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DEVELOPMENT SERVICES AGENCY
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444. 9 3yo STAFF REPORT
REQUEST: Consideration of a Proposed Highway 111 Signalized Intersection
Numbering System
SUBMITTED BY: Homer Croy, Assistant City Manager for Development Services
DATE: January 23, 2002
CONTENTS: 1. CVAG Executive Committee Report
2. CVAG Executive Committee Minutes of July 29, 2002
Recommendation:
By Minute Motion: 1) Approve the Highway 111 signalized intersection
numbering system concept as presented by the Coachella Valley
Association of Governments (CVAG); and 2) Authorize staff to work with
CVAG for sign placement along the City's Highway 111 intersections,
once a unanimous decision is reached by all effected jurisdictions.
Executive Summary:
On June 3, 2002, the CVAG Executive Committee approved the concept of a Highway 111
signalized intersection numbering system. This system would assist in directing visitors
unfamiliar with the region and consist of a series of numbered signs mounted on signal
poles along Highway 111 (from Palm Springs to Indio). CVAG will not move forward with
sign installation until all effected jurisdictions unanimously approve this concept.
Background:
In early 2001, the Hospitality Industry and Business Council (HBIC) of the Palm Springs
Desert Resort Convention and Visitors Authority (CVA) recommended the placement of
sequentially numbered signs placed on traffic signal poles at all signalized intersections
along Highway 111, to provide assistance in directing visitors. The CVAG Transportation
Technical Advisory Sub-Committee (TTAS) approved the numbering system concept on
April 26, 2002, and recommended the following sign design elements:
• The signs be a painted oval on a rectangular surface;
• The signs be 18" x 24" in size; and
• The signs be banded to existing signal poles above the mast arm and signal heads
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Staff Report
Proposed Highway 111 Signalized Intersection Numbering System
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January 23, 2003
On July 8, 2002, the TTAS formally selected size, shape, coloring, and pattern for the
proposed signs. CVAG staff stressed that the success of this program is based upon the
uniformity/continuity of the signs by retaining the approved design elements. However, a
city may elect to change the coloring of the sign at its own cost, if any. Staff will have an
example of the sign available for review on and before the January 23, 2003, City Council
meeting.
The sign's location is proposed to be on the signal pole at the far side of the intersection
facing on-coming traffic. The sign will be mounted above the mast arm connection and
any signal head on the pole. Each intersection will have two signs to accommodate
westbound and eastbound traffic along Highway 111 and will have its own unique number.
If additional lights were installed after the placement of the signs, they would be identified
by an alphanumeric system. CVAG will conduct the bid process for this project and obtain
the Caltrans encroachment permits for work in the state right-of-way.
Fiscal Impact:
There will be no fiscal impact for participation in this numbering system if a city elects to
follow the CVAG recommended design elements, including sign coloring. On June 3,
2002, the CVAG Executive Committee formally approved this project and elected to have
CVAG pay the full cost of purchasing and erecting the signs, estimated at not more than
$18,000 for 89 signalized intersections on Highway 111 (between Palm Springs and Indio).
The Cities of Indian Wells Indio, La Quinta, and Palm Springs have formally approved this
proposal; however, CVAG will not move forward with sign installation until all effected
jurisdictions unanimously approve this concept. If this action does not occur, the item will
be returned to the CVAG Executive Committee for further consideration.
Submitted y: Approval:
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Homer Croy Carlos L. Orteg
Assistant Ci nager for Development Services City Manager
CITY COUNCIL CTION:
APPROVED DENIED
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DATE: July 29, 2002
TO: EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
FROM: Allyn S. Waggle, Deputy Executive Director
RE: Consider Proposal to Install Number Signs on Highway 111
1 Traffic Signal Poles to Direct Visitors
ISSUE: At their June 3rd meeting the Executive Committee approved the proposal
for installing a series of numbered signs mounted on signal poles along Highway
111 from Palm Springs to Indio to provide assistance in directing out-of-town
visitors.
BACKGROUND: The Executive Committee approved of several criteria, including
that CVAG pay the full cost of purchasing and erecting these signs, estimated at
not more than $18,000, and that sample signs be returned to the Transportation
Committee for final approval prior to placement on traffic signal poles. At their
meeting of July 8th the Transportation Committee selected size, shape, coloring
and pattern for the proposed signs.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: that the Executive Committee approve the
intersection number sign as presented by the Transportation Committee
and authorize staff to arrange to have them placed.
Intersection Number Signs EC2.wpd
SWEEPING PROGRAM.
THE MOTION CARRIED WITHOUT DISSENT WITH THE WORDING ADDITION.
8.5 Salton Sea Atlas
Mrs. Larson reported that staff would like the ability to purchase 50 copies of the Salton Sea Atlas
at the bulk cost of$40.00 per copy with the idea that jurisdictions can take advantage of a lower
purchase price.
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR PRO TEM SNIFF AND SECONDED BY MAYOR WEYUKER TO
APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF 50 COPIES OF THE SALTON SEA ATLAS AT THE
DISCOUNT PRICE OF$40.00 EACH AND MAKE THEM AVAILABLE TO CVAG MEMBERSHIP
FOR PURCHASE AT THE CVAG COST. THE MOTION CARRIED WITHOUT DISSENT.
