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DUE TO NOTICING ISSUES, THIS ITEM WILL BE CONTINUED
TO THE DECEMER 6, 2010 MEETING
Staff Recommended Action:
Approve Conditional Use Permit No. 10-017 with findings and suggested
conditions of approval (two carts on Main Street, four carts on Pacific Coast
Highway, and 12 carts within plaza area).
Planning Commission Recommended Action:
Approve Conditional Use Permit No. 10-017 with revised findings and revised
conditions of approval (zero carts on Main Street, six carts on Pacific Coast
Highway, and eight carts within the plaza area).
No action taken
Item continued to the 1216110 City Council meeting
ADMINIATPATr7E ITEMS
25. Appeal of Public Works Commission action to remove marked crosswalk
at the intersection of Garfield Avenue and Suva Lane
Recommended Action:
pert Oppose the Public Works Commission action and staff
recommendation, and direct staff to Ferneve the Vie, GFOssa;al kana
�ccnri�+c.J SigR6 and R;aFkmnnc take no action at the intersection of Garfield
Avenue and Suva Lane.
5 Speakers
Approved 6-0-1 (Bohr out of room)
26. Adopt Resolution No. 2010-93 electing Public Employees' Medical and
Hospital Care Act (PEMHCA) for the Huntington Beach Firefighters
Association (HBFA)
Recommended Action:
Adopt Resolution No. 2010-93, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Huntington Beach Electing To Be Subject To Public Employees' Medical and
Hospital Care Act Only With Respect to Members of the Huntington Beach
Firefighters' Association and Fixing the City's Contribution for Employees and
the Employer's Contribution for Annuitants at Different Amounts."
Approved 6-0-1 (Dwyer abstain)
ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION
27. Approve for introduction Ordinance No. 3904 adding Chapter 17.14 to the
Huntington Beach Municipal Code (HBMC) relating to post disaster safety
assessment placards
Recommended Action:
After the City Clerk reads by title, approve for introduction of Ordinance No. 3904,
"An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Adding Chapter 17.14 of the
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2010 OCT 22 PH 3: 07
October 22, 2010
Re: Crosswalk at Garfield Avenue and Suva Lane
APPEAL PUBLIC WORKS DECISSION TO REMOVE
Dear Huntington Beach City Council,
As of a citizen of Huntington Beach for over 20 years, I would like to
submit an appeal for a _recent decision of the Public Works
Commission to remove the crosswalk located at Garfield Avenue and
Suva Lane.
Th you,
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Chris Gandall
9082 Pioneer Drive,
Huntington Beach, Ca. 92646
E-mail cslg(?aol.com
Phone 714-745-8896
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH -
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Fred A. Wilson, City Administrator
PREPARED BY: Travis K. Hopkins, PE, Director of Public Works
SUBJECT: Appeal of Public Works Commission action to remove marked
crosswalk at the intersection of Garfield Avenue and Suva Lane
Statement of Issue: The decision by the Public Works Commission to remove an
uncontrolled marked crosswalk at the intersection of Garfield Avenue -and Suva Lane has
been appealed by a resident. A final decision is needed from the City Council on the issue.
Financial Impact: The recommended action would require expenditure of approximately
$2,000 for the sandblast removal of markings. Work can be accommodated within current
Public Works operational budget.
Recommended Action: Motion to:
Support the Public Works Commission action and staff recommendation, and direct staff to
remove the marked crosswalk and associated signs and markings at the intersection of
Garfield Avenue and Suva Lane.
Alternative Action(s):
Direct staff to retain the current crosswalk and associated signs and markings.
HB -543- Item 25. - 1
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
MEETING DATE: 11/15/2010 DEPARTMENT ID NUMBER: PW 10-062
Analysis: On August 2, 2010, the City Council approved a new contract with All City
Management Services for crossing guard services to the City. As part of that contract,
crossing guard services were eliminated at seven locations. The intersection of Garfield and
Suva was one of the locations the service was discontinued. The changes recommended in
the contract were the result of reviews conducted by the Police Department, with engineering
assistance provided by the Public Works Department.
The Garfield Avenue and Suva Lane uncontrolled crossing is located 710 feet west of Ward
Street. Pedestrians attending Gisler Elementary School north of Garfield Avenue use this
crossing and typically must travel east to San Antonio Street after crossing Garfield Avenue
to enter the tract (approximately 220 feet east of Suva Lane). The north sidewalk and school
are both located in the City of Fountain Valley. The observed school pedestrian volumes
crossing at this location ranged from four to thirteen students per hour during the school
commute timeframe during the periods when a crossing guard was stationed at the crossing.
Pedestrians have an alternate crossing location at the Garfield Avenue/Ward Street
signalized intersection. This intersection is located 710 feet east of the crossing, though only
500 feet from San Antonio. Crossing at Ward Street would add approximately 900 feet to a
student's walking distance.
