_Minutes_September 27, 2021 - Laserfiche WebLink

MOTION Member Nelson moved and Chair Deckert seconded a motion to approve the June 28, 2021 minutes as amended. The motion carried unanimously. MEETING OPEN TO THE PUBLIC 2. Introductions/Awards/Recognitions None. 3. Public comment from the audience regarding items not listed on the agenda Gary Sears thanked staff for assisting with signage and added safety on Bernal Avenue Bridge. He expressed concern about the gravel portion of the Arroyo Mocho Trail and crack on the Alamo Canal Trail. He questioned why the Committee's previously recommended repairs had not been implemented. Associate Traffic Engineer Nelson stated the City was aware of the needed repairs but it was a budgeting matter. City Traffic Engineer Tassano explained the maintenance and access agreement with Zone 7 and need to remove the asphalt. He stated staff would bring back an item on the next agenda. MATTERS BEFORE THE COMMITTEE 4. Annual Bicycle and Pedestrian Collision Data Associate Traffic Engineer Nelson and City Traffic Engineer Tassano presented the staff report explaining the process of reviewing collision data. Chair Deckert requested the major intersections be included on the overlay showing the locations of accidents and incidents. City Traffic Engineer Tassano indicated staff would improve the maps. Chair Deckert relayed concerns regarding sports park ingress and egress. Member Piekarski requested clarification on "improper turning" and "auto right of way." City Traffic Engineer Tassano explained that "improper turning" was turning and crashing into something and "auto right of way" was running a stop sign or traffic signal. Member Piekarski discussed the significant number of side swiping incidents and expressed concern about bicyclist safety. She pointed out that the majority of accidents were either on Santa Rita or Stoneridge. She questioned whether enforcement could be increased. City Engineer Tassano discussed other duties for officers during COVID-19. Member Piekarski stated more officers were necessary. She asked if there was a pattern related to bicycle incidents. City Engineer Tassano anticipated incidents to be caused by driver error, cyclist inattention and inexperience. Member Piekarski discussed her experience reporting and delayed repair of uneven pavement in a bike lane. City Engineer Tassano discussed pothole and roadway concerns that were quickly repaired. Member Piekarski commented on the high percentage of incidents in right turns. City Engineer Tassano stated most incidents were right turn on green. He explained the no right turn signs on Bicycle, Pedestrian & Trails Committee Minutes September 27, 2021 Page 2 of 5