HomeMy WebLinkAbouttecp_041205TRAFFIC ENGINEERING COMMITTEE AGENDA
UKIAH CIVIC CENTER
Conference Room No. 3
300 Seminary Avenue
Ukiah, California 95482
TUESDAY, APRIL 12, 2005
3:00 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER:
Archibald, Lohse, Baxter, Seanor, Turner, Walker, Whitaker, and Chairman Kageyama
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: February 8, 2005
3. 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.
4. OLD BUSINESS:
a. None.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
a. Discussion and possible action regarding proposed loading zone at Ukiah Brewing Co.
b. Discussion and possible action regarding request for handicap parking space at
619 Willow Avenue.
c. Discussion and possible action regarding Thomas Street, Perry Street, and Cunningham
Street traffic concerns.
6.
a. Update on City Traffic Circulation Study (verbal report)
b. Update on City Parking Study (verbal report)
c. Update on crosswalks (verbal report)
d. Route 101 Corridor Interchange Study (verbal report)
7. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS:
8. ADJOURNMENT
Please call Katrina Ballard at 463-6203 if you are unable to attend the meeting.
The City of Ukiah complies with ADA requirements and will attempt to reasonably accommodate individuals with
disabilities upon request.
Minutes
TRAFFIC ENGINEERING COMMITTEE
April 12, 2005
Members Present
Patsy Archibald
Dan Baxter
Ben Kageyama, Chair
Dave Lohse
Rick Seanor
Steve Turner
Dan Walker
Jerry Whitaker
Members Absent
None
The meeting was called
Conference Room No. 3,
California.
Others Present
Allen Cooperrider
Dorothy Rae
Bev Goveia
Staff Present
Cathy Elawadly, Recording
Secretary
to order by Chair Ben Kageyama at 3:00 p.m. in
Ukiah Civic Center, 300 Seminary Avenue, Ukiah,
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: February 8, 2005
Member Whitaker recommended correcting the time Member Baxter came to
the meeting to 3:08 p.m., and the time Member Turner came to the meeting to
3:13 p.m.
ON A MOTION by Member Lohse, seconded by Member Whitaker, it was carried
by an all AYE voice vote of the members present to approve the
February 8, 2005 minutes, as amended.
III. AUDIENCE COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
No one from the audience came forward.
IV. OLD BUSINESS
a. None
V. NEW BUSINESS
a. Discussion and possible action regarding proposed loading
zone at Ukiah Brewing Co.
Member Seanor stated the owners of Ukiah Brewing Company have requested
a loading zone be implemented on South State Street for vendors/musicians to
use when loading/unloading supplies/equipment for the business. The proposed
loading zone could be used by other businesses along South State Street. He
referred to an aerial photomap, Attachment "B" for the area, and stated the
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proposed location is the parking stall on South State Street immediately north of
the County parking lot. He also referred to Attachment "C" that includes sections
of the City Code that address the establishment and use of loading zones.
According to the City Code, the time limit for vehicles using the loading zone is
no more than 20 minutes. The Study will review all loading zones in the City so
staff suggested that the TEC may want to wait for the study results before
considering this matter. Staff initially supported approval of the loading zone prior
to learning that the Downtown Parking Study included a review of all loading
zones.
Allen Cooperrider explained the problems when vendors/musicians unload and
load in the County facility parking lot even though his lease agreement provides
for an access easement, as well as the potential for traffic violations when
vendors/musicians have to double-park because no parking space is available.
Some supply trucks are larger than others. Supplies are typically delivered early
in the morning. He emphasized the importance of implementing a loading zone
on South State to allow trucks and other vehicles to park in the loading zone
when delivering supplies or equipment to his business.
The Committee acknowledged the parking constraints in the Downtown area,
and addressed the topics of permitted parking, time limits, and the location of
other loading zones in the area.
Member Archibald advised that the study results pertinent to the loading zone
would likely not be available until the summer. She is not supportive of providing
for a loading zone because of the elimination of customer parking on State
Street.
The Committee considered alternative loading zone locations, and determined
the proposed location would be the most feasible.
Member Turner commented placing a time period for use of the loading zone
during certain hours of the day would be beneficial.
Member Seanor stated the City Code does not allow for this type of time
restriction.
It was the consensus of the members present to support implementing a loading
zone on South State Street subject to modification if necessary when the
Downtown Parking Study is finished.
ON A MOTION by Member Turner, seconded by Member Lohse it was carried by
the following roll call vote of the members present to approve a loading zone at
Ukiah Brewing Co., subject to modification if necessary when the Downtown
Parking Study is finished.
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AYES: Members Lohse, Baxter, Seanor, Turner, Walker, Whitaker, and
Chair Kageyama
NOES: Member Archibald
b. Discussion and possible action regarding request for
handicap parking space at 619 Willow Avenue.
Member Seanor advised that Dorothy Rae has requested a handicap parking
space adjacent to her home at 619 Willow Avenue because there is no driveway
at her residence, and therefore, she must park along the street frontage adjacent
to her home. There are times when she must park some distance away because
of people parking in front of her home, which is a problem for her. Ms. Rae has a
handicap placard in her vehicle. Staff is aware of only one handicap parking
space located on a City street on Dora Street next to the Presbyterian Church.
