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Meeting Minutes - Approved
Tuesday, July 2, 2002
Commissioners Present:Jim McIver, Chair
Jim Evans, Vice Chair
Russ Cohen
Lisa De Angelis
Commissioners Absent:David Mayer
Staff Present:Frank Erbacher, Assistant Public Works Director
Fred Palmer, City Attorney’s Office
Dawn Cutler, Traffic Sergeant, Police Department
Staff Absent:Doris Mortensen, Administrative Secretary, Public Works
Visitors:Mark Metcalfe, 401 Occidental Avenue, Burlingame
Marika Metcalfe, 401 Occidental Avenue, Burlingame
Rebecca Knudsen, 315 Occidental Avenue, Burlingame
Frank Kelly, 321 Occidental Avenue, Burlingame
Joe McVeigh, 329 Occidental Avenue, Burlingame
Julia McVeigh, 329 Occidental Avenue, Burlingame
Bob Hocker, 1610 Chapin Avenue, Burlingame
Margaret Lee Blunt, 1538 Burlingame Avenue, Burlingame
Michael Murdock, 1228 Floribunda Ave., #9, Burlingame
Sylvia Rubel, 1469 Bellevue Ave., #803, Burlingame
Doug Weaver, 1101 Douglas Avenue, Burlingame
Linda Abbey, 2415 Adeline Drive, Burlingame
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Tuesday, July 2, 2002
1.CALL TO ORDER. 7:00 p.m. by Chair McIver.
2.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG.
3. ROLL CALL. 4 of 5 Commissioners present.
4.CURRENT BUSINESS.
4.1 ACTION ITEMS.
4.1.1 Minutes for June 13, 2002, were submitted and approved.
4.1.2 Appeal Regarding Vehicle at 1101 Douglas Avenue - Public Hearing
Mr. Palmer advised this is a public hearing requested by Mr. Weaver as a follow up to a code
enforcement violation of an inoperable vehicle parked in Mr. Weaver’s driveway. The City requested
he move the vehicle; however, Mr. Weaver said he would not. The Commission should find whether
or not the vehicle is operable. If inoperable, then make the determination how much time Mr.
Weaver has to remove it and then prepare an Order to remove the vehicle. This action will allow Mr.
Weaver one more opportunity for appeal which will be to the City Council.
From the floor, Mr. Weaver stated that the vehicle has been in his family since 1972; and he is
restoring it. However, he recently broke his hip which has slowed down the restoration work. The
vehicle is parked on commercial property, and he has seen car agencies park non-licensed cars
almost into the street. It is not a nuisance or an eyesore and is registered with the DMV as a non-
operating vehicle. He also asked who made the complaint. Mr. Palmer advised that when the hearing
is concluded, he may ask for this information in writing. Mr. Palmer then advised that the ordinance
applies to all zones, including commercial. The registration has to do with operation of the vehicle
on the street. Under City ordinance, he is free to park the vehicle in his garage or within a fenced rear
yard.
Comm. Evans stated that the City has a right to enforce its ordinances regardless of how long the
violation has existed. The Commission has determined that the vehicle is not operational and Comm.
Evans recommends giving Mr. Weaver two weeks to remove the vehicle. Comm. Cohen stated that
Mr. Weaver is lucky that he has room on the side of his property behind the fence to place the
vehicle. It was moved and seconded (Comms. Evans/De Angelis) to authorize the City to take action
after two weeks, July 16, 2002, instructing Mr. Weaver to move the subject vehicle. Unanimously
approved by the Commission.
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4.2 DISCUSSION ITEMS.
4.2.1 Millbrae BART Station - Traffic and Parking Impacts on City streets - Possible Effects and
Traffic Commission Hearing Schedule
Chair McIver stated that he and Comm. Cohen met to evaluate approaches in contacting affected
businesses in the immediate area of BART. The Commissioners want to have plans of action
available, install parking meters in adjacent industrial area, and merchants/businesses suggested time
limit (4-hour) parking to allow the Police Department to make only one enforcement sweep a day.
Comm. Cohen also suggested adding signage to read “No BART Parking Allowed.” Some of the
merchants are willing to pay for these signs. Comm. Evans suggested addressing the problem now
to get everything in place so when the problem develops we will be ready to effect the plan(s). Mr.
