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AGENDA ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION AT
THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
LYNWOOD TRAFFIC AND PARKING COMMISSION
TO BE HELD ON FEBRUARY 25, 199' AT 6:00 P.M.
OPENING CEREMONIES
1. CALL FOR ORDER - CHAIRMAN DELMAR CABARET
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF POSTING �EI�9 D
CITY OF LYNWOOU
4. ROLL CALL OF COMMISSIONERS CITY CLERKS OFFICE
FEB 22 1993
DELMAR CABARET
EDMOND R. ARCHAMBAULT
WILLIAM CUNNINGHAM
JOE DARYL BATTLE
EDWARD PACHECO
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
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SCHEDULED MATTERS
6. REVIEW OF TRAFFIC SAFETY EVALUATION ENFORCEMENT AND
ENGINEERING ANALYSIS REPORT CONDUCTED BY THE INSTITUTE
OF TRANSPORTATION STUDIES (Continued Item).
7. TRAFFIC SAFETY STUDY - MARK TWAIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
Office of Traffic Safety (O.T.S.) Grant
COMMISSION ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
ADJOURNMENT
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A REGULAR MEETING OF THE TRAFFIC AND PARKING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD
January 28, 1993
A regular meeting of the Traffic and Parking Commission of the
City of Lynwood was held on the above date. The meeting started
at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 11330 Bullis Road
in the City of Lynwood, California.
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Delmar Cabaret.
Commissioners Edmond R. Archambault, Joe D. Battle, Edward
Pacheco and Chairman Cabaret answered roll call. Commissioner
Cunningham was not present, he earlier reported that he would not
attend tonight's meeting. The Commission voted unanimously to
excuse Commissioner Cunningham for his absence. Jahanshah
Oskoui, Assistant Director of Public Works, Oretha Williams,
Department of Public Works and Sergeant Sam Silva from the
Lynwood Sheriff's Department were also present.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The pledge of allegiance was led by Commissioner Battle.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF POSTING
Mr. Oskoui announced that the agenda of January 28, 1993, was
duly posted 72 hours prior to the meeting.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Commissioner Archambault motioned to accept the minutes as
written. The motioned was seconded by Commissioner Pacheco and
passed unanimously.
PUBLIC ORALS
There were none.
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SCHEDULED MATTERS
6. Request for On- Street Handicapped Parking Space in Front of
3937 Cortland Street, Applicant, Ms. Shirley Riggs
Mr. Oskoui informed the Commission that Ms. Shirley Riggs who
resides at 3937 Cortland Street has requested installation of
on- street handicapped parking space, for the front of her
resident.
Chairman Cabaret mentioned that the item has been continued from
the December 17, 1992 meeting. He stated that he had an
opportunity to visit the site prior to tonight's meeting and
observed that a vehicle, with a flat tire, was parked in the
driveway. However, all other conditions, mentioned in the
report, meet the minimum requirements to grant the on- street
handicapped parking space. The Commission continued to discuss
the item, and Commissioner Archambault stated, if the parked
vehicle was repaired and or removed, from the driveway, the
driveway would provide on -site parking. Therefore, Commissioner
Archambault motioned to deny Ms. Riggs' request for on- street
handicapped parking space. Commissioner Battle seconded the
motion and it was carried unanimously.
7. Review of Safety Conditions at the Intersections of
Fernwood Avenue, California Avenue and Platt Avenue.
Mr. Oskoui explained that several residents from Platt Avenue
have requested a problem of vehicles frequently running into
fences on Platt Street, between California Avenue and Fernwood
Avenue, to be reviewed. The properties are located in an off -set
intersection. Mr. Oskoui informed the Commission that staff has
reviewed the traffic conditions, monitored cars on the street and
reviewed the (SWITRS) accident reports between for a two year
period from, 1990 through 1992. Mr. Oskoui explained that the
accident report revealed, four non - correctable accidents and one
accident relating to a speeding violation. Mr. Oskoui
continued, staff has suggested additional safety measures to
improve the conditions. The Sheriff's Department has been
requested to perform a three months selective enforcement of the
area to determine any speeding problems and later return to the
Commission with the report's results for further evaluation.
Conduct an educational program for the residents. Staff will
install warning signs at the beginning and end of curve of
intersections Fernwood Avenue and California Avenue to warn
drivers that they are approaching an intersection. Mr. Oskoui
explained, since Fernwood Avenue is very dark at night, two
street lights will be installed at the intersections. Staff will
reinstall worn out road stripings and install raised pavement
markers. vehicles have also driven into the wrong lane. Staff
has suggested installing a guard rail at 3705 Platt Avenue.
Staff recommends, for three months, review and monitor all
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department accident reports. If however, after the Commission
reviews the report and problems are not corrected by safety
measures, staff can consider additional improvements. Mr. Oskoui
stated, staff has requested that the Commission review and
support the suggested safety measures. Mr. Oskoui informed the
Commission that the residents of 3705 Platt will be notified by
letter of the Commission's decision and be sent staff's report.
The Sheriff's Department mentioned that they supports staff's
recommendation. Commissioner Battle motioned to accept staff's
recommendation. Commissioner Pacheco seconded the motion and it
carried unanimously.
8. Review of the Traffic Safety Evaluation Enforcement and
Engineering Analysis Report Conducted by the Institute of
Transportation Studies. (ITS).
Mr. Oskoui discussed that ITS recently worked with the Public
Works Department and the Sheriff's Department and completed a
comprehensive report which included the City's current
engineering and Sheriff's Department traffic enforcement
programs. After their findings, the traffic evaluation report
listed 10 key elements that the City may consider for
improvements. Staff requested the Commission to review ITS
report and recommendations, support staff's suggestion to accept
ITS' recommendations and present the report to the City Council.
Chairman Cabaret discussed that he found that ITS has completed
and provided a very thorough report. However, he did not have an
opportunity to review all of their comments and requested that
additional time be granted to the Commission to thoroughly read
and review the report.
Commissioner Battle, motioned to accept Chairman Cabaret's
recommendation to continue the item to the following meeting,
Commissioner Archambault seconded the motion and it passed
unanimously.
Sergeant Silva stated that ITS has commented that although the
Sheriff's Department's staff is severely undermanned, the
Department is performing well.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
Mr. Oskoui announced that the Office of Traffic Safety (OTS)
grant program information will be provided to them for review and
discussion at the meeting of February, 25, 1993.
Mr. Oskoui discussed the information provided in the department's
monthly report, the SWITRS accident report (period from January,
1992 through December, 1992) and current articles.
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COMMISSIONS ORALS
Chairman Cabaret mentioned, he recently observed an officer
performing selected surveillance on LeSage Street. While the
officer was on duty, he was observed to issue more than 11
traffic citations to motorists. Vehicles frequently have been
observed to travel at excessive speeds on LeSage Street.
Mr. Oskoui mentioned that the
the heavy rains in January, in
temporary street patching.
City's Street crews, shortly after
a two day period, laid 80 tons of
ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Commissioner Archambault to adjourn the
meeting to February 25, 1993. A motion was made by Commissioner
Pacheco and passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 6:44
p.m.
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DATE: February 25, 1993
TO: THE HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE
TRAFFIC AND PARKING COMMISSION
FROM: Emilio M. Murga, DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
SUBJECT: REVIEW OF THE TRAFFIC SAFETY EVALUATION ENFORCEMENT
AND ENGINEERING ANALYSIS REPORT CONDUCTED BY THE
INSTITUTE OF TRANSPORTATION STUDIES (ITS)
PURPOSE:
To recommend that the Traffic and Parking Commission review the
recommendations contained within the Traffic Safety Evaluation
Enforcement and Engineering Analysis Report by Institute of
Transportation Studies (ITS) and make recommendations to the City
Council. The Traffic and Parking Commission at its meeting of
January 28, 1993, continued the item to the next scheduled
meeting to further study the report.
BACKGROUND:
A traffic safety evaluation was conducted by the University of
Berkeley, Institute of Transportation Studies per the City's
request. A two member Enforcement and Engineering team visited
the City and evaluated both the Engineering Division's and
Sheriff's Department existing traffic safety programs, completed
a comprehensive traffic survey of the City and prepared an
evaluation report (see attached).
ANALYSIS:
Staff has reviewed the recommendations detailed in the Traffic
Safety Evaluation report and recommends the implementation of the
findings.
The following are key recommendations contained within the
subject report:
• Improve Accident Study Program
• Improve Traffic Count Program
• Improve Pedestrian Safety Program
• Initiate Sight Distance Ordinance
• Improve Work Zone Traffic Control Training
• Improve Public Works Input Into the Transportation
Design and Planning Process
• Initiate Coordination Among Traffic Agencies
ITEM 6
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o Initiate Traffic Policy Book
o Improve Traffic Sign Program
o Improve Traffic Signal Program
The implementation of the ITS Report recommendations will require
the appropriation of additional resources by the City.
RECOMMENDATION
To recommend that the Traffic and Parking Commission after
review, recommend to the City Council the implementation of the
recommendations contained within the Traffic Safety Evaluation
Enforcement and Engineering Analysis Report.
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- DATE: February 20 1993
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TO: THE HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE
TRAFFIC AND PARKING COMMISSION
FROM: Emilio M. Murga, DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
SUBJECT: REVIEW OF SAFETY CONDITIONS
Mark Twain Elementary School
PURPOSE:
To recommend that the Traffic and Parking Commission support
staff's recommendations for removing the existing red curb, and
installing white curb along the west side of Thorson Avenue from
Carlin Avenue to Magnolia Avenue in front of Mark Twain
Elementary School.
BACKGROUND:
Staff has reviewed a complaint from Ms. Joyce Ortiz, principal of
Mark Twain Elementary, regarding pedestrian (school children)
accidents that have occurred in front of the school. Ms. Ortiz
is concerned about the safety of the students getting in and out
of the cars that are sometimes double parked along Thorson
Avenue.
ANALYSIS:
Mark Twain Elementary School is located at the northwest corner
of Carlin Avenue and Magnolia Avenue west of Thorson Avenue (see
attached map).
Carlin Avenue is a collector street and Thorson
Avenue and Magnolia Avenue are both local residential streets.