Specifically, Attachment "B" of the staff report identifies the location of the
proposed parking space, Attachment "C" outlines the City Code requirements for
handicapped parking, and Attachment "D" shows the parking accommodations at
619 W illow Avenue.
Member Seanor stated a home business operates across the street where many
of the clients park on the street, which limits the number of available parking
spaces near Ms. Rae's home. This is the reason for Ms. Rae's request. Staff has
observed the traffic and parking conditions on Willow Avenue, and determined
that there is sufficient curbside parking available. Recently, several curb, gutter,
and sidewalk frontage improvements have been completed on Willow Avenue
which, in turn, serve to enhance the parking needs of the area.
Member Lohse stated City regulations allow curbside parking for home
occupations. Staff conducts review of parking accommodations in neighborhood
when there are complaints. However, parking problems and the corresponding
solutions are often difficult to enforce.
Dorothy Rae stated not being able to park in front of her house is a problem
Bev Goveia stated residents of the apartment units to the east of Ms. Rae's
home do park in front of the Rae home, although not consistently.
Member Turner advised the TEC has addressed other unique parking situations
in the City including the restricted parking at 990 South Dora during certain hours
to allow MTA buses to load and unload.
Member Walker commented approval of one handicapped parking space would
"open the door" to other requests in other residential neighborhoods, which, in his
opinion, would not be practical. The implementation of speed bumps in certain
residential areas for traffic calming purposes encouraged similar requests in
other neighborhoods.
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Member Whitaker understands Ms. Rae's need, but it would not be fair and/or
practical to implement a handicapped parking space for one person and not for
others.
Member Archibald and Member Walker indicated that if Ms. Rae notices that a
particular vehicle has been parked front of her home for a reasonable amount of
time, she can contact law enforcement where the vehicle is marked for tow-away
after 72 hours.
Member Walker suggested drafting a letter on City letterhead for distribution to
the neighbors advising of the situation that, as a common courtesy, they be
considerate to Ms. Rae's needs.
Member Lohse stated the problem with approving a handicap parking space is
the space would remain as such in the event Ms. Rae moves. He supports the
concept of asking the neighbors to be considerate to the Ms. Rae's needs as a
courtesy. Another option would be for Ms. Rae to post a sign containing a
handicap placard on her property recommending that people not park in front of
her house. This is also a way to make the neighbors aware of her condition.
Member Whitaker recommended the aforementioned sign be posted on Ms.
Rae's fence in front of her home.
ON A MOTION by Member Lohse, seconded by Member Archibald, it was
carried by an all AYE voice vote of the members present to deny a handicap
parking space at 619 Willow Avenue and to send a letter to neighbors asking for
their cooperation in not parking in front of Ms. Rae's residence.
c. Discussion and possible action regarding Thomas Street,
Perry Street, and Cunningham Street traffic concerns.
Member Seanor reported Councilmember John McCowen submitted a letter at
the request of a concerned citizen to review various traffic concerns on Thomas
Street, Perry Street, and Cunningham Street. The citizen recommended
mitigation measures include posting speed limit signs on Thomas Street,
implementing speed bumps as a traffic calming measure, or posting STOP or
YIELD signs on Perry Street at Thomas Street or on Thomas Street at
Cunningham Street.
Member Seanor indicated that Attachment "B" shows an aerial photomap of the
location and general area surrounding the above-mentioned streets. Speed limit
signs cannot be posted without completing an engineering and traffic survey,
which includes a tabulation of prevailing vehicles speeds on the street. Staff
recommends Thomas Street be included in the next update of the speed zone
surveys that will be conducted in the early summer. Staff observed the issue of
speeding in the area, and determined that this is not a problem. Also, the streets
have very low traffic volumes. Speed bumps are problematic for law enforcement
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and emergency vehicles servicing the area and there is insufficient data to
determine whether the speed bumps would be effective as a traffic calming
measure.
Member Seanor indicated staff recommends a STOP sign be posted on Perry
Street at the intersection of Thomas Street due to restricted sight distance
caused by the UAP building. Due to the inadequate sight distance at this
intersection, staff does not recommend posting a YIELD sign. Attachment "C"
addresses the posting of regulatory signs relevant to the provisions outlined in
the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). Attachment "D"
includes excerpts from the City Code that address the authority to install official
traffic-control devices. The TEC is authorized to erect certain official traffic-
control devices.
Member Seanor stated staff does not recommend posting a STOP or YIELD
sign at the intersection of Thomas and Cunningham Street, as there is only one
residence on Cunningham Street north of Thomas Street and staff has observed
little traffic that passes through the intersection of Thomas Street and
Cunningham Street. Also, the north end of Cunningham Street is closed with a
gate that provides access to the UPS facility on Cherry Street.
Member Whitaker observed the above-referenced streets have very little traffic
volume.
Member Turner commented the problems cited on Perry Street, Cunningham
Street and Thomas Street by the concerned citizen likely occurred when traffic is
backed up on Talmage Road during peak periods where people detour through
these streets to avoid traffic delays.
Chair Kageyama addressed the cited issue of restricted sight distance from the
UAP building, and stated it appears the building is appropriately set back. A
vehicle approaching this area must slow down, where there is a full and
unrestricted view of Thomas Street once a person gets past the rear corner of
the building, as long as no truck parks next to the building.
Member Seanor addressed the issue of restricted sight, and commented staff
looked at the distance required based on a 25 mph speed, which is the speed
limit expected for this area, and determined that a sight distance of 110 feet is
required.
Chair Kageyama stated the turn at the intersection of Cunningham Street and
Thomas Street must be negotiated at a reasonable speed to avoid an accident. It
would be difficult for a vehicle to travel in this area at a high rate of speed and be
able to appropriately negotiate a turn at the intersection. A vehicle is voluntarily
forced to slow down when approaching the intersection.
