HomeMy WebLinkAbout5/1/2013 - STAFF REPORTS Comments on Item 2D
From the Canyon Sands Homeowners Association
Removal of an Existing Crosswalk on the West Side of Gene Autry at Seven Lake
Thank you City staff for taking the time to meet with the Canyon Sands HOA Board.
Recommendation
This section appears to be incomplete. Staff is only recommending one improvement
when there are at least three improvements proposed.
Recommendation Improvements
Approve removal of an existing crosswalk Remove an existing sidewalk at Gene
Autry and 7 Lakes
Provide a new stop bar the intersection
Develop a new crosswalk and curb ramp
at the intersection of 7 Lakes and East
Mira Monte
Remove the sidewalk on the north side of
Improvement? 7 Lakes between E. Mira Monte and Gene
Autry
We would like clarification on exactly what is being approved tonight.
Staff Analysis
1. Currently, there is no sidewalk on the west side of Gene Autry Trail north of 7
Lakes heading northbound.
This is not exactly true. There is a sidewalk on the west side of Gene Autry. It's
now about 2 feet wide and was sawed in half lengthwise when improvements
were made on Gene Autry to turn it into Highway 111 to make room for the
sound wall.
2. Please explain why the sidewalk along the north side of 7 Lakes Drive is being
removed between E. Mira Monte and Gene Autry Trail. This should be part of
the Staff Analysis.
3. Then explain what will replace the sidewalk and who will be responsible for
maintaining whatever takes the place of the sidewalk.
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Other Issues the Canyon Sands Group Would Like to Discuss with Staff
We would like to continue the dialogue between the HOAs at Canyon Sands and 7
Lakes, and City Staff. In particular we would like to work on the following issues:
1. Speed limit along Gene Autry Trail through our residential neighborhood should
be reduced to increase public safety. There are no crosswalks along this section
of Gene Autry and pedestrians frequently jay walk back and forth.
2. In the absence of a deceleration lane/right turn lane on southbound Gene Autry,
it would be advantageous to have Caltrans place some sort of signage along
Gene Autry alerting drivers of the upcoming intersection with 7 Lakes and that
vehicles will be slowing to turn right. Turning left onto Eagle Way for that matter.
3. The removal of the crosswalk and moving the stop bar further east to improve a
driver's visibility is helpful but the real fix would be to redesign that portion of the
sound wall at the corner of Gene Autry and 7 Lakes, pulling it away from the
intersection.
4. As shown in the attached aerial photograph, the north side of 7 Lakes is often
impaired by overgrown shrubbery encroaching onto the sidewalk that causes
pedestrians to have to walk in the street at regular intervals. Although currently,
the vegetation is trimmed, the aerial photograph clearly shows numerous
impediments on the sidewalk between Gene Autry to Cherokee.
5. The intersection of 7 Lakes and Linden Way also has limited line of site for
drivers heading north on Linden Way. The overgrown hedge on the Parker
property (northeast corner) severely impairs line of sight and requires drivers to
pull out into 7 Lakes Drive to be able to adequately see oncoming eastbound
vehicles.
Pedestrians at this intersection could also benefit from a crosswalk because
there is no sidewalk west of Linden Way on the south side of 7 Lakes along the
Parker property.
6. The intersection of 7 Lakes and Cherokee is a one-way stop with only west
bound 7 Lakes traffic having a stop sign. Again, the overgrown hedge on the
Parker property (northwest corner) causes drivers to have to pull into Cherokee
in order to see northbound vehicles approaching. Vehicles heading northbound
into the driveway of 7 Lakes Country Club do not have a stop and this creates a
hazard.
7. There is a tendency for drivers to drive at what appears to be excessive speeds
along 7 Lakes. The speed limit should be clearly posted and posted often. We
would also welcome some sort of traffic calming because Canyon Sands is a
very pedestrian oriented community with quite a few bicyclists as well, and
vehicle speeds along 7 Lakes should be better controlled.
8. Finally we would like to discuss a number of issues our residents have with the
Parker Hotel but we will save this issue for a more appropriate forum when a .
hotel representative would be available.
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James Thomas, City Clerk
City of Palm Springs
P.O. Box 2743
Palm Springs, CA 92263
Subject: Removal of sidewalk and crosswalk at the
Intersection of Seven Lakes Drive and
Gene Autry Trail
The problem at this intersection is the corner of the wall on the northwest
corner of the intersection (see attached photo). The City Engineer believes
removal of the crosswalk line will solve the visibility problem. Cars
heading east on Seven Lakes Drive pull across the line now to be able to see
northward onto Gene Autry Trail. Even if the line is removed, cars will still
have to pull further out onto Gene Autry Trail to see around the corner of
the wall.
Removal of the crosswalk also means removal of the sidewalk on the north
side of Seven Lakes Drive which is a waste of my tax money. I oppose the
removal of the crosswalk and sidewalk.
