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CITY HALL, 501 PRIMROSE ROAD, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 7:00 P.M.
THURSDAY, JUNE 9, 2005
AGENDA SUGGESTED
ACTION
1.CALL TO ORDER 7:00 p.m.
2.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
3.ROLL CALL
4.CURRENT BUSINESS
4.1 ACTION ITEMS
4.1.1 Minutes for April 14, 2005 and May 12, 2005 Approve
4.2 DISCUSSION ITEMS
4.2.1 Carolan Avenue at Broadway - Extension of 2-hour parking
time-limit and installation of parking meters
Discussion and possible
action
4.2.2 City Hall Lane - Objection to the installation of one loading
zone and one metered parking on the west end of City Hall
Lane
Discussion and possible
action
4.2.3 Ray Drive at Lassen Way - Criteria for knockdown
delineators in crosswalk
Discussion and possible
action
4.2.4 Mahler Road - Height and overnight parking restrictions Discussion and possible
action
5.ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF NEW ITEMS Acknowledge Request,
Accept Testimony
6.FROM THE FLOOR Acknowledge Request,
Accept Testimony
7.INFORMATION ITEMS
7.1 Bicycle Safety Issues in Burlingame
7.1.1 Burlingame Criterium Bike Race
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7.2 From Staff to Commission
7.2.1 Traffic Engineer’s Report
7.2.2 Traffic Sergeant’s Report
7.3 From Commission to Staff
7.3.1 Reports of citizen complaints or requests Direction to Staff
7.4 Comments and communication Direction to Staff
7.5 Next Regular Meeting: July 14, 2005 Announcement of
expected absences
8.INACTIVE ITEMS
8.1 Easton Drive - Eucalyptus tree at Easton and Cabrillo Pending sub-committee
study
8.2 Occidental Avenue - 6-month temporary re-installation of 2-hr
parking restrictions
Pending 6-month review
(3 months remaining)
8.3 Crosswalk enhancements - Trousdale Drive and Quesada Way
(Franklin School)
Pending traffic signal
warrant study
8.4 4-way stop signs - Howard Avenue and Crescent Avenue Pending new pedestrian
counts during summer
8.5 Vehicle Racing on Gilbreth Road Pending information
from PD and other
agencies
9.AGENDIZE FOR THE NEXT MEETING - JULY 14, 2005 Direction to Staff
10.ADJOURNMENT
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The City of Burlingame
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Meeting Minutes - Unapproved
Thursday - April 14,2005
Commissioners Present: Stephen Warden, Chair
Eugene Condon, Vice Chair
Russ Cohen
Dan Conway
Victor James
Commissioners Absent: None
StaffPresent:
Staff Absent:
Visitors:
Sergeant Don Shepley, Police Department
Lori Brock, Secretary, Public Works
Augustine Chou, Traffic Engineer, Public Works
Chris Knight,1624 Coronado Way
Rochelle Tolard, 1609 Larsen Way
Laurie Ken,1632 Mc Donald Way
Teresa Post, 1617 Coronado Way
Jen Ulrich, 1637 Coronado
Sigrun Franco, 1700 Davis Drive
Alan Drummer, 1653 Coronado Way
Denise Martin, 1900 Davis Drive
Vadim Gertsvalf, 1636 Coronado Way
Todd Keleaer,1632 Coronado Way
Jenny Keleaer, 1632 Coronado Way
Ray Chun, 1621 Coronado Way
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I. CALL TO ORDER
7:00 p.m
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
3. ROLL CALL
5 of 5 Commissioners present
4, CURRENT BUSINESS
4.1 ACTION ITEMS
4.1.1 Minutes for March 10, 2005
4.1.1 .l Commissioner Conway recognized that the sentence in paragraph six, item 5.2.3 was not
complete. He added that he welcomed the chance to provide assistance in this area since
he lives on Howard Avenue and is aware of the traffic problem at Howard Avenue and
Crescent Avenue.
4,2 DISCUSSION ITEMS
4.2.1 Appeal Process for the Traffrc, Safety and Parking Commission
The Commission decided to table this matter until next meeting.
4.2.2 Yehicle Racing on Gilbreth Road
Chair Warden stated that the Police Department was concerned about after-hours vehicle
racing in the industrial areas around Gilbreth Road and Adrian Road. He presented some
options for action such as review other city's policies regarding racing, vehicle impoundment,
and a review business hours on Adrian Road (since several business keep late hours and or
are open 24 hours there ).
5. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF NEW ITEMS
5.1 Carolan Avenue at Broadway - parking enforcement and time limit extension.
It was relayed to the Commission that Mike Harvey submitted this request, but was unable to
attend today's meeting due to scheduling conflicts.
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6. FROM THE FLOOR
6.1 The Commission acknowledged receipt of a faxed communication from Karen Kearney and
Stanley Parker regarding stop signs and crosswalk safety measures at Ray Drive and Lassen Way.
7, INFORMATION ITEMS
7.1 Bicycle safety issues in Burlingame
0YffireportedthattheCityisstillwaitingtoheariftheCityofDalyCityhas
received additional funding from an alternate source for their Bikeways/TDA projects.
7.2 From Staff to Commission
7.2.1 Traffic Engineer's Report
7 .2.1.1 Burlingame Downtown Parking Study
Commissioner Warden announced an April 28,2005 public hearing date regarding
the Burlingame Avenue Downtown District Parking study.
7.2.1.2 Senate Bill 466 - Use of Mobile Photo Radar Enforcement for residential street
speeding.
Commissioner Condon suggested that two or three such devices could be used for
traffic calming, and suggested that the City look into grant funding for the purchase
of these devices. He said that Cortez and Sherman are prime examples of areas that
would benefit from these devices.
7.2.2 Traffrc Sergeant's Report
Sergeant Shepley reported on the following items:
The department is down two motor officers, since they have been switched over to
patrol duties. He said that these officers might be back in mid May of this year.
A vehicle was towed from 834 Crossway due to expired tags (six months).
Selected speed enforcement was performed on April 6 at Sherman and Cortez. Police
staff issued warnings to all except to one vehicle.
An April 22"d DlJl check point program has been funded by an Office of Traffic Safety
(OTS) grant.
Seatbelt enforcement program has been scheduled for May 5, 2005.
The elective enforcement list has been reduced due to less complaints and lower
requests for special enforcement.
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7.3 From Commission to Staff
7.3.1 Double-yellow center lines in Commercial Districts
Chair Warden commented on the effectiveness of the double-yellow centerlines down
Burlingame Avenue. He suggested that the City extend a double-yellow centerline down
on Broadway as well. Chair Warden recommended placing this matter on next month's
agenda as an Action Item.
Commissioner Conway spoke regarding the commercial delivery trucks parked for long
periods of time. He said that it appears that UPS and FEDEX drivers are abusing the
twenty minute parking limit. Commissioner Condon recommended that City educate the
merchants and retailers that use them by issuing flyers to the truck drivers.
Commissioner Warden suggested the possibility of contacting the companies involved and
providing them with other parking location alternatives. He recommended that this item
be placed on next month's agenda as an Action Item.
7.4 Reports of citizens complaints or requests
None.
7.5 Comments and communication
None.
7.6 Next Meeting: May 12,2005
There were no reported scheduling conflicts by the Commission.
8. INACTTVE ITEMS
8.1 Mahler road - Height and overnight parking restrictions
Commissioner James stated this is working well.
8.2 Franklin School - Crosswalk enhancements at Trousdale Drive and Quesada Way
Commissioner Condon explained that he and Commissioner Conway were able to meet and begin
developing a process to compile a set of criteria and conditions to apply for marked crosswalks
around schools.
Commissioner Conway stated that there could be some unintended consequences from installing
unwarranted stop signs which could increase danger. He cited "California Stops" as an example.
Resident Theresa Post thanked the Commission for their work, especially the yellow crosswalks
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at Lincoln school. Ms. Post added that the existing red curb on Ray Drive and Lassen Way
needed to be extended farther back. Ms. Post said that visibility was poor and that pedestrians
were in danger.
Resident George Atkinson agreed with Ms. Post and would like to see knockdown delineators
installed.
8.3 4-way stop signs - Howard Avenue and Crescent Avenue
Chair Warden stated that this matter was still pending pedestrian count.
8.4 3-way stop signs - Ray Drive and Lassen Way
Chair Warden read the fax from Karen Keamey and Stanley Parker which stated that they were
unable to attend tonight's meeting, but that they were still concerned about traffic safety in the
neighborhood. Their letter also stated that they wanted a solution that showed fairness and equity
for all parties involved. Ms. Keamey and Mr. Parker also stated in their letter that they believe
speeding is an issue, and supported the opinion of the City's Traffic Engineer.
Ms. Franco of Davis Drive spoke. She said that she believes speeding is an issue and would like
to see cameras installed.