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Member Seanor noted that a vehicle traveling at the north end of Cunningham
cannot cut through to Cherry Street because of the existing gate.
Member Turner addressed the issue of speeding in the area, and inquired
whether it is possible to restrict the width of the radius of the corner at
Cunningham Street and Thomas Street to narrow the street on the southwest
corner.
Member Seanor stated staff would review this matter.
The Committee discussed whether speed bumps were warranted in the area,
and determined that with the narrowness of the streets in conjunction with the
low volume of traffic that such traffic control measures were not necessary.
Member Whitaker stated a sign indicating a road dip is located on Perry Street
at Thomas Street, which would force vehicles to slow down.
Chair Kageyama inquired whether there are any accident statistics documented
in this area.
Member Seanor stated two accidents were documented in this area,
according to the most recent information from SWITRS through 2001.
A general discussion followed whether a STOP sign is warranted for the level of
analysis conducted by staff for the intersections of Perry Street at Thomas Street
and/or Thomas Street at Cunningham Street.
Member Seanor stated STOP signs should be used if engineering judgment
indicates that one or more of conditions "A" through "D" exist according to
Section 26.05 of the MUTCD guidance standards concerning STOP sign
applications. He drew attention to item D of the section that states, "High speeds,
restricted view, or crash records indicate a need for control by the STOP sign"
since this condition (restricted view) exists on Perry Street at the intersection of
Thomas Street.
Member Archibald inquired whether improved shoulders and/or the installation
of sidewalks has an impact on slowing vehicles down, as recommended in the
letter from the concerned citizen.
Member Seanor addressed the issue of street widths in the area, and noted
although they comply with the standard width, the implementation of sidewalks
would likely slow traffic down especially when street parking is allowed. In this
case, people park on the shoulder of the road because the area lacks curb,
gutter, and sidewalks.
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Page 6
Chair Kageyama is not supportive of posting a STOP on Cunningham Street at
the intersection of Thomas Street due to the lack of updated accident history and
without a speed study having been conducted. Generally, most people drive the
speed they feel is safe to do so. He noted that portions of Thomas Street are
narrow where it would be difficult for vehicles to pass through at an accelerated
rate of speed. He supports the posting of a STOP sign on Perry at the
intersection of Thomas Street based upon staffs findings/analysis.
ON A MOTION by Member Walker, seconded by Member Turner, it was carried
by an all AYE voice vote of the members present to post a STOP sign at Perry
Street at the intersection of Thomas Street, as discussed above.
It was the consensus of the Committee member not to include Thomas Street in
the next update of the Citywide seed zone survey.
VI. COMMITTEE MEMBER REPORTS
a. Update on City Traffic Circulation Study
Member Seanor advised that the traffic consultants will likely conduct another
joint public workshop with the Ukiah City Council.
b. Update on City Parking Study
Member Seanor reported no draft document concerning the City Parking Study
is available.
Member Archibald stated that WTRANS is working with Omni Means, the
consultants conducting the Citywide Traffic Circulation Study concerning the City
Parking Study.
c. Update on crosswalks
Member Seanor stated staff is considering additional marking of the crosswalk
at Perkins Street and Leslie Street.
Member Whitaker recommended implementing "Look both ways" reminder signs
at this crosswalk.
d. Route 101 Corridor Interchange Study
Member Seanor stated this project is funded by MCOG. The consultant
anticipated utilizing model data developed by the Citywide Traffic Circulation
Study. However, the traffic model had not been completed. The MCOG
consultants developed their own traffic model that would work for the interchange
study relative to the potential interchange/off-ramp modifications/improvements.
VII. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS
Member Turner stated he withdrew
times for Yokayo School with those
traffic congestion problems that woul
his original request to synchronize the bell
of St. Mary's School due to the potential
d result on South Dora Street.
Traffic Engineering Committee
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April 12, 2005
Member Seanor asked the Committee members to sign a letter thanking
Member Harris for his years of service on the TEC.
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
T(h~ere being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 4:11 p.m.
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TRAFFIC ENGINEERING COMMITTEE AGENDA
UKIAH CIVIC CENTER
Conference Room No. 3
300 Seminary Avenue
Ukiah, California 95482
TUESDAY, APRIL 12, 2005
3:00 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER:
Archibald, Lohse, Baxter, Seanor, Turner, Walker, Whitaker, and Chairman Kageyama
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: February 8, 2005
3. 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.
4. OLD BUSINESS:
a. None.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
a. Discussion and possible action regarding proposed loading zone at Ukiah Brewing Co.
b. Discussion and possible action regarding request for handicap parking space at
619 Willow Avenue.
c. Discussion and possible action regarding Thomas Street, Perry Street, and Cunningham
Street traffic concerns.
6. COMMITTEE MEMBER REPORTS:
a. Update on City Traffic Circulation Study (verbal report)
b. Update on City Parking Study (verbal report)
c. Update on crosswalks (verbal report)
d. Route 101 Corridor Interchange Study (verbal report)
7. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS:
8. ADJOURNMENT
Please call Katrina Ballard at 463-6203 if you are unable to attend the meeting.
The City of Ukiah complies with ADA requirements and will attempt to reasonably accommodate individuals with
disabilities upon request.
CITY OF UKIAH
MEMORANDUM
DATE: April 5, 2005
TO: Traffic Engineering Committee
FROM: Rick Seanor, Deputy Director of Public Works Q~
SUBJECT: Thomas Street, Perry Street, and Cunningham Street Traffic Concerns
Agenda Item 5c.
