway there have been requests to establish a speed limit on Meadows Parkway; highlighted the data from the speed surveys, noting that the 85th percentile speeds were 50 and 52 MPH, advising that the recommended speed limit to be established on this section of the roadway (between La Serena Way and Rancho California Road) was 45 MPH. Mr. Kenneth E. Clowe, 41087 Vintage Circle, relayed that the cars appear to be travelling at higher speeds then the data revealed, noting concern in particular with the speed of the vehicles proximate to the park site, recommending that the pedestrian sign be lowered in this area in order to be more visible; and advised that there is drag racing in this area at times between 11:00 P.M. and 2:00 A.M. In response to Commissioner Connerton, Police Sergeant DiMaggio noted that while Police Officers have been posted in this area until 3:00 A.M. that no vehicles have been cited racing, recommending that at the time Mr. Clowe witnesses the racing that he call the Police Department and a Police Officer would be directed to the specific location. MOTION: Commissioner Connerton moved to approve staff's recommendation. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Katan. (Ultimately this motion passed; see below.) For Commissioner Connerton, Senior Engineer Moghadam relayed that staff would investigate as to whether there was an intersection sign in this area and consider the installation of such if there was not. In response to Commissioner Lanier, Police Sergeant DiMaggio relayed that the speed trailer revealed that most of the speeds traveled in the neighborhoods were in the 85~ percentile range. Commissioner Lanier recommended that during the soccer season that the speed trailer be placed proximate to the park area. For informational purposes, Senior Engineer Moghadam relayed that enforcement in this area would occur when the City Council approves the posting of the speed limit. At this time voice vote was taken reflecting approval with the exception of Commissioner Coe who was absent. Commissioner Appointment to the General Plan Community Advisory Committee RECOMMENDATION: 3.1 That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission appoint a commissioner and an alternate to serve on the General Plan Community Advisory Committee. MOTION: Commissioner Katan moved to appoint Commissioner Connerton to serve as the Public/Traffic Safety Commissioner on this Committee. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Lanier and voice vote reflect approval with the exception of Commissioner Coe who was absent. MOTION: Commissioner Connerton moved to appoint Chairwoman Edwards to serve as the alternate Public/Traffic Safety Commissioner on this Committee. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Lanier and voice vote reflect approval with the exception of Commiss oner Coe who was absent. TRAFFIC ENGINEER'S REPORT Senior Engineer Moghadam noted the data included in the agenda material regarding the top 20 accident locations for the Public/Traffic Safety Commissioners' review. Noting that several streets were under repair, Senior Engineer Moghadam relayed that delays were attempting to be minimized due to the efforts to adjust the timing at the associated signals; for Commissioner Connerton provided additional information regarding the requirement for the contractor to have 1-2 lanes open for travel during the repairs; and advised that the City Council had approved an ordinance restricting night work within 500 feet of residential areas. For Commissioner Connerton, Deputy Director of Public Works Parks relayed that along Rancho California Road the contractor was working not only grinding the asphalt but additionally removing material from the base area since there should be 10-12 inches of base; advised that staff would investigate improving the delineation, and traffic control in this area; and noted that additional information regarding the projects could be placed on the website for the public's information. For Commissioner Katan, Senior Engineer Moghadam relayed that work on Rancho California Road would not be sped up even if work could be conducted at night, Deputy Director of Public Works Parks noting that typically night work is implemented where feasible. POLICE CHIEF'S REPORT Police Sergeant DiMaggio noted that the 4t~ of July event was a success with no arrests. For informational purposes, DiMaggio presented the Police Department's new patch. Co Police Sergeant DiMaggio advised that on July 25, 2001, there was a DUI checkpoint held, noting the multi-agencies' involvement, relaying that another multi-agency checkpoint would be scheduled for November. In response to Commissioner Connerton, Police Sergeant DiMaggio relayed that DUI checkpoints are typically scheduled 2-3 weeks in advance, noting that the next one will be on August 10th, advising that efforts could be made to inform the Public/Traffic Safety Commissioners as to the scheduled dates. With respect to the radar trailer, Police Sergeant DiMaggio noted that the trailer now tracked speed, and trips on the roadways, confirming that average speeds in the residential areas were 29-32 MPH. Regarding the emergency incidents on the 4th of July, for Commissioner Connerton, Police Sergeant DiMaggio noted that the priority for traffic flow was based on pedestrian safety first. Commissioner Connerton commended the Police Department for the manner in which the incidents were handled. Chairwoman Edwards commended Police Sergeant DiMaggio for his efforts regarding grants, in particular the recent award of a $100,000 Federal grant. FIRE CHIEF'S REPORT Battalion Chief Ritchey noted that he was at a fire in the Wildomar area earlier in the evening. B° Reporting that in the regional area there was an ongoing problem with arson set vegetation-type fires, Battalion Chief Ritchey specified the affected areas. Noting that there was a structural fire at the home of a City employee, Battalion Chief Ritchey relayed that the fire was contained within approximately 10 minutes. For Commissioner Lanier, Battalion Chief Ritchey provided additional information regarding fires on the hillside on the 4th of July, advising that the 4th of July went well, with no major incidents. COMMISSION REPORTS Ao Commissioner Connerton reported that the road conditions were poor on Margarita Road, south of Moraga Road. Bo Commissioner Connerton relayed that it was a pleasure to live in the City of Temecula with all the great work that has been accomplished. Noting that she had received a request from a Meadowview resident for streets, curbs, and streetlights, Chairwoman Edwards advised that she informed the resident that the matter would most likely be addressed when it was determined that a golf course will be built in this area. Do Chairwoman Edwards relayed that per a resident request she had obtained information regarding the Vehicle Code regulations with respect to scooters which she would forward to the Public/Traffic Safety Commissioners. ADJOURNMENT At 8:17 P.M. Chairwoman Edwards formally adjourned this meeting to Thursday, August 23, 2001 at 6:00 