Removal of the corner of the wall is the only thing which will solve the
visibility problem.
Sincerely,
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Date: May 1, 2013 CONSENT CALENDAR
Subject: NOTICE OF THE REMOVAL OF AN EXISTING CROSSWALK ON THE
WEST SIDE ALONG GENE AUTRY TRAIL (HIGHWAY 111) AT 7 LAKES
DRIVE
From: David H. Ready, City Manager
Initiated by: Public Works and Engineering Department
SUMMARY
California Vehicle Code Section 21950.5 provides the City Council accept public input
prior to the City removing a crosswalk.
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the removal of an existing crosswalk on the west side along Gene Autry Trail
(Highway 111) at Seven Lakes Drive.
STAFF ANALYSIS:
On March 12, 2013, the City of Palm Springs, Caltrans, and representatives from
Canyon Sands and 7 Lakes Country Club Homeowner Associations, agreed to
improvements that will improve the corner sight distance of the intersection at Gene
Autry Trail (Highway 111) at 7 Lakes Drive. These improvements, currently being
designed by Caltrans, call for the removal of the existing crosswalk on the west side
along Gene Autry Trail at 7 Lakes Drive. Per California Vehicle Code (CVC) Section
21950.5, Removal of Marked Crosswalk, require notice and opportunity to be heard by
the public a minimum of 30 days prior to the scheduled date or removal, and the notice
posted at the crosswalk identified for removal (see attachment).
In order to improve corner sight distance for vehicles heading eastbound on 7 Lakes
Drive, removal of the crosswalk will allow the current stop bar to be placed closer to the
intersection, providing for improved corner sight distance. Currently, there is no
sidewalk on the west side of Gene Autry Trail north of 7 Lakes Drive heading
northbound. Proposed in the design is to provide a new crosswalk and curb ramp at 7
ITEM NO. a-D
City Council Staff Report
May 1, 2013- Page 2
Crosswalk Removal at Gene Autry Trail and 7 Lakes Drive
Lakes and E. Mira Monte, the closest intersection to Gene Autry Trail and 7 Lakes
Drive. There is an existing westerly sidewalk along the north side of 7 Lakes Drive,
from the subject intersection, however, there is no accessible facilities for pedestrians
until Cherokee Way. This sidewalk is proposed to be removed from Gene Autry to E.
Mira Monte.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Staff is proposing to split the cost with Caltrans. The City's costs for removal of
crosswalk at Gene Autry and 7 Lakes and installing new crosswalk at E. Mira Monte
and 7 Lakes is estimated at $3,000. Gene Autry trail is within Caltrans' Right-of-Way.
Sufficient funds for City's share exist in account number 001-4171-43200.
SUBMITTED:
Prepared Recommended by:
Savat Khamphou David J. Barakian
Assistant Director of Public Works Director of Public Works/City Engineer
Approved by:
David H. Ready, City Ma
Attachment:
Notice of Crosswalk Removal
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CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
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Meeting Date: May 1, 2013
Subject: Removal of Crosswalk at Seven Lakes Drive
AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
I, Felipe Primera, Engineering Assistant for the Public Works and Engineering Department
of the City of Palm Springs, California, do hereby certify that a copy of the attached Notice
of Public Hearing was posted at locations as shown on Exhibit "A" at the
intersection of Seven Lakes Drive at Gene Autry Trail, on this 2,1 LJ"day of
2013.
I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.
Felipe Pri ra, Engineering Assistant
City of Pa m Springs Public Works and Engineering
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NOTICE OF CROSSWALK REMOVAL
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to California Vehicle Code (CVC)
Section 21950.5, Removal of Marked Crosswalk Notification, an existing marked
crosswalk may not be removed unless notice and opportunity to be heard is provided to
the public not less than 30 days prior to the scheduled date of removal. The scheduled
removal of the existing crosswalk on the west side of Gene Autry Trail at Seven Lakes
Drive will not commence prior to May 31, 2013.
The public will have the opportunity to provide input at the May 1, 2013, City Council
meeting. The City Council meeting begins at 6:00 P.M. in the Council Chamber of City
Hall, located at 3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, California.
COMMENT ON THIS NOTICE: Response to this notice may be made verbally at the
City Council meeting by letter (for mail or hand delivery) to:
James Thompson, City Clerk
3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, CA 92262
If any individual or group challenges the proposed action in court, issues raised may be
limited to only those issues raised at the meeting described in the notice or in written
correspondence submitted at, or prior to the May 31, 2013.
An opportunity will be given at said meeting for all interested persons to be heard.
Questions regarding this may be directed to Savat Khamphou, Assistant Director of
Public Works/Assistant City Engineer, Department of Public Works and Engineering,
(760) 323-8253, ext. 8744.
Si necesita ayuda con esta carta, porfavor flame a la Ciudad de Palm Springs y puede
hablar con Felipe Primera telefono (760) 323-8253, ext. 8742.
es Thompson
ity Clerk
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