REQUEST: Staff received a letter Attachment "A" from City Councilmember John McCowen
requesting a review of various traffic concerns on Thomas Street, Perry Street, and Cunningham
Street. By his letter, Councilmember McCowen identified the concerns of Mr. Damon Reichardt
regarding the following items: 1) speed limit signs are requested on Thomas Street; 2) speed
bumps are requested to be installed as a traffic calming measure; and 3) STOP or YIELD signs
are requested to be posted: a) on Perry Street at Thomas Street and b) on Thomas Street at
Cunningham Street.
DISCUSSION: An aerial photo map, Attachment "B", is provided to show the location and
general area surrounding Thomas Street, Perry Street, and Cunningham Street. Speed limit
signs cannot be posted without completing an engineering and traffic survey which includes a
tabulation of prevailing vehicle speeds on the streets. Staff recommends including Thomas
Street in the next update of the speed zone surveys. This update is anticipated to be completed
in the early summer. Staff drove through the area on several occasions and did not observe
speeding vehicles. In addition, staff noted that the streets have very low traffic volumes. Speed
bumps are an additional obstacle to police, fire, and ambulance vehicles providing service to the
area. In addition, speed bumps are not conducive to bicycle traffic on the street. At this time,
there is insufficient data to determine whether or not speed bumps would serve as an effective
traffic calming measure.
A STOP sign is recommended on Perry Street at the intersection of Thomas Street due to
restricted sight distance caused by the UAP building. At this intersection, there is inadequate
sight distance to permit a YIELD sign. Please reference Attachment "C" excerpts from the 2003
Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and the MUTCD 2003 California
Supplement regarding STOP sign applications. Attachment "D" includes specific sections of the
City Code of Ukiah, California which address the authority to install official traffic-control devices.
As noted in Section 7061, the City Traffic Engineer (Traffic Engineering Committee), is
authorized to erect certain official traffic-control devices.
No signs are recommended at the intersection of Thomas Street and Cunningham Street. As
shown on the map, there is currently only one residence on Cunningham Street north of Thomas
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Thomas Street, Perry Slreet, and Cunningham Street Traffic Concerns
April 5, 2005
Street. The north end of Cunningham Street is closed with a gate that provides access to the
UPS facility located on Cherry Street. During a site inspection on a weekday from 3:25 PM to
4:05 PM, staff noted that there were only two cars that passed through the intersection of
Thomas Street and Cunningham Street. Due to the low traffic volume and the fact that there is
only one house north of Thomas Street on Cunningham Street, staff does not recommend the
posting of either a STOP sign or a YIELD sign at this time.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff is submitting this report for review and discussion by the TEC.
Staff has provided the following options for consideration:
1. Include Thomas Street in the next update of the Citywide speed zone survey
2. Deny the request for speed bumps at this time.
3. Post a STOP sign on Perry Street at the intersection of Thomas Street.
enc.
cc: file
w N Attachment "B"
Thomas Street, Perry Street, Cunningham Street
1 inch equals 200 feet Photo Date: March 2001
Page 2B-6 , r. rt~ 2003 EditTion
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Table 2B-1. Regulatory Sign Sizes (Sheet 5 of 5)
Sign MUTCD action Conventional Expressway Freeway Mlnlmum Oversized
Cotle Road
Keep Off Medlen R11-1 26.47 600 x 750 - - - -
24 x 30
Road Closed R71-2 28.48 1200 x 750 - - - -
48 x 30
Road Closed -Local Ri 1-3,3a, 28.48 1500 x 750 - -
Treflic Onl 3b 4 60 x 30
Weight LImIt R72-1,2 26.49 600 x 750 900 x 1200 - - 900 x 1200
24 x 30 36 x 48 36 x 48
Weight Limit R72-3 28.49 600 x 900 - - - -
24 x 36
Weight Limit R12-4 26.49 900 x 600 - - - -
36 x 24
Weight Limit R12-5 26.49 600x900 900 x 1200 1200 x 1500 - -
24x36 36x48 48x60
Metric Plaque R72-8 28.49 600 x225 - - - -
24x9
Weigh Station R73-1 28.50 1800 x 1200 2400 x 1850 3000 x 1100 - -
72 x 48 96x66 120 x 84
Truck Route R74-1 26.51 600 x 450 - - - -
24x18
Hazardous Material R74-2,3 28.52 600 x 600 750 x 750 900 x900 - 1050 x 1050
24 x 24 30 x 30 36 x 38 42 x 42
National Network R14-4,5 28.53 600 x 600 750 x 750 900 x 900 - 1050 x 1050
24 x 24 30 x 30 36 x 38 42 x 42
Railroad Crossbuck R75-1 86.03 1200 x 225 - - - -
48x9
Look R75-6 88.16 900 x 450 - - - -
(36 x 18)
Notes:
1. Larger signs may be used when appropriate.
2. Dimensions are shown in millimeters followed by inches in parentheses and are. shown as width x height.
Section 26.05 STOP Sign Applications
Guidance:
STOP signs should be used if engineering judgment indicates that one or more of the following conditions
exist:
A. Intersection of a less important road with a main road where application of the normal right-of-way rule
would not be expected to provide reasonable compliance with the law;
B. Street entering a through highway or street;
C. Unsignalized intersection in a signalized area; and/or
'--~ D. High speeds, restricted view, or crash records indicate a need for control by the STOP sign. ~-
Standard:
Because the potential for conflicting commands could create driver cottttirsion, STOP signs shag not be
installed at intersections where tratlic control signals are installed and operating except as noted in Section
4D.01.