P.M., in the City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula. Chairwoman Maryann Edwards Administrative Secretary Anita Pyle ITEM NO. 2 TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: AGENDA REPORT Public/Traffic Safety Commission ~)Ali Moghadam, P.E., Senior Engineer, Traffic October 25,2001 Item 2 Request for Parking Restrictions - Camino Alagon RECOMMENDATION: That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission receive the report and provide direction to staff. BACKGROUND: At the meeting of September 27, 2001, the Public/Traffic Safety Commission received a request fi.om residents ofCamino Alagon to review the feasibility of implementing parking restrictions to alleviate increased parking congestion in the community caused by the extracurricular activities held at the Temecula Middle School field. The public has been notified of the Public/Traffic Safety Commission's consideration of this issue through the agenda notification process and by written notification. Camino Alagon is a 44-foot wide residential street that functions as a residential collector providing direct access to numerous residential units between McCabe drive and Via Bonilla. Presently, on-street parking is allowed on both sides of the street. The Temecula Middle School football field is located on the eastside of Camino Alagon. The prima facie speed limit is 25 MPH on Camino Alagon. In September 2001, staff and Chairwoman Edwards met with Mr. Gene Chalkley, representing the Camino Alagon residents, to discuss the neighborhood's concerns. The residents' major concern is the on-street parking impacts, which are created during the week by school area traffic, and impacts created by extracurricular activities, such as Pop Warner football and soccer, during the weekends. Mr. Chalkley advised that drivers routinely "park at the comers, block fire hydrant locations and motorists are noisy and creating litter problems". Staff agreed to paint red curb at all curb returns, fire hydrant locations, and install "blue" reflective pavement markers adjacent to the fire hydrants to improve visibility and safety. This work has been completed. During one of the meetings, Herman Parker, Director of Community Services, advised Mr. Chalkley that TCSD is working on rescbeduling some of the weekend activities to other locations in order to alleviate the traffic impacts. However, Mr. Parker added that the rescheduling of activities may not be possible until next year due to lack of available facilities in the City. Mr. Parker noted that football and soccer schedules and game locations are set prior to the beginning of the season, which also make it difficult to reschedule the activities. 1 Acting on behalf of the eighty-two residents who signed a petition, Mr. Chalkley presented several alternatives that include weekday and weekend time limited restrictions that would apply to non-resident traffic only, time limited restrictions that include residents, allowing on-street parking on Meadows Parkway at, er completion of the construction, and increased enforcement of existing parking restrictions. The preferred alternative is the weekday and weekend time limited restrictions that apply to non-resident traffic only and exempts the neighborhood residents from any on-street parking restrictions. In order to effectively enforce this type of selective restriction, a permit parking program would have to be implemented on Camino Alagon and other affected streets. Moreover, it is reasonable to assume that the school and activity related parking would move to adjacent neighborhood streets, thereby moving the problem to a different location. It is our opinion that a more permanent solution to the Camino Alagon residents' concerns is to mschedule or redistribute the extracurricular activities to other locations and not to implement parking restrictions and/or a permit-parking program. However, additional curbs can be painted red at selected locations at the request of the residents. FISCAL IMPACT: None. Attachment: 1. Exhibit "A" - Location Map 2. Exhibit "B" - Correspondences and Petition from Residents EXHIBIT "A" LOCATION MAP EXHIBIT "B" CORRESPONDENCES AND PETITION FROM RESIDENTS Ms. Rose Marie Cathcart 32115 Cala Torrente Temecula, CA 92592 September 20, 2001 RECEIVED SF_P 2 5 2001 CITY OF TEMECULA ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT Mr. Herman Parker Directorof Community Services 43200 Business Park Drive Temecula, CA 92590 Dear Mr. Parker: By now you have received correspondence from and met with my neighbor, Mr. Gene Chalkley. I know you have discussed the problem of traffic due to the use of the Temecula Middle School as a Sports Park. And I am sure you can see from the signed petitions that my neighbors are extremely dissatisfied with this situation and the many problems it creates. Most of us carefully looked at the activity of the Middle School and selected property based upon location, traffic flow, safety of our children in a RESIDENTIAL neighbor- hood. We chose homes over apartments in order to enjoy the privacy and sanctity of our homes without the noise, traffic, confusion, parking congestion associated with apartment living. As a home owner my tax dollars go to support appropriate Sports Parks and community centers for our children. The key word here is APPROPRIATE. The use of the Middle School as a Sports Park is not appropriate. The noise, traffic, parking, and the litter that is left behind all infringe on the quality of my life and destroy the very privilege that home owners should enjoy. Peace, quiet, sanctity of home. And this says nothing about the safety of our young children at play in our neighborhood. Our streets and front doors have become a parking lot for the Middle School Sports Park activities. ! am also concerned about the impact this has on my property value and the ability to sell in the undesirable location the Sports Park activity has created. I would certainly like to know what actions are being taken to resolve this situation which involve concerns for: NOISE TRAFFIC PARKING SAFETY OF OUR CHILDREN PROPERTY VALUE Mr. Herman Parker September 20, 2001 Page 2 of 2 The High Schools have adequate planned parking, and are situated so that traffic does not flow through a residenetial neighborhood. They also have adequate space surround- ing the facilities to buffer sound. Why aren't they being used? There is not the slightest doubt in my mind that those individuals who propelled the Temecula Middle School into the unacceptable situation that now exists would want the Sports Park activity in their neighborhood - including those individuals directly involved with Pop Warner Football and the Soccer leagues. After their participation in the day's event they retreat to their quiet home. We in the neighborhood cannot. We in the neighborhood get one event after another, day and night. I would certainly like to know what plans are being made to secure APPROPRIATE locations for the activities now scheduled at the Middle School. Since~ ~ Rose Marie Cathcart (909) 302-1864 James Wilcox, Recreation Coordinator