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UKIAH CIVIC CENTER
Conference Room No. 3
300 Seminary Avenue
Ukiah, California 95482
MARCH 10, 1998
3:00 P.M.
AGENDA
KENNEDY, DEWEY, FERNANDEZ, HARRIS
LOONEY, ROBERTS, SAWYER AND
TURNER
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: FEBRUARY 10, 1998
III. AUDIENCE COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
The Traffic Engineering Committee welcomes input from the audience. In order
for everyone to be heard, please limit your comments to three (3) minutes per
person and not more than 10 minutes per subject. The Brown Act regulations
do not allow action to be taken on non-agenda items.
IV. DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS:
NEW BUSINESS
a. Request to establish an additional handicap parking space on Dora Street
near Perkins Street -Betty Austin, Chairman, First Presbyterian Church.
b. Request to establish a northbound bus stop on North State Street at
Henry in the existing red curb area -Steve Turner, MTA.
c. Engineering Report on Airport Park Boulevard Speed Zone -Rick
Kennedy, Director of Public Works/City Engineer
OLD BUSINESS
N/A
V. COMMITTEE MEMBER REPORTS
VI. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS
VII. ADJOURNMENT
Please call Kathy Kinch at 463-6274
if you are unable to attend the meeting.
The City of Ukiah complies with the ADA requirement and will attempt to reasonably
accommodate individuals with disabilities upon request.
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A031098
MINUTES
TRAFFIC ENGINEERING COMMITTEE
February 10, 1998
MEMBERS PRESENT
Chris Dewey, Ukiah Police Department
(3:27 p.m. arrival)
Mike Hams, Assistant City Manager
Rick Kennedy, City Engineer
Jim Looney, Public Works Superintendent
Donna Roberts, Public Member
Charles Stump, Senior Planner
(for Robert Sawyer)
Steve Tumer. MTA
None
STAFF PRESENT
Marge Giuntoli,
Recording Secretary
MEMBERS ABSENT
Bill Fernandez
Robert Sawyer
It was the consensus of the Committee to designate City Engineer Kennedy as Acting Chair, since
both Chairman Fernandez and Vice-Chairman Dewey were absent from the meeting.
The Traffic Engineering Committee was called to order by Acting Chair Kennedy at 3:07 p.m. in
Conference Room 1, Ukiah Civic Center, 300 Seminary Avenue, Ukiah, California. Roll was taken
with the results noted above.
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES -December 9, 1997
Acting Chair Kennedy noted an error on the agenda relative to approval of minutes, and corrected
the date from January 13, 1998 to December 9, 1997. The December minutes were correctly
included in the Committee packet for review prior to the meeting.
ON A MOTION by Member Hams, seconded by Member Looney, it was carried by an all AYE voice
vote of the members present to approve the minutes of December 9, 1997 as submitted. Member
Kennedy abstained from the vote.
III. AUDIENCE COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
No audience was present.
IV. DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS
NEW BUSINESS
a. Request from Mendocino Transit Authority fMTA1 To Relocate Southbound Bus
Stop From 1170 South State Street In Front Of Ukiah Ford South Pa~+
Washington Avenue To A Location In Front Of 1207 South State Street Steve
Turner. MTA
Member Turner advised that because Redwood Business Park was added to the MTA route, the
bus stop at 1170 South State Street is no longer in an ideal location, since the bus must cross two
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lanes of traffic to get into the left tum pocket to turn left on Hastings Road. He requested the stop
be relocated further south to 1207 South State Street.
Member Looney clarified it would only be necessary to move the bus stop sign, since there were
no curb markings.
ON A MOTION by Member Harris, seconded by Member Stump, it was carried by an all AYE voice
vote of the members present to approve the request from MTA to relocate the southbound bus stop
from 1170 South State Street, in front of Ukiah Ford, south past Washington Avenue to a location
in front of 1207 South State Street. Member Tumer abstained from the vote.
b. Discussion Of Reported Traffic Incident At Gobbi Street And Driveway At
Yokayo Shopping Center.
Acting Chair Kennedy noted the absence of the written attachments regarding this incident, and
verbally reported that the matter involved Captain John Williams of the Ukiah Police Department,
who was traveling eastbound on Gobbi Street when a driver attempted to make a left hand tum out
of Yokayo Shopping Center and hit Captain Williams' vehicle in the rear panel. The officer who
wrote the incident report suggested it be referred to this Committee.