Portable or part-time STOP signs shall not be used except For emergency and temporary tralTic
control zone purposes.
Guidance:
STOP signs should not be used for speed control.
STOP signs should be installed in a manner that minimizes the numbers of vehicles having to stop. At
intersections where a full stop is not necessary at all times, consideration should be given to using less restrictive
measures such as YIELD signs (see Section 26.08).
sect. 2s.es
November 2003
2003 Edition
Page 2B-7
Once the decision has been made to install two-way stop control, the decision regazding the appropriate
street to stop should be based on engineering judgment. In most cases, the street carrying the lowest volume of
traffic should be stopped.
A STOP sign should not be installed on the major street unless justified by a traffic engineering study.
Support:
The following are considerafions that might influence the decision regazding the appropriate street upon
which to install a STOP sign where two streets with relatively equal volumes and/or chazacteristics intersect:
A. Stopping the direction that conflicts the most with established pedestrian crossing activity or school
walking routes;
B. Stopping the direction that has obscured vision, dips, or bumps that already require drivers to use lower
operating speeds;
C. Stopping the direction that has the longest distance of uninterrupted flow approaching the intersection; and
D. Stopping the direction that has the best sight distance to conflicting traffic.
The use of the STOP sign at highway-railroad grade crossings is described in Section 8B.08. The use of the
STOP sign at highway-light rail transit grade crossings is described in Section lOC.04.
Section 2B.06 STOP Sign Placement
Standard:
The STOP sign shall be installed on the right side of the approach to which it applies. When the STOP
sign is installed at this required location and the sign visibility is restricted, a Stop Ahead sign (see Section
2C.29) shall be installed in advance of the STOP sign.
The STOP sign shall be located as close as practical to the intersection it regulates, while optimizing its
visibility to the road user it is intended to regulate.
STOP signs and YIELD signs shall not be mounted on the same post.
Guidance:
Other than a DO NOT ENTER sign, no sign should be mounted back-to-back with a STOP sign in a manner
that obscures the shape of the STOP sign.
Support:
Section 7iA.16 contains additional information about separate and combined mounting of other signs with
STOP signs..
Guidance:
Stop lines, when used to supplement a STOP sign, should be located at the point where the road user should
stop (see Section 3B.16).
If only one STOP sign is installed on an approach, the STOP sign should not be placed on the far side of the
intersection.
Where two roads intersect at an acute angle, the STOP sign should be positioned at an angle, or shielded, so
that the legend is out of view of traffic to which it does not apply.
Where there is a marked crosswalk at the intersection, the STOP sign should be installed in advance of the
crosswalk line nearest to the approaching traffic.
Option:
At wide-throat intersections or where two or more approach lanes of traffic exist on the signed approach,
observance of the stop control may be improved by the installation of an additional STOP sign on the left side of
the road and/or the use of a stop line. At channelized intersections, the additional STOP sign may be effectively
placed on a channelizing island.
Support:
Figure 2A-2 shows examples of some typical placements of STOP signs.
Section 2B.07 Multiway Stogy Applications
Support:
Multiway stop control can be useful as a safety measure at intersections if certain traffic conditions exist.
Safety concerns associated with multiway stops include pedestrians, bicyclists, and all road users expecting other
road users to stop. Multiway stop control is used where the volume of traffic on the intersecting roads is
approximately equal.
The restrictions on the use of STOP signs described in Section 2B.05 also apply to multiway stop applications.
November 2003 Sect 2B 05 ro 2B.07
MUTCD 2003 California Supplement Page 2B-1
CHAPTER 2B. REGULATORY SIGNS
Section 26.01 Aaolication of Reeulatarv Signs
The following is added to this section:
Standard:
Orders, ordinances and resolutions by local authorities which affect State highways shall be
approved by Department of Transportation.
Support:
Signs required for enforcement aze normally placed by, and at the expense of, the authority establishing
the regulation.
Secfion 26.02 Design of Regulatory Signs
The following is added to this section:
Support:
Sign design details are contained in FHWA's "Standazd Highway Signs" book and Department of
Transportation's "Traffic Sign Specifications". See Section lA.l l for information regarding these
publications.
Table 2B-101 shows a list of California Regulatory Signs.
Figure 2B-101 shows California Regulatory Signs ~~-
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Section 26.05 STOP Sign Auolications
~ The following is added to this section:
Support:
A STOP (Rl-1) sign is not a "cure-all" and is not a substitute for other traffic control devices. Often
the
,
~~ need for a STOP (Rl-1) sign can be eliminated if the sight distance is increased by removing obstructions.
Through Highways
Option:
STOP (Rl-1) signs may be installed either at or neaz the entrance to a State highway, except at signalized
intersections, or at any location so as to control traffic within an intersection. Refer to CVC 21352 and
21355. See Section lA.l l for information regarding this publication.
Support:
When STOP (R1-1) signs or traffic control signals have been erected at all entrances
a highway ~
,
constitutes a through highway. Refer to CVC 600.
Authority to place STOP (Rl-1) signs facing State highway traffic is delegated to the Department of
' 1
Transportation
s District Directors. ,
Option:
Local authorities may designate any highway under their jurisdiction as a through highway and install
STOP (R1-1) signs in a like manner. Refer to CVC 21354. ~
Standard: '
No local authority shall erect or maintain any STOP (R1-1) sign or other traffic control device `
t requiring a stop, on any State highway, except by permission of the Department of Transportation. i
~
Refer to CVC 21353.