These streets have the following characteristics (see attached
sketch):
Carlin Avenue
• Property line to property line width: 100 feet
• Curb to curb width: 80 feet
• Number of driving lanes: 4
• Number of parking lanes: 2
• Posted Speed limit: 35 MPH
• Critical Speed: 41 MPH
• Average Daily Traffic (ADT): 8,950 VPD (Count taken on 12/91)
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Thorson Avenue
• Property line to property line width: 50 feet
• Curb to curb width: 36 feet
• Number of driving lanes: 2
• Number of parking lanes: 2
• Speed limit: 25 MPH
Magnolia Avenue
• Property line to property line width: 60
• Curb to curb width: 36 feet
• Number of driving lanes: 2
• Number of parking lanes: 2
o Speed limit: 25 MPH
Staff's review of the accident reports for the subject area for
the two year period of December 1990 to December 1992 shows two
accidents for this period.
o 10/27/92 72 feet south of the intersection of Thorson
Avenue and Magnolia Avenue.
Auto traveling north bound on Thorson Avenue
ran into pedestrian crossing east bound not in
crosswalk, daylight.
o 11/18/92 110 feet south of the intersection of Thorson
Avenue and Magnolia Avenue.
Auto proceeding straight south bound on Thorson
Avenue ran into pedestrian exiting parked
vehicle north bound who then crossed the street
west bound not in crosswalk, daylight.
Staff's study shows that presently there are no on -site parking
spaces available. The school's main entrance is located at
Thorson Avenue approximately 120 feet north of Carlin Avenue. As
it was observed by staff, parents utilize Thorson Avenue to drop
off or pick up their children, and because of the limited number
of on- street parking spaces available, most of the times, parents
double park along Thorson Avenue.
To address the parking problem as well as the pedestrian
accidents, a Traffic Safety Education campaign should be
implemented. The Elementary School Traffic Safety Education
Program funded by the Office of Traffic Safety scheduled for this
year (see attached schedule) will train students and their
parents in following proper traffic safety procedures. Mark
Twain Elementary School is one of the schools selected as a pilot
school for the Safety Patrol program. Upon completion of this
program it is anticipated the number of pedestrian accidents will
decrease.
In addition, staff is proposing the removal of the existing red
curb (90 feet in front of the school's main entrance), and
installing a white curb, along the west side of Thorson Avenue
from Carlin Avenue to Magnolia Avenue. White curb will allow for
loading and unloading of passengers only, and it is intended to
eliminate long term parking which could lead to double parking.
It should be noted that the effectiveness of a parking
restriction, such as installation of the white curb, requires an
extensive enforcement program. A request for an enforcement
program will be forwarded to the City's Parking Enforcement
department.
Also, the possibility of providing on - site parking, which will
be a more efficient solution for the existing parking problems
should be pursued. Ms. Ortiz has indicated that presently, she is
pursuing a proposal to Lynwood School District, for building an
on - site parking lot for school employers.
Staff will monitor pedestrian accidents at the above mentioned
school every three months and evaluate the effectiveness of the
proposed safety measures. If it is determined that the proposed
safety measures have not resolved the problem, staff will bring
back a report to the Commission with additional recommendations
for it's consideration.
RECOMMENDATION
To recommend that the Traffic and Parking Commission support
staff's recommendation for removing the existing red curb, and
installing white curb along the west side of Thorson Avenue from
Carlin Avenue to Magnolia Avenue in front of Mark Twain
Elementary School.
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LYNWOOD CITY CODE
2. Yellow shall mean no stopping, standing or parking at any time betwe
7 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. of any day except Sundays and holidays for any purpose
other than the loading or unloading of passengers or materials, provided that the
loading or unloading of passengers shall not consume more than three (3) minutes nor
the loading or unloading of materials more than twenty (20) minutes.
3. White shall mean no stopping, standing or parking for any purpose other
than loading or unloading of passengers or for the purpose of depositing mail in an
adjacent mailbox, which shall not exceed three (3) minutes, and such restrictions shall
apply between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.tn. of any day except Sundays and holidays and
except as follows:
(a) When the zone is in front of a mailbox the restrictions shall apply at
all times.
(b) When the zone is front of a theater the restrictions shall apply at all
times except when the theater is closed.
4. Green shall mean no standing or parking for longer than twenty (20)
minutes at any time between 7:00 am- and 10:00 p.m of any day except Sundays and
holidays.
b. When the City Traffic Engineer as authorized pursuant to this chapter has caused
such markings to be placed, no person shall stop, stand or park a vehicle adjacent to any such
legible curb marldng in violation of any of the provisions of this subsection.
(Code 1972 §19 -103)
State law reference: Local parking regulations, Vehicle Code, §22507; curb markings.
Vehicle Code, §21458.
7 -20.5 Restrictions on Scope of Permitted Stopping, Standing or
Parking. The parking, stopping or standing authorized by subsection 7 -20.4 shall be subjel-
to the following restrictions:
a. Permission granted to stop or stand a vehicle for purposes of loading ar
unloading of materials shall apply only to commercial vehicles and shall not extend beyond d+r
time necessary therefor, and in no even for more than twenty (20) minutes. The loading °
unloading of materials shall apply only to commercial deliveries and the delivery or pick- ❑P Of
express and parcel post packages and United States mail.
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DATE: February 25, 1993
TO: THE HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE
TRAFFIC AND PARKING COMMISSION /
FROM: Emilio M. Murga, DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
SUBJECT: INFORMATIONAL ITEM
Office of Traffic Safety (O.T.S.) Grant
On April 14, 1992 the City of Lynwood applied for a grant to the
Office of Traffic Safety (O.T.S.) to conduct an Elementary School
Traffic Safety Education Program for students, kindergarten
through sixth grades (see attached copy of the application and
schedule). Subsequently, a grant in the amount of $11,500 was
granted to the City.
The primary goal of Lynwood's Elementary School Traffic Safety
Education Program is to reduce injury and fatal pedestrian and
bicycle traffic accidents by 5%, through an educational campaign
which includes conducting pedestrian and bicycle safety education
seminars in each of the nine Lynwood elementary schools.
This program will train school children, teachers and parents in
following proper traffic safety procedures through the use of
brochures and videos. Guest speakers such as Traffic and
Parking Commissioners, Sheriff Department Traffic officers,
Parking Enforcement officers, adult crossing guards and Code
Enforcement officers will be invited to become part of the safety
education presentations.
Staff has contacted several traffic safety agencies such as the
Office of Traffic Safety, Automobile Club of Southern California,
California Highway Patrol, Institute of Transportation Studies
and cities that are currently involved with a program similar to
Lynwood's, to gather more ideas and methods to develop and
proceed with this program more effectively. All informational
brochures and videos concerning pedestrian and bicycle safety
will be presented to the principals for their approval before
they are distributed to the students (see attached).
Staff has contacted the officials at the Lynwood Unified School
District, regarding this program. Ms. Audrey Clark, School
District Superintendent, has agreed to participate with the City
in the Elementary School Traffic Safety Education Program.
Staff will also start a Safety Patrol program in which a small
group of fifth and sixth graders of all elementary schools will
be trained to help educate the younger students on pedestrian
safety. Staff has selected Wilson Elementary School and Mark
Twain Elementary School to be the pilot schools for the Safety
Patrol Program.
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This program will serve as an incentive for students to become
more aware of the precautions they must take before crossing the
street or when using a bicycle. Certificates of appreciation,
medals and buttons will be awarded to each one of the safety
patrol officers involved in this program at the end of their
term.
A quarterly report will be provided to the Traffic and Parking
Commission throughout the program duration. This will keep the
Commission informed of the program's effectiveness and will
provide an opportunity for the Commissioners to provide staff
with comments and suggestions to improve the program.
In addition, staff will complete a review in a one year time
(March 1994), to determine the success of this program and will
present a full report to the Traffic and Parking Commission.
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0 PROJECT FILE
City of ]LYNWOOD
u A Cag'Meding Cti chfges
11330 BULLIS ROAD
LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA 90262
(310) 6030220
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November 25, 1992
Mr. William H. Jacobs, Jr.
Office of Traffic Safety
7000 Franklin Blvd., Suite 440
Sacramento, CA 95823
Dear Mr. Jacobs:
City Of Lynwood Traffic Safety Project Agreement
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Enclosed please find the City of Lynwood's traffic safety project
agreement application for our Elementary School Traffic Safety
Education Program for your review.
We understand that you will review the agreement, make comments
and return for execution.
If you any questions, please call me at (310) 603 -0220 extension
f,287.
Sincerely,
Emilio M. Murga
Director of blic works
Christian Valtierra
Administrative Analyst III
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PSP No.
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DATE I
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PROJECT TITLE ,
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PROJECT DBS@IP1I01 (Summarize the proposed project plan covering the objectives, method of procedure, evaluation, and end
product in approximately 100 vords.)
The primary goal of Lynwood's Elementary School Traffic Safety program is to reduce fatal pedestrian and bicycle
accidents by 5% by conducting seminars in each of the nine Lynwood elementary schools. This program will train school
children, teachers and parents of proper traffic safety procedures through the use of brochures, videos and films. Guest
speakers such as our Traffic & Parking Commissioners, Sheriff Department officers, Parking Enforcement officers, adult
cross guards and Code Enforcement officers will be invited to become part of our safety education presentations.
Through data gathering and analysis we will determine how effective the program has been in our local elementary
schools_
FEDERAL FOEDS ALLOCATED UNDER MIS AGREED! SHALL NOT EICEED $ 11
AOCPFTANCE OF CONDMORS - The provisions on the reverse side hereof constitute a part of this Agreement.
PROJECT DIRECTOR
B. AUTMZING OFFICIAL OF APPLICANT AGMICY
me: MR. a=O MUIG1 Phone: (310)
hiss: 11330 BALLS RD. 603 -0220
Name: LOUIS J. HEINE Phone: (310)
Address: 11330 BULLSS RD 603 -0220
LYM-KM, CA 90262
LYNWDOD, CA 90262
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DIRDCIOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
Title CITY MAYOR
FISCAL OR ACCODNt'M OFFICIAL
OFFICE ADTwum TO RSCd1 PAYNHTTS
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ITY OF LYNWOOD
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EPT. OF PUBLIC 14ORKS
Lynwood, CA 90262
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11330 BULLS
LYNWOOD, CA 90262
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,Rev 9/91)
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PROJECT NO
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
BACKGROUND
A. General Characteristics;
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The City of Lynwood is a centrally located community of
65,000 inhabitants. It is an inland city approximately 10
miles south of downtown Los Angeles and 13 miles east of the
Pacific Ocean. The City is conveniently located within the
extensive Southern California transportation network; the
regions beaches, mountains, and cultural advantages are
easily accessible.
Street and Highways:
The City of Lynwood total 3,126 acres, or approximately five
square miles. Lynwood has an unusually high total of over
30 percent of land area that account for freeways and
streets, due mainly to the Century Freeway construction.