Since the pedestrian volume is significantly below the minimum guideline for adult crossing
guard assignment, staff recommended this location be considered for removal of crossing
guard assistance.
Marked pedestrian crossings at non-signalized locations are generally unexpected by
motorists and should be used only after a thorough evaluation and strong justification exists.
Some pedestrians may tend to be less cautious when crossing the street within a marked
crosswalk due to the presumption of right-of-way. The signing and markings at crossing
locations may give pedestrians a false sense of security. By removing the markings,
pedestrians might take more caution to cross the street, or avoid a more difficult crossing
location and cross at a signal controlled intersection. Garfield Avenue is a four lane divided
roadway that serves approximately 15,000 vehicles per day and has a posted speed limit of
45 miles per hour. Based on the vehicle speeds, street width, and traffic volume,
encouraging pedestrian traffic to cross the street at signal controlled intersections is
preferred. Pedestrian crossings would still be legal at this location even with crosswalk
removal. It is expected that pedestrians that would cross at this location would be more likely
to exercise greater care in identifying an appropriate gap in traffic and crossing the street.
Another significant consideration is the likelihood of a "lead" car blocking the view of a
crossing pedestrian to other vehicles approaching from behind and the trailing motorists not
recognizing the presence of a pedestrian in the street. While this situation can happen with
or without a marked crosswalk, these types of conflicts could be more likely due to the
crosswalk markings encouraging crossing at a location and pedestrians not waiting for an
adequate gap to cross the street.
Staff performed an observation of the crossing since school started and the crossing guard
was no longer provided. Staff observed seven students still using the crossing. However, all
but one of the students was being escorted by a parent or adult.
Item 25. - 2 HB - 44-
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
MEETING DATE: 11/15/2010 DEPARTMENT ID NUMBER: PW 10-062
Staff has also considered the benefits of retaining the marked crosswalk. Crosswalk
markings are enhancements at pedestrian crossing locations. The markings provide a
visible, delineated location to cross the street, and are recognized by drivers. Advance
signage is also used to provide warning to motorists to expect pedestrians at this location.
Removing the markings and signage could reduce driver awareness of the potential for
pedestrian crossings in the area. However, the historically low use of the crossing may have
negated some of this potential benefit since many motorists that use the street regularly
probably observed few pedestrians actually using the crosswalk. Therefore, considering the
limited use of the crosswalk and the traffic conditions on Garfield Avenue, staff recommends
the removal of the markings at this location.
California law requires a local agency to provide a minimum of 30 days advance notice and
an opportunity to be heard by the public prior to removing an existing marked crosswalk.
Municipal Code Section 2.111.0300) establishes the Public Works Commission as the public
body authorized to-conduct initial public meetings on this subject with appeals heard by the
City Council. On October 20, 2010, the Public Works Commission considered staff's
recommendation to remove the crosswalk and received public input. The Public Works
Commission voted 4-3 in favor of removing the crosswalk. Following the meeting, a resident
submitted a written request to appeal the decision of the Public Works Commission to the
City Council (Attachment 3) in accordance with the Municipal Code procedures. Specific
reasons for the appeal were not included in the written appeal.
Public Works Commission Action:
At their October 20, 2010 meeting, the Public Works Commission approved the removal of
the marked crosswalk at Garfield/Suva with a 4-3-0 vote.
Environmental Status: Not Applicable
Strategic Plan Goal: Maintain and Enhance Public Safety
Attachment Us :
1 Location Diagram
2. Aerial Photo of Location
3. Resident Letter Appealing Public Works Commission Decision
4. PowerPoint Presentation
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NOTICE OF APPEAL TO CITY COUNCIL
OF A PLANNING COMMISSION, PUBLIC WORKS COMMISSION OR POLICE ACTION
Date: 10/26/2010
To: Police Dept(1 Copy) Date Delivered N/A
City Attorney(1 Copy) Date Delivered 10/26/2010
Planning D ept(I Copy Date Delivered 10/26/2010
City Council Office(1 Copy) Date Delivered 10/26/2010
Administration (1 Copy) Date Delivered 10/26/2010
Public Works(1 Copy) 10/22/2010
Filed By: Citizen Chris Gandall
Appeal of Public Works Commission decision to remove crosswalk at Garfield Avenue and
Re: Suva Lane
Tentative Date for Public Hearing TBD
Copy of Appeal Letter Attached: Yes
LEGAL NOTICE AND A.P. MAILING LIST MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE 15
DAYS PRIOR TO THE PUBLIC HEARING DATE
Joan L. Flynn, CIVIC
City Clerk
(714) 536-5227 Fee Collected: n/a
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Form Completed by: Rebecca Ross, Senior Deputy C'. ,Q,lerk--'
2010 OCT 22 PH 3: 07
October 22, 2010
Re: Crosswalk at Garfield Avenue and Suva Lane
APPEAL PUBLIC WORKS DECISSION TO REMOVE
Dear Huntington Beach City Council,
As of a citizen of Huntington Beach for over 20 years, I would like to
submit an appeal for a recent decision of the Public Works
Commission to remove the crosswalk located at Garfield Avenue and
Suva Lane.