8.5 Easton Drive - Eucalyptus tree at Easton and Cabrillo
Commissioner Cohen stated that he found this issue to be of a challenge, given the structure of the
Eucalyptus roots. He added that accident counts would be taken into consideration, but that the
Commission needed to make sure that it exhausted and explored all opportunities on Easton Drive
before looking at tree removal. He cited examples such as curb realignment, one-way traffic, and
working with the Beautification Committee.
Chair Warden stated the Beautification Committee was already working on reforestation and
studying the life of useable trees.
Chair Warden confirmed this to be an Inactive Item, with five months remaining on the study
period.
Commissioner Condon reported that he received feedback from some of the residents that drivers
were still parking on the corners.
Commissioner Cohen reported that the trees were inspected, and were deemed in good health with
a life expectancy of 30 - 6fryears.
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8.6 Occidental Avenue - 6 month temporary re-installation of 2-hr. parking restrictions.
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9. AGENDIZE FOR THE NEXT MEETING - MAY I2,2OO5
. 4.2.1 Appeal process for the Traffic, Safety and Parking Commission - Discussion Item. 7.3.1 Commercial Districts (Double-yellow centerlines) - Action Item. 8.3 Howard Avenue and Crescent Avenue (4-way stop signs) - Discussion Item. 8.2 Franklin School (Crosswalk Enhancements) - Discussion Item. 4.2.2 Gilbreth Road (Vehicle Racing) - Discussion Itemr J.l Carolan Avenue at Broadway (Parking enforcement and time-limit extension) - Discussion
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The City of Burlingame
CITY HALL. 501 PRIMROSE ROAD
cALtFORNIA 94010-3997
www.burlingame.org
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It/eeting Minutes - Unapproved
Thursday - May 12,2005
Commissioners Present: Stephen Warden, Chair
Eugene Condon, Vice Chair
Russ Cohen
Dan Conway
Victor James
Commissioners Absent: None
StaffPresent:
staff Absentr
Visitors
Sergeant Don Shepley, Police Department
Augustine Chou, Traffic Engineer, Public Works
Lori Brock, Secretary, Public Works
None
Dorothy Kislingberry, 17 I0 Ray Drive
Evelyn Win, 1636 Lassen Way
Judy Downing, 1809 Ray Drive
Laurel and Pat Kane, 1608 Coronado Way
Rochelle Tolard, 1609 Larsen Way
Jen Ulrich, 1637 Coronado
Teresa Post, 1617 Coronado Way
Laurie Ken,1632 Mc Donald Way
Patricia Stratigas, 1709 Ray Drive
Adine Varah, 1552 Meadow Lane
Ray Chun, 1621 Coronado Way
Eleanor Dwyer, l90l Ray Drive
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1. CALL TO ORDER
7:00 p.m.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
3. ROLL CALL
5 of 5 Commissioners present.
4, CURRENT BUSINESS
4.I ACTION ITEMS
4.1.1 Minutes for April 14,2005
Minutes have been delayed and will be presented at the June 9, 2005 meeting for approval
4.2 DISCUSSION ITEMS
4.2.1 3-way stop signs - Ray Drive and Lassen Way
Traffic Engineer Chou made a presentation to the Commission and residents in attendance,
and reiterated that the installation of stop signs at this intersection was not warranted. He
explained that fresh paint at the intersection, using new cross-hatch crosswalk lines, new
centerline stripes, and the addition of reflective buttons along both sides of the crosswalk,
should help to increase the visibility of the crosswalk. Mr. Chou also recommended that the
existing red zone be extended on Ray Drive from the current l0 feet to 20 or 30 feet. All this
should help to slow down drivers and provide better visibility at the intersection. Mr. Chou
also recommended repainting the roadway legends which indicate a crosswalk ahead.
Commission Conway questioned whether or not the existing advanced warning signs would
help the situation. Traffrc Engineer Chou stated that the advanced warning signs which are
fluorescent are more effective at eye-catching than the current reflective yellow. Mr. Chou
referred to the recent work that was done next to Lincoln School on Deveruex Drive.
Chair Warden stated that the school crosswalk committee is looking at developing an overall
crosswalk warning and sign-safety plan for all crosswalks around schools in the city.
Commissioner Conway stated that the committee's research is about done, but the committee
still needs to work on making sure that the established criteria the city will eventually use are
consistent with state and federal guidelines. He added that the committee has approximately
15 measure that they will be proposing to the Commission for review.
Traffic Engineer Chou explained that the reduction of speed does occur right in the immediate
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vicinity of stop signs, it should be considered a by-product and a side benefit, not a means.