Erbacher stated the commercial-industrial area (Rollins and Adrian Roads) needs to be noticed about
the City enacting, for example, 4-hour parking limits with the initial hearing at the Commission level
if needed once BART opens, then it could be presented to the City Council. They will then hold a
public hearing before final approval. Comm. Evans suggested the initial Commission hearing be
held in September. Comm. Cohen stated the light commercial area, California Drive area, will be
addressed later. Comm. De Angelis suggested a public meeting and/or distribution of educational
materials for each of the three residential-commercial areas to determine distinctive problems. For
the next meeting, Mr. Erbacher will provide a more detailed map of the various areas and the
Commission can then assign a plan for each area.
4.2.2 Occidental and Chapin Avenues - Speed Issue and Stop Sign Request - Letter
From the floor, residents expressed a desire to slow the traffic down but not necessarily with a Stop
sign. One resident suggested two Stop signs since traffic from both Ralston Avenue and El Camino
Real is too fast. Cars parked along Occidental blocks the driver’s view. They also need enforcement
at this site. 30 mph rate is too high. There are a lot of pre-schoolers walking to day care in this
neighborhood.
Mr. Erbacher advised that an engineering radar speed survey in March showed the 85%-ile is 34
mph; and because it’s residential, it was posted at 30 mph. When establishing the speed limit, they
also consider road width and number of accidents that have occurred. Since 1992, there have been
two accidents. Also, the traffic count does not warrant Stop signs. Comm. Evans recommends using
more traffic enforcement. Mr. Erbacher will check the blocks for parked vehicles later in the day and
check site distances. He will also check Occidental for accident reports. Chair McIver stated more
data will be obtained and provided at the next meeting. This will be a Discussion Item. Mr.
Erbacher advised that notices will be sent again for the next meeting, and staff will add those in
attendance today to the list.
4.2.3 Staff request for four 24-minute Parking Spaces on 500 block of Primrose Road, west side
Mr. Erbacher advised that City Hall parking lot is full due to an increased number of employees;
therefore, short-term parking is needed for visitors to City Hall during business hours. The neighbors
were noticed so they could provide their input.
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From the floor, Mr. Murdock stated that parking on the street is scarce due to a new apartment
building on the corner of Primrose Road and Floribunda Avenue. Mr. Erbacher advised that the 24-
minute limit is only until 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. It was moved and seconded (Comms.
Evans/De Angelis) to concur with staff’s recommendation to change four 1-hour parking spaces to
24-minute time limits on the 500 block of Primrose Road. Unanimously approved by the
Commission.
4.2.4 El Camino Real and Bellevue Avenue - Request for Traffic Signal - Letter
Mr. Erbacher advised that there is a site distance issue here; so by copy of his letter to the petitioner,
he will advise Caltrans staff who has jurisdiction. City staff and State staff will coordinate a
resolution.
From the floor, Ms. Rubel stated it’s a dangerous intersection and bad accidents have occurred at
this site.
4.2.5 Add Parking Spaces on Magnolia Avenue, west side
Mr. Erbacher stated that only two diagonal spaces may be available on this site. The concern is that
two lone, diagonally-parked vehicles may become targets for through traffic. Unless there is a
demand, he recommends no action at this time. Comm. Evans supports staff’s recommendation. The
Commission concurred.
5. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF NEW ITEMS.
5.1 Request for Red Zone at 1134 Douglas Avenue - Letter
Mr. Erbacher stated that the work order was issued 6/19/02 for this installation.
5.2 Dwight Road at Lexington Way - Request for Stop Sign - E-Mail
Mr. Erbacher advised that the speed study supported 25 mph residential speed. This site would not meet
Stop sign warrants. The accident apparently occurred when someone pulled out in front of another car.
Staff has met with the petitioner with this information.
5.3 Howard Avenue - Speed and Trucks (e-mail)
No response from petitioner as yet. Sgt. Cutler submitted the Selective Enforcement results which showed
10 citations issued.
5.4 1300 Block of Vancouver Avenue - Speed Concerns (petition)
Petitioner attended traffic calming meetings with no further contact. This item will be on hold for the
Traffic Calming Program.
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6. FROM THE FLOOR
6.1 Mr. Murdock would like a reevaluation of the traffic markings at Primrose Road and Floribunda
Avenue where a Camaro driver has been using it as a sideshow stop. Also, from California Drive
to Primrose Road, Floribunda Avenue is now a road test route for Texaco mechanics. It has become
unsafe, and Floribunda Avenue has become a major thoroughfare between El Camino Real and
California Drive. The existing Yield sign is inconsequential; other markings are needed. Mr.
Erbacher advised that a double centerline being installed on Primrose Road will make it more
enforceable when a driver goes over the centerline. Comm. Evans suggested updating signage if
needed.