Marilyn Edwards, Department Public Works George Skrbin, Merit Property Management Amy Jouldjian, Merit Property Management MERIT ID:9494545617 SEP 27'01 12:35 No.009 P.02 PALOMA ASSOCIATION September 26, 2001 City of Terrmcula Traffc Engineering And/or City of Temecula Council Members C/o Gene Challdey 42843 Camino Alagon Temecula, California 92592 Fax 909/506-2002 Via Fax and Regular US ] Traffic Congestion and Concerns on Camino Alagon Within the Paloma Del Sol Association To Whom It Ma)' Concern:: The Board of Directors of Paloma Del Sol Association would ILkc to state the concerns relate the increased parking congestion on CaroL, lo Alagon, in the PalomaDel Sol community. Please a moment to review these concerns and consider how they are impacting the day to day lives o parents, children and members of the community. It has been noted that the C~v/of Temeeula has entered into an agreement,with the Tem~ Middle School, to use the school facilities for g~nes and other activities. While, ~t ss understood a growing community needs such facilities, but the concentration and resulting effect on commnmty is extreme, There are over 40 hours of activities sched~ded on a weekly basis. number of activities negativdy impacts those households near the school site. The incre parking in the evenings and weekends has generated the following concerns: · ~ Safety Issues: The increased number of cars and traffic create safety problems for other dr "and children in the immediate area. . · lXarking Cungestlom The increased number o,f cars make it difficult for residents in this to have guests or other activities in their homes. · Community Facilities and Common Areas: The increased foot traffic in this area is strai file maintenance and landscaped areas surrounding the school site maintained by Association. Please note that in addition m these activities, there is also construction occurring on Mea~ Parkway. While this use to be the main access point for parents to drop off children, the schoo now advised parents to use Camino A~agon as the drop off point. This, in addition to the acti~ occurring at the school site, has added addldonal stress and is negativdy impacting those neighl immediately surrounding the school. ~lT PROPER~ IVI~qAG~EIqT~ 8256 Greenwich Drive, SuRe 5~0 · ~ar'l DI*gg, OA 9~II~2 * ~19/457-D200 * 800/527-3914 lail ~] [0 that the' vel~ iing the has )ors MERIT ID:9494545617 SEP 27'01 12:$6 No.O09 P.O$ Septeml:~r 26, 2001 Be~e 2 of 2 We ask that you seriously con~ider other alternatives to mitigate these concerns, l~nile, understood that we need to have facilities and acti~/tie~ for children, there is has to be a bett~ to plan, allocate and distribute these activities within the community -ntther than all concentrated in one ~ite. Thank you for your tinm, attention and consideration to rinse concerns. Please ~eel fi'ee to contact me if you have any ~m=ber questions or concerns (8:$8/457. 800/428-5588, Ex~ 807' or via e-mail at ~jouldjian@merltp~com). l~or the Board of Directon, Di~ict Manager Merit Property Management, lnc, it h way September 27, 2001 To all this may concern, My name is Pat Chalkley, I have been a resident of Temecula for 4 ½ years. Camino Alagon is the street on which I reside and it happens to face the back of Temecula Middle School. Tonight I am to speak of the uncontrolable and unacceptable situation that exists with the grounds being used by Pop Warners sports events. A very important issue is the traffic and safety of all the homeowners and their families. Parents are concerned for the safety of their children, with the congestion and amount of traffic. There is 44 hours of practice and games a week. Not to mention church and school drop off and pick up. This goes on 7 days a week. Enough is enough already. We have a majority of very unhappy homeowners who want this unacceptable situation rectified. We need to start now to plan for next season to eliminate this, and try extremely hard to help us for the rest of this season. There are many other issues to be discussed also. Thank you for cooperation. And we expect some action as we did not create this situation. ITEM NO. 3 TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: AGENDA REPORT Public/Traffic Safety Commission ~'~ Ali Moghadam, P.E., Senior Engineer, Traffic October 25, 2001 Item 3 In-Pavement Amber Flashing Lights for Crosswalks - Meadows Parkway RECOMMENDATION: That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission receive the report and provide direction to staff. BACKGROUND: The Public/Traffic Safety Commission directed Staff to place this item on the agenda for review and consideration ora test location on Meadows Parkway at Cafera Lane. The public has been notified of the Public/Traffic Safety Commission's consideration of this matter through the agenda notification process. At the meeting of September 27,2001, the Public/Traffic Safety Commission received a status report regarding the use of the In-Pavement Amber Flashing Lights by Caltrans and other agencies in California. Staffadvised the Commission that Caltrans currently had a demonstration project in process in the City of Laguna Beach, but there were no guidelines or criteria available for the installation of the device. Also presented was the installation costs for the device. Staff was directed to provide additional information and analyze the intersection of Meadows Parkway at Cafera Lane for potential use of the device or identify other potential locations to be used as a test site. As it was mentioned at the meeting of September 27, 2001, if the device is accepted as an official traffic control device, Caltrans will need to establish guidelines and develop warrants for the user of the device. Guidelines and warrants are provided as general policy statements that serve as a guide to providing sound application of traffic control devices. It also serves as an aid in preventing the misuse or overuse &traffic control devices. Specific warrants are not the absolute criteria but tempered with professional judgment, based upon experience and consideration of all related factors, can serve as a common denominator for the installation of standardized traffic control devices. In October 2001, an evaluation of conditions was performed at the intersection of Meadows Parkway and Calera Lane, which included determining the number of pedestrians crossing Meadows Parkway at the intersection. Since there are no guidelines or warrants available for the installation of the device, staff determined that the "School Protection Warrants" established by Caltrans for Flashing Yellow School Signals and School Area Traffic Signals would be the most appropriate warrant analysis for the conditions being evaluated. 1 Flashing Yellow School Signals A flashing yellow school signal may be justified when ALL the following conditions are fulfilled and the crossing is within a suggested route to school: 2. 3. 