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HomeMy WebLinkAbout012402 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 I1] AGENDA TEMECULA PUBLIC/TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION CALL TO ORDER: FLAG SALUTE ROLL CALL: TO BE HELD AT CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 43200 Business Park Drive Temecula, California Thursday, January 24, 2002 at 6:00 P.M. COMMISSIONERS: Coe, Connerton, Katan, Wedel, Lanier PRESENTATION/PROCLAMATIONS: Presentation of Certificate of Appointment of Commissioner Mark Wedel Community Service Officer Lynn Fanene -New - Children's Car Seat Booster Law PUBLIC COMMENTS A total of 15 minutes is provided so members of the public can address the Commission on items that are not listed on the Agenda. Speakers are limited to two (2) minutes each. If you desire to speak to the Commission about an item not listed on the Agenda, a pink "Request to Speak" form should be filled out and filed with the Commission Secretary. When you are called to speak, please come forward and state your name and address. For all other agenda items, a "Request to Speak" form must be filed with the Recording Secretary before the Commission gets to that item. There is a three (3) minute time limit for individual speakers. NOTICE TO 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 December 13, 2001 RECOMMENDATION: 1.1 Approve the Minutes of December 13, 2001 COMMISSION BUSINESS 2. Parkin~ Restriction - Solana Way between Ynez Road and Margarita Road RECOMMENDATION: 2.1 That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission recommend that the City Council adopt a resolution restricting parking on Solana Way between Yncz Road and Margarita Road. 3. Election of Chairoerson and Vice-Chairperson RECOMMENDATION: 3.1 That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission entertain nominations from the Commissioners to elect a Chairperson and a Vice-Chairperson to preside until the end of thc 2002 calendar year. 4. Traffic Engineer's Report 5. Police Chief's Report 6. Fire ChieFs Report 7. Commission Reports ADJOURNMENT Thc next regular meeting of thc City of Temecula Public/Traffic Safety Commission will be held on Thursday, February 28, 2002, at 6:00 P.M., Temccula City Hall, Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. 2 ITEM NO. 1 MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA PUBLIC/TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION DECEMBER 13, 2001 CALL TO ORDER The City of Temecula Public/Traffic Safety Commission convened in an adjourned regular meeting at 6:03 P.M., on Thursday, December 13, 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 Katan. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners Connerton, Katan, Vice Chairman Lanier. Absent: Commissioner Coe. Also Present: Senior Engineer Moghadam, Associate Engineer Gonzalez, Battalion Chief Ritchey, Police Sergeant Steger, Administrative Secretary Pyle, Minute Clerk Hansen, and Minute Clerk Ice. PRESENTATION Senior Deputy Goss, School Resource Officer Senior Deputy Goss provided an overview of the Police Programs associated with the schools, relaying that in the City of Temecula there were five School Resource Officers; described the triad approach philosophy which involves three aspects of the Officer's role while serving in this capacity, listed as follows: 1) counselor/mentor, 2) teacher, and 3) law enforcer; provided additional information regarding the Juvenile Offender Law Enforcement Team (JOLT) Program, which is comprised of a District Attorney, a Probation Officer, and a Deputy Sheriff, and is a diversion program designed to keep the youth out of the Criminal Justice system while administering a more severe punishment; specified the school programs in which the Officers provide instruction (i.e., Stranger/Danger, Gateway Drugs, Drugs and Alcohol Safety, Driver's Education, and Health); provided examples of the mentoring/counseling experiences with youth on an individual basis which has been extremely effective and rewarding; advised that violent incidents at the schools have decreased; noted the numerous benefits due to the City, the School District, the Police Department, and the citizens working together in a partnership; via overheads, presented the mission statement from the California State School Resource Officers Association which established a protocol for sharing information Statewide - among departments, and school districts; and advised that the R:\trefficrninutes\121301 I City of Temecula's School Resource Officer Program would be used as a model program throughout California. Applauding Officer Goss, and the Police Department, Commissioner Connerton commended the excellent work with the youth in the community. PUBLIC COMMENTS No comments. COMMISSION CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Minutes of Sel~tember 27, 2001, and October 25, 2001 RECOMMENDATION: 1.1 Approve the Minutes of September 27, 2001. 1.2 Approve the Minutes of October 25, 2001. MOTION: Commissioner Connerton moved to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1.1 and 1.2. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Katan and voice vote reflected approval with the exception of Commissioner Coe who was absent. COMMISSION BUSINESS 2. Red Curb - Nantes Court RECOMMENDATION: 2.1 That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission receive the staff report and provide direction to staff. Senior Engineer Moghadam presented the staff report (of record), relaying the initial request staff received from a resident (Mr. Snell), to establish a parking restriction between two residential dwelling units on Nantes Court which appeared reasonable based on the resident's comments; advised that a work order was issued and subsequently the curb was painted red; noted that following the painting of the curb, staff received a request to remove the red paint from this curb from a resident (Mr. Scudder) living directly adjacent to the newly-established restricted parking area, this resident opining that the curb should not have been painted, and that this area was utilized for parking; advised that the initial causes identified by the first resident who had requested the restriction were not completely accurate; relayed that the second resident expressed numerous grounds for maintaining this area for parking; relayed that since the parking was currently restricted (in response to the first request), it was staff's determination to forward this matter to the Public/Traffic Safety Commission, relaying that the Commission could either recommend maintaining the red curb, or removing the restricted parking; and for the record, noted the letter to staff from Mr. Scudder, dated November 27, 2001 (per agenda material) requesting that the parking restriction be removed, additionally noting the signed petition (provided via supplemental agenda material) with the signatures of 17 Nantes Court residents, and one crossing guard for this