The City has approximately 100 miles of paved surfostreets.
The entire Southern California region is accessible due to
Lynwood's location between two existing interstate freeways;
The Long Beach (I -710) on the City's eastern edge, and the
Harbor (I -110) approximately three miles west of the city
limits. The Century Freeway (I -105), expected completion
date 1993, will run east -west through central Lynwood,
connect the Long Beach and Harbor Freeways, and extend to
the Los Angeles International Airport.
C. Operating Departments:
The Department of Public works - Engineering Division is
composed of nine members which are in charge of providing
public safety to the community. This division has as a
primary responsibility of monitoring traffic accident
records to analyze accident patterns and try to solve any
kind of traffic related problem that may exist in the city.
PROBLEM STATEMENT
The City of Lynwood has determined that more effort has been
emphasized on providing protection for children than on teaching
them how to protect themselves. Accident statistics indicate
that children are more often involved in a non - school related
accident. More than half the accidents involving pedestrians or
bicycles in Lynwood, between January 1989 and June 1991, involve
children under the age of 16.
1989
1990
1991
AVG.
Pedestrian
52%
44%
69%
52%
Bicycle
86%
53%
568
61%
SCHEDULE A
PROOCT NO.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION :AGE 2
An evaluation conducted by the Institute of Traffic Engineers
concluded that 14.7% of the accident per year are pedestrian/
bicycle related versus the statewide average of 8.6 %.
PROJECT OBJECTIVES
Our primary goal of the project is to reduce fatal and injury
pedestrian/ bicycle traffic accidents by educating elementary
students on Pedestrian Safety. The project objectives are as
follows:
1. To reduce the percentage of Pedestrian/ Bicycle traffic
accidents per by 5 %.
2. To educate elementary school children, their teachers,
crossing guards, and parents on Pedestrian/ Bicycle Safety
measures by conducting seminars in each class of the nine
schools in the City.
3. To monitor the Pedestrian/ Bicycle traffic accidents closely
to evaluate the effectiveness of the program.
METHOD OF PROCEDURE
Phase I - Preparation Stacie ( December 1992 - February 1993)
1. Gather materials, brochures, videos, etc to create a model
presentation for each individual classroom.
2. Coordinate with School District Superintendent and school
principals to create a schedule for determining what schools
are going to be focused on first.
3. Include members of the community and train them on Traffic
safety so that they may get involved with the presentation.
Phase II - Preliminary TrainincT ( January 1993- February 1993 )
1. The Traffic Engineers will attend a seminar on Pedestrian/
Bicycle Safety for some preliminary training.
( February 15, 1993 - September 10, 1993 )
1. Visit all nine schools and show the Safety Education
presentation.
SCHEDULE A
PACT NO.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION PAGE 3
Attend P T A meetings to inform the parents that they also
play an important role in the Safety Education Program.
We will conduct a strong public awareness campaign through
newspapers and other available media informing the public of
the importance of Pedestrian/ Bicycle Safety Education.
Phase IV - Data Gathering and Analysis
(throughout project duration)
Program data will be analyzed periodically and the results will
be incorporated into timely reports. Quarterly project
evaluation reports will be prepared by the project team and
reviewed by the Project Director.
These reports will compare actual project accomplishments with
planned accomplishments. They will include information
concerning any changes made by the Project Director in planning
or guiding project efforts. The reports will also include
budgetary information in the format specified by the Office of
Traffic Safety. The following are some of the methods to be used
in constant surveillance and evaluation of the program.
A. Activity Logs
An activity log will be maintained to monitor the amount of
students and schools have been educated on this safety
education program. This log will keep us informed if we are
meeting our project goals as outlined in our method of
procedure.
B. Supervision
Close supervision of the program will be maintained by the
Project Director, who will analyze the effectiveness of this
program upon our children and community.
Phase V (September 1993)
Prepare final project report
METHOD OF EVALUATION
Using the data compiled in Phase IV, the project team will
evaluate how well the project objectives were accomplished. The
following questions will be addressed:
1. Was the percentage of pedestrian /bicycle traffic accidents
reduced by S$ during this calendar year?
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PROJECT DESCRIPTION PAGE 4
2. Was the Safety education program implemented by February 15,
1993? The evaluation will include a description of the
program and a subjective analysis of its effectiveness.
3. Were all activities outlined in the "Method of Procedure"
performed in accordance with the project agreement?
4. Was the program cost effective?
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lIS14um sVM)QS STATMW - Erplain what type of priority this project has in your juisdictioo.
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a alfflo IQ - E*aia what services or fords are being cutribated by you agency in soppor of this project.
7he City of Lyncnod will provide same services for coordination, supervising,
and evalution of this project. The one year contribution will be as follows:
Dir. of Public works
Clerk Typist
Office Supplies & Equi gnent
The City will also invite guest speakers to the program presentatitoms like oonnnmity
menbers such as:
Sheriffs Dept.
Parking Enforcement Officers
ode Enforcement officers
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RESOLUTION NO 92 -168
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF LYNWOOD SUPPORTING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF
AN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TRAFFIC SAFETY EDUCATION
PROGRAM FUNDED BY THE OFFICE OF TRAFFIC
SAFETY
WHEREAS, the City Council is concerned for the traffic
safe:: of all residents and especially students in kindergarten
_r.rc_gn sixth grades; end
WHEREAS, a grant in the amount of $11,500 from the
Cf__ce of Traffic Safety has been awarded to the City to conduct
ac e_eaentary school traffic safety education program; and
WHEREAS, grant funds will be reimbursed to the City as
expenditures are made; and
WHEREAS, notification of the grant was not received in
t-. =o Include funds to cover grant expenditures in FY 1992 -93
o_ ^e_
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of
- -=ct does hereby find, proclaim, order and resolve as follows:
Section 1. That the City Council fully supports the
__e- entation of an Elementary School Traffic Education Program.
agree =e-t Section 2. That the Mayor is authorized to execute the
Section 3 That the City Manager or his designee is
authcrized to make the following appropriation and transfers;
From:
To:
General Fund Traffic Safety Fund
Unappropriated Fund Balance 03- 4448 -4220
$11 00 $11,500.00
Section 4. This resolution shall take effect
i=ed_ately upon its adoption.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 3rd DAY OF
No vembe r ,1992
0 IS J„ FINE, Mayor
ty o Lynwood
Via. d ...i
ANDRcA L. HOOPER, Ci y Clerk
Ci o_' Lynwood
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
/Si renry Barbosa
Guy Attorney
City of Lynwood
no-m
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
e'
EMI Liu 1. MURJFA
Director of frublic Works
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DETAILED BUDGET ESTIMATE
PROM 10.
YLSGL YEAR ESTIMATES
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CST CATEGORY 7Y -1 ; 9 Y -2 FY-3 FY-4
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11 -01 -92 10 -01 -93 I
TOTAL COST
Pig STS j 09 -30 -93 + 09 -30 -94 I
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Positions and Salaries
(2) Engineering Personn[l
72Hrs. @ $20.00 $1440.00
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72Hrs. @ $20.00 '$1440.00
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$1,440.00
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$160.00
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Mrs. @ $20.00
$160.00
i $160.00
3loyee Benefits @ 0 2
tal Persoaxelts
I $2,880.00
I $320.00
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$3,200.00
MUM KEnm
In- State- Travel
$200.00
$200.00
tal Travel tTe $200.00
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j $200.00
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DETAILED BUDGET ESTIMATE
n YEAR EST NATES
COST CATEGORY FY-1 FY -2 FY-3 FY -/
11 -01 -92 10- 01 -93_
TOTAL COST
C8-EIPESDABLE PROPERTY I 09 -30 -93 09 -30 -94 I
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Publicity
$8,000.00
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$8,000.00
Film, Videos, Misc.
$400.00
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$400.00
'l Other Direct Costs
$8,400.00
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The City of Lynwood requires a total of $11,800.00 to implement the Elementa
School Traffic Safety Education program. The funds will be used as follows:
PERSONNEL COSTS
The City of Lynwood will have two (2) Engineering Personnel work together
as a team to put together all aspects of the project. The funds will
be used to pay 100% of the team members' time spent on this project.
TRAVEL EXPENSE
The travel portion of the budget will be utilized for travel per diem
to train the two Engineering team members. This will be accomplished
by traveling to at least one Traffic Safety Education seminar.
OTHER DIRECT COSTS
The publicity and training material funds will be
the elementary school students, crossguards, their
on proper schoolTraffic Safety procedures.
,- ^R OGAM INCOME
vo income will be generated from this project.
utilized to educate
teachers and parents
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- Completed
PEDESTRIAN /BICYCLE SAFETY EDUCATION PROGRAM ® - ongoing
® - Started
1992 -1993
Compl.
DATE
TASK
NOV.
DEC.
JAN.
FEB.
MAR.
APR.
MAY.
JUN.
JUL.
AUG.
SEP.
OCT.
SEND APPLICATION TO OTS
APPLICATION REVIEW BY OTS
REVISE AND SUBMIT FINAL APPLICATION
ASCERTIAN ACCTING TRANSFERS FUNDS
INTO ACCOUNT /3 -4448
GATHER MATERIAL BROCHURES VIDEOS ETC.
CONTACT SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENT
CONTACT & COORDINATE WITH SCHOOL PRINCIPALS
CREATE SCHEDULE FOR VISITING SCHOOLS
CONTACT, SECURE AND TRAIN GUEST SPEAKERS -
SHERIFFS, PARKING ENFORC, CODE ENFORCE T &PC
PRELIMINARY TRAINING
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REVIEW PROGRAM PRESENTATION
START SCHOOL SITE PRESENTATIONS
CONDUCT PUBLIC AWARENESS - PRESS RELEASES,
NEWSPAPER ARTICLES ETC.
GATHER DATA
PROGRAM EVALUATION
END PROJECT
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T c information in this booklet has been compiled for
ommunities and school districts interested in establishing
School Safety Patrol programs. Establishing and maintaining a
successful School Safety Patrol program requires the support of
parent /community groups, schools, and law enforcement agencies.
Guidelines and recommendations provided in this booklet may be
adapted to meet local community circumstances.
School Safety Patrols aid school pedestrians at crossings near schools.
When used judiciously and implemented carefully, School Safety
Patrols can increase protection for school -aged children and can also
serve as an effective character - building activity. For schools with a
School Traffic Safety Committee, the safety patrol can be one of the
most meaningful student committee activities.