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7060: AUTHORITY TO INSTALL OFFICIAL TRAFFIC-CONTROL
DEVICES:
The city traffic engineer shall have the power and duty to determine the location of and to place
and maintain or cause to be placed and maintained official traffic-control devices52~~) when and
as required to make effective the provisions of this chapter or when he may deem such official
traffic-control devices necessary or proper to regulate traffic or to guide or warn traffic. (Ord.
553, §1, adopted 1963) _ _ ~ ~~ ~ _ _
7061: AUTHORITY TO ERECT CERTAIN OFFICIAL
TRAFFIC-CONTROL DEVICES ENUMERATED:
The authority herein granted to the city traffic engineer to locate, place and maintain official
traffic-control devices includes, but is not necessarily confined to, the authority to locate, place
and maintain warning signs to caution drivers of the need for added alertness or reduction in
speed, regulatory signs, including speed signs, stop signs, yield signs, traffic signals and
alternating signals, to inform motorists of regu atiol--ns governing movement, guide signs for
guidance and directional information and construction signs, which may include warning,
regulatory and guide signs. (Ord. 553, §4, adopted 1963)
CITY OF UKIAH
MEMORANDUM
DATE: April 4, 2005
TO: Traffic Engineering Committee ~)
FROM: Rick Seanor, Deputy Director of Public Works 1i1~
SUBJECT: Proposed Handicapped Parking at 619 Willow Avenue
Agenda Item 5b.
REQUEST: Staff received a letter Attachment "A" from Dorothy Rae requesting a handicap
parking space adjacent to her home at 619 Willow Avenue.
DISCUSSION: An aerial photo map, Attachment "B", is provided to show the location of the
proposed parking space would involve the replacement of one on-street parking space. Also
included with this report is Attachment "C," Division 8, Chapter 1, Article 16 of the City Code of
Ukiah, California which addresses handicapped parking. Lastly, a photograph of 619 Willow
Avenue, Attachment "D" is included. According to Ms. Rae, there is no driveway at her
residence. She therefore must park along the street frontage adjacent to her home. On several
occasions, she has had to park some "' -'-`-'-- ~^~ng parked in front
of her house. Ms. Rae has a handic as requested that
one parking space in front of her hon ; ~ ~liil`1;~ )~C~¢7ti -~~ I. Staff is aware of
a handicap parking space posted or • ~,i'~ n Church which is
located outside of the Central Busini ion in a residential
area where a handicap parking spa
RECOMMENDATION: Staff is sul
Staff has provided the following opt
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1. Request that the Director ~
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2. Deny the request for the h~
property owners requesting
Willow Avenue for Ms. Rae
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Richard J. Seanor for the
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RECEIVED
FEB 1 4 2005
CITY OF UKIAH
DEPT. OF PUBLIC WORKS
Mr. Richard Seanor,
Per my daughters' conversation with you on 2/9/2005, I am writing this letter for you to
forward to the Traffic Engineering Committee for their consideration.
I purchased my home on 619 Willow and moved from San Diego in March 2004. This
past year I have tried to make my situation work for me but I need to ask for your
assistance. I have a handicap placard due to medical conditions that allows me access to
handicap parking when I am running errands around town. My home does not have a
driveway so my only parking is street parking in front of my home. My home is located
in a place that for various reasons the front of my home is occasionally used for parking.
It is possible that when I leave for errands I do not always have a place to park and have
difficulty unloading my car with my belongings into my house.
I would like handicap parking designated in front of my home to make it easier for me to
have access to my home while I am still driving and when I will be depending on other
transportation in the future.
My daughter tells me the Traffic Engineering Committee will make recommendations
and forward them to the city council. I would like to be informed on these meetings so I
can attend.
Thank you for your help in this matter.
Dorothy Rae
619 Willow St.
Ukiah, 95482
707 472-0677
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7250: USE OF BLUE CURB SPACES:
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Persons using "blue curb" parking spaces shall comply with the following:
A. No person shall pazk or stand any vehicle in a disabled person's parking zone (blue curb)
unless said vehicle beazs a special license or displays a special placard issued under the
provisions of Section 9105 or Section 22511.5 of the California Vehicle Code.
B. Blue curb parking spaces shall be operative twenty four (24) hours a day, Sundays and
holidays included.
C. Parking zones for the physically handicapped are subject to any temporary parking
prohibitions established by the City. (Ord. 753, § 1, adopted 1980)
7251: ON-STREET PARKING:
The City Public Works Department shall designate special "blue curb" parking spaces for the
purpose of providing on-street parking for exclusive use by physically handicapped persons.
(Ord. 753, §1, adopted 1980)
7252: OFF-STREET/PUBLICLY OWNED FACILITIES:
The City Public Works Department shall designate pazking stalls of spaces in publicly owned,
leased, or controlled off-street parking facilities for exclusive use by physically handicapped
persons. (Ord. 753, §1, adopted 1980)
7253: OFF-STREET/PRIVATELY FINANCED FACILITIES:
The CiTy hereby declazes that there are privately owned and operated parking facilities which
may reserve parking stalls for exclusive use by physically handicapped persons. (Ord. 753, § 1,
adopted 1980)
7254: IDENTIFICATION:
A. On-Street -Blue Curb Spaces:
1. Blue curb spaces shall be indicated by blue paint on the curb edge of the paved portion of
the street. For further identification, the International Symbol of Access maybe painted on
the blue curb in white, followed by the word "ONLY".
