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TransportationCommission | 2012-04-25 | 11 | Staff Khan replied staff could look into painted bulb outs as well. Commissioner Vargas explained that the reminder of the number of schools around the intersection and the fact that there are several parks is important. Therefore, the Commission should think about a four way stop because it is a unique intersection. Commissioner Moehring mentioned that the distance between 4th and 6th Streets bring up safety issues. Personally, she believes the solutions are inexpensive. Staff Khan replied when you make a change to the environment you might impact bicyclists because they do not like to see too many stops signs and Santa Clara Avenue is a bike route. Commissioner Bellows stated that bicyclists should also watch out for pedestrians so the stop control could help as well. Commissioner Miley stated that he walked down that street almost everyday when in high school and understands the safety concerns. He hears a lot of consensus for a stepped approach. The stop sign would seem like a logical first step, but his concern is for the people who live on Santa Clara Avenue and he does not know if the Commission is hearing from them about this route and intersection. Staff Khan replied staff noticed this appeal via USPS mail service. Commissioner Miley explained he would like a stepped approach and he is looking at the ladder crosswalk and increasing the visibility and they can take if from there. He also mentioned that the Commission could receive an update on traffic improvements or concerns to see if the stop sign is the next logical step. Commissioner Moehring asked if there is a particular time line to receive an update. Staff Khan replied there could be a 1-year review. Commissioner Moehring said a 3-month review would be better and she asked for Sergeant Simmons' opinion on whether crosshatching is an effective safety measure. Sergeant Simmons replied anything that the City can do to paint warning signs on the street and protect children is a benefit. The controls are just like signs so drivers who cross the path daily do not see the signs after a while. The crosshatching does make it more visible, but the signage ends up becoming commonplace. Commissioner Bertken mentioned by the time they do the painting it would be good to install Speed Traffic Trailer as well. Staff Khan replied staff would coordinate with Sergeant Simmons. Page 11 of 14 | TransportationCommission/2012-04-25.pdf |