area, who were all in support of maintaining the red curb. In response to the queries of the Public/Traffic Safety Commission, for Commissioner Connerton, Senior Engineer Moghadam noted that the original request to paint the curb red was from Mr. Snell who resides on Nantes Court; provided the rationale for staff initially agreeing to paint the curb red based on the information received from Mr. Snell, noting that after receiving Mr. Scudder's comments, it was staff opinion that there was sound rationale for removing the restricted parking; and for Commissioner Katan, relayed that the request from the resident, Mr. Stan Horn, requesting that his curb be painted red was received after the staff report was completed. Mr. Gary Perrigo, 43530 Nantes Court, noted that there were six other 12-foot curb segments in this cul-de-sac; and queried what criteria was utilized in determining which curbs would be painted red. Mr. Joyce L. Whealon (wife of Mr. Snell), 43570 Nantes Court, relayed that in September her husband and she had submitted a letter to Associate Engineer Gonzales requesting the red curbing due to the visual impairment of the school children in the area; specified alternate curb segments which had been painted red earlier; noted that the majority of the residents support the red curb; specified that numerous children reside in this particular area; and presented photographs, demonstrating the congestion in the area. Mr. John Scudder, 43560 Nantes Court, noted that Mr. Snell has demanded that he not park his Jeep on this particular curb segment; advised that the Snells have called the Police Department and each time the Officers have relayed that the vehicle was legally parked; via photographs, specified the red curb where he used to park his vehicle, as well as displaying other similar curb segments; opined that the red curbing was a control issue, and not a safety issue; and requested that the red paint be removed. For Commissioner Connerton, Mr. Scudder specified, per photographs, the location of his residence; provided additional information regarding the rationale for parking his vehicle at this particular curb segment; and for Commissioner Katan, advised that he did not have a copy of the letter from the Snells admonishing him "to not park his ugly Jeep on this curb segment," suggesting that the Public/Traffic Safety Commission query Ms. Whealon (Mr. Shell's wife) as to the validity of the letter. Noting that parking on these short segments can create negative visual impacts, in particular when attempting to ingress and egress from driveways, Commissioner Connerton supported maintaining the red curb. Referencing the photograph, Commissioner Katan noted that this curb segment was clearly half in front of one residence, and half in front of the other; advised that consistency with respect to painting red curbs was a vital issue, noting the numerous residential areas within the City that were proximate to schools and had parking concerns, advising that if the City allowed this area to be restricted then there would be a plethora of red-painted curbs; and recommended that the red paint be removed. Commissioner Connerton relayed the potential negative impacts due to non-compact vehicles parking at these short curb segments; and recommended that the Public/Traffic Safety Commission recommend to the Planning Commission and the City Council that in new development areas, these short curb segments be painted red to prevent visual impairment of oncoming traffic. R:\traffic~nutes\121301 3 Concurring that there were safety issues associated with this matter, Vice Chairman Lanier recommended that there be a criteria developed which clarified the warrants for red curbing; and with respect to this particular curb segment, noted that he could support maintaining this restricted parking. Per visiting the area of discussion, Commissioner Katan confirmed that there were six identical sections on this particular block, advising that if each one of these segments was painted red to address similar safety issues, the residents would most likely have difficulty parking in their own neighborhood; opined that in this particular situation the parking was not a safety issue but a neighborhood dispute issue, advising that the parking should not be restricted. Commissioner Connerton reiterated that a larger vehicle parking in this area could create a negative impact with respect to safety. MOTION: Commissioner Connerton moved to direct staff to leave this red curb segment in place; and that the residents' additional requests for small curb segments to be painted red be forwarded to the Public/Traffic Safety Commission and/or that the Public/Traffic Safety Commission develop a policy to clarify the criteria warranting red- painted curbs segments. The motion was seconded by Vice Chairman Lanier and voice vote reflected approval with the exception of Commissioner Katan who voted no, and Commissioner Coe who was absent. 3. Turn Restrictions - Rancho Vista Road at Temecula Valley Hiclh School RECOMMENDATION: 3.1 That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission receive the staff report and provide further direction to staff. Senior Engineer Moghadam provided an overview of the staff report (per agenda material), highlighting the request to review the feasibility of restricting left turns while exiting the Temecula Valley High School campus, and restricting U-turn movements at the District office; advised that it was staff's recommendation that these movements not be restricted until a future point when a traffic signal is installed at a proximate intersection; for Vice Chairman Lanier, relayed that at the time a traffic signal is installed, the driveways would need to be modified; and for Commissioner Connerton, noted that it was within the purview of the City Council to determine whether the City would fund the entire cost for the installation of this particular signal. Mr. Bill McKinney, Director of Transportation for the Temecula Valley Unified School district, concurred with staff's comments, noting that if left turning movements were restricted the traffic on Margarita Road would most likely increase; with respect to the installation of a signal, advised that the School District would most likely not be able to match funds with the City for this installation, relaying hopes that the City would move forward with this installation with a hundred percent funding by the City; for Commissioner Connedon, advised that it was against District policy for school monitors to direct traffic, relaying that he would investigate with the site administration as to whether school staff was directing traffic; and concurred with Commissioner Connerton's R:\lrafficm~nutes\121301 4 recommendations, to have assistance from the Police Department with respect to directing traffic, and to request that the City Council take action to install a signal. In response to Commissioner Connerton, Police Sergeant Steger confirmed that a school monitor had been directing traffic at this campus, Commissioner Connerton advising that this issue be addressed. MOTION: Commissioner Katan moved to recommend that the City Council approve the installation of a signal at the intersection of Avenida De La Reina/Rancho Vista Road. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Connerton and voice vote reflected approval with the exception of Commissioner Coe who was absent. MOTION: In light of the information presented by staff, Commissioner Connerton moved to deny the request to restrict left-turning movements from the school campus. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Katan and voice vote reflected approval with the exception of Commissioner Coe who was absent. 4. Traffic Conditions - Butterfield Stacle Road RECOMMENDATION: 4.1 That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission: 1. Deny the request to install multi-way stop signs at the intersection of Butterfield Stage Road and Jerez Lane; and 2. Recommend to the City Council the installation of multi-way stop signs at the intersection of Butterfield Stage Road and De Portola Road; and 3. Deny the request to lower the existing speed limit from 55 MPH and 50 MPH to 45 MPH on Butterfield Stage Road; and 4. Deny the request to establish two-ton weight limit restrictions on Butterfield Stage Road. Via overhead maps, Senior Engineer Moghadam presented the staff report (of record); with respect to the request to install an all-way stop at Butterfield Stage Road/Jerez Lane, relayed that the warrant analysis conducted revealed that the requirements for an ali-way stop at this particular intersection were not satisfied, providing additional information regarding the temporary access in this area required by the Fire Department, noting that ultimately secondary access would be provided via alternate streets (i.e., Crowne Hill Drive), and this temporary access point eliminated; specified the intersections which would be signalized when the medians along Butterfield Stage Road were installed; with respect to the request to install a stop sign at Butterfield Stage Road/De Portola Road, relayed that this intersection did meet the requirements for an all-way stop sign, noting that ultimately this intersection would be signalized; with respect to the request to lower the speed limit to 45 MPH, noted that based on the $5th percentile of traveled speeds, the existing 50 and 55 MPH limits are legal and enforceable, and that any reduction would not be justifiable, and ergo not enforceable by radar; and with respect to the request to restrict the weight limit to two tons, relayed that Butterrield Stage Road is one of the few north/south arterials, connecting to County roads both to the north and south of the City limits, and would ultimately serve as a major north/south corridor, advising that a weight limit would not only require County approval, but would additionally divert this traffic to alternate streets (i.e., Meadows Parkway, Margarita Road) which were less desirable to handle truck traffic. In response to Commissioner Connerton, Senior Engineer Moghadam noted that Buttedield Stage Road had an 86' right-of-way, and the actual width of the road was 68'; confirmed that this roadway was in compliance with standards for truck travel; and confirmed that ultimately this read would be four lanes with a median. For Commissioner Katan, Commissioner Connerton provided additional information regarding the County's discussions with respect to this roadway. Mr. Bill McKinney, Director of Transportation for the Temecula Valley Unified School District, noted his support regarding staffs recommendations, in particular the recommendation to install a multi-way stop at De Portola Road/Butterfield Stage Road. MOTION: Commissioner Connerton moved to deny the request to install multi-way stop signs at the intersection of Butterfield Stage Road/Jerez Lane. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Katan and voice vote reflected approval with the exception of Commissioner Coe who was absent. MOTION: Commissioner Connerton moved to recommend that the City Council approve the installation of multi-way stop signs at the intersection of Butterfleld Stage Road/De Portola Road, and that this installation be expedited. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Katan and voice vote reflected approval with the exception of Commissioner Coe who was absent. MOTION: Commissioner Connerton moved to deny the request to lower the existing speed limit from 55 MPH and 50 MPH to 45 MPH on Butterfield Stage Road. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Katan and voice vote reflected approval with the exception of Commissioner Coe who was absent. MOTION: Commissioner Katan moved to deny the request to establish two-ton weight limit restrictions on Butterfield Stage Road. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Connerton and voice vote reflected approval with the exception of Commissioner Coe who was absent. 5. Roadwav Stril)incl - Jefferson Avenue at the Primecare Buildin~l Drivewav RECOMMENDATION: 5.1 That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission receive and file the staff report. By way of overheads, Senior Engineer Moghadam provided an overview of the staff report (per agenda material), noting the request for staff to investigate the ingress and egress at the Pdmecare facility located on Jefferson Avenue; relayed that after evaluating the visibility, that the visibility looking south was somewhat restricted due to the parkway landscaping and the curvature of the road, advising that staff would make efforts to remove some of the vegetation to improve the visibility of the vehicles exiting this driveway; clarified that the visibility to the north was unobstructed; noted that due to the driveway location across the street, occasionally two vehicles enter the center left- turn lane simultaneously which also occurs at times along the entire length of Jefferson Avenue, in padicular further north, south of Winchester Road, advising that due to the existing driveways and roadway striping, it was staff's recommendation that the Public/Traffic Safety Commission request the City Council to expedite the installation of the raised medians on Jefferson Avenue. For Commissioner Connerton, Senior Engineer Moghadam noted that the speed limit in this area was 45 MPH. While concurring with the recommendation to request the City Council to expedite the installation of the medians on Jefferson Avenue, Commissioner Connerton advised that in the interim period a designated right-turn lane should be installed which would assist vehicles egressing and ingressing this use, clarifying that it would be his desire to restrict left-turning exit movements from this particular driveway (similar to the Target Center.) For Vice Chairman Lanier, Senior Engineer Moghadam confirmed that it appeared that restricted left-turn exits could be restricted with the existing striping, advising that staff would bring the matter back to the Public/Traffic Safety Commission if there was difficulty in restricting left-turning movements out of this driveway. In response to Commissioner Katan, Senior Engineer Moghadam relayed that the median project would most likely not be installed for a few years. Vice Chairman Lanier noted his concern if delineators could not be installed with the left- turning exit restrictions. MOTION: Commissioner Connerton moved to recommend that at this particular driveway left-turning exit movements be prohibited, and that delineators be installed to create a protected left turn into the driveway, if feasible, and that if this recommendation was not feasible that staff bring the matter back to the Public/Traffic Safety Commission. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Katan and voice vote reflected approval with the exception of Commissioner Coe who was absent. Vice Chairman Lanier requested staff to additionally investigate whether the proximate driveways allowed only right-turn exiting movements. MOTION: Commissioner Connerton moved to recommend that the City Council accelerate the installation of the raised medians on Jefferson Avenue due to the associated safety issues, and that the design of the project be reviewed by the Public/Traffic Safety Commission prior to installation. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Katan and voice vote reflected approval with the exception of Commissioner Coe who was absent. TRAFFIC ENGINEER'S REPORT Commending staff, Vice Chairman Lanier noted the excellent work in compiling the thorough staff reports, as well as staff's diligence in addressing the residents' concerns. POLICE CHIEF'S REPORT With respect to the Temeku Hills neighborhood, Police Sergeant Steger noted that 16 citations have been issued since the installation of the 25 MPH speed limit, sixty percent to non-residents, and forty percent to residents, advising that prior to issuing citations the radar trailer was placed in this area. For Vice Chairman Lanier, Police Sergeant Steger relayed that for the month of December every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night, a roving DUI enforcement team will be out in force. Commissioner Connerton commended the Police Department for the excellent work with respect to DUI enforcement in the City of Temecula. FIRE CHIEF'S REPORT Battalion Chief Ritchey noted that the temporary Fire Station No. 92 was in operation. Battalion Chief Ritchey provided additional information regarding the recent transformer incident at Rancho California RoadNintage Hills Drive. COMMISSION REPORTS In response to Commissioner Katan's queries regarding the timing of the signal at James L. Day Middle School, Senior Engineer Moghadam noted that since installation there have been problems with false detections, advising that the technicians have thus far not located the problem; and noted that this signal was required to be installed as a Condition of Approval by the Planning Commission. For Commissioner Katan, Senior Engineer Moghadam noted that half of Butterfield Stage Road was still in the County, relaying that when the subdivision is completed east of Butterfield Stage Road, the issue of pedestrian crossing proximate to Vail Ranch Middle School will need to be addressed. Commissioner Connerton requested that the issue of the backing up of traffic at the Post Office located at Margarita/Rancho California Roads be agendized sometime in 2002. For Commissioner Connerton, Senior Engineer Moghadam relayed that the median proximate to the Target Center will most likely be completed by the summer of 2002. Commissioner Connerton noted that on Moraga Road proximate to the school site, the lane closest to the median has an uneven surface, requesting that staff investigate this matter. For informational purposes, Commissioner Connerton relayed that at MargaritaNVinchester Roads, in the left-turn lanes, five to six vehicles are running the red light, impeding traffic; and additionally noted the same problem on Ynez/VVinchester Roads. For Commissioner Conner-ton, Senior Engineer Moghadam relayed that the Surveillance Camera Project is in the process of obtaining Caltrans' approval, advising that hard-wired fiber optics would be utilized. H. Vice Chairman Lanier wished all a safe and happy holiday. ADJOURNMENT At 8:00 P.M. Vice Chairman Lanier formally adjourned this meeting to Thursday, January 24, 2002 at 6:00 P.M., in the City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula. Vice Chairman Scott Lanier (acting Chairman) Administrative Secretary Anita Pyle ITEM NO. 2 TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: AGENDA REPORT Public/Traffic Safety Commission Ali Moghadam, P.E., Senior Engineer, Traffic January 24, 2002 Item 2 Parking Restriction - Solana Way between Ynez Road and Margarita Road RECOMMENDATION: That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission recommend that the City Council adopt a resolution restricting parking on Solana Way between Ynez Road and Margarita Road. BACKGROUND: The City received several requests to consider the possibility of restricting vehicular parking on Solana Way between Ynez Road and Margarita Road to alleviate increased parking congestion. The public has been notified of the Public/Traffic Safety Commission's consideration of this matter through the agenda notification process. Solana Way between Ynez Road and Margarita Road is classified as a 76 foot wide four (4) lane Major Highway on the City's General Plan Circulation Element with two travel lanes in each direction and a raised median. Currently, Solana Way is striped with two travel lanes in each direction and a raised median between Ynez Road and Motorcar Parkway, and two travel lanes with a two-way left mm lane between Motorcar Parkway and Margarita Road. On-street parking is allowed on both sides of Solana Way except at its intersections with Ynez Road and Margarita Road. Solana Way carries an Average Daily Traffic (ADT) volume of approximately 14,237. The speed limit is posted at 40 miles per hour. An evaluation was performed which included a review of traffic conditions, sight distance and accident history on Solana Way between Ynez Road and Margarita Road. A review of the reported accident history for the twenty-four (24) month period from November 1, 1999 through November 30, 2001 indicates that there were four (4) collisions on Solana Way between Ynez Road and Margarita Road. Of these, three (3) were broadside collisions and one (1) was a sideswipe collision. A review of the sight distance at the various driveways and street intersections along Solana Way indicates that the on-street parking does cause some visibility constraints at several locations. However, lack of sight distance was not a contributing factor in any of the collisions that occurred along Solana Way. A review of the traffic conditions on Solana Way indicates that on-street parking occurs routinely along both sides of