HomeMy WebLinkAboutRPT 1 DECOR. XWALKS 07-07-86 REPORTS
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FROM: PUBLIC WORKS DEPART)tENT/ENGINEERING DIVIS~g ............
SUBJECT: DECORATIVE CROSSWALKS ON EL CAI4INO REAL AND HAIN STREET
RECOMMENDATION:
'City Council action on July 7, 1986.
That raised white reflective markers be installed at two test intersections of E1
Camino Real and Third Street, and at Main Street and "C" Street and, if
acceptable, complete installations on all other decorative crosswalks along E1
Camino Real and Main Street.
BACKGROUND:
In December, 1982, the City completed the street improvements along both E1Camino
Real and Main Street which included the decorative crosswalks of recent concern.
These crosswalks consist of brick pavers contained within two 12 inch wide
concrete bands.
At a recent Council meeting, a concern was raised regarding the visibility of
these crosswalks with respect to surrounding street pavement and staff was
requested to look into the feasibility of painting the crosswalks. Staff has also
received a request from the Police Department with regards to painting these
crosswalks to provide improved visibility.
DISCUSSION:
Since their initial installation, the decorative crosswalks have been stained with
oil/grease and are not as clearly visible as when originally constructed.
Section 275 of the California Vehicle Code (CVC) defines a crosswalk as either of
the following:
(a) That portion of a roadway included within the prolongation or connection
of the boundary lines of sidewalks at intersections where the
intersecting roadways meet at approximately right angles., except the
prolongabion of such lines from an alley across a street.
(b} Any portion of a roadway distinctly indicated for pedestrian crossing by
lines or other markings on the surface.
As a result of this definition, a crosswalk does not have to be marked or
designated on the pavement surface.
JULY 1, 1986
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Several cities including the City of San Diego have removed all crosswalk pavement
markings on the basis that they feel it provides a safer atmosphere for the
pedestrian. Painted crosswalks do not always increase safety. Pedestrians may
get a false sense of security from the crosswalk markings and place themselves in
more hazardous positions than they would if the crosswalk were unmarked.
Due to the composition of the brick pavers and concrete bands, staff feels that
the painting of the concrete bands would not be aesthetically acceptable to the
community. Additionally, it would be a constant maintenance effort to keep the
painted concrete band in a highly visible state. As an alternate to painting, it
is suggested that raised white reflective two-way markers be installed on each
side of the crosswalk.
These raised reflective markers would be visible during both day time and night
time. It is further suggested that these markers be installed at two
intersections as a test so that the effectiveness can be evaluated. The
intersections of E1 Camino Realm and Third Street, and Main S~reet and "C" Street
are suggested for test intersections.
Bob LedencFecker
Director of Public Works/City Engineer
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AGENDA OF A REGULAR MEETING OF
THE TUSTIN REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
JULY 7, 1986
7:00 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES - JUNE 16, 1986, REGULAR MEETING
Recommendation: Approve.
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ADOPTION OF 1986-87 CITY OF llISTIN REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY FINANCIAL REPORT -
RESOLUTION NO. RDA 86-7
RESOLUTION NO. RDA 86-7 - A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE TUSTIN
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, ADOPTING THE AGENCY BUDGET AND APPROPRIATING
REVENUE OF THE AGENCY FOR FISCAL YEAR 1986-87
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. RDA 86-7.
AFFIDAVIT OF OF:HANDS
Recommendation: Approve Demands in the amount of $538,542.76 for the month of
May, 1986, as recommended by the Finance Department.
GENERAL SERVICES CONTRACT - KATZ, HOLLIS, COREN & ASSOCIATES, INC.
Recommendation: Direct the Chairman to execute subject contract
consultant services on Redevelopment Agency undertakings.
for
AWARO OF CONTRACT - REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY NEWSLETTER
Recommendation: Retain the firm of Dean Davisson Public Relations to design
and produce a quarterly newsletter promoting Agency activities; and direct the
City Attorney to prepare all necessary contractual documents.
8. OTHER BUSINESS
ADJOURNMENT
To the next Regular Meeting on July 21, 1986, at 7:00 p.m.
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AGENDA Page 1 7-7-86