Mr. Kennedy further reported that under the last phase of the construction of the new Safeway and
following the demolition of the old store, Safeway's driveway on the north side of Gobbi Street will
be redone and the bus turnout installed. This new driveway will then be located opposite the
driveway of Yokayo Shopping Center, whereas currently they are offset. Since it is permissible to
turn either left or right out of Yokayo, the driver was not making an illegal tum. It appears this
incident was caused by the amount of traffic activity in that area and the failure of the driver to yield
the right-of-way.
ON A MOTION by Member Hams, seconded by Member Turner, it was carried by an all AYE voice
vote of the members present to receive the report, and indicate there was no action at this time the
Committee feels appropriate to take or recommend.
OLD BUSINESS
a. Traffic Survey Report For Traffic Calming Devices Along Clara Avenue And Ford
Street.
Acting Chair Kennedy advised that at the City Manager's request, City staff conducted a traffic
survey of the traffic calming measures recently installed along Clara Avenue and Ford Street. He
reviewed the figures, and stated that the purpose of the survey was to determine if the devices were
slowing traffic as they were intended to do. The results have shown they have definitely been
effective, appearing to reduce speeds by at least 5 miles per hour. Traffic volumes were not
measured. The volume was not relevant in this case since the intent was to slow vehicle speed and
not to discourage motorists from using that route.
Member Roberts commented it appeared to her that the traffic volume had been reduced, and that
it was definitely more comfortable in the neighborhood now that speeds have slowed.
Discussion followed relative to an additional location for an island off of Clara Avenue, where the
speeds begin to increase. Mr. Kennedy advised that the City Council had approved three locations
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for the traffic circles: Myron and Ford; Sidnie and Ford; and Sidnie and Clara. He stated he would
include in his report to the Council that staff is working with the Committee to ascertain a location
for a third traffic circle which would consist of planters at a different location that is acceptable to the
school district. It was clarified that locations had been identified for two islands and three traffic
circles. Presently there are two traffic circles, two islands, and abulb-out on Mason Street. The
third traffic circle has not been constructed at the original approved location since the traffic circles
impact buses trying to make a left turn around them, and the school district was attempting to reroute
their buses. Staff will consult with them prior to determining the third location. Plants for the circles
have been ordered, and will be hardy, low-growing, and drought resistant.
Member Dewey arrived at the meeting at 3:27 p.m.
Member Roberts noted that some of the bricks had been torn out of the circle on Ford Street.
It was the consensus of the group that the Traffic Engineering Committee had no changes to Mr.
Kennedy's proposed report to the City Council.
b. Relocated MTA Stop On East Gobbi In Front Of Harold Sauare Was Installed
Further East Than Anticipated Due To Concerns From Park Resident
Informational Only -Steve Turner. MTA
Member Turner reported that, in answer to a concern from a resident who lives at the west end of
Harold Square, the MTA bus shelter was installed further east between the two driveways and near
the RV and trailer parking. Autumn Leaves has completed their rebuilding following the fire, and
have powered the light in the shelter on their side of Gobbi Street. The dark-colored glass wind
screen has been removed from the front, and since the shelter is now well lit, it is hoped there will
be no loitering by individuals. He has also requested that Safeway run power to the new shelter
location on Gobbi Street as part of the completion of their new parking lot, but as yet has received
no response.
Member Stump advised he would follow up with the Safeway request.
Member Roberts commented on the attractiveness of the bus turnouts near the shopping center
on Orchard Avenue.
V. COMMITTEE MEMBER REPORTS
Acting Chair Kennedy inquired if Member Dewey had any knowledge relative to the traffic incident
involving Captain Williams.
Member Dewey replied he did not.
There were no further reports.
VI. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS
Member Turner noted he had observed eastbound traffic at peak time backing up from the Orchard
Avenue intersection to Leslie Street that was blocking the "T" intersection of Warren Drive and
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Perkins Street. He suggested marking the intersection "Keep Clear" so that it could still be used
even though motorists are backed up at the stoplight.
Discussion followed wherein it was determined the law demanded intersections be kept clear;
however, a hazardous situation could be created if motorists are encouraged to come out across two
lanes in front of the westbound traffic.
Member Harris inquired regarding whether the Chevron station at Perkins Street and Orchard
Avenue had been required to improve their corner when they redid their tanks.