B. Off-Street/Publicly Owned Facilities:
1. Designation of "blue curb" parking stalls in publicly financed off-street parking facilities
shall be made by posting immediately adjacent to, and visible from same, a sign consisting
of the Intemational Symbol of Access.
2. In addition, a sign not less than seventeen inches by twenty two inches (17" x 22") in size
must be posted either at the entrance to the parking facility or immediately adjacent to and
visible from the reserved stall(s), which states with lettering not less than one inch in height:
"Vehicles not displaying a disabled license or placard will be cited."
3. All signs shall be posted at a height of eighty inches (80") from the ground.
C. Off-Street/Privately Financed Facilities:
1. Designation of "blue curb" pazking stalls in privately financed off-street parking facilities
shall be made by posting immediately adjacent to, and visible from same, a sign consisting
of the International Symbol of Access.
2. In addition, a sign not less than seventeen inches by twenty two inches (17" x 22") in size
with lettering not less than one inch in height shall be posted stating: "Vehicles not
displaying a disabled license or placard will be cited."
3. This sign shall be posted at the entrance to the parking facility or immediately adjacent to,
and visible from the reserved stall(s). (Ord. 753, §1, adopted 1980).
7255: ENTRY SIGN:
A. A sign must be posted at the entry to all off-street pazking facilities to the effect that the
facility is subject to public traffic regulations and control.
B. All signs shall be posted at a height of eighty inches (80") from the ground. (Ord. 753, § 1,
adopted 1980).
7256: PENALTY:
A violation of this Article shall be punishable as an infraction and shall be punishable by fine not
exceeding fifty dollazs ($50.00). (Ord. 753, §1, adopted 1980).
Attachment "D"
619 Willow Avenue
CITY OF UKIAH
MEMORANDUM
DATE: April 4, 2005
TO: Traffic Engineering Committee
FROM: Rick Seanor, Deputy Director of Public Works ~~
SUBJECT: Proposed Loading Zone on South State Street at Ukiah Brewing Company
Agenda Item 5a.
REQUEST: Staff received a letter Attachment "F
zone adjacent to her business, the Ukiah Brewing ~
used for delivery of food and brewing supplies
equipment. In addition, the proposed loading zone
along State Street.
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parking in the vicinity of the Ukiah Brewing Comp ' ~~~ -~. '~~
parking spaces along the State Street frontage of i ~'
loading zone would involve removal of the soul j~J~-"~~1~
includes specific sections of the City Code of Ukiah
and use of loading zones. As noted in Sectioi
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ARTICLE 12. STOPPING FOR LOADING OR UNLOADING ONLY
SECTION:
7180: City Traffic Engineer delegated authority to establish loading zones
7181: Curb Markings to indicate Parking Restrictions
7182: Parking in Violation of Restricted Zones Prohibited
7183: Effect of Permission to Load or Unload
7184: Standing for loading or Unloading Only
7185: Standing in Passenger Loading Zone
7186: Standing in any Alley
7187: Coach Zones to be Established
7188: Taxi Zones to be Established
7189: Infraction Penalty for Violating this Article
§7180: CITY TRAFFIC ENGINEER DELEGATED AUTHORITY TO ESTABLISH
LOADING ZONES:
A. The City Traffic Engineer is hereby authorized to determine and to mark loading
zones and passenger loading zones as follows:
1. At any place in the central traffic district or in any business distrlct.
2. Elsewhere in front of the entrance to any place of business or in front of any
hall or place used for the purpose of public assembly.
B. Loading zones shall be indicated by yellow paint line upon the top of all curbs
within such zones.
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§7182
C. Passenger loading zones shall be indicated by white paint upon the top of all
curbs in said zones. (Ord. 553, §1, adopted 1963; amd. by Ord. No. 650, §2,
adopted 1973)
§7181: CURB MARKINGS` TO INDICATE PARKING RESTRICTIONS: The City
Traffic Engineer is hereby authorized, subject to the provisions and
limitations of this Chapter to place, and when required herein shall place, the following
curb markings to indicate parking or standing regulations, and said curb markings
colors shall have the meanings as herein set forth:
A. Red shall mean no stopping, standing or parking at any time except as
permitted by the Vehicle Code, and except that a bus may stop in a red zone or
~ ~ signed as a bus zone. ~ ~ ~~'~~ _.__ _, ~ -, - , _,
B. Yellow shall mean no stopping, standing or parking at any time between seven
o'clock (7:00) A.M. and six o'clock (6:00) P.M. of any day except Sundays and
Holidays for any purpose other than the loading or unloading of passenger or
materials, provided that the loading or unloading of passengers shall not
consume more than three (3) minutes nor the loading or unloading of materials
more than twenty (20) minutes. ~~~~
C. White shall mean no stopping, standing or parking for any purpose other than
loading or unloading of passengers, or for the purpose of depositing mail in an
adjacent mail box, which shall not exceed three (3) minutes. Such restrictions
shall apply between seven o'clock (7:00) A.M. and six o'clock (6:00) P.M. of any
day except Sundays and holidays and except as follows:
1. When such zone is in front of a hotel or in front of a mailbox the restrictions
shall apply at all times.
2. When such zone is in front of a theater the restrictions shall apply at ali
times except wh en such theater is closed. When such zone is in front of a
theater and/or a library, the restrictions shall apply at all times except when
such theater or library is closed. (Ord. 553, §1, adopted 1963; amd. by Ord.