Solana Way between Ynez Road and Margarita Road. The heavy on-street parking usage may be attributed to employees of the various car dealerships as well as some Guidant employees. The City's Subdivision Ordinance does require that every commercial use provide adequate on-site parking for both employees and customers. It is staff's opinion that each of the dealerships should adequately accommodate their employees parking on-site without utilizing on-street parking. Therefore, staffis recommending implementation of a parking restriction on both sides of Solana Way between Ynez Road and Margahta Road in order to improve safety and efficiency. FISCAL IMPACT: Funds are available in the Public Works Routine Street Maintenance Account. Attachment: 1. Exhibit "A" - Location Map 2. Exhibit "B" - Traffic Collision History Report 2 EXHIBIT "A" LOCATION MAP EXHIBIT "B" TRAFFIC COLLISION HISTORY REPORT o o ~ n, n- n,' LLI LLI LLI ITEM NO. 3 TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: AGENDA REPORT Public/Traffic Safety Commission Ali Moghadam, P.E., Senior Engineer, Traffic January 24 2002 Item 3 Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson RECOMMENDATION: That the Public/Traffic Safety Commission entertain nominations from the Commissioners to elect a Chairperson and a Vice-Chairperson to preside until the end of the 2002 calendar year. BACKGROUND: The Commission appoints a member to serve as Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson annually. This position will be assumed at the meeting of February, 2002 and the newly elected Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson will preside through the 2002 calendar year. FISCAL IMPACT: None ITEM NO. 4 TRAFFIC ENGINEER'S REPORT APPROVAL CITY ATTORNEY DIRECTOR OFFINANCE CITY MANAGER TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: CITY OF TEMECULA AGENDA REPORT City ManagedCity Council William G. Hughes, Director of Public Works/City Engineer January 22, 2002 Department of Public Works Monthly Activity Report RECOMMENDATION: Attached for City Council's review and filing is the Department of Public Works' Monthly Activity Reports for the month of November and December, 2001. MOACTRPT CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS Monthly Activity Report December 2001/January 2002 Prepared By: Amer Attar Submitted by: William G. Hughes Date: January 22, 2002 PROJECTS UNDER CONSTRUCTION 1. First Street Bridge This project will construct First Street from Pujol Street to Old Town Front Street, including the construction of a bridge over Mugrieta Creek and the realignment of Santiago Road. The project is complete. The Notice of Completion is going to the City Council on February 12, 2002. 2. Murrieta Creek Crossing Between Winchester and Rancho California Road - Low-flow Crossing at Via Montezuma This project will construct a low-flow crossing of Murdeta Creek connecting Diaz and Del Rio at Via Montezuma. In addition, this project will rehabilitate the street of Via Montezuma. This project is complete. Recording a conservation easement is in progress for the mitigation of the disturbed area. Draft Document was sent to the ACOE, Fish & Game and RWQCB for review on 10/31/01. RWQCB responded on 1/8/02 that it is acceptable to them. 3. City Maintenance Facility Alterations, Phase III This project will modify the existing two story masonry block building to accommodate a new second floor of office space over the existing two-story maintenance bay, including the installation of an elevator, and two new second floor restrooms. Building modifications are complete with the contractor working on punch list items from the walk through that occurred on January 8, 2002. 4. Margarita Road Widening, Pauba Road to Dartolo Road This project will widen Margarita Road from Pio Pico to Dartolo Road and re-landscape the medians from De Portola to SR 79 South. Included with this project is the pavement rehabilitation of Phase II (Pauba Road to Plo Pico. The contractor has completed the street work, with some minor punch list items still remaining. The 65-Working Days Maintenance period began on October 8, 2001. 5. Senior Center Expansion The expansion will include an addition of 3000 square feet to the existing building. The expansion will be for recreational, off~ce, and meeting purposes. It will include the addition of 3000 square feet of building area for recreational, office and meeting purposes. Roofing and siding is complete along with the installation of the interior drywall. Installation of the exterior brick veneer and interior flooring is currently underway. Installation of the kitchen equipment and cabinetry is scheduled for mid January followed by exterior flatwork. Scheduled completion is for early February 2002. R:WlonthlyActivity RepoffiC IPk200 l'~Dece mber.doc 6. AC Street Repairs - FY200! This project will rehabilitate and reconstruct selected City streets. Cunningham Davis was awarded the contract at the June 26 Council meeting in the amount of $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 s~ping and punch list items are all that remain. 7. Chaparral High School Swimming Pool A 25-yard x 25~meter pool will be built at Chaparral High School. The facility will include a smaller recreation pool component and a bathhouse with locker room facilities, restrooms and showers. Spray-type play equipment will be included as an element in the base construction bid. The block work for the two buildings is nearly complete. The underground work for the various drainage and piping systems is nearing completion. The tile work on the two swimming pools is complete and the pool deck is under construction. 8. Emergency Generator - City Hall & City Yard This project will install an emergency generator for City Hall. Contractor is ready to install Generator. City waiting to present enclosure plans to Business Park Association. Upon BPA approval Construction will begin. 9. Long Canyon Detention Basin 5-yr Habitat Maintenance Under this project, the Long Canyon Detention Basin will be planted and maintained for five years. Contractor having trouble grading due to wet conditions, will continue grading. Ln'igation system and planting should be complete by the end of February. 10. 1-15 Northbound On-Ramp Widening at Winchester Road This project will re-stripe westbound Winchester Road from Ynez Road to I-I 5 northbound on-ramp to allow for a better flow of traffic. This project will re-stripe Westbound Winchester Road from Ynez Road to 1-15 Northbound on-ramp to allow for a better flow of traffic. Bids were opened on 11/15/01. The lowest bidder is DBX, inc. with a bid of $32,390. The precon meeting was held on December 19, 2001. Work to start 01/26/02 (Saturday). PROJECTS BEING ADVERTISED FOR BIDS NONE PROJECTS IN DESIGN 1. Pala Road Improvements - Phase II (79 South to Pechanga Road) This project will widen Pala Road to its ultimate width from the Pala Road Bridge to Pechanga road. Plan check comments (70% Submittal) were returned to the consultant. Work is proceeding on the remainder of the design. The approval of Wolf Creek Drainage Basin Study by RCFC & WCD has been delayed because 2 R:~onthlyActivityRepo~C 11~200 l~December.doc hydrology studies upstream of Wolf Creek require prior approval from RCFC & WCD. Stuff will be using an appraiser to assist in the preparation of the real estate appraisal report. 