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Presented as a public service by the Public Safety Department
of the Automobile Club of Southern California.
n It r o d u c t i o n
Background'
S chool Safety Patrols were first used in the early 1920s to
augment pedestrian safety education programs. In 1930, the
American Automobile Association, the National Congress of Parents
and Teachers, and the National Safety Council developed rules for
the operation of School Safety Patrols. Educators, law enforcement
personnel, and American Automobile Association representatives
promoted patrol programs nationally to build citizenship skills and to
increase student pedestrian safety among youngsters. The School
Safety Patrol program is both a student education activity and a
pedestrian safety measure available to help protect youngsters
traveling to and from school. Development of leadership skills and
self - esteem are important byproducts of serving as a patrol member.
Since the first patrol members took their posts in the nation, student
pedestrian accidents have been reduced. School Safety Patrols are
working successfully in California today. San Diego provides an
excellent model, for example. Since its patrol's inception in 1935,
San Diego has experienced no child fatalities when patrol members
were on duty. In that same time period, only seven accidents (six
minor and one major) have occurred at crossing locations when
patrol members were on duty.
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General Considerations
t is particularly important for schools to view the School Safety
Patrol program as an adjunct to, rather than a replacement for,
warranted adult crossing guards, traffic control signs, signals and
markings, and pedestrian safety education campaigns.
A School Safety Patrol program can effectively supplement other
crossing protection measures. To enhance the program, community
support should be sought. Coordinated planning among school
districts, law enforcement agencies, public works departments, and is
parent groups is vital to the successful implementation of patrol
programs.
Effective joint agreements with government and community groups
should be worked out on such matters as program administration,
organization, and promotion (both internally and within the
community); student training and supervision; and member and
supervisor recognition.
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Training Program
A high quality, carefully monitored training program is
critical to the success of the School Safety Patrol. The
responsibility for establishing an adequate student training program
most often rests with the school board but is frequently delegated to
the school principal. The training program is continuous. It begins
with the recruitment and selection process and ends only when
students, complete their service with the patrol.
Essential elements in such a training program include knowledge of
local traffic regulations and the operation of traffic control devices,
instruction and practice in judging vehicle speeds and determining
adequate gaps in traffic, techniques for dealing with uncooperative
students, and the development of leadership skills. On -site
inspections are an important aspect of the training and monitoring
program. These inspections provide information that enables the
adult supervisor to modify and improve the training program to
better meet student needs.
Recognition Program
E stablishing a recognition program to acknowledge the service
rendered by School Safety Patrol members is recommended.
Such a program should also include recognition of a patrol member
for any extraordinary efforts to insure the safety of school age
children at street crossings.
Evaluative measures in a recognition program should be uniform to
give credence to the recognition process. Guidelines that include
both objective and subjective elements will produce an equitable
judging system. Special recognition awards can be presented at a
PTA meeting, school assembly, or other special event.
Program Supervision
T maintain program quality, ongoing supervision and
monitoring are essential. The California Education Code
provides for this. It states that the governing board of any school
district may establish and maintain a School Safety Patrol program
and that the members of the patrol be under the supervision and
control of a qualified employee of the district designated by the
board. The pupils who serve as patrol members are designated by the
principal of the school in which the patrol is established. Visible
supervision of patrol members can be expected to increase area -wide
recognition of the value and importance of the program.
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Add itional Informa
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chool Safety Patrols can be a positive accident reduction
measure. For more specific information on organizing this
program in your school, contact the Public Safety Department of the
Automobile Club of Southern California.
California Education Code
49300. The governing board of any school district may, subject to such rules and
regulations as shall be adopted by the State Board of Education, establish and
maintain a school safety patrol in any of the schools of the district for the purpose
of assisting school pupils in safely crossing streets and highways adjacent to or near
such school.
(Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
49301. A school safety patrol established in any school as herein provided shall
be composed of pupils attending in such school. The members of the patrol "
be under the supervision and control of a qualified employee of the disMW
designated by the board, except as otherwise provided in Sections 1299, 49472 to
49473, inclusive, 49510 to 49517, inclusive, Article 1 (commencing with Section
49400) to Article 5 (commencing with Section 49470), inclusive, Article 8
(commencing with Section 49500) of Chapter 9 of this part, and this article, The
provisions of this section shall not, however, be deemed to require the physical
presence of such employee at any particular street or highway location where any
such school safety patrol is functioning.
(Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
49302 The pupils who serve as members of a school safety patrol shall be
designated by the principal of the school in which the patrol is established, but no
pupil shall be designated to serve on any patrol unless the pupil and the person
having legal custody of such pupil consent, in writing, thereto. Upon the
revocation, in writing, of the consent of either such pupil or such person, the pupil
shall cease to be a member of the patrol.
(Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
49303. The State Board of Education is hereby authorized to adopt all rule
regulations necessary to effect the purposes of this act, and the governing
of each school district is hereby authorized to adopt additional rules and
regulations not inconsistent therewith governing school safety patrols established
under its jurisdiction.
(Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
49304. The members of a school safety patrol established hereunder shall be
authorized and required only to give traffic signals and directions in order to assist
school pupils in safely crossing streets and highways.
(Enacted by Stab. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
49305. The chief of police in each city, and the Commissioner of the California
Highway Patrol in unincorporated territory, may upon the request of the
governing board of any school district, cooperate in the establishment, supervision
and control of a school safety patrol to such extent as may be agreed upon.
(Enacted by Stab. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
Leg Considerat
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B efore undertaking a School Safety Patrol program, three
legal areas of consideration should be reviewed. These are
(1) current state codes authorizing and governing School Safety
Patrols, (2) recommended warrants which provide guidelines for
operating School Safety Patrols and (3) liability.
The California Education Code and the California Administrative
Code authorize the development of School Safety Patrols and outline
rules for implementing these programs. Relevant portions of these
codes are reprinted in Appendices A and B.
Evaluating the need for School Safety Patrols and determining
appropriate crossing assignments is an integral part of the program.
The California Department of Transportation recommends that the
following be considered: number of school pedestrians crossing
within a given time period, the approach speed of motor vehicle
traffic, the number of lanes in the roadway, and the number of
adequate crossing gaps in a given time frame. More specific
information on warrants may be obtained from the Traffic Manual of
the California Department of Transportation.
A properly designed and implemented program can minimize
liability concerns. A school district should consult legal counsel
before implementing a School Safety Patrol.
A d m i n i s t r a t i o n
Recruitment and
Selection
(though selection of School Safety Patrol members is 0
usually made from the fifth and sixth grades, selection from
higher grades can be made if the school has more than six grades. In
a junior high school, selection may come from any grade. California
Administrative Code provides that patrol members be at least 10
years old and in the fifth grade.
To ensure continuity and quality service, new members should join
the patrol before experienced members have completed their terms.
In some schools new members join the patrols in April so that at the
end of the school year they are sufficiently experienced to serve by
themselves in the fall.
Patrol service should be voluntary and open to all students who
qualify. Prospective members should be expected to have exhibited
leadership, reliability and satisfactory scholastic performance.
49306. The governing board of a school district which authorizes the
establishment of a school safety patrol may provide for adequate hospital and
medical attention to care for any injury or disability that may be suffered by any
pupil while performing any act within and arising out of his duties as a member
of a school safety patrol provided, however, that no pupil shall be compelled to
accept such services if his parent or guardian objects.
(Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
49307 Any person who shall disregard any traffic signal or direction given by
a member of a school safety patrol, shall be guilty of an infraction and subject to
the penalties provided in subdivision (a) of Section 42001 of the Vehicle Code.
(Amended by Stats. 1978, Ch. 626.)
P P P E N n I X a
California Administrative Code
TITLE 5
Article 3. School Safety Patrols (Traffic Safety)
570. Establishment and Supervision. A school safety patrol es-
tablished by a governing board pursuant to Education Code Section
49300, shall comply with this article, as well as Article 4 (commencing
with Section 49300) of Chapter 1 of Part 19 of the Education Code.
NOTE. Authority cited for Article 3: Sections 49300 and 49303, Education Code.
History: 1. Amendment of Section and NOTE filed 9- 23 -77; effective thirtieth day
thereafter (Register 77, No. 39).
571. Age or Grade of Members. A pupil enrolled in the school
who is either less than 10 years old or enrolled in a grade below the fifth
grade may not be a member of the patrol.
History: 1. Amendment filed 7. 20.73; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 73,
No. £9).
572. Where School Safety Patrols May Be Used. School safety
patrols may be used only at those locations where the nature of traffic
will permit their safe operation. The locations where school safety pa-
trols are used should be determined by joint agreement between the
local school district and the local police agency.
573. Hours on Duty. (a) Patrol members shall reach their posts
at least 15 minutes before the opening of classes in the morning and in
the afternoon, or at such earlier time as the governing board shall
authorize, and shall remain on duty until the last bell calls the pupils
to class.
(b) At dismissals, patrol members shall leave their classes in time to
reach their posts before the dismissal bell.
(c) At dismissals, each patrol member shall remain on duty until all
students who are not stragglers have passed his post.
574. Operating Procedure at Crossings Where School
Are Stationed. (a) At Crossings Controlled by a Police
Crossing Guard. At crossings where traffic is controlled
officer or crossing guard, the safety patrol will direct the cro
students in conformity with the signal of the police officer,
guard.
(b) At Crossings With Automatic Signals. Patrol memi
hold the students off the roadway until the signals allow then.
safely. The patrol members should allow only the immediate t
cross. All latecomers should wait for the next cycle.
(c) At Crossings With No Automatic or Pedestrian Signals.
(1) The patrol members shall be so posted as to be clearly
to approaching traffic. They shall stay out of the moving stret
traffic and where there are parked cars obstructing their view,
shall be posted no farther in the roadway than the outer edge o%
parked cars.
(2) Patrol members shall not permit students to enter the roads .
until it appears it is safe for them to cross.
(3) When it appears it is safe for them to cross, the patrol membe
shall direct the students to cross the roadway in a group.
(4) When the students are safely across the roadway, the patro
members shall change the signs so that the normal traffic may pro•
ceed and so that the students may be held off the roadway.
(d ) Al Crossings Where There Are No Automatic Signals and the
Roadway Is Designed for More Than Two Lanes of Moving Traffic.
There shall be at least two patrol members. One shall operate as de-
scribed in section (c) above. The other patrol member shall operate in
uniformity similarly on the opposite side of the roadway and give atten-
tion to traffic approaching on that side. He shall assist the group of
students to reach that side of the roadway safely.
(e) At Crossings Where There Are Pedestrian- operated Signals.
(1) Patrol members shall have the responsibility for the operation
of the pedestrians' signals during the hours on duty specified in Sec-
tion A.
