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COUNTY OF SAN MATEO
Inter-Departmental Correspondence
Department of Public Works
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DATE:
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October 18, 2010
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BOARD MEETING DATE:
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November 9, 2010
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SPECIAL NOTICE/HEARING:
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None
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VOTE REQUIRED:
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Majority
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TO:
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Honorable Board of Supervisors
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FROM:
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James C. Porter, Director of Public Works
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SUBJECT:
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Installation of Two Stop Signs in Montara Area
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RECOMMENDATION:
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Adopt a Resolution authorizing the installation of two stop signs on Birch Street at George Street, Montara Area.
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BACKGROUND:
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California Vehicle Code Section 21351 et al. allows local authorities, in their respective jurisdictions, to install traffic signs as may be necessary to control traffic within an intersection.
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DISCUSSION:
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Residents of Montara requested that stops signs be installed at the intersection of Birch Street and George Street. One corner of this intersection restricts the view of oncoming traffic. Department of Public Works staff investigated the request for additional traffic control and recommends that two stop signs be installed on Birch Street in order to assign right-of-way to vehicles on George Street. When accommodating street safety concerns, it is standard practice to install stop signs at opposing sides of a minor street, in lieu of a single stop sign, as such a practice aligns with driver expectations.
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Property owners on adjacent blocks extending a minimum of 300 feet from the proposed sign locations were notified of the date and time of the Board’s meeting when these items will be considered. In addition, the Midcoast Community Council was likewise notified. Two property owners provided comments in support of the proposed stop signs. A summary of the public input we received regarding this issue is included in Attachment “A.”
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The location of stop signs on County maintained streets are shown on maps in the Department of Public Works, and will be made available in list form on the Department’s web site. The master lists will be updated to reflect the recommended changes if your Board approves the proposed resolution.
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Approval of the two stop signs will contribute to the Shared Vision 2025 outcome of a Livable Community by providing traffic controls that help regulate the traffic flow through neighborhoods in a way that best fits the needs of the community.
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County Counsel has reviewed and approved the Resolution as to form.
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FISCAL IMPACT:
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The cost for staff time involved in evaluating and processing requests for traffic regulations is part of the administrative cost associated with evaluating traffic-related requests involving the County maintained road system, and is financed with Road Funds. The cost of placing two stop signs, legends and limit line markings is approximately $1,500. The cost of the signs and markings will be financed with Road Funds. There will be no impact to the General Fund.
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Attachment “A”:
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Map of Proposed Traffic Control Device Locations and Public Input Summary
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