2. Winchester Road Widening Between Enterprise Circle and Jefferson This project will add a right mm lane from Eastbound Winchester to Southbound Jefferson, starting at Enterprise Circle. O'Malley Engineering Corporation has provided the design survey data. The project was on hold and is being m-started at this time with the design. 3. Pala Road Improvements, Phase I - (Widening to accommodate four lanes from Pala Road Bridge to Wolf Valley) Pala Road Improvements, Phase I will give Pala Road two lanes in each direction (58 feet in width) from the Pala Road Bridge to the Pechanga Casino. It includes re-striping the entire length. This project is scheduled to be advertised for construction bids in February. 4. Traffic Signals Modifications at Pala Road and Loma Linda, and at Pala Road and Wolf Valley Two traffic signals will be modified to accommodate the road interim widening. Wildan, the City's consultant is updating the signal modification plans. This project is scheduled to be advertised for construction bids in February as part of the Pala Road Improvements, Phase I project. 5. Margarita Road Widening, Phase II (Interim), Pauba Road to Pio Pico This project will widen Margarita Road on an interim bases between Pauba Road and Plo Pico. As a result, Margarita Road will have four lanes throughout City limits. The City Council approved plans and specifications and authorized solicitation of bids on January 8, 2002. Project will be advertised for construction bids during next period. 6. Rancho California Road Bridge Widening Over Murrieta Creek This project will widen Rancho California Bridge over Murrieta Creek to provide four additional traffic lanes. The consultant has recently completed additional subsurface investigation work and has determined that them is a potential for lateral spreading. As a result the Consultant is currently revising a portion of the bridge foundation design to mitigate the findings. 90% drawings will be submitted this mouth. 7. Temecula Library A full service library, approximately 34,000 square feet in area, will be designed and built on Panba Road, just west of Fire Station #84. This project will provide the community with library resources and services. The design is progressing on schedule. Architect is finishing the final plans. A separate parcel is being created for the library (Plat & Description) for bond purposes. Utility services construction will be coordinated with Pauba Road, Phase II Street Improvements. 8. Pauba Road Improvements - Phase II (Margarita Road to Showalter Road) This project will widen Pauba Road from Showalter to just west of Margarita Road to its ultimate width. The project is in design and the work is being coordinated with design of the library project. 100% design plans and specs will be submitted to the City for review shortly. All utility issues are being addressed. Work is being coordinated with design of the library project. 3 R :'dvl onthlyAe6 vityRepor t~CIP~2001 ~December .doc 9. Murrieta Creek Bridge - Overland Drive Extension to Diaz This project will entail alignment studies and the design of an extension of Overland Drive, westerly to Diaz Road, which includes a new bridge over Murrieta Creek. The project includes the widening of Overland Drive from Jefferson Avenue to 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 sent comments to the consultant regarding the negative declaration to [evise the environmental documents. Phases 2, 3 & 4 of the Design will begin next month pending council approval. 10. New Temecula Sports Complex A new 40+ Acres sports complex will be built on Pala Road at Wolf Valley. The new location of the complex is on Pala Road, near Wolf Valley. The soils report indicated substantial and costly removals. Staff is evaluating options on preparing the site or choosing a different site. The consultant, RJM Design is finishing up the preliminary master plan of the sports complex. 11. Fire Station - Wolf Creek Site A full service fire station will be constructed in the Wolf Creek development area. Initial construction drawings to be submitted by the end of February 2002 12. Diaz Road Realignment Under this project, Diaz Road will be realigned to Vincent Moraga Road at Rancho California Road. Business Park Drive will be a T-intersection at Diaz. City staff is currently designing the project. Anticipated design completion is scheduled for April 2002. 13. Rancho California Road Median Modifications at Town Center The project will include the closing of the two median openings on Rancho California Road in front of the Town Center, while lengthening the left turn lanes at Ynez Road, Town Center Drive, and Via Los Colinas to improve traffic circulation. The design is 90% complete with the exception of the landscaping. Landscaping design is currently at 70% completion. Bidding is scheduled for Februar~ 2002. 14. Rancho California Road Widening at Ynez Road (Add right turn lane to westbound lanes) This project will add a right mm lane on westbound Rancho California Road at Ynez Road. Right of way acquisition at the northeast comer of Rancho California and Ynez is in the process of being done. In-house design is 95% complete. 15. Landscaping and Sidewalk On 79 South (Front Street to Pala Road) The project consists of the design and construction of new sidewalk, landscaping, and irrigation along State Route 79 South between Pala Road and Old Town Front Street. The design consultant and contract agreement was approved at the November 27 Council meeting. A kick-off meeting was heid and associated documents have been received from the County in order to begin the design process. 16. Alignment Study for Murrieta Creek Bridge Between Winchester Road and Temecula's City Limits and Diaz Road Extension This study will determine the alignment and location of the Murrieta Creek crossing between Winchester Road to the northern City Limits. In addition, the study will be combined with the Diaz Road Extension alignment 4 R:hMonthlyActivityRepor t\C I~200 l'~December.doc study and design. Coordination with the City of Murrieta, Flood Control and Army Corps of Engineers is necessary. The Consultant and Staffmet 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. 17. Bridge Barrier Rail Upgrade, Rainbow Canyon Road over Pechanga Creek/Del Rio Road over Empire Creek This project will replace the existing barrier rails of the Rainbow Canyon Bridge over Pechanga Creek and the Del Rio Road Bridge over Empire Creek. Contract documents have been returned and the Purchase Order was issued. Kick off meeting was held on January 15, 2002. 