(2) When there is a break in the traffic stream the patrol memb
shall activate the signal.
(3) Patrol members shall hold the students off the roadway untr
the signals allow them to cross. The patrol members shall allow only
the immediate group to cross. Latecomers should wait for the next
cycle.
(f) Pedestrian Tunnels or Overpasses. Patrol members shall be
stationed on each side of the roadway so that the protection provided
shall be used.
(g) Loading on Streetcars. Patrol members shall hold the stu-
dents off the roadway until the streetcar or other conveyance which is
to be loaded in the roadway has arrived at the loading station and has
stopped. The patrol members will then allow the students to cross the
roadway to the public conveyance, provided their crossing is not in
conflict with a traffic signal, or the direction of a police officer or
crossing guard.
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575. School Safety Patrol Crossing Sign. (a) The crossing sign
shall be a rigid disk 18 inches in diameter and brilliant red in color The
word STOP in 6-inch white letters shall appear in the center of the disk.
The word SCHOOL shall appear in 2 -inch white letters directly above
and parallel to the word STOP, and the word CROSSING shall appear
in 2 -inch white letters directly below and parallel to the word STOP.
S b) The sign shall be fastened to a round pole approximately six feet
in ength, and at such an angle that when the stgn is extended in an
operating position the lettering will be horizontal.
(c) In lieu of the crossing sign referred to in subsections (a) and (b)
of this section, any other type of crossing sign approved by t Depart-
ment of Public Works may be used.
576. Uniforms and Insignia. (a) A school safety patrol member
(except a member of the R.O.T.C. or California Cadet Corps on traffic
duty in his official uniform) shall wear, at all times while on duty, the
basic standard uniform specified in this section, except that the rainy
day uniform may be worn under appropriate weather conditions. Only
the optional additions specified in this section may be added to the
uniform.
(b) The basic standard uniform for patrol members is the white or
fluorescent orange Sam Browne belt and either an overseas type fed-
eral yellow or Fluorescent orange cap or a yellow or Fluorescent orange
helmet.
Optional additions to the basic standard uniform are any or all of the
following:
(1) Colored piping on the federal yellow cap
(2) Colored striping on the yellow helmet
(9) A red or Fluorescent orange upper garment
(4) Insignia or a special badge identifying the organization, to be
worn on the left breast, left arm, or cap.
(c) The rainy -day uniform is a federal yellow raincoat and a federal
yellow rain hat. The Sam Browne belt may be worn over the raincoat.
(d) The insignia, or special badge and cap shall be worn only during
official school safety patrol duty except that the governing board may
authorize members of the sch;Q safety patrol to wear the uniform and
Insignia for special school safety patrol functions.
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SCHOOL TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
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Date Principal
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Index
Monthly Report
January 1993
Pages
Capital Improvement Projects ...................... 1 - 3
Other Jobs ......... ............................... 4 - 6
Land Development Report ........................... 7 - 8
Public Works Administration ........................ 9
Complaint Summary .. ............................... 10
Management Information Systems (MIS) ............... 11
Building Maintenance .............................. 12 -13
StreetMaintenance . ............................... 14
Garage Maintenance . ............................... 15
Water Maintenance .. ............................... 16 - 21
Traffic Signals /Street Lighting ................... 22 - 23
Monthly Goals
March, 1993
Pages
Management Information Systems (MIS) ............... 24
Building Maintenance .............................. 25
Garage Maintenance ............................... 26
Street Maintenance ............................... 27
Water Maintenance . ............................... 28
Traffic Signals /Street Lighting ................... 29
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CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
January, 1993
1. Long Beach Boulevard Reconstruction Project,
Phase IIB
Project No. 5 -5084
Project Description
Phase IIB, the third phase of the Long Beach
Boulevard Improvement Project, will comprise of
the widening of both sides of the street,
reconstruction of sidewalk, curb and gutter,
installation of landscape medians and new street
lights from Agnes Street to Palm Avenue. In
addition, at the intersections of Long Beach
Boulevard and Burton Avenue; and Long Beach
Boulevard and Cedar Avenue, traffic signals will
be installed.
Budget: $1,050,000
Funding:
Federal Aid to Urban (FAU) - (91.0 %) $956,000
Street Lighting - (01.4 %) 25,000
Gas Tax - (02.9 %) 30,000
Prop 'A' - (03.7 %) 39,000
Contractor: Clayton Engineers, Inc.
Project Schedule:
Award of Contract: September 1, 1992
Start of Project: September 17, 1992
Proposed completion date: March, 1993
Percentage completed:
Property acquisition: 95%
Construction: 56%
Project Engineer: Ted Semaan
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Project Status
Clayton Engineers, Inc., the project contractor,
is continuing with installing conduits on
Long Beach Blvd. at Cedar Avenue, Carlin Avenue
and Burton Avenue. The contractor has completed
installing new services on the west side of the
boulevard, installed five new fire hydrants, three
of which are now in service and two pending
completion, curb and gutter, a new bus pad, cross
gutter and curb returns has been installed at
Magnolia Avenue and Carlin Avenue on the east side
of Long Beach Blvd. The street light conduit has
been installed behind the new curb.
Atlantic Avenue Reconstruction Project,
Phase III
Project No. 5 -5147
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Project description
Street improvements will be made along Atlantic
Avenue from McMillan Street to Josephine Street.
The project will comprise of the street pavement
being reconstructed and median islands
constructed.
Budget: $555,000
Funding:
Prop. A
Prop. C
Project schedule:
- (28.0 %) $155,000
- (72.0 %) 400,000
Engineering design and bidding:
Start: December, 1992
Completion: May, 1993
Construction:
Start: June 1993
Completion: Sept. 1993
Percentage completed:
Design Work: 15%
Construction: 0%
Project Engineer: Yadi Farhardi
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Project Status
Staff is continuing with the designing phase of
the project.
4. Community Development Block Grant Project
(CDBG)
Project No. 5 -5140
Project Description:
Several streets, in deteriorated condition,
throughout the City, have been considered for
pavement reconstruction. The streets are Euclid
Avenue between Long Beach Boulevard and Alpine
Avenue and the area for paving will include
Oak Street between Euclid Avenue and Orchard
Avenue, Palm Avenue between Long Beach Boulevard
and Alpine Street and E1 Sequndo Boulevard between
Santa Fe Avenue and Alpine Avenue.
Budget: $146,000
Funding: Housing Urban Development (HUD)
Project schedule:
Start: Design work, end of January, 1993
Bid and Award of Contract: February, 1993
Construction: March, 1993
Completion: April, 1993
Percentage completed: 4%
Project Engineer: Paul Nguyen
Project status
Staff completed and reviewed the cost estimate.
Palm Avenue and El Sequndo Blvd. have been
surveyed. A bid opening is scheduled for late
February, 1993.
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Other Jobs
1. Household Hazardous Waste Round -up
Job Description
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The Household Hazardous Waste Round -up program is
a service provided for the Lynwood residents to
properly dispose of substances that are harmful to
our environment. The City conducted a, one time,
household hazardous waste roundup day in September
1992, and another event is being considered for
this fiscal year.
Budget: $22,297
Funding: California Integrated Waste Management
Board
Job Coordinator: Christian Valtierra
Job Status:
The event will be held on March 27, 1993, at
Bellinger Street and Butler Avenue. Staff has met
with the Los Angeles County, California Integrated
Waste Management Board, discussed how they
would support the educational and promotional
plan, has entered into an agreement with
them and is waiting for the agreement which the
Los Angeles County, California Integrtated Waste
Management Board is presently preparing and due in
February, 1993.
2. Storm Drain Job at
Long Beach Boulevard and Louise Street
Job Description:
Two catch basins will be installed on Long Beach
Boulevard, just north of Louise Street, on the
east and west sides of the street. The catch
basins will be installed to relieve ponding
problems at the intersection, due to additional
flow from Long Beach Boulevard and north of the
I -105 Freeway.
Funding: State
Budget: $100,000
Project schedule:
Start: March, 1993
Completion: April, 1993
Job Coordinator: Ted Semaan
Job status
Plan and the hydrology study are being reviewed
by Los Angeles County Flood Control and later,
Caltrans will discuss project reimbursement.
3. Small Business Tree Grant Project
Job description
Trees produce oxygen, reduce carbon dioxide and
dust particles; create an esthetic appearance,
provide homes for various types of wild life and
provide other beneficial environmental factors.
The California Forestry and Fire Protection Agency
have made available to the City an opportunity to
receive grant funds for tree planting. The tree
funding is being considered to hire local small
business administrators to plant and maintain
400 various types of parkway trees throughout the
City. The majority of the trees will be planted
in areas with the lowest number of parkway trees.
5
Funding: California Forestry and
Fire Protection Agency ( CFFPA)
Project schedule:
Project start: Preparation of plans and
specifications
Advertisement: March, 1993
Tree planting: April, 1993
Completion: May, 1993
Maintenanc
completion: October, 1993
Budget: $127,000
Percentage completed: 15%
Job status:
Staff has met with CFFPA and reviewed the procedures,
eligible cost and deadline for the proposed job.
J
•^ OBJECT: ENGINEERING DIVI ION
LAND DEVELOPMENT
MONTHLY REPORT
❑ Permits:
❑ Inspections:
❑ Grading Plans:
❑ Site Plans:
❑ Planning Commission
Meeting:
❑ Site Plan Review Meetings
• staff meeting
• staff and applicant(s)
meeting
❑ Traffic and Parking
Commission meeting:
❑ Underground Service
Alert Markings (USA):
❑ Flood Zone Information:
❑ Traffic Signals:
❑ Trash Receptacles
❑ Street Lights
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January, 1993
13 issued
50 performed
6 Plan checks processed
2 Reviewed
1 Tuesday, January 12, 1993
2 Staff only /staff and applicant(s)
1 Tuesday, January 19, 1993 and
1 Wednesday, January 26, 1993
1 Thursday, January, 28, 1993
(regular meeting)
3 Items:
• Request, On- street Handicap
Parking Space - 3937 Cortland St.
• Review, Safety Conditions,
Intersection of Fernwood Ave.,
California Ave. & Platt Ave.
• Request, Traffic Safety Evaluation
Enforcement and Engineering Analyst
Report Conducted by the Instituite
of Transportation Studies
75 Locations marked
14 Requests processed
208 Inspected
104 Checked at various locations
60 Locations checked
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•
GRADING PLAN STATUS
January, 1993
S.
1st.
Case
Grading
Tentative
Days
Days
Mo.