4. The vehicular volume through the crossing exceeds 200 vehicles per hour in urban areas or 140 vehicles per hour in rural areas: and At least 40 school age pedestrians use the crossing during each of any two hours of a normal school day; and The critical approach speed (85th percentile) exceeds 35 MPH or the approach visibility is less than the stopping sight distance; and The crossing is at least 600 feet from the nearest alternate crossing controlled by traffic signals, stop signs or crossing guards. School Area Traffic Signals A school area traffic signal may be justified when ALL the following conditions are fulfilled and the crossing is within a suggested route to school: The vehicular volume exceeds 500 vehicles per hour in urban areas or 350 vehicles per hour in rural areas during each of two hours of a normal school day; and At least 100 school age pedestrians per hour (in urban areas) or 70 school age pedestrians per hour (in rural areas) during each of the same two hours or a total of 40 school age pedestrians during the entire day crossing to and from school; and The crossing is at least 600 feet from the nearest alternate crossing controlled by traffic signals, stop signs or crossing guards. As shown in Exhibit "B", the pedestrian volume (2 pedestrians) at this location is well below the required minimum pedestrian volume and more importantly the location is within six hundred (600) feet of a controlled crossing. Our observation of pedestrian traffic also revealed that the majority of pedestrians crossed Meadows Parkway at La Serena Way (controlled crossing) during the hours observed. The warrant analysis performed indicates that in both cases, the applicable warrant criteria is not satisfied and that Flashing Yellow Signals or School Area Traffic Signals are not [ustifled on Meadows Parkway at Cafera Lane. In addition to the pedestrian observations, an analysis of vehicular volumes was performed at the intersection to determine ifa multi-way stop control is necessary. There are three (3) criteria that Caltrans has established for the evaluation of multi-way stop signs. The criteria are as follows: Where signals are warranted and urgently needed, the multi-way stop may be an interim measure that can be installed quickly to control traffic while arrangements are being made for the signal installations. An accident problem, as indicated by five (5) or more reported accidents within a twelve (12) month period of a type susceptible to correction by a multi-way stop installation. Such accidents include right and left-turn collisions as well as right-angle collisions. Minimum Traffic Volumes a. The total vehicular volume entering the intersection fi-om all approaches must average at least 500 vehicles per hour for any eight (8) hours of an average day, and b. The combined vehicular and pedestrian volume from the minor street or highway must average at least 200 units per hour for the same eight (8) hours, with an average delay to minor street vehicular traffic of at least 30 seconds per vehicle during the maximum hour, but 2 r :\t r affi¢\commissnXagendaX2001 \ 1025 XFlashing Crosswalks/ajp When the 85-percential approach speed of the major street traffic exceeds 40 miles per hour, the minimum vehicular volume warrant is 70 percent of the above requirements. The multi-way stop warrant analysis performed at the intersection indicates that the applicable warrant criteria is not satisfied and multi-way stop signs are not iustified on Meadows Parkway at Calera Lane. Since the opening of Meadows Parkway between Rancho Califomia Road and La Serena Way, staff has received only one complaint regarding the intersection and there have been no reported accidents at the intersection. Furthermore, our investigation did not reveal any unusual circumstances or conditions that would suggest that the intersection requires special consideration for the use of multi-way stop signs. Another concern expressed at the Public/Traffic Safety Commission meeting was the lack of adequate sight distance for vehicles as well as pedestrians at the intersection of Meadows Parkway and Cafera Lane. An evaluation of the sight distance visibility was performed and it was determined that if vehicles stop behind the existing limit line on Cafera Lane, the visibility of approaching northbound Meadows Parkway traffic is limited due to the landscaping located in the parkway behind the sidewalk, and the curvature of the roadway. However, the existing limit line is located approximately twenty-five (25) feet behind the actual intersection point. Our observations revealed that most vehicles rolled past the existing limit line until the parkway landscaping did not restrict their line of sight. Using a 50 MPH approach speed, the minimum stopping sight distance required at this location is approximately four hundred and seventy-five (475) feet. Our evaluation indicates that there is approximately five hundred and ten (510) feet of sight distance visibility looking south on Meadows Parkway from tiffs location. This distance was determined by measuring from a point ten (10) feet behind the extension of the curb line on Meadows Parkway. The sight distance looking north is completely unobstructed. Staff is recommending the removal of the existing limit line, the installation of a crosswalk at the appropriate location and the installation of a five {5) foot wide bike lane adiacent to the Meadows Parkway curb to provide an additional buffer for vehicles on Calera Lane and to increase the sight distance visibility. Insofar as the visibility of pedestrians crossing at this location, the sight distance visibility exceeds the minimum stopping sight distance requirements of four hundred and seventy-five (475) feet. Additionally, there are advance intersection and pedestrian warning signs advising motorists of the potential for vehicular and pedestrian crossings at this location. It is staff's opinion that additional controls would be excessive and are not necessary. It is staff's opinion that installing a crosswalk with the amber flashing lights may create the same "false sense of security" for pedestrians as an uncontrolled marked crosswalk. The installation of the device could encourage pedestrians to exercise less caution and responsibility when stepping into the intersection and give the pedestrian the false expectation that the motorist approaching the crosswalk will stop for the flashing lights in the pavement. Moreover, installing this device at this location will set precedence for its use at locations with similar conditions as Cafera Lane. There are approximately twenty-two (22) similar locations throughout the City, which are adjacent to park and/or school sites. Since there are no guidelines or criteria for use of the device, it would be difficult to deny any request for the installation of the device at these locations. At an approximate installation cost of $36,000 per location, this could be an expensive experiment that provides limited benefit to a small number of pedestrians. Therefore, staffis not recommending the installation of an In- Pavement Amber Flashing Light Crosswalk at this location or any other location until policies and guidelines are established for selection and implementation of the device. Moreover, the Director of Public Works/City Engineer has determined that the use of this non-standard device is inappropriate, even under test conditions, and could result in added liability to the City. However, if the Public/Traffic Commission believes that the pedestrian activity at this location or any other location identified justifies some type of pedestrian device, staff recommends the installation ora standardized traffic control device such as a pedestrian signal or multi-way stop signs. 