6.2 Ms. Abbey stated that on June 13, 2002, she requested enforcement of speed limit, truck weight load
limit and fire safety; but Adeline Drive is not on this agenda. She was pleased that the high dry grass
at Sisters of Mercy was cut down. She stated she would also like larger bumps placed on Adeline
Drive by Poppy Drive to slow traffic and keep cars from straddling the line. Sisters of Mercy has no
Stop pavement marking although they do have a Stop sign at their exit which is not effective enough.
What is your report; what patrols has the Police Department made; she has not received any
communication regarding these issues since the last meeting; and how is it that her community
doesn’t receive any notification about these meetings?
Sgt. Cutler advised that Adeline Drive has been on the active list for selective enforcement for at
least the last six months. Mr. Erbacher stated that at the last meeting he had explained that large
bumps on the street could cause a higher hazard since they are more for control at an intersection.
They will install the small bumps in a single line. The Stop sign at Sisters of Mercy is on private
property which is not the City’s jurisdiction. The main issue at this site is enforcement. The truck
weight limit is not controlled for local deliveries. Agenda notification was not necessary for her
neighbors this month. Ms. Abbey advised that sometimes Sisters of Mercy places directional a-frame
signs on the roadway. She also requested a traffic count for various neighborhood streets. Mr.
Erbacher advised that traffic counts are done for potential or real accident issues. She also requested
the radar trailer be placed on the downhill side of Adeline Drive between Poppy Drive and Hoover
Avenue during morning and afternoon hours. Sgt. Cutler will display the trailer when it’s available.
7. INFORMATION ITEMS.
7.1 From Staff to Commission
7.1.1 Traffic Engineer’s Report
Mr. Erbacher reported that the Oak Grove/California signal is still being coordinated. The
Burlingame High School is installing more portable classrooms and is allowing on-site parking
where space is available to alleviate the demand for street parking. Also, he advised that the new
Traffic Engineer has been selected and will arrive on July 29.
7.1.2 Staff Action Log - Attached to Agenda.
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7.1.3 Burlingame Parking Study
Mr. Erbacher stated this will be prepared later this year.
7.2 From Commission to Staff
7.2.1 Reports of citizen complaints or requests
7.2.1.1 Comm. Cohen asked if the sound wall will be continued on Rollins Road. Mr.
Erbacher advised that it will probably be done when Caltrans works on the auxiliary lanes for
Highway 101 in the next two or three years.
7.2.1.2 Comm. Cohen asked about the safety of turning left when exiting from Bank of
America on Chapin Avenue. Mr. Erbacher stated this is a wide street and is manageable for
left turning.
7.2.2 Comments and communication
Chair McIver stated that Millbrae’s next BART Impact Meeting is scheduled for July 11 at 7 p.m.
Comm. Cohen stated that Burlingame High School is having a meeting on July 7 regarding their
activities.
7.2.3 Expected absences of Commissioners at the Thursday, August 8, 2002 meeting
No expected absences.
8. INACTIVE ITEMS.
8.1 Request for traffic control on Dwight Road
City Council approved construction of the new gateway improvements for Dwight Road and will be
going out to bid. The City is asking City of San Mateo for joint cost sharing to update the signals at
Peninsula Avenue. Sgt. Cutler submitted the Selective Enforcement results which showed that 3 citations
were issued. This report only covers a two-week period since the last meeting on June 13.
8.2 Petition from Bayswater & Howard residents requesting a traffic study of area to determine if traffic-
calming measures warranted
Sgt. Cutler submitted the Selective Enforcement results which showed that 10 citations were issued for
Howard. This item is on hold for the Traffic Calming Program.
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8.3 1007 Chula Vista Avenue - Letter requesting Speed Limit Signage for Traffic-Calming effect to
constrain speeding drivers
This item is on hold for the Traffic Calming Program.
8.4 Request for speed limit and truck weight limit enforcement, a traffic signal on Trousdale Drive at
Skyline Boulevard, STOP sign on Trousdale Drive at Loyola Drive and STOP sign on Trousdale at
Quesada Way. Results of Traffic Data Gathering - Speed limits
Sgt. Cutler submitted the Selective Enforcement results which showed that 24 citations and 8 warnings
were issued.
8.5 Concerns about For Sale signs on vehicles parked on El Camino Real at Mills/Peninsula Hospital
Comm. Evans suggested removing this item from the Agenda.
9. AGENDIZE FOR THE NEXT MEETING.
Item 4.2.1 - Discussion Item
Item 4.2.2 - Discussion Item
Item 4.2.3 - Discussion Item
Item 4.2.4 - Send Letter from Staff
10. ADJOURNMENT. 9:45 p.m.
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