9. TRANSPORTATION ISSUES
9.1 Consider Request by Palm Desert to Include a Proposed Interchange at Portola Avenue and
Interstate 10 in the Transportation Project Prioritization Study
Allyn Waggle reported that a proposed interchange at Portola Avenue and Interstate 10 was
not currently in the TPPS.
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR PRO TEM SNIFF AND SECONDED BY MAYOR PRO
TEM BENSON TO APPROVE OF INCLUDING THE PORTOLA
AVENUE/INTERSTATE 10 INTERCHANGE PROJECT IN THE TRANSPORTATION
PROJECT PRIORITIZATION STUDY PROVIDED THAT MEASURE A IS EXTENDED
BY THE VOTERS IN NOVEMBER, 2002. THE MOTION CARRIED WITHOUT
DISSENT.
9.2 /. Consider Proposal to Install Number Signs on Highway 111 Traffic Signal Poles to Direct Visitors
\\'il Mr. Waggle displayed the proposed highway sign. The sign will be produced with high reflectivity
material.A discussion ensued regarding the color and placement of the sign, as well as what would
happen in the event that one or more jurisdiction did not approve the placement of the signs on their
portion of Highway 111. Mrs. Larson reported that this item would need to be considered by each
jurisdiction where Highway 111 is located.
Supervisor Wilson amended the staff recommended motion.
IT WAS MOVED BY SUPERVISOR WILSON AND SECONDED BY MAYOR GODFREY TO
APPROVE THE INTERSECTION NUMBER SIGN AS PRESENTED BY THE
TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE,AUTHORIZE STAFF TO ARRANGE PLACEMENT OF THE
SIGNS, AND BRING THE ITEM BACK TO THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE IF A UNANIMOUS
DECISION BY EFFECTED JURISDICTIONS DOES NOT EXIST. THE MOTION CARRIED
Executive Committee Minutes of July 29, 2002
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9.3 Consider Request for Reimbursement for Purchase of Property for Widening Fred Waring Drive
through Indian Wells
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR DE LARA AND SECONDED BY MAYOR PRO TEM
SNIFF TO APPROVE THE FUTURE REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE PURCHASE OF THE
REFERENCED RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY IN INDIAN WELLS WHEN THE FRED WARING
DRIVE ROAD WIDENING PROJECT COMMENCES.THIS APPROVAL IS CONTINGENT ON
THE CITY PERFORMING ITS DUE DILIGENCE TO DETERMINE THE APPROPRIATE VALUE
OF THE PROPERTY,THAT ACCOMPLISHING THE FRED WARING DRIVE ROAD WIDENING
PROJECT REQUIRES THAT THE PROPERTY BE ACQUIRED AND THAT AN AGREEMENT
WITH CVAG BE EXECUTED. THE MOTION CARRIED.
9.4 Consider Park and Ride Lots
IT WAS MOVED BY SUPERVISOR WILSON AND SECONDED BY MAYOR NEGRON TO
APPROVE THE CONCEPT OF MOVING FORWARD AS OUTLINED ABOVE REGARDING
PARK AND RIDE LOTS IN CONNECTION WITH AN EXPRESS BUS ROUTE, AND THAT
STAFF BE DIRECTED TO CONTINUE TO WORK WITH SUNLINE TO BRING BACK TO THE
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE SPECIFIC PROPOSALS AT A FUTURE DATE. THE MOTION
CARRIED WITHOUT DISSENT.
9.5 Consider Advance in Priority for Regional Funding of Varner Road in the City of Indio
Mr. Waggle reported that all projects rated 18 or higher will be funded. Mr. Waggle also reported
that staff agrees that four lanes on Varner Road is required.
IT WAS MOVED BY SUPERVISOR WILSON AND SECONDED BY MAYOR NEGRON TO
APPROVE THE REQUEST TO ADVANCE THE PRIORITY TO PROVIDE REGIONAL FUNDS
FOR CONSTRUCTION OF VARNER ROAD, BETWEEN ADAMS STREET AND JEFFERSON
STREET, WITH FOUR TRAFFIC LANES. THE MOTION CARRIED WITHOUT DISSENT.
9.6 Consider Modified Agreement with SCAG
This item was added to the agenda prior to the 72 hour Brown Act requirement.
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR GODFREY AND SECONDED BY MAYOR PRO TEM
SNIFF TO AUTHORIZE CVAG TO ENTER INTO THE "ROLL-OVER" CONTINUING
COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH SCAG FOR FISCAL YEAR 2001-2002
PROJECTS, AND THAT THE CVAG ATTORNEY BE DIRECTED TO ADVISE ON THE
FORM OF A LETTER TO SCAG STAFF WHICH CONFIRMS THE SCAG
COMMITMENT TO REMEDY ANY DEFICIENCIES IN THE BUDGETS AND/OR
SCOPES OF WORK FOR THESE PROJECTS IN THE FISCAL YEAR 2002-2003 CCA.
Executive Committee Minutes of July 29, 2002