He said that stop sign installation, as dictated by the Federal Manual on Uniform Traffic
Control Devices (MUTCD) and the State of California, specifically states that stop signs are
used for right-away assignments.
Commissioner James asked about the intent of narrowing streets, painting red curbs, and how
such action affects property values. He said that in his opinion, curb marking in residential
areas have no impact on property values, but curb marking in commercial areas do have
impacts on property values. Commissioner James stated he received this information from
Caldwell Banker in Burlingame (554-8200).
Traffic Engineer Chou stated that the reason for the proposed additional red curb was to aid
the pedestrians by giving them more sight-visibility when standing at the corner. He added
that the use of centerlines was to create a visual affect of a narrower street or o'funnel" for the
driver. He said that this is a visual trick traffic engineers use to get drivers to reduce their
speed. Mr. Chou also stated that the additional red curb would not eliminate all on-street
parkinginfrontoflTl0RayDrive. Itwouldjustremoveoneoftwoexistingspacesthatare
between the corner and the driveway of the residence. There would still be ample spaces
beyond the driveway and around the comer, on Lassen Way.
Mrs. Dorothy Kislingberry, the homeowne r at 17 l0 Ray Drive, spoke of her parking concems
for visiting friends and relatives. She also stated that the concrete wall across the street at
1800 Ray Drive blocks visibility for drivers. She also said that mothers park in front of her
home to pickup their children.
Chair Warden reiterated that 1710 Ray Drive would only lose one legal parking space if the
red curb were extended.
Commissioner Condon stated that he saw this as a safety issue; and, that the city needed to
seriously consider painting this curb red so that parents would not park on the corner and
reduce the kids' visibility as they neared the intersection.
Commissioner Cohen asked Mrs. Kislingberr), for clarification regarding the red zone. Did
she 1) preferred not to have any red zone at all, or 2) prefer to keep the red zone that is already
there? Mrs. Kislingberry stated that she wasn't happy with the red zone in front of her home.
Theresa Post stated that the fluorescent signs do work and she would like to have them used
permanently at that location. She also stated that visibility at the corner was poor and felt that
the resident at 17l0 Ray Drive has plenty of parking. She added that she would like to have
the delineators in place.
Pat Stratigus stated the need for protecting the children in the area.
Laurie Kum presented the Commission with a handout that she received from her place of
employment.
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Rochelle Tolard stated that she believes the city needs to go all-out to protect the children.
Adeine Varah thanked the Commission for their efforts, and also stated that her son was
almost hit by a vehicle. She said that she believes that simple solutions will also help.
Patrick Kane spoke regarding the types and sizes of vehicles on the street that reduce
visibility. He stated that the street slopes downward towards El Camino Real and allows
vehicles to pickup speed. Mr. Kane said that a red zone in this area is needed.
Eleanore (no address given) stated that a red zone would be reasonable and would benefit the
children.
Judy Downing spoke of the danger of being struck by a vehicle following the "S" curve in the
road which allows vehicles to pickup additional speed.
Motion: To move this to an Action Item
M/S/C: Cohen, Condon; 5/0/0
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Commissio n", Cr#^ade a motion to recommend 20 feetof red zone, installation of
reflectorized markers, replacement of existing warning signs with fluorescent warning signs,
installation of cross-hatch paint at the crosswalk, installation of new double-yellow
centerlines, and the installation of centerline knock-down delineators on Ray Drive.
Commissioner James said that he did not support shorter red zone due to tleJaqt1hat the
citizens have been complaining about visibiity at that intersection fo, #ffi; und,
because staff has made a number of suggestions to slow down the traffic in the area.
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Commissioner Conway stated that while he supported the motion, hedidraetbelierre that the
delineators fit into the overall strategy. He also stated that he believes there is a downside to
installing similar mechanisms when it hasn't been shown to be clearly needed.
There was no second to the motion, so Chair Warden recommended splitting the work into
three motions, as follow:
l) Yellow crosswalk, reflector buttons, double yellow lines and signage
2) Red zone
3) Delinators
Motion: To approve the installation of cross-hatch painting and reflectorized markers at the
existing crosswalk at Ray Drive, install double yellow centerlines on Ray Drive, and post new
fluorescent crosswalk warning signs.
M/S/C: Cohen, James; 5/0/0
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Motion: To approve the installation of an additional l0 feet of red curb to the northeast comer
of Ray Driver, at 1710 Ray Drive, making for a total of 20 feet of red zone.