3 r:\lraffic~ommissn~agcnda~2001 \1025~lashing Crosswalk~ajp FISCAL IMPACT: None Attachment: 1. Exhibit "A" - Location Map 2. Exhibit "B" - School Protection Warrants 3. Exhibit "C" - Multi-Way Stop Warrant Analysis 4. Exhibit "D" - Sight Distance Visibility Analysis 5. Exhibit "E" - Similar Locations r :\traffic\commissn~agenda~2001 \ 1025 \Flashing Crosswalks/ajp EXHIBIT "A" LOCATION MAP EXHIBIT "B" SCHOOL PROTECTION WARRANTS 9-10 TRAFFIC SIGNALS AND LIGHTING Figure 9-5 SCHOOL PROTECTION WARRANTS Traffic Manual CALC DATE DiST CO RTE PM CHK DATE Major St: ~ ~)J~ ~V'~./ Critical Approach Speed ~'O Minor St: ~1~' . Critical Approach Speed Z,,,~ Critical speed of major street traffic> 40 mph .......... .--- ~ '~ RURAL (R) In built up area of isolated community of < 10.000 pop .......... [] URBAN (U) mph mph FLASHING YELLOW SCHOOL SIGNALS (ALL PARTS MUST BE SATISFIED) PART A U ~ Each of Vehicle Volume 2 hours 200 140 ~,'~1 ~Z.~ School Age Pedestrian Each of 40 40 /3~ Crossing Street 2 hours AND PART B Critical Approach Speed Exceeds 35 mph AND PART C Is nearest controlled crossing more than 600 feet away? SATISFIED YES SATISFIED SATISFIED YES [] '/ES [] NO SCHOOL AREA TRAFFIC SIGNALS (ALL PARTS MUST BE SATISFIED) PART A U Vehicle Volume 2EaChhours°f 500 350 ~,'1~ Each of 100 70 School Age Pedestrian 2 hours Crossing Street - - '~r- ..... per day 40 40 AND PART B SATISFIED SATISFIED '/ES [] "0 YES [] "0 Is nearest controlled crossing more than 600 feet away? SATISFIED YES [] NO ~ EXHIBIT "C" MULTI-WAY STOP WARRANT ANALYSIS Multi-Way Stop Warranting Software io/is/oi Major Street: Meadows Parkway Minor Street: Cafera Lane Date of Analysis: 10/15/01 Name of Analyst: Case Number: Comments: 85th% Speed of Major Street: 52 WARPJ~NT ANALYSIS SUMMARY: WARRA/qT 1 - Accident Experience NOT SATISFIED - The accident warrant of 5 or more reportable accidents of a correctable type is not met with 0 accidents over a 12 month period. WARRANT 2 - Minimum Traffic Volumes NOT SATISFIED - The 100% vehicular warrant of 500 entering vehicles for any 8 hours of the day is not met with 0 hours meeting the warrant. NOT SATISFIED The 70% vehicular warrant of 350 entering vehicles for any 8 hours of the day is not met with 1 hours meeting the warrant. WARRA/qT 3 - Vehicular & Pedestrian Traffic from Minor Road NOT SATISFIED - The combined total of 200 vehicles and pedestrians from the minor approach is not met with 0 hours meeting the warrant. Multi-Way Stop Warranting Software lO/iS/Oi 100% 70% COMBINATION START NB SB EB WB HOUR WARRANT WARRANT WARRANT TIME TOT MET MET MET 0:00 7 8 0 7 22 1:00 2 4 0 1 7 2:00 2 1 0 0 3 3:00 0 2 0 2 4 4:00 5 5 0 2 12 5:00 13 12 0 5 30 6:00 40 41 0 10 91 7:00 111 169 0 15 295 8:00 102 121 0 54 277 9:00 76 89 0 17 182 10:00 87 63 0 15 165 11:00 56 76 0 14 146 12:00 75 66 0 19 160 13:00 110 137 0 27 274 14:00 97 99 0 26 222 15:00 145 143 0 26 314 16:00 135 128 0 19 282 17:00 168 166 0 31 365 18:00 141 141 0 18 300 19:00 94 74 0 14 182 20:00 88 56 0 11 155 21:00 50 45 0 10 105 22:00 32 17 0 8 57 23:00 10 11 0 6 27 EXHIBIT "D" SIGHT DISTANCE VISIBILITY ANALYSIS J L. AN t=~- EXHIBIT "E" SIMILAR LOCATIONS SIMILAR LOCATIONS 1. Nicolas Road at Roripaugh Road 2. La Serena Way at Promenade Chardonnay Hills 3 La Serena Way at Via Halcon 4. La Serena Way at Calle Pina Colada 5. Meadows Parkway at Corte Florecita 6. Meadows Parkway at Via Reina 7. Meadows Parkway at Via Jasso 8. Margarita Road at Paseo Brilliante 9. Rancho Vista Road at Southern Cross 10. Rancho Vista Road at Argo Court 1 I. Rancho Vista Road at Avenida La Reina 12 Sunny Meadows Drive at Corbie 13. Sunny Meadows Drive at Capri Way 14. Vail Ranch Parkway at Cinon Drive 15. Vail Ranch Parkway at Harmony Lane 16. Vail Ranch Parkway at Sunbeam Trail 17. Vail Ranch Parkway at Camino Piedra Rojo 18. Vail Ranch Parkway at Johnston Drive 19. Vail Ranch Parkway at Camino Rubano 20 Vail Ranch Parkway at Tehachapi Pass 21. Butterfield Stage Road at Welton Way 22. Amarita Way at McCabe Drive ITEM NO. 4 TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: AGENDA REPORT Public/Traffic Safety Commission Ali Moghadam, P.E., Senior Engineer, Traffic October 25, 2001 Item 4 Commission Meeting Schedule - November and December 2001 RECOMMENDATION: That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission direct the Secretary to cancel and reschedule the regular meetings for November and December 2001, and to perform the appropriate postings and noticing requirements per the Government Code. BACKGROUND: Due to the upcoming November and December Holiday Season, it is recommended that the Commission consolidate the meetings of November 22, 2001 and December 27, 2001 into one (1) meeting. Staff recommends combining the two (2) meetings into one (1), to be scheduled for Thursday, December 13,2001. FISCAL IMPACT: None r:\traffic~commissn~agc nda~2001 ~ 1025Xcalendar agn/ajp ITEM NO. 5 TRAFFIC ENGINEER'S REPORT APPROVAL CITY ATTORNEY DIRECTOR OF FINANCE CiTY MANAGER TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: CITY OF TEMECULA AGENDA REPORT City ManagedCity Council William G. Hughes, Director of Public Works/City Engineer October 23, 2001 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 September, 2001. MOACTRPT CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS Monthly Activity Report September/October 2001 Prepared By: Amer Attar Submitted by: William G. Hughes Date: October 23,2001 PROJECTS UNDER CONSTRUCTION 1. First Street Bridge This project will construct First Street from Pujol Street to Old Town Front Street, including thc construction of a bridge over Murrieta Creek and thc realignment of Santiago Road. Contractor has finished thc final punch list items on thc street portion of thc work. Construction of thc EMWD lii~ station is complete with onlypunch list items remaining. 2. Murrieta Creek Crossing Between Winchester and Rancho California Road- Low-flow Crossing at Via Montezuma This project will construct a low-flow crossing of Murrieta Creek connecting Diaz and Del Rio at Via Montezuma. In addition, this project will rehabilitate thc street of Via Montezuma. This project is complete. Recording a conservation easement is in progress for the mitigation of the disturbed area. 3. City Maintenance Facility Alterations, Phase m This project will modify the existing two story masonry block building to accommodate a new second floor of office space over the existing two-story maintenance bay, including the installation of an elevator, and two new second floor rcstrooms. Rough framing, electrical, and plumbing is complete. Installation of windows, drywall, and insulation is underway. Project is currently scheduled to bc complete by mid November. 