18. Fire Station - Wolf Creek Site A fire station will be built at the Wolf Creek Site. Initial construction drawings are to be submitted by the end of Febmary 2002. 19. Community Theatre This project will create a community theatre at the old Mercantile building in downtown Temecula. Preliminary design of project is underway with design survey complete. City is expecting plans for first plan check any day. 20. City Maintenance Facility Modifications (Parking Lo0 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. A scoping meeting was held on l 1/12/01. Research on existing base maps for the proposed area and as-builts for the existing security fence near the maintenance facility is underway. 21. Pujol Street Sidewalk Improvements - Phase II This project will complete the knuckle at the intersection of Sixth Street and Felix Valdez. PROJECTS THAT ARE SUSPENDED OR ON-HOLD 1. Margarita Road/Winchester Road Intersection Improvements Project is on hoM. Under this project, an additional left turn from eastbound Winchester to northbound Margarita will be added in order to accommodate increasing traffic volumes. Design is 50% complete. This project may be done by a developer. 2. 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 5 R:hM onthlyActivityRepoffxCIPk200 I'iDecember.doc 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 Stree~ Interchange. This project is suspended indef'mitely. 6 R:'~Vlou~lyActivityRepor0,ClP~2001 ~Decem~er.doc MEMORANDUM TO:' Bill Hughes, Director of Public Works/City Engineer · FROM: /~?~ Brad Buron, Maintenance Superintendent / DATE: December 4, 2001 SUBJECT: Monthly Activity Report - November, 2001 The following activities were per[ormed by Public Works Department, Street Maintenance Division in-house personnel for the month of November,.2001: I. SIGNS A. B. C. Total signs replaced Total signs installed Total signs repaired 61 2O 11 9 I1. TREES A. Total trees trimmed for sight distance and street sweeping concerns Ill. ASPHALT REPAIRS A. Total square feet of A. C. repairs B. Total Tons 37514 28 IV. CATCH BASINS A. Total catch basins cleaned 333 RIGHT-OF-WAY WEED ABATEMENT A. Total square footage for right-of-way abatement 3~500 VI. GRAFFITI REMOVAL A. Total locations B. Total S.F. 19 5~809 VII. STENCILING A. 177 New and repainted legends B. 216 L.F. of new and repainted red curb and striping Also, City Maintenance staff responded to 45 service order requests ranging from weed abatement, tree trimming, sign repair, A.C. failures, litter removal, and catch basin cleanings. This is compared to 7._.~0 service order requests for the month of October, 2001. The Maintenance Crew has also put in 103 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 November, 2001 was $ 48,273.00 compared to $ 30,998.00 for the month of October, 2001. Account No. 5402 $ 30,893.00 Account No. 5401 $ 15,700.00 Account No. 999-5402 $ 1,680.00 CC: Ron Parks, Deputy Director of Public Works Ali Moghadam, Senior Engineer - (ClP/Traffic) Greg Butler, Senior Engineer (Capita~ Improvements) Amer Attar, Senior Engineer (Capital Improvements) Jerry Alegda, Senior Engineer - (Land Development) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 DATE 11/01/01 11~$/01 11/05/01 11/05/01 11/0~Dl 11/06/01 11/07/01 l 1/07/01 11/08/01 11/13/01 11/13/01 11/14/01 11/15/01 11/15/01 11/19/01 11/19/01 11/26/01 11/27/01 11/28/91 CITY OF TEMECULA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS .ROADS DIVISION GRAFFITI REMOVAL MONTH OF NOVEMBER, 2001 LOCATION BUTi'ERFIELD STAGE BRK)GE S/O 79(S) PAUBA 500' PAST STATION 84 MARGARITA S/B 200' NOlO STONEWOOD MARGARITA N/B 40 N/O RAMSEY MARGARITA AT SANTIAGO 29140 STONEWOOD 29766 RANCHO CALIFORNIA ROAD WINCHESTER AT MARGARITA I- 15 FWY. AT RANCHO CALIFORNIA ROAD MONTI~I.RGRO AT I .Iz'I~NA WAY HWY 79(S) AT JEDEDIAH SMITH WINCHESTER AT DIAZ 42101 MORAGA 28903 RANCHO CALIFORNIA ROAD NICHOLAS AT NORTH GENERAL KEARNEY C STREET AT SANTIAGO NICHOLAS Al NORTH GENERAL KEARNEY 27471 YNEZ ROAD MAIN STREET BRIDGE WORK COMPLETED REMOVED 4,325 S.F. OF GRAFFITI REMOVED 6 S.F. OF GRAFFITI REMOVED 8 S.F. OF GRAFFITI ~OVED 8 S.F. OF GRAFFITI REMOVED 24 S.F. OF GRAFFITI REMOVED 6 S.F. OF GRAFFITI REMOVED 164 S.F. OF GRAFFITI REMOVED 22 S.F. OF GRAFFITI REMOVED 180 S.F. OF GRAFFITI REMOVED 14 S.F. OF GRAFFITI REMOVED 270 S.F. OF GRAFFITI REMOVED 104 S.F. OF GRAFFITI REMOVED 40 S.F. OF GRAFFITI REMOVED 32 S.F. OF GRAFFITI REMOVED 288 S.F. OF GRAFFITI REMOVED 108 S.F. OF GRAFFITI REMOVED 14 S.F. OF GRAFFITI REMOVED 150 S.F. OF GRAFFITI REMOVED 46 S.F. OF GRAFFITI TOTAL S.F. GRAFFITI REMOVED 5,809 TOTAL LOCATIONS 19 TO: FROM: DATE: MEMORANDUM Bill Hughes, Director of Public Works/City Engineer Brad Buren, Maintenance Superintendent January 2, 2002 , SUBJECT: Monthly Activity Report - December, 200t The following activities were performed by Public Works Department, Street Maintenance Division in-house personnel for the month of December, 2001: I. SIGNS A. Total signs replaced t01 B. Total signs installed 85 C. Total signs repaired 11 II. TREES A. Total trees trimmed for sight distance and street sweeping concems 28 III. ASPHALT REPAIRS A. Total square feet of A. C. repair B. Total Tons 2~039 5O IV, CATCH BASINS A. Total catch basin~ cleaned 331 RIGHT-OF-WAY WEED ABATEMENT A. Total square footage for right-of-way abatement 5~000 VI. VII. GRAFFITI REMOVAL A. Total locations 27 B. Total S.F. 1~134 STENCILING A. 256 New and repainted legends B. - 0 - L.F. of new and repainted red curb and striping Also, City Maintenance staff responded to 40 service order requests ranging from weed abatement, tree trimming, sign repair, A.C. failures, lifter removal, and catch basin cleanings. This is compared to 45 service order requests for the month of November, 2001. The Maintenance Crew has also put in 205 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 December, 2001 was $103~470.94 compared to $ 48~273.00 for the month of November, 2001. Account No. 5402 $ 15,380.00 Account No. 5401 $ 9,210.00 Account No. 999-5402 $ -0- Ron Parks, Deputy Director of Public Works Ali Moghadam, Senior Engineer- (CIP/Traffic) Greg Butler, Senior Engineer - (Capital Improvements) Amer Attar, Senior Engineer - (Capital Improvements) Jerry Alegria, Senior Engineer - (Land Development) DATE 12/07/01 12/10/01 12/11/01 12/13/01 12/13/01 12/17/01 12/17/01 12/17/01 12/18/01 12/18/01 12/19/01 12/21/01 12/21~1 12/24~1 12r26tD1 12/26/01 12/26/01 CITY OF TEMECULA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS ROADS DMSION GRAFFITI REMOVAL MONTH OF DECEMBER, 2001 LOCATION NO. GENERAL KEARNY AT SANTA GERTRUDIS CREEK 1-15 AT TEMECUI~ CREEK SOLANA AT MARGARITA 39960 NO. GENERAL KEARNY 27480 COLT EMPIRE CREEK AT YNEZ ROAD TOWN CEIN 1 ER NORTH AT YNEZ 42192 LYNDIE LANE MARGARITA AT MORAGA RANCHO CALIF. ROAD AT CALLE TAJO 29601 MIRA LOMA MORAGA ROAD AT CHANNEL 42101 MORAGA HUMBER AT LONG VALLEY RANCHO VISTA AT SANTA SUSANA 30302 LONG VALLEY 1 s'r STREET BRIDGE WORK COMPLETED REMOVED 23 S.F. OF GRAFFITI ~OVED 399 S.F. OF GRAFFITI REMOVED ' 2 S.F. OF GRAFFITI REMOVED 2 S.F. OF GRAFFITI REMOVED 50 S.F. OF GRAFFITI (5 LOCATIONS) REMOVED 99 S.F. OF GRAFFITI REMOVED 16 S.F. OF GRAFFITI REMOVED 2 S.F. OF GRAFFITI REMOVED 4 S.F. OF GRAFFITI (3 LOCATIONS) REMOVED 134 S.F. OF GRAFFm REMOVED 18 S.F. OF GRAFFITI REMOVED 3 S.F. OF GRAFFITI REMOVED 15 S.F. OF GRAFFITI (3 LOCATIONS) REMOVED 143 S.F. OF GRAFFITI (3 LOCATIONS) REMOVED 29 S.F. OF GRAFFITI REMOVED 15 S.F. OF GRAFFITI REMOVED 180 S.F. OF GRAFFITI TOTAL S.F. GRAFFIII REMOVED 1~134 TOTAL LOCATIONS 27 ITEM NO. 5 POLICE CHIEF'S REPORT APPROVAL ~/,,~""~ CITY ATTORNEY /'/~.