HomeMy WebLinkAbout6183_CCv0001.pdf RESOLUTION NO. 6183
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDLANDS
ESTABLISHING TRAFFIC REGULATIONS PURSUANT TO TITLE 10 OF THE
REDLANDS MUNICIPAL CODE.
Pursuant to studies made under authority of Title 10 of the Redlands Municipal Code,
and the presentation of information gained in such studies, the City Council hereby finds and
determines that certain regulations are necessary and shall be established pursuant to Title 10
of the Redlands Municipal Code, and the Traffic Engineer of the City of Redlands is hereby
directed to perform such acts as are necessary to accomplish the following:
SECTION ONE: Pursuant to Section 10.24.010 of the Redlands Municipal Code, a
traffic engineering investigation (Engineering, Traffic and Speed Surveys and Speed Survey
Data sheets), attached hereto as Exhibit "A," and made a part thereof, has been conducted for
the following highways and the following speed limits are hereby found most appropriate to
facilitate the orderly movement of traffic and are reasonable and safe:
1. Highway: Redlands Boulevard
Date of Study: April 14, 2003
Speed Limits as follows:
40 mph between California Street and Texas Street.
35 mph between Texas Street and Eureka Street and mid-way between Fern and
Cypress Avenues and Highland Avenue.
30 mph between Eureka Street and mid-way between Fern and Cypress Avenue.
50 mph between Highland Avenue and Ford Street.
2. Highway: Garden Street
Date of Study: May 6, 2003
Speed Limits as follows:
35 mph between Mariposa Drive and Cajon Street.
ADOPTED, SIGNED AND APPROVED THIS 5TH DAY OF AUGUST, 2003.
Mayor
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EXHIBIT "A"
ENGINEERING, TRAFFIC AND SPEED SURVEY
HIGHWAY UNDER SURVEY: Garden Street
AREA OF: Between Mariposa Drive and Cajon Street
DATE OF SURVEY: May 6, 2003
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Based on the facts of this survey it is recommended that Garden Street between Mariposa
Drive and Cajon Street be posted as a 35 mph zone. The existing posted speed limit on Garden
Street between Mariposa Drive and Cajon Street is 35 mph.
Speed surveys were taken at three locations along Garden Street. The critical speeds ranged
from 41 to 43 mph. A total of 300 vehicles were surveyed. 76 vehicles, or approximately 25%
of the drivers were obeying the existing 35 mph speed limit. It is evident that the current speed
limit is being disregarded by the vast majority of drivers.
Ball bank indicator tests were conducted on Garden Street in 1989 to set the initial speed
limits. The physical geometry of Garden Street has not changed since those initial tests were
conducted, therefore the original data is still valid. Those tests showed comfortable speeds
around the curves on Garden Street. The curves that were tested showed a comfortable speed
range of 29 to 35 mph. Curves can be taken safely at speeds somewhat higher than the
comfortable speeds.
Based on critical speed analysis alone, a speed limit of 40 mph would be indicated on Garden
Street. The numerous curves which are present on the street justify lowering the speed limit by
five mph to the existing 35 mph.
In addition to maintaining the existing 35 mph speed limit, the existing curve warning signs
with 30 mph advisory plates should also be maintained on Garden Street approaching the curve
at Elizabeth Street.
It is recommended that the roadway be posted as follows:
1. Post 35 mph signs for southbound traffic:
a) Just south of Cajon Street
b) Just south of Hilton Avenue
c) Just south of Halsey Street
2. Post 35 mph signs for northbound traffic:
a) Just north of Canyon Road
b) Just north of Rossmont Drive
c) Just north of Elizabeth Street
d) Just north of Hilton Avenue
Prepared by
TOM T. FUJIWARA,_//
Assistant Public Works Director
Reviewed by Traffic and Parking Commission:
Signature Date