Acting Chair Kennedy replied Chevron contacted City Manager Horsley several months ago and
complained when Kmart began to redo that intersection, stating they had paid the City money several
years ago, and no work had been done. He clarified that the reason was because of the location
of the power, which is a major line. Payment was made only for Chevron's portion; there are not
sufficient monies to fund the expense of under grounding and relocation of the power poles.
Member Roberts referenced the Perkins Street westbound left turn lane to Orchard Avenue, and
inquired if the left tum lane could be stair-stepped back to allow large trucks to turn adequately from
southbound Orchard.
Acting Chair Kennedy replied he could think of no reason why it could not be stepped; the
Engineering Department would investigate the matter.
Discussion followed regarding the traffic backup past Albertson's store during the holiday season,
wherein it was noted that a thiM right turn lane had been added, but the left tum lane was too short
and motorists stack in the through lane. It was recommended that the lines be erased from the
painted double island near Albertson's in order to open up the street for southbound traffic. The
Engineering Department would investigate.
Member Dewey advised that the Police Department had been working the radar and issuing
citations on Leslie Street. He noted that the prima facia speed limit in front of schools and senior
citizen complexes was 25 miles per hour, and suggested the signing of the senior citizen zone
unless the cost were prohibitive.
Member Looney suggested it was appropriate to sign the senior area as one of "Reduced Speed."
Acting Chair Kennedy stated the 25 mile per hour speed limit will be posted, but that it will also be
noted in the administrative files that the area was signed because of a senior citizen complex.
Member Looney reported he had received a call from a citizen whose husband slipped and fell on
the painted crosswalk on Hospital Drive between the hospital and the pharmacy. He stated he was
unsure of what remedy there could be for the problem.
Acting Chair Kennedy commented that glass beads are incorporated into the paint when the
crosswalks are painted. The glass beads usually provide enough abrasion to act as a non slip
surface.
Member Looney reported a citizen had inquired if a stop sign could replace the yield sign on the
south end of Gardens Avenue where it intersects with Mendocino Drive. He stated that he assumed
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the yield sign was installed to slow down the traffic, and that since a driver must encroach into the
street to see to the east, a stop sign would be ineffective.
Discussion followed relative to the 24minute parking zone that was requested by Henne's Candies,
and if that zone should be reverted back now that Henne's had closed its business. It was the
consensus of the Committee not to take any action regarding such at this time, since the business
was for sale and the new owners may desire the limited parking zone remain in place.
VII. ADJOURNMENT
ON A MOTION by Member Hams, seconded by Member Looney, it was carried by an all AYE voice
vote of the members present to adjourn the meeting.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 4:03 p.m.
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Marg Giunt ,Recording Secre ary
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City of Ukiah
City of Zlkiah
UKIAH FIRE DEPARTMENT
PROJECT REVIEW COMMENTS
Traffic Engineering Committee
PROJECT: MTA Northbound Bus Stop Addition
LOCATION: State and Henry Streets, Ukiah
DATE: March 10, 1998
REVIEWED BY: Bruce P. Evans, Fire Marshal
Fire Department Project Review Comments are best recommendations based upon
the information submitted, and do not constitute binding conditions or approval of any
aspect of the project. Specific conditions, requirements and approvals are conducted
only upon receipt of plans in conjunction with an Application for Building Permit.
A fire hydrant is located in the immediate vicinity of this project. Uniform Fire Code
Section 1001.7.2 requires that a minimum 3-foot clear space be maintained around
the circumference of fire hydrants. No structure or obstructions of any kind may be
placed within this clear space.
CITY OF UKIAH DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC SURVEY NO. 98-1
PROPOSED SPEED ZONE -AIRPORT PARK BOULEVARD
March 4, 1998
DATA
1. Street: Airport Park Boulevard
2. Limits: Talmage Road to 4,340 feet South
3. Classification of terrain: Flat
4. Roadside development: Commercial, low density
5. Type of roadway: Asphalt concrete
6. Width of roadway: Talmage Road to 2,795 feet South, four lanes with two
lanes Northbound and two lanes Southbound, 12 feet per lane; 2,795 feet
South to South end of Airport Park Boulevard, 1 lane Northbound and 1 lane
Southbound at 12 feet per lane
7. Condition of surface: Talmage Road to Commerce Drive -significant surface
deflections; Commerce Drive to south end -acceptable
8. Shoulder or parking width: Not applicable
9. Sight distance: Satisfactory
10. Range of critical speeds on curves: Not applicable
11. The average dailytraffic volume for Airport Park Boulevard is 5,371 vehicles.
The traffic count was conducted January 9 - 15, 1998 on Airport Park
Boulevard between the Shell service station and Wal-Mart. A summary of
the traffic count data is attached.