///~ DIRECTOR OF FINANCE~ CITY MANAGER ~/~ TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: CITY OF TEMECULA AGENDA REPORT City Manager/City Council Jim Domenoe, Chief of Police~~'/ January22,2002 Monthly Departmental Report The following report reflects special teams, traffic enforcement and miscellaneous activity occurring during December of 2001. The Police Depadment responded to forty "priority one" calls for service during the month of December, with an average response time of approximately 4.3 minutes. A total of 3,438 calls for police service were generated in the Cityof Temecula during the month. During the month of December the Temecula Police Department's Town Center Storefront served a total of 157 customers. Fifty-seven sets of fingerprints were taken, fifteen people filed police reports, eight people had citations signed off and five oversize vehicle permits were issued. Crime Prevention Officer Lynn Fanene padicipated in a number of special events and community-oriented programs during the month. Officer Fanene conducted a Crime Prevention workshop/presentation. He also coordinated requests for patrol ride-a-longs. Additionally, he continued to provide residential and business security surveys/visits and past crime follow-up. Officer Fanene also continued to process City Planning Depadment submissions of site plans/conditions. The POP Teams continued to work on the "Crime Free Multi-Housing" project. At this time there is 70% compliance with this program across the City. The teams continued their Warrant Apprehension Program during the month, which resulted in two felony arrests and eighteen misdemeanor arrests. The POP Teams continued with their proactive patrol efforts and made four additional felony arrests and thidy misdemeanor arrests during the month of December. Additionally, the POP Teams worked many long hours of surveillance, attempting to identify and locate the suspect(s) responsible for the window-smash burglaries occurring in the business district. The POP Teams were successful in developing leads for those cases. The Old Town Storefront serves as an office for one of the POP teams and a location to assist the public with police services. This has greatly increased their availability to serve the Old Town area. During December, the Old Town Storefront served 110 customers. Six sets of fingerprints were taken, fifteen reports were written, and four citations were signed off. The traffic team reported that during the month of December there were 609 citations issued for hazardous violations, 159 citations were issued for non-hazardous violations and 117 parking Monthly Departmental Report Page 2 citations were issued. During the month there were eleven injury traffic collisions, seventy-two non- injury collisions were reported and forty-five drivers were arrested for DUI. The Neighborhood Enforcement Team (NET) program resulted in thirty-five 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 se',enty-two citations being issued. On Sunday, December 16th, a fatal traffic collision occurred that involved a pedestrian walking south across Highway 79 at Jedediah Smith Road. The pedestrian and his dog were struck and killed by a vehicle traveling eastbound on Highway 79. The investigation into the cause and the contributing factors of the collision continues. No arrests were made relating to this collision. During the month of December, the POP officers assigned to the Promenade Mall handled a total of 185 calls for service. The r0ajority of these calls were for shoplifting investigations. During the month, calls and on-sight activity resulted in the criminal arrest and filings on twenty-one misdemeanors and six felony cases for various offenses. Seventeen citations were also issued. Officers Robles and Rupe continued to provide training to securitystaff during the month. The mall officers continued to work on vehicle theft and burglary programs. Onlyone vehicle burglary and one vehicle theft occurred during the month of December, which represents success for the POP Teams during the holiday shopping season. The posse also increased their presence around the mall on weekends with extra patrols of the parking areas. The five school resource officers continued to remain active during December. They conducted a total of fifteen school presentations. The topics of these presentations ranged from "Stranger Danger" to "lnhalants"to "Drug Update for Teachers." The school resource officers also conducted many counseling sessions with students. One misdemeanor arrest for battery, one misdemeanor arrest of a parent for drunk in public, and two arrests for curfew violations were made during the month. A total of thirty-two investigations/reports were conducted/written by the school resource officers during December. 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 78th 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 Depadment by providing training during home visits with incorrigible/at risk juveniles. Officer Adams also made a misdemeanor arrest of a female juvenile for being under the influence of marijuana during the month of December. During the month of December, the Special Enforcement Team (SET Team) of Officers Todd Pauiing and John Morin handled a total of fifteen cases. These cases resulted in twenty-one misdemeanor and fifteen felony arrests, primarily for narcotics 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. The SET officers recovered marijuana, cocaine, methamphetamine and marijuana plants during December. 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 Depadment's volunteer staff contributed 474 hours of service in December. Volunteer assignments include computer data input, logistics support, special event assistance and telephone answering duties. Monthly Depadmental Report Page 3 The CommunityAction Patrol (CAP) Program began its academy on Saturday, October 20th. This academy concluded on Saturday, December 1,2001. Some of the duties of these volunteers in the CAP Program will be 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 depadment. The police department utilizes reserve officers to assist with patrol, traffic enforcement, crime prevention, off road vehicle enforcement and a variety of special functions. Reserve police officers worked a total of 159.5 hours during the month of December (52 hours were specifically spent on patrol in Temecula).