4. Margarita Road Widening, Pauba Road to Dartolo Road This project will widen Margarita Road from Pin Pico to Dartolo Road and re-landscape the medians t~om Dc Portola to SR 79 South. Included with this project is the pavement rehabilitation of Phase II (Pauba Road to Pin Pico. The contractor has completed the street work, with some minor punch list items still remaining. As of October 8, 200 l, the 65-Working Days Maintenance period began. 5. Traffic Signal installation at Stonewood and Margarita A traffic signal will be installed at the intersection of Margarita Road and Stonewood Drive. This project is complete except for interconnect wire installation. The traffic signal was turned on 8/30/01. 6. Pavement Management System, Jefferson Avenue This project will rehabilitate Jefferson Avenue from the northerly City limits to Overland Drive. Thc work is complete with thc Notice of Completion pending. R:hMonthlyAcfivityReport\CIP~2001 ~Septembcr. doc 7. Senior Center Expansion Thc cxpansiun will include an addition of 3000 square feet to thc existing building. The expansion will be for rccrcatiunal, office, and meeting purposes. A contract was awarded to R. Moody Construction on June 26 in thc amount of $508,500. Expansion will include thc addition of 3000 square feet of building area for recreational, office and meeting purposes. Wood framing is currently underway with rough plumbing and electrical scheduled for the third week of October. 8. Pavement Management System- Citywide This project will involve rehabilitating the pavement of various streets in the City for FY 2000-01. MeLaughlin Engineering and Mining Corp. was awarded a contract at the June 26 Council meeting in the amount of $2,073,000. The roads scheduled for construction are Rancho California Road, Mira Loma Drive, La Paz Road, Winchester Road (Between Diaz and Enterprise Circle West), Southbound Ynez Road (Between Winchester and Overland), Main Street, Enterprise Circle West (South of Winchester), and Overland Drive (Between Margarita and Ynez). The Contractor has completed most of the work for this project. Minor striping and punch list items are all that remain. 9. AC Street Repairs - FY2001 This project will rehabilitate and reconstruct selected City streets. Cunningham Davis was awarded thc contract at the June 26 Council meeting in the amount orS 117,000. The roads scheduled for cons~-uction are Margarita Road at Avenida Cima Del Sol, Jefferson Avenue at Del Rio, Overland Drive at Commerce Center, Enterprise Circle West at Rider Way, and Diaz Road at Rancho Way. The Contractor has completed most of the work for this project. Minor striping and punch list items are all that remain. 10. Chaparral High School Swimming Pool A 25-yard x 25-meter pool will be built at Chaparral High School. The facility will include a smaller recreation pool component and a bathhouse with locker room facilities, restrooms and showers. Spray-type play equipment will be included as an element in the base construction bid. The competition pool has been concrete lined and the foundations for the two buildings are being prepared. 11. Starlight Ridge Southern Cross Road Sidewalk Project This Project will install approximately one half mile of sidewalk along the northwest side of Southern Cross Road. Project complete - Notice of Completion going to council 11/13/01. 12. Street Name Sign Replacement This project will entail removing the existing wooden signs in the La Serena area and replacing them with plastic signs selected by the Public Traffic Safety Commission. The signs have bean purchased and City forces will start installing the new signs shortly. 2 R:hM onthlyActivityReporl\C IP~2001 ~September.doc PROJECTS BEING ADVERTISED FOR BIDS NONE PROJECTS IN DESIGN 1. Pala Road Improvements - Phase H (79 South to Pechanga Road) This project will widen Pala Road to its ultimate width from the Pala Road Bridge to Pechanga road. Plan check comments (70% Submittal) were returned to the consultant. Work is proceeding on the remainder of thc design. The approval of Wolf Creek Drainage Basin Study by RCFC & WCD has been delayed because hydrology studies upstream of Wolf Creek require prior approval from RCFC & WCD. Staffwillbc using an appraiser to assist in thc preparation of thc real estate appraisal report. Thc project is funded for design only at this time. 2. Rancho California Road Bridge Widening Over Murrieta Creek This project will widen Rancho California Bridge over Murricta Creek to provide four additional traffic lanes. Consultant is investigating potential lateral spreading and scour and ways to mitigate these impacts. 90% drawings will be submitted shortly after the analysis is complete. 3. Temecula Library A full service library, approximately 34,000 square feet in area, will be designed and built on Pauba Road, just west of Fire Station #84. This project will provide the community with library resources and services. The design is progressing on schedule. Utility services construction is being coordinated with Pauba Road, Phase II project. Staffretumed checked plans to architect on 8/28/01. Architect is working on the final plans. A final review between the City and the architect was held on 10/16/01. Utility services construction will be coordinated with Pauba Road, Phase II Street Improvements. 4. Pauba Road Improvements - Phase H (Margarita Road to Showalter Road) This project will widen Pauba Road from Showalter to just west of Margarita Road to its ultimate width. The project is in design and the work is being coordinated with design of the library project. All utility issues are being addressed. 90% design plans were submitted to the City for review. Plans and specs were reviewed by staff and were returned to Consultant for completion of final design plans. 5. Murrieta Creek Bridge ~ Overland Drive Extension to Diaz This project will entail alignment studies and the design of an extension of Overland Drive, westerly to Diaz Road, which includes a new bridge over Murrieta Creek. The project includes the widening of Overland Drive from Jefferson Avenue to Commerce Center Drive, and the extension of Overland Drive across Murrieta Creek to Diaz Road. PDC has completed the alignment study and staffhas reviewed copies of the preliminary plans. Staff sent comments to the consultant for review and incorporation into the preliminary plans. 3 R:hMonthlyActivityReport\CIP~2001 ~eptember.doc 6. 1-15 Northbound On-Ramp Widening at Winchester Road This project will re-stripe westbound Winchester Road from Ynez Road to I- 15 northbound on-ramp to allow for a better flow of traffic. The City applied for an Encroachment Permit from Caltrans to do the striping. Caltrans has just issued the Encroachment Permit. Specs will be put together and the project will be formally bid during the next period. 7. New Temecula Sports Complex A new 40+ Acres sports complex will be built on Pala Road at Wolf Valley. A soils report was completed and forwarded to the City. The soils report indicated substantial and costlyremovals. Staff is evaluating options on preparing the site or choosing a different site. The consultant, RJM Design is finishing up the preliminary master plan of the sports complex. 