IWS/C: Cohen, Conway; 4lll0 (Commissioner James opposed)
Commissioner Condon made a motion to incorporate knock-down delineators in the center
of the crosswalks if the street meets the required width.
Commissioner Cohen said that he advocated installing the delineators even ifthe road doesn't
meet the required width. This was because of the fact that the street has a rise, and drivers
cannot see the crosswalk until they are actually upon it.
Commissioner Condon said that since the Commission voted to reduce the recommended red
curb from a total of30 feet to 20 feet, there should be a second option to get the delineators
in place.
Commissioner James questioned the issue and said that delineators need further study. He
asked if the Commission would consider tabling this motion for further study.
Chair Warden said that he supports the third motion but believed that if the street did not
qualify for delineators, the Commission would need to pursue other avenues available in
trying to emphasize that this is a school area with high traffic. He added that it was also
possible that Council might need to approve a special ordinance for this school zone.
Commissioner James stated that there were too many issues (street width, state involvement,
etc.) to move forward with this motion. He said the perhaps the Commissioners should
consider amending the motion.
Commissioner Conway stated that he did not believe the delineators would solve the visibility
issue, and wondered if the new reflectorized markers, cross-hatching, red curb, and
fluorescent waming signs would actually address the issues.
Traffic Engineer Chou stated that the delineators are typically used to delineate the centerline
or lanes on the roadway because of construction or confusion of lanes. He added that the staff
recommendation would be to use all the other options discussed first, without totally
discounting the delineators. He said that the Commission might want to look at how all the
other options do - and wait for the crosswalk committee to make their recommendation -
before finally considering delineators.
Commissioner Condon withdrew his motion, but said that he would like to have all the
recommendations completed by the next meeting. He added that the red curb should be
extended to the full distance of 30 feet due to the severe safety issue, if the use of delineators
is determined to be inadvisable at this location.
Chair Warden requested the homeowner at 1710 Ray Drive to stay in touch with the
Commission or Traffic Engineer Chou regarding the red curb situation.
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4.2.2 Franklin School - Crosswalk enhancements at Trousdale Drive and Quesada Way
Traffic Engineer Chou spoke of request to put cross patch painting (a highlighter paint) on
the crosswalk. The sub committee will need to consider this. Typically cross patching isn't
used on controlled intersections.
Chair Warden said that this item would be moved to Inactive Item until the traffic signal
warrant study is completed by the traffic engineer.
4.2.3 Carolan Avenue at Broadway - parking enforcement and time-limit extension
Traffic Engineer Chou informed the Commission that Mr. Mike Harvey could not be present
at tonight's meeting. Mr. Chou related that Mr. Harvey was concerned about the 2-hour
parking limitation along Carolan Avenue, south of Broadway. He said that of the four signs
on this short block, three signs state "2-hour parking, Sunday and holidays excepted," and a
single sign reads, "2-hour parking, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays excepted." Mr. Chou
said that Mr. Harvey's concern was over the exception for both Saturdays and Sundays. Mr.
Chou reviewed the city ordinance and found that the exemption should only be for Sundays
and holidays. He said that this matter is resolvable on a staff level by switching out the single
incorrect sign. The 2-hour parking restriction should be enforceable for Saturdays on an on-
call basis.
Traffic Engineer Chou explained the existing conditions ofthe intersection and presented an
aerial photo diagram. He said that the intersection was a four-legged intersection with only
two ofthe approaches having stop signs. He stated that despite this, all four approaches have
painted crosswalks on them. Mr. Chou explained that a pedestrian counts was conducted
between 3 PM and 4 PM on a weekday. The study results showed that only three pedeskians
crossed during this time. Mr. Chou also stated that during the study, that some vehicles were
stopping at the crosswalk despite not having a stop sign, and caused confusion with cross
traffic. He said that staffwas recommending the elimination ofthe painted crosswalks across
Howard Avenue, but retain the crosswalks along Crescent Avenue (the side street with stops).
Mr. Chou concluded that before such action should be done, a separate pedestrian count
should be taken during the weekends.
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Chair Warden recommended this item be tables until July, when children are out of school
for the summer, and asked that staff conduct a new count during the weekend after Pershing
Park is reopened. In the meantime, he said that perhaps a sign stating "cross traffrc does not
stop" may be in order.
Motion: To move this to Action Item.
IWS/C: Condon, Conway; 5/0/0
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Motion: To deny the request for a 4-way stop at Howard Avenue and Cresent Avenue and
recommended that staff provide a new pedestrian count by the summer, which will include
weekend counts.