Submittal
lb.
Plan Mo.
Project Address
App. Date
w /City
u /Client Total
Comments
1
01 -29 -92
CUP 59
368
12440 Santa Fe
44
10 Ms.
2nd check, returned plan to
Ave.
Eng. for corrections.
2.
04 -30-92
CUP 100
372
3210 Mulford
02 -28-93
33
8 mos.
3rd check completed and
Ave.
reviewing 4th check
3
08 -22 -92
CUP 21
376
11300 Wright
01 -21 -93
1 mo.
8 mos.
1st check returned to Eng.
Rd.
to obtain Soil Engineer's
prior approval
5
10 -28-92
CUP 117
379
11359 Duncan
01 -21 -93
40 days
45 days
Approved on 01 -27 -93
Ave.
7. 12 -30-92 CUP 115 382 10932 Virginia 01 -14-93 11 days 7 days Approved on 01 -14-93
Ave.
* Plan with Client
Average Processing Time for Grading Plan Approval = 60 Days
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M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: February 15, 1993
TO: Emilio M. Murga, Director of Public Works
FROM: Christian Valtierra, PW Administration SupeYvlsor
SUBJECT: Public Works Admin. Activities for January, 1993
1. General Administrative Projects:
A. Submitted January 1993 Complaint Summary. A total of 110
complaints were received, 62.738 of incoming complaints
ware resolved and 37.278 remain active.
B. Arranged for the purchase of tree planting materials needed
for the Tree of Life tree planting project (including
trees, stakes, vitamin pills, watering pipe, etc.).
Notified Underground Service Alert for marking of
undergrounded utility lines, selected tree planting
locations and trees, meet with California Western Arborist
and coordinated tree planting for Saturday, January 23, and
January 30, 1993.
C. Contacted Caltrans to clean up the areas along I -105
freeway of weeds and also dirt coming down to storm drains
and street due to rains.
D. Reviewed FY 92 -93 budget and purchase orders and met with
Division Heads to discuss weekly spending allowances in
order to stay within budget.
E. Sent notices to business to notify them about their use of
non Western Waste disposal services to discontinue and sign
up with Western Waste Industries.
2. General Office Tasks:
The Public Works Administration Division is responsible for
providing general support to all other Public works divisions.
This includes complaint processing, time - sheets, mailing of parcel
and utility maps; typing of Council Items and Resolutions, memos,
letters, notices etc. Purchase order processing, accounting,
filing and handling over the counter information.
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MONTHLY COMPLAINT STATUS REPORT
MONTH: January
DATE:
Feb n.ar }•
15, 1993
YEAR: 1993
NUMBER
OF COMPLAINTS:
110
------------ - - - - --
Complaint Type
----------------------------------------------------------------------------
-- -
Incoming
%
Resolved
--
%
Unresolved
%
CLEAN ALLEY /STREET
20
18.18
7
35.00
13
65.00
OTHER COMPLAINTS
8
7.27
8
100.00
0
0.00
PONDING WATER
5
4.55
0
0.00
5
100.00
POT HOLES
12
10.91
6
50.00
6
50.00
SEWER PROBLEMS
7
6.36
7
100.00
0
0.00
STREET LIGHTS
22
20.00
19
86.36
3
13.64
STREET SWEEPING
13
11.82
11
84.62
2
15.38
TRAFFIC SIGNALS
1
0.91
1
100.00
0
0.00
RAFFIC SIGNS
3
2.73
2
66.67
1
33.33
TRASH PICK UP
5
4.55
5
100.00
0
0.00
TRIM TREE
14
12.73
3
21.43
11
78.57
---------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total:
---------------------------------------------------------------------------
---------------------------------------------------------------------------
110
100.00
69 •
62.73
41
37.27
OTHER DEPARTMENTS
[#]
0 0.00 0 0.00
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Memorandum
Date: February 3, 1993
To: Emilio M. Murga, Director of Public Works
From: Douglas Freyre, Civil Engineering Assistant
Subject: Management Information Systems (M.I.S.)
Monthly Report For January, 1993
1. Relocated Bus Pass Voucher work station from the Transit
Center to the Cashiers area in City Hall.
2. Retrieved computer from Councilman Heine's residence.
3. Exchanged workstation in the Mayor's Office and setup for
Windows access.
4. Repaired and reconfigured Sheriff's Crime Prevention
computer.
5. Repaired Water Yard's computer.
6. Installed printer at Community Center.
7. Setup Monitor Arm and relocated computer for Assistant City
Manager.
8. Setup two of four Recreation's Satellite standalone
workstations.
9. Implemented Code Enforcement /Building Fees Database.
10. Facilitated LAN User's Group meeting.
11. Continued systems maintenance and users support service.
12. System statistics, down -time for January, 2 hours 15 minutes.
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11330 BULLIS ROAD
LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA 90262
(213) 603 -0220
DATE: FEBRUARY 8, 1992
TO: EMILIO M. MURGA, DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
FROM: ED NICHOLOFF, BUILDING MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR {
SUBJECT: MONTHLY REPORT FOR JANUARY, 1992
CITY HALL
1. Removed Christmas Tree and Garland and stored at yard.
2. Pumped water off roofs.
3. Installed ceiling tiles in east Conference Room.
4. Moved Johanna from Cable Co. building to City Hall.
5. Patched walls in Johanna's new office and painted patches.
6. Drilled holes in wall for computer wire.
7. Moved file cabinet for Human Resources.
8. Rehung new Mayor Picture.
9. Thompson seal solarium bricks and north wall.
10. Cleaned roofs and drains before rain storm hits.
11. Changed out burned out light bulbs.
ANNEX
1. Painted Lunch Room; replaced ceiling tiles and molding.
2. Installed new photo cells on roof for flood lights.
3. Patched roof over Blue Print Room and install ceiling tiles.
12
. • •
CLr -an root, unptuq root drains_
NEW YARD
1. Stripped and sealed new tile flooring.
2. Waxed and buff shined new tile flooring.
3. Installed temporary light in Hallway.
4. Cleaned Restrooms daily.
5. Patched over Water Dept's offices.
BATEMAN HALL
1. General cleaning of fountains weekly.
2. Removed burned out booster motor 3 in east fountain.
3. Replaced booster motor 3.
4. Replaced filter motor.
5. Cleaned out vaults monthly.
FIRE STATION I & II
1. Removed loaned roll towel dispensers and installed purchased
towel dispensers.
2. Repaired leaking faucet at Fire St. I.
ALL CITY FACILITIES
1. Replaced A/C filters.
13
Date*
To:
From:
Subject:
0
ih eiilU a'. a7: Ci l ? iil
0
February 2, 1993
Emilio M. Murga, Director of Public Works
Sam Fort, Street Maintenance Supervisor
Street Division Activities - January, 1993
Totals
0
0
Sian Maintenance:
R1R, Stop
1 location(s)
R17R, No Left Turn
1 "
R7R, Keep Right
1 "
R30R, No Parking Street Sweeping
1 "
K Markers
4 "
Street Name
4 "
Trolley Sign
1 "
Road closed
1 "
Type N
2 "
Curbs painted:
times
Blue curb
20 feet
Alleys cleaned up:
Removed from Street Division
Cleaned trash and debris
22 blocks
Lots Cleaned and Mowed 7 parcels
Pothole Patchina:
Permanent patching
19.59 tons
Temporary patching
23.75
tons
Tree Maintenance:
Trimmed
23
locations
Service broken limbs
2
"
Restaked
4
"
Watered trees
5
times
Refuse Bins:
Removed from Street Division
16
bins
yard 40 cubic yard bins
Bus Stop Cleaned
3
times
Miscellaneous
Pick up discarded mattresses
11
locations
Picked up discarded sofas
13
Picked up miscellaneous trash
6
"
Removed and stored Christmas Decorations
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14
to E. P)urga - Di rector of FAN Ic 'eIor'rs
GARAGE DIVISION MONTH END REPORT FOR SAN c1S
- Regular repairs /proJects by Division :
Street Div, 1D Water Div. 8
Pork Moint, Div. 9 Fire Dept. 9_
Dial -A -Ride _� Code Enfant. 1
city Hall I Graffito Div,
Garage Div./Build, Moint./misc. `q
Total Repairs qb
Shop Hours 1 r
Repair Cost -IF 17 .i2
Dom Time 375.5 AveaAsf 8.2
- Tire Service remI rs /replacements :
Repo i rs _1(� Cost � 18!0.06
ReplaceTents Cost 0
- Misc. rurtsAmterial usage - all divisions
Cast 13 30.13
- Fuel Cammption :
City pup station Contract Vendors
Unleaded Gasoline 3244.1 Gals, Gals,
Diesel Fuel 38 Gals, Gals,
- Road Calls 2 O 7inE SPEXT 15. H 6 .
- AccidentsAXmige Reports on file
MAW FAutP. PuQNpaes a
'Regular repairs are those that require more than 15 minutes to cuTplete.
