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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 5.3 Crossing Guard Funding (2) 5 CITY OF DUBLIN AGENDA STATEMENT CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: September 9, 1985 .r SUBJECT Written Communication from Dr. Richard F.. Cochran Re Murray School District ' s Elimination of Funding for. Crossing Guards EXHIBITS ATTACHED 1 ) Letter from Dr. Cochran dated 8/26/85 2 ) Letter from City Staff to Dr. Cochran advising the School District of City Council action dated 6/19/85 RECOMMENDATION q04. �Receive report and direct Staff to review the need for a crossing guard, once the pedestrian path along San Ramon Road is no longer under construction. FINANCIAL STATEMENT': Undetermined at this time DESCRIPTION At the Regular City Council meeting on June 10, 1985, the City Council adopted formal warrants for the placement of Adult Crossing Guards. Also, the Council conducted a formal public hearing and adopted a School Safety & Crossing Guard Study prepared by TJKM. The Staff Report noted that during the 1983-84 school year, the responsibility for providing crossing guards was shared equally between the Murray School District and the City. Each agency funded two locations. During the 1984-85 school year, the School District reduced its commitment to one crossing guard. The City has now been informed that during the 1985-86 school year, the Murray School District will not provide any crossing guards. This results in the elimination of a crossing guard at the intersection of Amador Valley Boulevard and San Ramon Road. The adopted traffic study recommended the retention of the crossing guard at this location based on the established warrants. Given the current construction along the pedestrian/bicycle path along San Ramon Road, school children from the east side of San Ramon Road should cross with the adult crossing guard at Shannon Avenue. The Nielsen School Principal has advised parents of the construction activity and recommended that they avoid the area. Due to these changes in student travel patterns, it is difficult to gauge the need for an adult crossing guard. It is recommended that the Traffic Engineer re-evaluate the intersection once the modifications are complete, to determine whether the adopted warrants are met. In the interim, children should be encouraged to utilize the crosswalk at Shannon Avenue. Superintendent Cochran also noted the Board' s support for a "No Turn on Red" restriction at this location. The Traffic Engineer has reviewed this location and noted that this restriction would not address the situation. The general concern is over westbound Amador Valley Boulevard traffic turning northbound onto San Ramon Road. When this right turn movement is made against a red light, the pedestrians waiting to cross San Ramon Road have a red light, as through traffic on San Ramon Road is moving through a green signal. The pedestrian does not receive a walk signal until westbound Amador Valley Boulevard traffic is given the signal to proceed. As with all intersections, the driver making a right turn must yield the right-of-way to the pedestrian, in accordance with the California Vehicle Code. Given the fact that the pedestrian cannot cross while a vehicle is making a right turn on a red light, it is not recommended that this restriction be placed at this location. Staff recommends that the City Council receive this report and direct Staff to undertake further review once construction is complete. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- COPIES TO: Dr. Richard F. Cochran, ITEM NO. Murray Elementary School District 5. BOARD OF TRUSTEES DONALD C.BIDDLE EDRA O.COLEMAN PATRICIA URRAY SCHOOL DISTRICT ANN HENDERSON 7416 BRIGHTON DRIVE • DUBLIN.CALIFORNIA 94MB LISBETH A.HOWARD ADMINISTRATION OIFIGES 4415)828.2551 SUPERINTENDENT August 26, 1985 RICHARD F.COCHRAN AUUr' 2 91985 6:i1l Ur= DUBLIN Mr. Richard Ambrose, City Manager City of Dublin P. 0. Box 2340 Dublin, CA 94568 Dear Richard: In anticipation of the adoption of our Final Budget September 3, I want to notify you of the administration's recommendation to stop funding the Crossing Guard at Amador Valley Blvd. and San Ramon Road. During a summer Board Meeting, the Board went on record requesting a "No Turn on Red" sign at that corner. As you are aware, the 1985/86 Budget is on the September 3 agenda of the Board of Trustees, and could be changed; but I felt it would be in order to forewarn you in case community members contact you. We really appreciate your support relative to the position of the five acres at the Dolan Site. As soon as we get our input from the District Consultant, regarding the Fallon/Kolb Park/District Office situation, we will let you know. This report should be received in September. I hope your summer was relaxing and look forward to seeing you soon! Si erel , 1 Richard F. Cochran Superintendent RFC:jd f EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER June 19, 1955 Dr. Richard F. Cochran, Superintendent Murray Elementary School District 7416 Brighton Drive Dublin, CA 94568 Dear Dr. Cochran: Enclosed please find resolutions adopted by the City Council at their meeting on June 10, 1985 . The resolutions outline the recommended changes -identified in the School Safety and Crossing Guard Study conducted by TJKM. The City will be providing Adult Crossing Guards at San Ramon Road/ Shannon Avenue and at Amador Valley Boulevard/Burton Street . Also, the City Council adopted a resolution which supports the establishment of a School Safety Patrol. The City is prepared to purchase the necessary supplies to establish the program and will provide assistance from the Traffic Engineering firm of TJKM to assure the appropriate designation of the locations. It should -also be noted that other resources are available to the School District. City Staff consulted with a Safety Consultant from the California State Automobile Association. This organization has assisted other communities in the establishment of programs and has offered to meet with City and School District officials. however, the authorizing legislation is within the State Education Code and a commitment from the School District will be required. The City Council would also encourage you to utilize the results of the study to evaluate congestion problems at Nielsen Elementary School. The City will be undertaking additions to the signing and curb markings along the public street. In addition, TJKM has some conceptual changes which may improve