8. Fire Station - Wolf Creek Site A full service fire station will be constructed in the Wolf Creek development area. The architect is to complete preliminary design for DRC in the next 2-3 weeks. Site is to be finalized with and coordinated by Wolf Creek Developer. 9. Diaz Road Realignment Under this project, Diaz Road will be realigned to Vincent Moraga Road at Rancho California Road. Business Park Drive will be a T-intersection at Diaz. City staff is currently designing the project. Anticipated design completion is scheduled for November 2001. 10. 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 mm lanes at Ynez Road, Town Center Drive, and Via Los Colinas to improve traffic circulation. The design is 90% complete with the exception of the landscaping. Landscaping design is currently at 50% completion. 11. Rancho California Road Widening at Ynez Road (Add right turn lane to westbound lanes) This project will add a right turn lane on westbound Rancho California Road at Ynez Road. Right of way acquisition at the northeast comer of Rancho California and Ynez will be required. In-house design is 90% complete. 12. Landscaping and Sidewalk On 79 South (Front Street to Pala Road) The project consists of the design and construction of new sidewalk, landscaping, and irrigation along the south side of State Highway 79 South between Pala Road and Old Town Front Street. A design consultant has been selected and a contract will be awarded when a funding agreement between the County and City is finalized. 13. Alignment Study for Murrieta Creek Bridge Between Winchester Road and Temecula's City Limits and Diaz Road Extension This study will determine the alignment and location of the Murrieta Creek crossing between Winchester Road to the northern City Limits. In addition, the study will be combined with the Diaz Road Extension alignment study and design. Coordination with the City of Murrieta, Flood Control and Army Corps of Engineers is 4 R:~vlonthlyAefi vityRepor t\C lpg2001XSeptember.doc necessary. The Consultant and Staffmet with Riverside County Flood Control to discuss possible alignments. The consultant is currently working on the first draft of the alignment study. PROJECTS THAT ARE SUSPENDED OR ON-HOLD 1. 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. Project will require a Caltrans encroachment permit. 2. Pujol Street Sidewalk Improvements - Phase H This project will complete the knuckle at the intersection of Sixth Street and Felix Valdez. The project is on hold. 3. Winchester Road Widening Between Enterprise Circle and Jefferson This project will add a right turn lane from Eastbound Winchester to Southbound Jefferson, starting at Enterprise Circle. O'Malley Engineering Corporation has provided the design survey data. Project is on hold. 4. Traffic Signals Design at Pala Road and Loma Linda, and at Pala Road and Wolf Valley Two new traffic signals will be installed on Pala Road, one at Loma Linda and the other at Wolff Valley. The plans and specifications are complete. The project is being coordinated with Pechanga Development Corporation sewer project. This project is on hold due to environmental constraints. 5. Pala Road Interim Improvements - (Widening to accommodate four lanes from Loma Linda Bridge to Wolf Valley) Pala Road Interim Improvements (58 feet in width) will be completed with the second phase of construction of the Pala Road Trunk Sewer (Pechanga Development Corporation project). An encroachment permit was issued for the construction of the trunk sewer and the interim street improvements. Traffic signal and sthping plans are complete. The construction of Pala Road Trunk Sewer (Phase Two) by the Pechanga Development Corporation from Clubhouse Drive to the new Peehanga Casino Driveway (600 feet southeast of Wolf Valley Road) started November 6, 2000 and the approximate completion date is Spring 2001. The interim project is on hold due to environmental constraints. 6. Santa Gertrudis Bridge Widening at 1-15 This is Phase II of the Southbound Auxiliary Lane project at the southbound exit ramp for Winchester Road. This project will widen the 1-15 southbound exit-ramp at the Santa Gertrudis Creek Bridge to provide an additional lane on the exit ramp just north of Winchester Road. Staff is revisiting the merits of this project in light of the proposed Project Study Report for Cherry Street Interchange. The study shows that this bridge may have to be removed in the future to accommodate the Cherry Street Interchange. This project is suspended indefinitely. 5 R:XMonthlyActivityReport\CIPL200 BSeptember.doc 7. Santiago Road/Ynez Road Intersection Improvements This project will widen, realign, and adjust thc traffic signal timing of the existing intersection. This project has been delayed indefinitely. Thc Traffic Division completed some minor striping and signal adjustments that improved ~raffic movement through the intersection. 6 R:XaM°nthlyAc tivityRep°r t\ClP~2001 ~September 'd °¢ 0 LLI LLI > -.I I-- Z LU LU 0 -J TO: FROM: DATE: MEMORANDUM Bill Hughes, Director of Public Works/City Engineer ~7;/~Brad Buron, Maintenance Superintendent October 2, 2001 SUBJECT: Monthly Activity Report - September, 2001 The following activities were performed by Public Works Department, Street Maintenance Division in-house pemonnel for the month of September, 200t: SIGNS A. Total signs replaced B. Total signs installed C. Total signs repaired t08 35 12 I1. TREES A. Total trees tdmmed for sight distance and street sweeping concems 29 III. ASPHALT REPAIRS A. Total square feet of A. C. repairs B. Total Tons 2~739 45 iV. CATCH BASINS A. Total catch basins cleaned 199 RIGHT-OF-WAY WEED ABATEMENT A. Total square footage for right-of-way abatement 35~500 Vi. GRAFFITI REMOVAL A. Total locations B, Total S.F. 16 352 VII. STENCILING A. 271 New and repainted legends B. 65 L.F. of new and repainted red curb and stdping Also, City Maintenance staff responded to 38 service order requests ranging from weed abatement, tree trimming, sign repair, A.C. failures, litter removal, and catch basin cleanings. This is compared to 51 service order requests for the month of September, 2001. The Maintenance Crew has also put in 103 events and response to street emergencies. hours of overtime which includes standby time, special The total cost for Street Maintenance performed by Contractors for the month of September, 2001 was $17~105.00 compared to $ 25~710.00 for the month of Augustt 2001. Account No. 5402 $ 10,175.00 Account No. 5401 $ 6,930.00 Account No. 999-5402 $ - 0 - CC: Ron Parks, Deputy Director of Public Works Ali Moghadam, Senior Engineer- (ClPFl'raffic) Greg Butler, Senior Engineer (Capital Improvements) Amer Attar, Senior Engineer (Capital improvements) Jerry Alegria, Senior Engineer - (Land Development) ITEM NO. 6 POLICE CHIEF'S REPORT APPROVAL CITY ATTORNEY DIRECTOR OF FINANCE CITY MANAGER TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: CITY OF TEMECULA AGENDA