IWS/C: Condon, Conway; 5/0/0
4.2.5 Appeal Process for the TSP Commission
Chair Warden provided a brief history as to how this matter came to light and how decisions
the Commission makes might be appealed. He also stated that he felt stop signs should not
be appealed since they are warrant driven. In reference to the different curb zones such as
yellow, red, or handicap, Chair Warden recommended that the Commission investigate
assessing a fee for the appeal process. He said that this would give the city more control over
the appeal process.
Commissioner Cohen said that the appeal process should be implemented and that the City
Attorney and Traffic Engineer should be involved in informing the Council if an item did not
meet warrants and to be cautious when going against the advice of the City Attorney, Traffic
Engineer, and the Traffic Commission.
4.2.6 Yehicle Racing on Gilbreth Road
Chair Warden said that he was waiting for information from the Association of Bay Area
govemments (ABAG), the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC), City of
Oakland, and notes from Police ChiefVan Etten regarding possible deterrents to this problem.
5. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF NEW ITEMS
5.1 Appeal the installation of one loading zone and one metered parking on the west end of City Hall
Lane
Traffic Engineer Chou reported that approximately ayear ago, as part of the parking strategy for
City Hall Lane, the City decided not to install parking meters or controls in the parking area
directly behind Crosby Commons. However, due to this space being available after the removal
of large tree planters, their has been some problems with people parking there. Mr. Chou
explained that citations have been issued and a dispute has arisen about the rights to use these
unmetered, unregulated spaces. As a fair and impartial solution, the offlrce of the City Manager
and Public Works have plans to install one additional meter and one loading zone to this area.
Mr.Chou explained that Mr. Karim Salma, property owner of Crosby Commons, would like to
attend the next meeting so he can explain why he does not want to have this area metered or
marked as a loadingzone.
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7. INFORMATION ITEMS
7.1 Bicycle Safety Issues in Burlingame
Traffic Engineer Chou reported the City of Daly City received additional monies for their TDA
projects from another funding source, and will be relinquishing a portion of the monies they were
awarded in the most recent TDA grant cycle. Mr. Chou explained that this means that
Burlingame's last project will be funded by TDA and all the projects submitted will be fully
funded.
7.2 From Staff to Commission
7.2.1 Traffic Engineer's Report
Burlingame Downtown Parking Study (Special Meeting - Thursday, May 26,7 PM,
Council Chambers)
7 .2.1.1
Traffic Engineer Chou confirmed a date of May 26,2005 for the next Downtown
Parking Study meeting.
7.2.2 Traffrc Sergeant's Report
Traffic Sergeant Shepley explained that Police staff is down, but that he expected one new
full-time employee for the Parking Enforcement Officer position (PEO) to be sworn in on
May 15,2005.
Sgt. Shepley also reported that selective enforcement was conducted last month on Cortez
Avenue and warnings were given in all cases except for one.
Regarding street racing on Gilbreth, Sg1. Shepley said that it has become a rarity except in
the last few weeks. Citations were issued and vehicles inspections have been performed.
Most citations have been issued as non-correctable,
Stg. Shepley reported that the Department's DUI checkpoint program, which is funded by
OTS Grants, was cancelled due to poor weather conditions. He said that it has been
rescheduled for Friday, June 3,2005.
7.3 From Commission to Staff
7 .3.1 Reports of citizen complaints or requests
Commissioner Cohen reported an illegally parked vehicle on southbound Rollins Road, south
of the Broadway intersection. He stated that it had been parked for weeks next to where all the
off-duty school buses have been parked, and was facing the wrong direction with a flat tire.
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Traffic Sergeant Shepley stated that he would assign his staff to look into this matter. He also
reported that a few of the school buses in this area were legally parked since an investigation
showed that there was no business being run from that residential area. He added that several
residents have complained about the buses causing sight visibility problems for drivers wanting
to turn from Larkspur and Borel. He concluded by saying that no current calls have been
recorded in the last few months, but that it was believed that the buses would go away for the
summer duration.
7.4 Comments and communications
None.
7.5 Next Meeting: June 9, 2005
Commissioner James said that he might not be able to make this meeting due to a scheduling
conflict.
8. INACTIVE ITEMS
8.1 Mahler Road height restrictions - (120 day review coming up next month with 3l days left.)
Nothing new to report.