Thank you,
Chris Gandall
9082 Pioneer Drive,
Huntington Beach, Ca. 92646
E-mail cslqP-aol.com
Phone 714-745-8896
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Ross, Rebecca
From: Ross, Rebecca
Sent: Friday, October 22, 2010 3:45 PM
To: Stachelski, Bob
Cc: Flynn, Joan; Lugar, Robin; Esparza, Patty
Subject: Appeal- Public Works Decision to Remove Crosswalk at Garfield Avenue and Suva Lane
Attachments: 0055_001.pdf
Importance: High
Resident Chris Gandall was in today and filed an appeal. Please see her letter, which is attached.
Rebecca Ross, CMC
Senior Deputy City Clerk
City of Huntington Beach
714.536.5209
www.huntingtonbeachca.gov
Apply for your passport in the City Clerk's Office!
Keep America Beautiful! Reduce-Reuse-Recycle
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Ross, Rebecca
From: Ross, Rebecca
Sent: Friday, November 05, 2010 8:06 AM
To: 'Cslg'
Subject: RE: Appeal - Public Works Commission Decision
Great!
Thank you, Chris.
Rebecca Ross, CMC
Senior Deputy City Clerk
City of Huntington Beach
714.536.5209
www.huntingtonbeachca.gov
Apply for your passport in the City Clerk's Office!
Keep America Beautiful! Reduce-Reuse-Recycle
From: Cslg [mailto:cslg@aol.com]
Sent: Thursday, November 04, 2010 5:33 PM
To: Ross, Rebecca
Subject: Re: Appeal - Public Works Commission Decision
Thank you for your e-mail.
I will be at the hearing on the 15th.
Chris Gandall
-----Original Message-----
From: Ross, Rebecca <RRoss@surfcity-hb.org>
To: cslg@aol.com
Sent: Thu, Nov 4, 2010 5:09 pm
Subject: Appeal - Public Works Commission Decision
Hi Chris,
Please read the attached letter from Joan Flynn, City Clerk, regarding your appeal. The matter will be heard by the City
Council on November 15, 2010. Please reply so we know you received the notification. We also mailed a letter to you
today.
Thank you!
Rebecca Ross, CMC
Senior Deputy City Clerk
City of Huntington Beach
714.536.5209
www.huntingtonbeachca.gov
Apply for your passport in the City Clerk's Office!
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2000 Main Street ® Huntington Beach, CA 92648
® OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERIC
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CITY CLERK
November 4, 2010
Chris Gandall
9082 Pioneer Drive
Huntington Beach, CA 92646
Dear Ms. Gandall:
We received your letter of appeal on October 22, 2010 concerning the Public
Works Commission's decision to remove the crosswalk located at Garfield
Avenue and Suva Lane.
Please be advised that the matter will be heard by the City Council at their
regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, November 15, 2010. This letter is your
notification that all concerned members of the public may appear before the City
Council to give a three-minute testimony regarding the appeal of the Public
Works Commission's decision. The meeting begins at 6:00 p.m. in the City
Council chambers located on the lower level of City Hail at 2000 Main Street,
Huntington Beach, California, 92648.
If you have any questions regarding the process, please call me.
Sincerely,
Jo Flynn, cnnc, MP
Cit Jerk
Sister Cities: Anjo, Japan • Waitakere, New Zealand
(Telephone.714-536-5227)
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CITY of HUNTINGTON BEACH
P.O. BOX 190 CALIFORNIA 92648
Chris Gandall
9082 Pioneer Drive
Huntington Beach, CA 92646
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
INTERDEPARTMENTAL COMMUNICATION
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TO: Joan Flynn, City Clerk
VIA: Travis K. Hopkins, PE, Director of Public Works
FROM: Bob Stachelski, Transportation Managerr'?A
SUBJECT: November 15, 2010 City Council Meeting Late Communication for Item 25
DATE: November 15, 2010
Attached is a copy of a slide added to the end of the PowerPoint presentation for Item
25 at tonight's City Council Meeting. The slide does not present any,new information to
the City Council. It merely summarizes the recommended action as part of the
presentation from Staff. Please notify City Council of this late addition as you deem
necessary. If you have any questions, please contact Bob Stachelski x5523.
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Confirm Public Works Commission action and Staff
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Direct staff to remove existing crosswalk markings,
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