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Item No. 2 3-Way Stop �pF �R9 /� 41L `,GQRPO/�qr_ J�V' U1 � t� 9 a AGENDA ITEM � �G� a�i�s.�� ,� ��OU��O'� June 12, 2019 TO: City Traffic Commission THRU: Larry Tay, City Traffic Engineer FROM: Traffic Engineering Division < � REVIEW: City Traffic Engineer �'- ' � 1 . SUBJECT A request for the installation of three-way stop control at the intersection of Freedom Avenue and Pacific Street. 2. SUMMARY Three-way stop control is not warranted based on an engineering study. However, the installation of a one-way stop, together with additional red curb, is recommended. 3. RECOMMENDED ACTION Approve the installation of one-way stop control for Pacific Street at Freedom Avenue and red curb as described herein. 4. FISCAL IMPACT The total expenditure for the project is $1,000 and will be funded in Minor Traffic Control Devices (16302) through Traffic Improvement Measure M2 (263). 5. STRATEGIC PLAN GOALS Goal 1: Provide for a safe community b. Provide and maintain infrastructure necessary to ensure the safety of the public. 6. DISCUSSION AND BACKGROUND This is a request from Mr. Ray McCabe of West Freedom Avenue for the installation of a three-way stop control at the intersection of Freedom Avenue and Pacific Street. The basis for this request is to enhance traffic safety. Pursuant to this request a traffic study was conducted at the subject intersection. The results are as follows: Existinq Conditions Both Freedom Avenue and Pacific Street are classified as Commercial roadways in the study area located in the northwest industrial area of the city. Pacific Street runs in a north-south direction. Freedom Avenue runs in an east-west direction terminating in cul- ITEM 2 1 06/12/2019 de-sacs east and west of the subject intersection. The total length of Freedom Avenue is approximately 1,000 feet. Traffic Volume Characteristics AM and PM peak traffic counts were conducted at the subject intersection as part of this study. Results of the counts indicate that the traffic volume is fairly light. A total of 85 vehicles were counted entering the subject intersection from all approaches during the AM peak hour (6:45-7:45 am) and 83 vehicles were counted entering the intersection during the PM peak hour(4:30-5:30 pm). These volumes are far below that at which three- way stop control is typically considered. Accident History The accident history at the subject intersection was evaluated for the past three year period. According to our records, there no reported accidents during that time. Intersection Geometry ,, . Because Freedom Avenue � ��:�$fi� and Pacific Street intersect xn` `�� ' �� . at a right angle, the ` , �'�'� � �"� �,'�s . r� ��:= _: roadway geometry does ,,�; � ��' �� not inherently restrict �°��° � '� �. �� ,� � ��.� '� ,, intersection visibility. " �``", � ��__� - �` �#�;'��, �� ° � i k . However, the demand for �' ��-�•` F _ ~ '�'' ��, '' � �x� on street parking is quite - high during the business � ` day, resulting in vehicles . '�t frequently parking up to ' '" ,._. and around the curb - returns. The presence of � 'rf� � � parked vehicles can `"� � �°'�� ' � �� . ; � ,.�„ „ �...�.. _ ,---�...�.� — impact driver sight ��=��`�� . � � � � � distance (visibility) as shown in the photo at right. It should be noted that this is not illegal since these vehicles are not parked within the intersection; and since there are no sidewalks, a crosswalk is not implied and the parked vehicles are not obstructing a crossing. Recommendation Based on the results of the traffic study and warrant analysis, staff finds that a three-way stop control is unwarranted. However, since the intersection is uncontrolled, a one-way stop on the terminating leg of the intersection is supported. It should be noted that intersections are evaluated for stop controls on a per-request basis, and the one-way STOP control at American Way Street and Freedom Avenue located 300 feet west of the study area was approved by the Traffic Commission in 1990 as a result of a request from a business person in the area. Furthermore, the installation of red curb around both curb returns as well as an additional 20 feet on Freedom Avenue to enhance sight distance is also supported. ITEM 2 2 06/12/2019 It is staff's recommendation that the Traffic Commission approve: 1. The installation of a one-way stop control for northbound Pacific Street at Freedom Avenue: and 2. The installation of red curb around both curb returns on the south side of the intersection as well as an additional 20 feet of red curb on the south side of Freedom Avenue approaching Pacific Street from both sides The businesses within 300 feet of the subject intersection were notified by mail of this item on the Traffic Commission Agenda. 7. ATTACHMENTS 1. Letter of Request 2. Area Map 3. Site Sketch ITEM 2 3 06/12/2019 Dave Allenbach From: mac <mac@eggwhitesint.com> Sent: Thursday, March 7, 2019 8:59 AM To: Dave Allenbach Subject: 3 way Stop signs needed at Pacific and Freedom ave Thank you for your time on the phone Dave. My office is at 630 W. Freedom Ave, Orange, Ca 92865. We have been here for over 10 years. They have recently got a new tenant on Freedom that soups up cars with high performance engines.These cars will race up and down Freedom doing donuts in the cul-de-sac. When coming from Pacific to turn onto Freedom,the street is completely blind. I have almost been hit a dozen times over the past few years including this past Tuesday. You cannot see to make the turn without creeping out into the Freedom street, and even then might get smashed into. This is a very dangerous intersection and really needs a 3 way stop sign ASAP. Thank you for any help saving lives here. It's just a matter of time. Not if, but when. 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