641, §1, adopted 1973)
§7182: PARKING IN VIOLATION OF RESTRICTED ZONES PROHIBITED: When
the City Traffic Engineer as authorized under this Chapter has caused curb
markings to be placed, no person shall stop, stand or park a vehicle adjacent to any
such legible curb marking in violation of any of the provisions of this Article. (Ord. 553,
§1, adopted 1963)
1. For State Law designation of colored curb markings, see Vehicle Code §21458.
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Minutes
TRAFFIC ENGINEERING COMMITTEE
February 8, 2005
Members Present
Dan Baxter
Ben Kageyama, Chair
Dave Lohse
Rick Seanor
Steve Turner
Dan Walker
Jerry Whitaker
Others Present
Chuck Yates
Members Absent
Patsy Archibald
Staff Present
Cathy Elawadly, Recording
Secretary
The meeting was called to order by Chair Ben Kageyama at 3:02 p.m. in
Conference Room No. 3, Ukiah Civic Center, 300 Seminary Avenue, Ukiah,
California.
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: December 14, 2004
ON A MOTION by Member Seanor, seconded by Member Lohse, it was carried
by an all AYE voice vote of the members present to approve the
December 14, 2004 minutes, as submitted.
111. AUDIENCE COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
No one from the audience came forward.
IV. OLD BUSINESS
a. None
Member Seanor recommended beginning the Committee Member Report
discussions until Member Baxter arrives to present the proposed MTA bus stop
recommendations.
VI. COMMITTEE MEMBER REPORTS
a. Update on City Traffic Circulation Study
Member Seanor reported staff has been working with the traffic consultants. He
advised that a City Traffic Circulation Study Workshop will be conducted next
week to provide City Council with an update. The workshop is open for public
comments/input.
Member Baxter came to the meeting at 3:08 p.m.
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Member Turner came to the meeting at 3:13 p.m
V. NEW BUSINESS
a. Discussion and possible action regarding proposed MTA bus
stop at 998 South State Street
Dan Baxter, Transportation Manager for MTA, requests that a new
southbound bus stop in front of 998 S. State Street at the Express and Food
Store be implemented to replace the two adjacent stops, one just north of Luce
Avenue and the other south of Observatory Avenue. Consolidation of the two
stops would allow the MTA bus to better maneuver left turns onto Talmage Road
in a safer manner. The property owner at the proposed site has agreed to the
change.
ON A MOTION by Member Lohse, seconded by Member Whitaker, it was carried
by an all AYE voice vote of the members present to approve a new MTA bus
stop at 998 S. State Street to recommend to the City Council establishment of a
no-parking zone and to eliminate the bus stops on S. State Street at Luce
Avenue and S. State Street at Observatory Avenue.
b. Discussion and possible action regarding MTA bus stop at
Coffee Critic
Dan Baxter requests a MTA bus stop be reinstated at the Coffee Critic area near
the Gibson Creek channel. The site plans for the Coffee Critic indicate that a
driveway replaced the original bus stop. He indicated the proposed bus stop
would only impact one parking space.
A general discussion followed concerning potential impacts to the realty company
located near the bus stop.
Member Whitaker expressed concern whether the guy wire located near the
stop would create problems.
Mr. Baxter replied no, because the driver would pull up far enough so that the
door of the bus would not touch the guy wire.
ON A MOTION by Member Seanor, seconded by Member Lohse, it was carried
by an all AYE voice vote of the members present to approve the MTA bus stop at
the Coffee Critic area with a recommendation to City Council that one parking
space be removed to accommodate the bus stop.
VI. COMMITTEE MEMBER REPORTS (Continued)
b. Update on City Parking Study
Member Seanor reported no draft document concerning the City Parking Study
is available at this time.
c. Update on Crosswalks
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Member Whitaker commented the crosswalk advisory markings at Freitas Street
and South State Street appear to be effective.
Member Seanor commented that a concerned citizen has requested the TEC
discuss the issue of maintaining crosswalk safety by possibly implementing a
local Ordinance requiring that drivers use their "emergency flashers" to alert
other drivers that a pedestrian has entered the crosswalk.
Member Walker stated such an Ordinance unique to Ukiah could be an
enforcement problem, especially with drivers out of the area.
It was the consensus of the Commissioners present not to support agendizing
this issue for further discussion.
d. Route 101 Corridor Interchange Study
Member Seanor stated the City and MCOG have selected consultants to review
all the interchanges/off-ramps on 101 from Boonville to Lake Mendocino Drive
pertinent to overall performance and efficiency.
VII. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS
Member Seanor recommended the Commission write a thank you letter to
Member Mike Harris for his service on the TEC advisory committee.
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
There being n further business, the meeting was adjourned at 3:35 p.m.
Ben-1 gee ama C it QQ ~1
Cathy E wadly, Recor ing Secretary
Traffic Engineering Committee February 8, 2005
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April 12, 2005
Mike Harris
7014 SAN CARLOS ST
CARLSBAD CA 92009-4648
Dear Mike:
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We would like to express our appreciation for your many years of service as a member of
the City of Ukiah Traffic Engineering Committee. You brought a practical approach to
solving problems based on your first hand experience with City traffic issues. Your
participation has been invaluable in providing insight and direction to the Committee, and
your presence as "designated motion maker" will be greatly missed.
Thank you and best wishes on your retirement.
Sincerely,
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