8.2 Easton Drive Eucalyptus Trees on Easton and Cabrillo
Chair Warden reported that he, Commissioner Cohen, and Traffic Engineer Chou met with Parks
& Rec Director Randy Schwartz to discuss the area that this Commission would be evaluating, and
to review the Beautification and Parks Committee plans. He stated that a public hearing would
be scheduled later in the year.
Traffic Engineer Chou reported that Public Works received no new comments other than a
question about a "missing", or as yet uninstalled sign at the comer of Occidental Avenue and
Ralston Avenue. He stated that afer a field investigation, it was determined that there was an old
pole which had no new sign posted. Mr. Chou explained that it was determined that the pole
should be removed, because its placement was redundant and unnecessary.
I O. AGENDIZED FOR THE NEXT MEETING - JUNE 9,2005
, 4.2.1. 4.2.2. 4.2.3. 4.2.4. 4.2.6
Ray Drivellassen Way (Crosswalk Delineators) - Discussion Item
Franklin School (Crosswalk Enhancements) - move to Inactive Item
Carolan Avenue/Broadway (2-Hour Parking Limits) - Discussion Item
Howard Avenue/Crescent Avenue (Summer Ped Counts) - move to Inactive Item
Gilbreth Road @acing Vehicles) - move to Inactive Item
The City of Burlingame Page 9
8.3 Occidental Avenue - (Six month temporary installation of two hour parking restrictions, four
months remaining.)
TRAFFIC, SAFETY AND PARKING COMMISSION
Meeting Minutes - Unapproved
Thursday, May 12,2005
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I,{arch 31,2005
Augustine Chou
Staff Liaison, City tvlanager's Office
CityofBudingame
501 Primrw Road
Burlingamq CA 94010
Re: Traffic&SafetyCommissionMoeting
April 14, 2005 - 7:fi) P.M.
DearMr. Chou:
I would like to request that an issue of concern to me be pr$ on tb agenda- The problem
pertains to enforcement of parking on Carolan Avenue near the conrer of Broadway-
Also of concem is the 2-horn pa*ing allowed Monday through Fridan I would like to
see that restiction extended to Monday through Sunday. Weekends are far more
importanttoaretailbusinessandoursisnoexception- AdditionallSIdoplantoafiend
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RECETVEDIOUrS Very muy,
APR 0 4 2005
Mchael R Ilarvey
President
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June 3, 2005
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MichaelHarvey
Mike Harvey's Auto Connec'tion
P.O. Box 943
Burlingame, CA 94011
Dear Mr. Harvey:
Your request regarding the extension of 2-hour parking and the use of parking meters on Carolan Avenue has
been scheduled forthe Traffic Safety & Parking Commission on Thursday, June 9, at 7:00 PM, Burlingame City
Hall, Council Chambers.
At this meeting, the Commission will review any staff studies regarding your request before making any
determination on possible actions. You are invited to attend this public meeting and personally present your
concerns to the Gommission.
Please note that I have included a copy of the meeting agenda for your record. lf you have any questions
about the meeting, please callthe Department of Public Works-Engineering Division at (650) 558-7230.
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Augustine Chou
Traffic Engineer
Staff Liaison to Traffic Safety and Parking Commission
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June 3, 2005
Karim Salma
Salma & Associates
1375 Burlingame Avenue
Burlingame, C494011
Dear Mr. Salma:
Your request to appealthe designation of a single loading zone and one metered parking space on the west
end of City Hall Lane has been scheduled as a Discussion ltem for the Traffic Safety & Parking Commission
on Thursday, June 9, at 7:00 PM, Burlingame City Hall, CouncilChambers.
At this meeting, the Commission will review any staff studies regarding the matter before making any
determination on possible actions. You are invited to attend this public meeting and personally present your
concems to the Commission.
Please note that I have included a copy of the meeting agenda for your record. lf you have any questions
about the meeting, please callthe Department of Public Works-Engineering Division at (650) 558-7230.
Sincerely,
Augustine Chou
Traffic Engineer
Staff Liaison to Traffic Safety and Parking Commission
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June 6, 2005
Teresa Post
1617 Coronado Way
Burlingame, CA 94010
Dear Teresa Post:
The matter of whether or not to use knockdown delineators in the crosswalk at Ray Drive and Lassen Way will
be discussed again at the next Traffic Safety & Parking Commission meeting on Thursday, June 9, 2005, at
7:00 PM, Burlingame City Hall, Council Chambers.
During this meeting, the Commission will hear from members of the crosswalk sub-committee on any new
developments regarding its evaluation of potential safety measures at school crosswalks. Since you have been
instrumental in getting this matter to the Commission in the past, you are invited to attend this public meeting
and participate in the discussions. lt has, however, not been determined if any additional actions or
recommendations will be presented by the sub-committee at this meeting.