traffic flow in the parking lot . If you wish to pursue this item, please contact Mr. Chris Kinzel, Traffic Engineer at 463-0611. We look forward to working in cooperation with the School District to implement the results of the Study. If you have any further questions, please contact me at 829-4600. Sincerely, Paul S. Rankin PSR:kk Administrative Assistant Enclosures cc : Chris Kinzel RESOLUTION NO 50 - 85 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN -------------------------------------- ESTABLISHING CROSSING GUARD WARRANTS FOR THE CITY OF DUBLIN WHEREAS , the City of Dublin has commissioned TJKM Transportation Consultants to conduct a comprehensive School Safety and Crossing Guard Study; and WHEREAS , the study recommends that the City adopt specific warrants for the placement of Adult Crossing Guards ; and WHEREAS , the establishment of a policy will allow for an objective review of crossing guard requests . NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED that the Dublin City Council does hereby adopt Table I Recommended Crossing Guard Warrants for the City of Dublin (attached) , which shall be the official policy until such time as the City Council either amends or rescinds the policy. PASSED , APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 10th day of June , 1985 AYES : Councilmembers Hegarty, Jeffery , Moffatt , Vonheeder and Mayor Snyder NOES : None ABSENT: None j ayor E City C er ' TABLE I RDA CROSSING GUARD IVORANI5 CTTY OF LUBLINN Adult Crossing Guards are normally assigned where official supervision of elementary school pedestrians is desirable while they cross a public highway on the "Suggested Route to School". Adult Crossing Guards may be warranted under the following conditions: 1. At uncontrolled crossings: Where there is no alternate crossing guard within 1,200 feet; and where vehicular traffic volume exceeds 350 vehicles in each of any two daily hours during which 40 or more school pedestrians cross while going to or fran school. 2. At STOP sign controlled crossings: Where there is no alternate crossing guard within 1,200 feet; and where the vehicular traffic volume on roads of four or more lanes exceeds 500 vehicles per hour during which 40 or more school pedestrians cross going to or from school. 3. At traffic signal controlled crossings: A. Where the rnmiber of vehicular turning movements through the school crosswalk exceeds 300 vehicles per hour while school pedestrians are going to or frcm school. B. Where there are circumstances not normally present at a signalized intersection, such as crosswalks more than 80 feet long with no intermediate refuge, or an abnormally high proportion of large ccmnercial vehicles. .i RESOLUTION NO 51 - 85 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN -------------------------------------- SUPPORTING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A SCHOOL SAFETY PATROL FOR THE MURRAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT WHEREAS , the City Council has reviewed a comprehensive School Safety and Crossing Guard Study prepared by the City Traffic Engineer; and WHEREAS , the study recommends the establishment of School Safety Patrol , pursuant to State Law, at the Murray Elementary School District ; and WHEREAS , Section 49300 of the State Education Code provides the basis under which School Safety Patrols are to be established and supervised ; and WHEREAS , the City Council recognizes the need to respond to city/school issues in a responsive and cooperative manner. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Dublin does hereby support the establishment of a School Safety Patrol at Murray Elementary School District . BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City offers the following resources to the Murray Elementary School District to assist school officials in the establishment of the program: (1 ) The expertise and services of the City Traffic Engineer to determine the most appropriate location. ( 2 ) Helmets , belts , signs and rainwear to supply a total of twelve patrol members . ( 3 ) In conjunction with the School Safety Program a member of the Dublin Police Services will be designated as a liaison and will provide input to school officials who maintain the responsibility for daily supervision. PASSED , APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 10th day of June , 1985 AYES : Councilmembers Hegarty, Jeffery, Moffatt , Vonheeder and Mayor Snyder NOES : None ABSENT: None 'Mayo r� ATTEST: City Clerk RESOLUTION NO . 52 - 85 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN -------------------------------------- AUTHORIZING SPECIFIC CHANGES TO SCHOOL MARKINGS ON PUBLIC STREETS AND THE ASSIGNMENT OF ADULT CROSSING GUARD LOCATIONS DURING SCHOOL HOURS WHEREAS , the City of Dublin had a comprehensive School Safety and Crossing Guard Study completed ; and WHEREAS , the study was reviewed by the City Council and a Public Hearing was conducted on June 10 , 1985 ; and WHEREAS , the study contained recommendations related to changes which will enhance school safety. NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Dublin does hereby direct staff to complete the following changes in time for the beginning . of the 1985-86 school year : 1 . Removal of the white crosswalk at Silvergate Drive and Peppertree Road. 2 . Removal of the two school crosswalks at the intersection of York Drive and Amador Valley Boulevard. 3 . Removal of the school crosswalk on the north leg of the intersection of Tamarack Drive and Village Parkway. 4. Installation of a new school crosswalk on the north side of the : intersection of Village Parkway and Davona Drive . 5 . Installation of school crosswalks on the south, west , and east legs of the intersection of Tamarack Drive and Village Parkway . 6. Installation of a school crosswalk at Amador Valley Boulevard and Burton Street . 7. Painting of the existing loading zone in front of Nielsen Elementary School . 8 . The installation of additional signs at Nielsen School to encourage proper use of the loading zone . BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City shall provide adult crossing guards at the following locations during the 1985-86 school year and continuing until amended or rescinded : 1 . Shannon Avenue at San Ramon Road , 2 . Amador Valley Boulevard at Burton Street PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 10th day of June , 1985 AYES : Councilmembers Hegarty, Jeffery , Moffatt , Vonheeder and Mayor Snyder NOES : None ABSENT: None Mayor EST: i City Cler