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WmfY UJN(!Cf iii P(L'E��S e�L L�OLIfr'lE, D
15
HONTHLY PRODUCTION RH'"Pr
r' H)PLIC WORE9 1WATER DIVI9ION
MONTH:L�
To HMILto M. MURGA
FR6M' RAUL M. 9AFNZ
Water Turn Ons
Water Turn Orrs
Water McLer Read 22 Books)
Water Meter Rerendq _ cp
Sewer Backups
Pumps Checked 'ZI
Leaks Checked 2
(Per Customer Complaint)
Water Main Leaks
Locations'
10450 ix�n l��J _
—1 I ��oc1 --
�ULI --
, UL .(
Red Tags Posted _
Lock /Pull Meters
Water Meters Replaced
General complaints J j
U•MONTIILY
16
0 0
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Main Breaks:
10450 Barlow
Long Beach Blvd /Tweedy
Long Beach Blvd /Tenaya
Harris /MLK
Replaced Fire Hydrant at:
Cortland /Ernestine
Atlantic Ave @ Ace Hardware
Long Beach Blvd /MLK
Imperial /Carson
17
e-
CONSERVATION FY 1992 -1993 VS FY 1989 -1990
M.W.D. WATER FOR 1992.1993(2A)
JUL
AUG
SEP
OCT
NOV
DEC
JAN
TOTAL(Y T DI
o M.W.D. WATER FOR 1989- 1990(28)
292.00
257.60
23770
362.40
33770
345.90
343.40
•
LOCAL WATER FOR 1992- 1993(lA)
756.52
695.61
665.84
143.56
35.46
19.46
30.04
2346.49
LOCAL WATER FOR 1989 - 1990(1 B)
485.03
419.12
386.10
216.59
242.82
232.33
152.71
2134 7
LOCAL DIFFERENCE(1B -1A)%
- 55.97%
- 65.97%
- 72.45%
33.72%
85.40%
91.62%
80.33%
-9.92%
M.W.D. WATER FOR 1992.1993(2A)
0.00
51.80
0.00
432.90
471.50
465.30
430.30
1851 80
o M.W.D. WATER FOR 1989- 1990(28)
292.00
257.60
23770
362.40
33770
345.90
343.40
2176.70
M.W.D. DIFFERENCE(2B -2A)%
100.00%
79.89%
100.00%
- 19.45%
- 39.62%
-3452%
-25.31%
14 93%
TOTAL WATER FOR 1992.1993(3A)
756.52
74741
665.84
576.46
506.96
484,76
460.34
4198 29
TOTAL WATER FOR 1989 - 1990(38)
777.03
676.72
623.80
578.99
580.52
578.23
496,11
4311 4
TOTAL DIFFERENCE(3B -3A)%
290%
- 10.45%
-6.74%
0.09%
12.67%
16.16%
7 21%
2.62% •
TOTAL ACRE -FEET SAVED(3B -3A) 20.51 -70.69 -42.04 2.53 73.56 93,47 3577 113.11
WATER PRODUCTION AND IMPORT SUMMARY FOR 1992 -1993
n
L'
Jul -92
Aug -92
Sep-92
Oct -92
Nov -92
Dec -92
Jan -93
TOTAL( )
5
72.55
69.72
58.88
27.81
8.14
856
0.01
245.67
6
53.77
42.81
26.36
5.28
1.55
0.68
143
131.88
8
153.39
132.16
140.56
13.53
1 40
0.95
6.56
44855
9
106.21
78.45
69.42
19.86
8.37
2.20
1362
29813
11
124.23
112.41
99.86
47.01
10.58
4.38
1.07
399.54
15
8.26
3342
9.51
14.49
2.98
1.01
4.56
74.23
19
238.11
226.64
261.25
15.58
2.44
1.68
2.79
748.49
LOCAL(1)
756.52
695.61
665.84
143.56
3546
1946
3004
234649
M W.D.(2)
0.00
51.80
0.00
432.90
471.50
465.30
430
18 •
TOTAL(1 +2)
756.52
74741
665.84
57646
506.96
484.76
460
4 198.29
CONSERVATION FY 1992 -1993 VS FY 1989 -1990
® FY 1992 1993
C FY 19139 -1990
0
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JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC JAN
800
700
600
500
N W
LL
400
2
U
a
300
200
100
0
® FY 1992 1993
C FY 19139 -1990
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[ ORM6
JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC JAN
JANUARY 1993 WATER PRODUCTION
( WELLS 8 M.W.D )
450
400
350
300
F
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N LL
Cl W
200
a
150
100
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5 6 B 9 11 15 19 M.W.D
inter- of fir_c me:- ,orand -
Date: February 8, 1993
To: Emilio Murga, Director of Public works
John Oskoui, Assistant Director of Public Works
From: John C. Leichty, Electrical Maintenance. /Supervisor
Subject: Traffic Signals and Street Lighting Divisions,
Month End Report for January, 1993
Traffic Signals:
a) Responded to call to Southern California Edison
extensive power problems in area on Norton Avenue
and Long Beach Blvd. to repair components, as needed,
caused by heavy rains.
b) Responded to call and resolved malfunctioning problems on
Atlantic Avenue and Fernwood Avenue.
c) Responded to call and repaired a signal head damaged by
truck on Alameda Street and MLR Jr. Blvd.
d) Responded to call and repaired /replaced signal for the far
south west vehicle traffic, broken off by truck on MLR Jr.
Blvd.
e) Inspected and retimed traffic signal systems from power
outage Imperial Highway, MLR Jr. Blvd., Long Beach
Blvd. and Atlantic Avenue; problem from heavy rains.
f) Two signal lamps were replaced from lists and on
inspections.
Street Lighting:
a) Three lamps were replaced and one repaired on Long Beach
Blvd.
b) Replaced four lamps and replaced two control relays and
replaced as needed for Martin Luther Ring Jr. Blvd. and
Harris' area.
c) Fixture and lamp replaced, as needed,on 3220 Imperial
Highway.
22
Other duties:
a) Long Beach Blvd., New Construction Area, Agnes Street to
Palm Avenue:
1) Assisted by cleaning and lowering the existing
lighting conduits in the pathways of the new
construction.
2) Assisted in maintenance and operations of the existing
area lighting.
b) Christmas Decorations - Assisted by removing the temporary
power poles and related decoration items.
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0 0
MEMORANDUM
Date: February 3, 1993
To: Emilio Murga, Director of Public Works
From: Douglas Freyre, Civil Engineering Assistant
Subject: Management Information Systems (M.I.S.)
Goals For March, 1993
1.
Complete
Phase III
of III at Community /Transit Center.
2
Complete
Phase II
of the Remote Access/ Modem Bank.
3.
Complete
Windows individual
workstation upgrade.
4.
Complete
debugging
of Code /Buildings Fees Database.
5.
Complete
debugging
Network Printing for Dot Matrix Printers.
6.
Set -up Fax Board.
7. Set -up remaining standalone workstations at Recreation's
Satellite Centers.
8. Research tape backup, Timeline, and Network Anti - Virus.
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City 4f t1 N ` OOD
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11330 BULLIS ROAD
LYNWOOD CALIFORNIA 90262
(213) 603 -0220
am
DATE: FEBRUARY 8, 1993
TO: EMILIO M. MURGA, DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
FROM: ED NICHOLOFF, BUILDING MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR
SUBJECT: MONTHLY GOALS FOR MARCH, 1993
1. Paint flower beds around City Hall.
2. Remove ceiling tiles in Hallway at City Hall and Replace.
3. Replace sloan valves at Fire Station I.
4. Paint Janitor's Room at City Hall.
5. Repair or replace ceiling fans at yards.
6. Change out all A/C filters and lube fan motors.
7. Maintain fountains weekly.
8. Answer all emergencies as received.
25
. , ..
To s EMILIO MURGA - DIRECTOR
FROM t S. MUNOZ - GARAGE Div,
DATE : '2-1-q3
SUBJECT : DIVSION GOALS
CONTINUING TO MAINTAIN AND MAKE AVAILABLE FOR USE ALL CITY
VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT BY PERFORMING A MORE EXTENSIVE
REPAIR PROGRAM TO MINIMIZED DOWNTIME,
CONTINUING PROJECTS AND UPCOMING PURCHASES :
R DAQT)QN of
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inter- Office Memorandum
Date: February 2, 1993
To: Emilio Murga, Director of Public Works
From: Sam Fort, Street Maintenance Supervisor
Subject: Street Division Goals For March, 1993
1. Respond to special request.
2. Respond to special work orders.
3. Weed Abatement lot cleaning.
4. Permanent asphalt patching.
5. Water new trees weekly.
6. Ramp off -set sidewalks with asphalt.
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Cit qf ] LYNWOOD
11330 BULLIS ROAD
LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA 90262
1213)603 -0220
DATE: FEBRUARY 16, 1992
TO: EMILIO M. MURGA, DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
FROM: RAUL M. SAENZ, CIVIL ENGINEERING ASSOCIATE /WATER
SUBJECT: MONTHLY GOALS FOR MARCH, 1993
1. Develop comprehensive backflow protection program.
2. Identify and begin cut and plug program of water mains
traversing private properties.
3. Exercise fire hydrant valves and test fire hydrants city
wide.
4. Prepare data and format for distribution of 1991 -1992 Water
Quality Analysis flyers.
28
Inter - Office Memorandum
Date: February 8, 1993
To: Emilio M. Murga, Director of Public Works
John Oskoui, Assistant Director of Public Works
From: John C. Leichty, Electrical Maintenance Supervisor
Subject: Traffic Signals and Street Lighting Divisions,
Goals for February, 1993.
1. Traffic Signals - Perform inspections, timing, coordinate
the systems timing, lamps and operation, citywide.
2. Street Lighting
a. Repair and maintain the lighting from
list and on inspections.
b. Perform repairs and complete to series system on 112th
Street.
C. Perform permanent repairs along Atlantic Avenue.
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J
Weekend of Lying Dangerously?
Not if national trends, which show trafj"ic fatalities down, hold up
Newly released federal pro-
jections show that traffic -re-
late$ fatalities across the na-
tion will decline to a historic
low in 1992, continuing a,
downward trend that began ,
five years ago. The news is
even better here in car -ad- `
dicted.. drive-every-where--,
California,- where the death:;
toil is Winning about ll%
below national levels. -
Acom ling to estimates by
the National Highway Safety
Adminstration, 39,500 will
have died in mo'.ar vehicles
accidents in 1992 —a 5% de-
cline from 1991 and a phe-
nomenal25% drop since 1980.
Progress is clearly attn'but-
able to improved automobile -
safety standards and passage w
of tough new state laws aimed
at encouraging seat belt use
while discouraging driving
under the influence of alcohol
err .drugs through. increased
now andjall time.
Indeed, surveys show that
seat belt use is up-, 62% na-
tionwide and 70% of Califor-
nians now buckle up before
they drive. And alcohol- relat-
ed fatalities are down sgnifi-
• cantly —about 57% from a
decade ago. But for those who
need further incentive, effec-
tive Jan. 1, failure to wear.a
seat belt in California became
a direct; rather than a second- -
ary. violation puffmbable by
a M fine for a fast offense-
and a $140 fine fora second.ln
short, that means you can be
pulled over solely for not
wearing your seat belt Call it
tough love, but it works and it
saves American taxpayers
`millions of dollars .annually.
And, thanks to tougher en- -
forcement of these types of
lawm today's streets are cer-
tainly safer by comparison. -
. But, as always, the rdzk—
still applies: Buckle up and
drive safely.
IOS ANGEIES TIMES
JANUARY 1, 1993
I j.. %,.0 nunc th:nt
1 300 measure, intro-
duced set the state
Legislature were enacted
into la,v N1anv of these
new" laws will signifi-
cantly affect motorists.