12. Reported accidents: There have been 13 accidents in the last three years
through the period ending November 23, 1997. Twelve of these accidents
have occurred at the intersection of Airport Park Boulevard and Commerce
Drive.
13. A speed survey was conducted on August 22, 1997 at the southwest corner
of Airport Park Boulevard and Commerce Drive. The data sheets and
cumulative speed curves are attached to this report. The 85th percentile
speed for Northbound traffic is 31.7 mph. The 85th percentile speed for
Southbound traffic is 34.8 mph.
14. Speed range of pace, miles per hour: Northbound: 22-32 mph
Southbound: 25-35 mph
15. Night conditions warranting change from daytime speed: None
16. Business District: Airport Park Boulevard does not currently meet the
requirements of a business district as defined in the 1998 California
Vehicle Code (CVC) Sections 235 and 240.
CONCLUSION
On the basis of an engineering and traffic survey completed in accordance with
CVC Section 627 and in accordance with the provisions of the CVC Sections 22357
and 22358, a prima facie speed limit of 30 mph should be established on Airport
Park Boulevard within the limits of this survey. The speed limit of 30 mph is at or
near the 85th percentile vehicle speed and is further supported by the following
conditions that are not apparent to the prudent driver:
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Engineering and Traffic Survey No. 98-1
March 4, 1998
For the north section of Airport Park Boulevard, 2,795 feet of four lane street. This section
from Talmage Road to the south line of Friedman Brothers is not a City maintained street.
The existing street conditions warrant a speed zone of 30 mph. These conditions
are:
a. The street striping is faded and only partially visible to the motoring public.
b. The road surface between Talmage Road and Commerce Drive has
significant surface deflections.
2. The intersection of Airport Park Boulevard and Commerce drive is unique to
drivers of Ukiah. At no other location in the City will drivers stop on the minor street
leg of the intersection and cross free flowing traffic on a four lane boulevard with
median islands. Although sight distance at this intersection is satisfactory, motorists
crossing Airport Park Boulevard on Commerce Drive must use caution to avoid
Northbound/Southbound traffic.
For the south section of Airport Park Boulevard from the south line of Friedman Brothers
to Mendocino Brewing Company, 1,545 feet of two lane street:
1. This section is currently ahalf-width street with a half median island.
2. The section is controlled by stop signs at the north and the south ends.
Ric Howard Kennedy
Director of Public Works! City E ineer
AIRPORT PARK BOULEVARD TRAFFIC COUNT DATA, JANUARY 1998
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Summary of Traffic Counts -Airpor t Park Boulevard
Data Received from Mendocino Co. Public Works on January 16, 1998
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15-Jan-98 Thursday 2,949 2,432 5,381
Averadie Daily 7ra~ic 2,735 ~ 2,636 5,371
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REPORT NO.: 97-O1.XLS
March 3, 1998
Ukiah Traffic Commission
Ukiah City Hall
300 Seminary Ave
Ukiah CA 95482
Re: Establishment of Additional
Handicapped Curb Parking
Dear Commission Members:
Ukiah Presbyterian Church currently has one handicapped
parking space on Dora Street near Perkins Street. This
space is utilized for both handicapped unloading and
parking during church related activities.
We find that we have more than one or two handicapped
persons requiring the 'blue' curb for parking. This is
not always the case as some persons come for one activity
and some come for another.
We are requesting the establishment of one more handi-
capped parking designated by the blue curb. It should
be in close proximity to the current spot - either the
space just ahead of just behind the current space. We
do have a loading-unloading white curb just to the south
of the current handicapped space.
Is this something we can accomplish via the 'letter
route' or should we plan to make an appearancg. As
Chairman of the Board of Trustees, we are the designated
group which takes care of such matter as this for our
Church.
Please let me know if my presence is required, or just
what the next step in this procedure should be.
Thank you for your interest in this matter.
Sincerely,
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$e~y C~~ustin, Chairma~
Board of Trustees
First Presbyterian Church
Phone: 462-4588 (message) or 463-1077
Mail: 599 Plum Drive, Ukiah CA 95482-4521