Please note that I have included a copy of the meeting agenda for your records. lf you have any questions
about the meeting, please call me at the Department of Public Works-Engineering Division. My telephone
number is (650) 558-7236.
Augustine Chou
Traffic Engineer
Staff Liaison to the Traffic, Safety & Parking Commission
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June 6, 2005
Jennifer Ulrich
1637 Coronado Way
Burlingame, CA 94010
Dear Jennifer Ulrich:
The matter of whether or not to use knockdown delineators in the crosswalk at Ray Drive and Lassen Way will
be discussed again at the next Traffic Safdty & Parking Commission meeting on Thursday, June 9, 2005, at
7:00 PM, Burlingame City Hall, CouncilChambers.
During this meeting, the Commission will hear from members of the crosswalk sub-committee on any new
developments regarding its evaluation of potentialsafety measures at schoolcrosswalks. Since you have been
instrumental in getting this matter to the Commission in the past, you are invited to attend this public meeting
and participate in the discussions. lt has, however, not been determined if any additional actions or
recommendations will be presented by the sub-committee at this meeting.
Please note that I have included a copy of the meeting agenda for your records. lf you have any questions
about the meeting, please call me at the Department of Public Works-Engineering Division. My telephone
number is (650) 558-7236.
Augustine Chou
Traffic Engineer
Staff Liaison to the Traffic, Safety & Parking Commission
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Don Shepley, DRTR
0610910s
June Report
Status of the Division
Again, the patrol division injuries have not been resolved. However, our newest
edition to BPD has been released from training. Due to this, Officer Bo11, baring further
staffing issues, will retum to Traffic on Monday June 20th. He should resume
enforcement duties later that week.
Our parking enforcement staff is still diminished. PEO Garrett has not returned to
regular duty. PEO Phillip Feitleberg was sworn in on 5/16/05, and is currently in
training. The net result of this is that a PEO is removed from regular duty to provide
training to Feitleberg. Hopefully, Feitleberg will be released from training by the end of
July, but this is dependent on his learning curve.
Street Racing
Sgt. Jeff Downs reports that he is unaware of any racing activity other than last
weekend. On Sunday,06105105, six vehicles, which meet the profile for street racing,
were stopped in the Gilbreth area. Street racing was not observed, and it is believed that
the stops proactively prevented racing activity. Five of the vehicles were cited for
mechanical violations. The cited were referred to the Smog Referee to prove correction
of equipment. It should also be noted that one of the drivers had a 2 way radio with him.
OTS Grants
BPD held a DUI Checkpoint (#54) on Friday, 06103105, on the 1700 block of El
Camino. See attachment for preliminary activity statistics.
The following May 2005 statistics were requested byDaly City PD for the county
wide OTS grant:
1) Number of persons killed in alcohol involved collisions - 0
2) Number of persons injured in alcohol involved collisions - 0
3) Number of persons killed in hit-and-run collisions - 0
4) Number of persons injured in hit-and-run collisions - 0
5) Number of people killed in nighttime collisions (2100-0259) - 0
6) Number of people injured in nighttime collisions (2100-0259) - 0
7) Number of fatal crashes with a BAC of .08 or above - 0
To:
From:
Date:
Subject:
Patrol Sgts and Traffic Officers
Shepley
06109t05
Selective Enforcement
As time permits, please advise your teams to attempt selective enforcement. Shaded
items were brought forward at TSP meetings. If selective enforcement is performed,
please create a selective enforcement call.
Violation Location
Time of
Offense Date
Primrose/Blgm Av No specific hrs13.38.030 BCO Loading Zone 04t15t05
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DUI CHECKPOINT 54
N/EL CAMTNO - N/OF DUFFERTN
FRf, 05-03-05
TOTAL VEHICI,ES SCREENED :835
TOTAL FST|S:
TOTAI, DUI ARRESTS:
DRMR LICENSE SUSPENDED: 2 (ctte/rel-ease)
DRIVER I]NI,ICENSED:3 (cite/release)
VEHICIJES TOWED:
WARRAITT ARRESTS:
CHII,D RESTRAIIfiT CITATIONS: O
NO DRIVER I,ICENSE IN POSSESSION CITATIONS: ?
REGI STRJATION CITATION :
5
1
1
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PROOF OF INSIIRJNIICE:1 (in addition to other charges
cite/release)
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