City Council

L. Approval of Traffic Improvements Along Fern Avenue, between Del Mar Avenue and New Avenue At the November 7, 2024, Traffic Commission Meeting, staff presented recommendations and options for traffic improvements along Fern Avenue between Del Mar Avenue and New Avenue. After a thorough review of existing field and traffic conditions and per the guidelines in the California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, California Vehicle Code, it was determined that the segment of Fern Avenue adjacent to the school frontage of Arlene Bitely Elementary does not meet the minimum requirements for the installation of a midblock crosswalk. While it was observed that some pedestrians are crossing in the area, there were not enough student age pedestrians crossing Fern Avenue midblock to warrant the installation of a crosswalk at this time. However, it was determined that Fern Avenue, from New Avenue to Del Mar Avenue would benefit from the installation of various traffic calming measures around Arlene Bitely Elementary school such as new signage and striping. It was also determined that the segment of Fern Avenue between New Avenue and Jackson Avenue may qualify for speed humps, but it was not considered in the recommendations as there is not an official speed hump policy for the City. The Traffic Commission approved the staff recommendations for the area as shown on the " Installation Exhibit" in Attachment B. Public Works Field Services staff will complete all the recommended items. Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the approval of the Traffic Commission recommendations for traffic calming measures along Fern Avenue between Del Mar Avenue and New Avenue.