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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12 ALL-WAY STOP MYRTLE 04-03-00 NO. 12 04-03-00 DATE: APRIL 3, 2000 Inter-Corn TO: FROM: SUBJECT: WILLIAM A. HUSTON, CITY MANAGER PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT/FIELD SERVICES AUTHORIZATION TO INSTALL ALL-WAY STOP CONTROLS AT MYRTLE AVENUE AND SECOND STREET SUMMARY A traffic analysis for stop controls at Myrtle Avenue/Second Street has been completed. It has been determined that the installation of stop controls at Myrtle Avenue and Second Street will provide sufficient gaps in traffic flow on Myrtle.Avenue to accommodate access needs of area residents. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 00,21, authorizing the installation of all-way stop controls at Myrtle Avenue and Second Street. FISCAL IMPACT It is estimated that the cost to install stop signs and the appropriate pavement markings at the subject location is approximately $1,000.00. Funds are currently available in the Public Works Department/Engineering Division Operating Budget to accommodate this work. BACKGROUND The Engineering Division received a request to investigate the current traffic conditions on Myrtle Avenue. Concern was expressed that due to traffic demands on Myrtle Avenue, residents were experiencing difficulty in turning onto Myrtle Avenue from Second Street and from adjacent driveways. It was indicated that this is causing significant delays for area residents. DISCUSSION The intersection of Myrtle Avenue and Second Street is currently a "T" intersection with the single leg of the intersection, Second Street, having an existing stop sign. Myrtle Avenue is a through street classified as a local street and is intended to serve local, residential traffic. However, it also serves as a "cut-through" street for drivers transporting students between First Street and Main Street to the private school facilities at St Jean de Lestonnac Church. The installation of stop controls is typically determined by satisfying established Caltrans Warrants along with other site specific conditions that justify the placement of stop signs at certain locations. The warrants, which are one means of justifying the installation of stop signs, require evaluation of numerical data collected at the subject location. To fully analyze a location for the installation of stop controls, roadway characteristics and traffic conditions need to be evaluated on a case-by- case basis. At this location the Caltrans Warrants for stop sign installation are not satisfied. Authorization to Install Ali-Way Stop Controls at Myrtle Avenue and Second Street April 3, 2000 Page 2 However, it has long been acknowledged that residential areas represent unique situations where engineering judgement may be utilized in determining the installation of stop signs. At this location it is appropriate to analyze other roadway characteristics and traffic conditions that may provide more pertinent considerations. Based upon the traffic analysis prepared for the subject location, and characteristics and conditions apparent at and surrounding the Myrtle Avenue/Second Street intersection, further analysis was warranted for consideration of stop controls. It was observed there are a number of stop signs installed at various nearby intersections. However, there are no stop controls on Myrtle Avenue between First Street and Main Street. Based upon this, the installation of stop signs on Myrtle Avenue would serve to provide a desired balance for the area traffic controls. Other considerations included vehicle' delay and safety considerations. It is known that vehicle delays Can result from the installation of stop signs. However, it is documented in some cases that the qualitative benefits to area residents from the stop signs would serve to offset the increased vehicle delays. At this location these benefits are believed to be a significant factor for consideration. Safety impacts are obviously a significant consideration. Installation of stop controls at appropriate locations result in maintenance of acceptable operations at the specific location as well as for the oVerall system. It has been determined that reasonable safety operations would be maintained with the installation of stop signs at this location. It is concluded that the installation of stop controls at Myrtle Avenue and Second Street will provide the necessary traffic gaps to allow residents to access Myrtle Avenue from Second Street and their driveways. This installation will be consistent with the surrounding roadway circulation system. Director of Public Works/City Engineer DougC~s R. Anderson Senior Project Manager-Transportation Attachments TDS:DA:Stop Signs at Myrtle & 2nd & Reso 00-21 .doc RESOLUTION NO. 00-21 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA DESIGNATION THE LOCATION OF CERTAIN ALL-WAY CONTROL INTERSECTIONS WHEREAS, Section 5323 of the Tustin City Code provides for the designation of stop intersections by resolution of the City Council upon the marking of certain findings; and WHEREAS, the City Council hereby finds and determines that the placement of stop signs at the intersection listed below is necessary to facilitate the flow of traffic and provide for the assignment of vehicular right-of-way; and WHEREAS, said findings are made subsequent to receipt of a traffic engineering report summarizing traffic survey data realistic to said intersections; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of Tustin that the intersection set forth below is hereby designated as an all-way stop intersection and the City Engineer is hereby directed to place and maintain stop signs at one or more entrances to said intersection as herein specified, and that Resolution 00-21 shall take effect upon placement of said signs. INTERSECTI'ON Myrtle Avenue and Second Street PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Tustin held on the 3rd day of April 2000. Tracy Wills W°rley, Mayor ATTEST: City Clerk FIRST STREET II ~ THIRD ST. Z