The following is a brief
update on a few of these
measures. The following
changes take place on
January 1. 1993. unless
otherwise noted-
AUTO CLUB SPONSORED
Penalty for Unfair Towing PoGdes
Authored by Assemblywoman
Barbara Lee of Oakland, AB 2895 pro-
teas motorists from unfair practices by
tow -truck operators. Although tow -
truck operators and storage facilities
are required to accept valid credit cords
for impounds and tows from public
facilities, many towing and storage
facilities do not accept checks, and a
survey conducted by the Auto Club
revealed that many were ref using to
accept credit cards as well. As a result,
problems have arisen when motorists
have tried to recover their automobiles
without sufficient cash on hand -'Ibis
bill, sponsored by the Club, places a
maximum penalty of $500 for each
such violation.
Speed Trap Protection
AB 3659, authored by Assembly-
man Paul Hor Cher of Whittier; makm it
clear that evidence obtained through
the use of a speed trap cannot be used
to prove an alleged speeding violation.
However. the evidence may be used
against drivers charged with drunk
driving or other safety violations.
"Speed trap° refers to a section of high-
way in which radar is used to enforce a
posted speed limit that is not justified
by a recent traffic and engineering sur-
vey The measure, sponsored by the
Auto Club will discourage cities from
usin_ speed traps to raise revenue.
0
freeway, Service Patrols Go
Statewide
AB3346. authored by Assemblyman
Richard Katz of Sepulveda, now
extends the Freeway Service Patrol
statewide. The patrol system has been
operating on the Los Angeles -area
freeways and is designed to help
relieve traffic congestion. Regional and
local governments may work with
Caltrans and the Freeway Service
Patrol to bring the Freeway Service
Patrol to their areas- with the cost for
the patrols shared between local and
state government.
Alcohol - Detect a I1aitioa for
Repeat DUI (onlridlons
AB 2851, authored by Assembly -
man Terry Friedman of Los Angeles,
requires insmIlatioe of an ignition inter-
lock device in the vehicle of a person
convicted of driving under the influence
for the seeood time within a seven -year
period- The mcati re would prevent the
car from being started if alcohol has
been detecwd on the breath. The law
becomesakcf eJuly1,1993.
New Paywat Procures for
Pa&q alarm
The Department of Motor Vehicles
will collect parking penalties at the
time of vehicle registration as a result
of AB 408, authored by Assemblyman
Bob Epple from Norwalk. until now,
parking atraoas have been handled in
the criminal justice system like other
more serious offenses However, the
law, which decriminalizes paling cita-
tions, is itimended to provide motorists
with an eastrr and more efficient way
of resolving parting citations_ Imple-
mentation of the new procedures will
begin July 1, 1993.
Effd* lee Fwd in Review
The California Residential Earth-
quake Recovery Act which took effect
last year- was repealed by AB 2049,
authored by Assemblyman Phil
Isenberg of Srcrarnento- For a sur-
9
Jets_, t.mgm Lunt S12 to SOU the
Lund w:u intended to provide hnmc-
ow with up to 515,000 coverage in
the event of an earthquake. Although
the fund compensated Californians tol-
lowing a number of relatively small
earthquakes in 1992, many insurance
experts and state Insurance Commis-
sioner John Gammendi believe the pro -
eram would be incapable of meeting
the needs of residents following a sig-
nificant earthquake. An advisory Com-
mittee will study the problem and offer
possible solutions to the Legislature in
July 1993
Rear Seat Belt Warning on Used tars
As a result of AB 1751, dealers can
no loneer sell used 1972 -1990 cars not
equipped with a backseat lap- shoulder
belt system unless a warning notice is
attached to the vehicle. Authored by
Assemblywoman Dede Alpert of Del
Mar, the bill requires dealers to place a
warning on the vehicle notifying
prospective buyers of the risks, espe-
cially to children, of not using a shoul-
der harness.
New license Plate to Help IGds
Have a Hear, Be a Star, Help Our
Kids license plates will be available this
year because of the efforts of Assem-
blywoman Jackie Speier of South San
Francisco. Her bill, AB 3087, will allow -
shapes in the form of a heart. a hand, a
plus sign, or a five- pointed star to be
imprinted at any place in the letter -num-
ber sequence. A special fee charged for
these plates will support child health
and safety pmgrarn<
Small aaims (cart Fee Increase
The fee for filing a small claims
court action increased to SIS follow-
ing passage of AB 1344 by Assembly-
man Phil Isenberg of Sacramento -
Parties filing more than 12 claims
within a 12 -month period will pay S30
for each additional claim. The bill
also imposes a SIO fee on a request to
postpone and reschedule a hearing
date- The law went into effect its
September 1992.
Auto CLUB NEWS
JANUARY— FEBRUARY
1993
C., ,.
le-, use Americans are bw e uig up
more and drinking less before shd-
ing behind the wheel. Transporta-
tion Secretary Andrew H. Card Jr
announced Tuesdav
'Were talking about the lowest
fatality rate in history said Mari-
on Blakey administrator of the
National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration. 'Its something we
ay d"Oulr cele�.aU-
i Car forma. the Ggcres aft
c . oe aL the i'a.5
._ n:ng a t 11 C ocle ;rte na-
tional level. according to prehmi-
nary figures released by the Cali-
fornia Highway Patrol.
The remarkable decline in the
national death rate, which is based
on the number of people killed in
traffic accidents adjusted for miles
of road traveled, also means that
the actual number of Americans
expected to die on the nations
highways will dip below 40,000 for
the first time in 30 years - __
"There truly has been a sea
change for the better when it
comes to seat belts," Card said. He
cited surveys shopdng that 62% of
Americans now f4ten their belts
when they get into iisals up
from 10% in 1982 -
Card also noted that the percent-
age of alcohol- related traffic
deaths nationwide declined to
45.8% in 1992 from 57-3% a decade
ago.
When the year ends at midnight
Thursday, Card said the 1992 traf-
fic fatality rate will stand at 1.8
Americans dead for every 100 mil-
lion vehicle -miles traveled
That figum is down from 1.9
deaths last year. and 28 in 1982.
And it is the lowest on record since
federal officials began tracking
highway death rates back in 1921.
The 39.500 people expected to die
on the nation's highways this year
represents a 5% decline from the
41.462 deaths in 1991, and is the
lowest snce 1362.
In California. the traffic fatality
rate for 1992 will come m at about
1.6 deaths per 100 million miles
traveled, said CHP LL Greg Manu-
el.
•' When you talk about lives, it's
quite a bit below the national
figure. Manuel said. "And because
them a so many drivers in Cali -
fsma, n helps to pnl: down the
c.imon s numt er tom'
Manuel aL'nhcted much of the
creLn� to the l.rcraanires dec,-
sirn in i9$5 t:.:ow the perimss.-
L:o b:P alcohol Ir +el in , irn'crs .
is 110;' t. h>
t hid: l.m i IOS A.NGEIES TIMES
DECEMBER 30, 1S92
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Auto Shoxv IS Right
IH%iN %i \II 'dhlllF
Iternative -fuel vehicles are edging
closer to practical use if half a j
dozen cars on exhibit at the 1993
Greater Los Angeles auto Show are any
measure. 1
At the annual event —which runs today
through Jan. 10 at the Los Angeles ,
Cr. - ra 4in CPnte: —t ul %o Mazda and a
^o
s that
But other car=_ on cnsplav are already so
user - friendly that :hey could be driven out
of the showroom and put into daily use.
And several will be.
Respite progress. car makers still
struggle with difficult technical issues and 1
the search for ways to make these
environmentally preferable vehicles
competitive in the marketplace.
One of the main hurdles to electric
vehicles has been their batteries. With
current battery technology. the best of the
electric cars claim to get no more than 150 i
miles per charge. And to many cases, the
recharging takes an entire night-
C hrysler Corp., which will build 50
electric minivans in 1993, will display
one near -term solution: a system that
charges electric vehicles in just 10 minutes. I
The system was developed by Chrysler and I !
a Canadian company. Norvik Technologies
Inc.
"Fast charging permits you to make an
electric vehicle more attractive:' says
Francois J. Castamg, a Chrysler vice
president. "The range issue then is not so I
much an issue, and you don't have to wait
for a new generation of batteries." Chrysler
hopes to make its charging system the
industry standard. either licensing the
technology or selling the systems directly
to other manufacturers.
Calstart. a public - private consortium
to build arl advanced
Please see CARS. 04
Photos b}
RANDY LEFFINGWGLL
l fir._ ltti 7 init.
Solar /electric powered Cci�❑ ier
Battery - powered Calstart coupe
1 (4,
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_ �I
CARS: Alternative -Fuel
Vehicles Closer to Reality
Connoued from D1
t-a-n_por:a[ion industry in Calfor-
s displaving its Showcase
E ec'_ c Vehicle, tuilt from compo-
r.e^. s , _eyeloped b'• more than 20
aerospace and engineer-
1, g Ccxpardes .after its public
ceo a: -he L.A. auto show, Cal-
-i_: c2-5 to d�lav the car at
- =. -- mss around the world, hop-
-- - cum up cusmess for the
ca= —kern are sho -
i= p'...c:'.pe cars that won't hit
the market anytime soon. Mazda s
HR -X. which resembles a small.
blue bug, has a rotary- powered
engine fueled b' clean- burning
h % reeen. an ac;;ndant energ
source 'ayored by many envtron-
rrentz;st.< and :ra: sportation en-
glneer But eve; aroponents con.
ee_e =-. a prat:,:! h.drog ^n car
=!' snOlir- ni rs Envvon-
a. Ccncem Cd- which is pox -
ered e: -^er b, stored electricity or
diesel '.:el The . - r known as a
M brit because o! s dual fuel -.
is
`e .. result of more
t -i .•a: s
research anti
on electricity And it would have
the driving range of a gasoline auto
when powered by its diesel - fueled
turbine engine.
Two California companies that
are already selling electric cars
will be displavmg [heir vehicles in
less -plush corners at the auto
show
Solar Elec:nc Engineering, a
Santa Rosa comoany that refits
gasoline cars ai[h electric motors,
is working ' "ni; a Florida firm.
Consulier Automotive, to build a
convertible -top electric sports car
said to have a top speed of 100
m.p.h. The cars cost about $75.000.
depending on options.
A more advanced electric car
design, from AC Propulsmn Inc. in
San Dimas, uses the frame of a
Honda CRX com cried to electric
power The c,r has a charging
.'•stem that can by nluge"I into a
standard wall sxkei to rcrha,g,,
Ili) to WI of a baitcry s capacity ,,
about an hour The car is peppier
than most elasong electric cars.
sprinting from zero to 60 m.p.h. in
7 8 seconds. Its cost 370.000.
Compam Presid..nt Alan Coc-
u.-u
P.w\DY LEF VGw-Eu, /Wt A,111 n,
�s ='yes prop ce power under hood of AC Propulsion ELX.