REPORT City ManagedCity Council Jim Domenoe, Chief of Police"'~ October 23, 2001 Monthly Departmental Report The following report reflects special teams, traffic enforcement and miscellaneous activity occurring during September of 2001. The Police Department responded to fody-five "priority one" calls for service during the month of September, with an average response time of approximately 4.9 minutes. A total of 3,309 calls for police service were generated in the City of Temecula during the month. During the month of September, the Temecula Police Department's Town Center Storefrent served a total of 180 customers. This month, fody-three sets of fingerprints were taken, forty-six people filed police reports, sixteen people had citations signed off and five oversize vehicle permits were issued. Crime Prevention Officer Lynn Fanene participated in a number of special events and community-oriented programs during the month. Officer Fanene conducted two Neighborhood Watch Meetings, and four Crime Prevention workshops/presentations. He also provided a tour of the station facility. 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 Team continued to work on the "Crime Free Multi-Housing" project. At this time there is 70% compliance with this program across the City and they are working with two complexes, which are in the final stages of certification. Three complexes were re-certified during the month of September. The team continued their Warrant Apprehension Program during the month, which resulted in one felony warrant arrest and one misdemeanor warrant arrest. The POP Team continued with their proactive patrol efforts and made an additional felony arrest and fifteen misdemeanor arrests dudng the month of September. The POP Team also conducted two decoy programs; one for the sale of alcohol to minors, which resulted in three misdemeanor cases, and the other for the sale of tobacco to minors, which resulted in two misdemeanor cases. The Old Town Storefront serves as an office for the POP team and a location to assist the public with police services. This has greatly increased their availability to serve the Old Town area. Dudng September, the Old Town Storefront served 125 customers. Eleven sets of fingerprints were taken, six reports were written, and one citation was signed off. Monthly Departmental Report Page 2 The traffic team reported that during the month of September there were 382 citations issued for hazardous violations, 147 citations were issued for non-hazardous violations and 143 parking citations were issued. During the month there were eight injury traffic collisions, fifty-seven non- injury collisions were reported and twenty-five drivers were arrested for DUI. The Neighborhood Enforcement Team (NET) program resulted in thirty-eight 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 fifty-eight citations being issued. During the month of September, the POP officers assigned to the Promenade Mall handled a total of 109 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 eight misdemeanors and two felony cases for various offenses. Two citations were also issued. Officers Robles and Rupe continued to provide training to security staff during the month. The mall officers worked on vehicle theft and burglary programs dudng the month. One vehicle theft, but no vehicle burglaries, occurred during September. The posse also increased their presence around the mall on weekends with frequent patrols of the parking areas. The school resource officers continued to remain active during September. Officer Shetler conducted six elementary school presentations. The topic of those presentations was "Stranger Danger." Additionally, a presentation by Officer Rahn on "Law Enforcement as a Career" occurred at the Temecula High School. The five school resource officers also conducted many counseling sessions with students. No arrests were made during the month. A total of thirty-four investigations/reports were conducted/written by the school resource officers during September. The JOLT program (Juvenile Offender Law Enforcement Program) continues to be a success in part through its Youth Court program. Officer Sherry Adams conducted the seventy-second 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 continued to work with "at risk" juveniles throughout the month and also conducted counseling sessions with their parents. She also assisted the District Attorneys Office and the Probation Department by providing training during home visits with incorrigible/at risk juveniles. Officer Adams made a felony arrest on September 13th. During the month of September, the Special Enforcement Team (SET Team) of Officers Todd Pauling and John Morin handled a total of seventeen cases. These cases resulted in ten misdemeanor and seven felony arrests, primarily for narcotics violations. They a~so issued ten citations for various violations. This team continues to work street level narcotics and specialty patrol within the city on a pro-active basis. During this month the team was involved with registering narcotics offenders and conducting parole and probation searches. As a result of these programs, the officers recovered quantities of cocaine, "rock" cocaine and marijuana. Officer Morin attended narcotics school from September 17t~ to September 28th. Both officers also assisted at the Rod Run Revisited, where they made a felony arrest for a parolee at large (PAL). Volunteers from the community continue to be an integral part of the Temecula Police Department's staff. Under the guidance of volunteer coordinator Officer Eric Albert and assistant coordinator Gayle Gerrish, the Police Department's volunteer staff contributed 633.5 hours of service in September. Volunteer assignments include computer data input, logistics support, special event assistance and telephone answering duties. During September, the Temecula Police Department continued to actively recruit candidates for the CAP (Community Action Policing) Program that is being implemented and will go into effect in Monthly Departmental Report Page 3 November. Interviews with potential candidates occurred during September, and a number of quality candidates were identified who would be able to attend the informative CAP academy, beginning Saturday, October 20, 2001. This academy is scheduled to conclude on Saturday, November 17, 2001, at which time these volunteer graduates will become available to assist and augment patrol officers within the City. Some of the duties these volunteers will be responsible for are vacation checks, business checks, special events, abandoned vehicles and traffic control. The goal of the program is high visibility, which prevents crime from occurring. These volunteers will also have the ability to report suspicious activities and persons directly, via police radio, to sworn officers. 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, cdme prevention, off road vehicle enforcement and a vadety of special functions. Reserve police officers worked a total of 145.5 hours during the month (96.5 hours were specifically spent on patrol in Temecula).