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Home My WebLink AboutMinutes - December 18, 2018 SSLODI CITY COUNCIL SHIRTSLEEVE SESSION CARNEGIE FORUM, 305 WEST PINE STREET TUESDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2018 A. Roll Call by City Clerk An Informal Informational Meeting ("Shirtsleeve" Session) of the Lodi City Council was held Tuesday, December 18, 2019, commencing at 7:04 a.m. Present: Council Member Johnson, Mayor Pro Tempore Kuehne, and Mayor Chandler Absent: Council Member Mounce, and Council Member Nakanishi Also Present: City Manager Schwabauer, City Attorney Magdich, and City Clerk Ferraiolo NOTE: Council Member Johnson participated in the meeting via teleconference. B. Topic(s) B-1 Receive Information on Turner Road/State Route 99 Interchange Improvement Project (PW) David Ripperda with San Joaquin Council of Governments provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the Turner Road/State Route 99 Interchange Improvement Project. Specific topics of discussion included Caltrans project initiation document focusing on accidents and safety; background information; area maps; site photos; current alternatives being studied - double signals, signal and roundabout, double roundabout with one-way traffic, and double roundabout with two-way traffic; benefits of Alternative 4; gateway opportunities; and next steps. In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Kuehne, Mr. Ripperda assured Council that the proposed roundabout would be large enough to handle all sorts of vehicles, including semi -trucks and emergency vehicles, and would be built to Caltrans standards. He further stated that various options for landscaping are being explored, including alternatives such as hardscaping. Mayor Pro Tempore Kuehne suggested the project also include repairs to the cement sections in the area, to which Mr. Ripperda responded that it is not currently in the project scope but it can be considered. Mayor Chandler added that the concrete divider is cracked and in dire need of repair. Council Member Johnson stated he is not supportive of statues, monuments, or landscaped areas if they are not adequately maintained and would prefer hardscaping that can be cleaned easily with a leaf blower. City Manager Schwabauer explained that any landscaping in the area would be the City's responsibility to maintain and it would be added to the existing landscape maintenance contract at an added cost. Myrna Wetzel, member of the public, expressed opposition to roundabouts, stating they are confusing, frightening, and require quick reaction on the part of the driver. Public Works Director Charlie Swimley requested Council feedback on the various alternatives presented. Mayor Chandler expressed support for Alternative 4. Mayor Pro Tempore Kuehne also expressed support for Alternative 4 based on the fact that it eliminates traffic flow in the nearby neighborhood. He stated he prefers light landscaping in front of the first proposed roundabout off of the freeway, including flowering trees and shrubs on the rest of Turner Road, to be added to the City's landscape maintenance contract; however, he is 1 unsure whether landscaping is necessary on the second roundabout where the proposed artwork or statue would be. He suggested thought be given to a retaining wall on the west side of the entrance to the City on Cherokee Lane near the apartments. With regard to bike lanes, there was discussion some time ago about adding lanes to that area, but he now feels it would be inappropriate and dangerous for that area. He expressed support for the proposed two-way path of travel and again stressed the need to repair the concrete barrier. Mr. Ripperda stated there is potential for a low retaining wall along the area widening on Highway 99 and that either landscaping or hardscaping can be done in the area to make it more friendly for pedestrians, all of which will be discussed further down the line once the primary traffic decisions are made. In response to Council Member Johnson, Mr. Swimley stated that, while it is not currently on the schedule, moving forward with Alternative 4 would set the groundwork for improving the turning movements and access to Highway 99 from Cherokee Lane. C. Comments by Public on Non -Agenda Items None. D. Adjournment No action was taken by the City Council. The meeting was adjourned at 7:35 a.m. ATTEST: Jennifer M. Ferraiolo City Clerk 2 CITY OF LODI COUNCIL COMMUNICATION AGENDA ITEM TM AGENDA TITLE: Receive Information on the Turner Road/State Route 99 Interchange Improvement Project MEETING DATE: December 18, 2018 (Shirtsleeve Session) PREPARED BY: Public Works Director RECOMMENDED ACTION: Receive information on the Turner Road/State Route 99 Interchange Improvement Project. BACKGROUND INFORMATION: In early 2013, SJCOG commissioned a study to improve safety and enhance operations of the State Route 99 (SR 99) corridor through the City of Lodi, in San Joaquin County. The safety and operational deficiencies associated with the Turner Road/SR 99 Interchange include insufficient ramp lengths, limited sight distance, conflicting weaving movements, and insufficient acceleration length for vehicles entering SR 99. As Measure K funds were not available at the time, this project was programmed using State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) funds in the 2014 STIP. Due to the decrease in fuel excise tax revenue prior to the passage of Senate Bill 1, the project was deleted in the 2016 STIP. In June 2018, San Joaquin Council of Governments (SJCOG) was notified by the State regarding available funding that would provide an opportunity to fulfill the SJCOG Board's commitment to the Turner Road/SR 99 Interchange. A mix of State funds from the Senate Bill 1 Local Partnership Program, Federal funds from the Highway Infrastructure Program, along with Measure K funds (cost savings), can enable the project to move forward and not have to wait until the 2020 STIP Programming Cycle. Since, SJCOG, in partnership with California Department of Transportation and the City of Lodi, has commissioned Drake, Haglan & Associates, Inc. to conduct environmental clearance and design tasks for the interchange. The purpose of this presentation, given by Drake, Haglan & Associates, Inc., is to provide an overview of the Turner Road/SR 99 Interchange Improvement Project and to obtain feedback from Council on various alternatives to improve the operation of the interchange, including a concept that could provide direct access to Turner Road from northbound Cherokee Lane, utilizing two round -a -bouts. This concept would reduce existing traffic impacts to the residential area bound by Pioneer Drive, Stockton Street, and Turner Road. The presentation will also include discussion regarding a gateway monument and a substantial public art feature being considered as part of the project. FISCAL IMPACT: Not applicable. FUNDING AVAILABLE: Not applicable. CES/CES/tdb APPROVED: Charles E. Swimley, Jr. Public Works Director Stephen Schw- • - - , City Manager K:\WP\PROJECTS\STREETS\Turner_SR99 interchange improvements\SR99_Turner_2O18 Shirtsleeve.doc 12/5/2018 The presentation will begin shortly December 18, 2018 Shirtsleeve Session SR99/Turner Road Improvements Background Information 2014 - Caltrans Project Initiation Document Completed • Purpose of project was focused on accidents/safety Background Information Background Information Background Information Background Information Background Information Current Alternatives Being Studied Double Signal Alternative • improve traffic operations • Reduce coIisions • Improve safety Reduced speed improves weaving and reduces collhaions Add intersection to reduce speed. Option to stop control. Signal warrant to be verified. Add lighting Add street fighting, signage and pavement illumination Approximate limits of potential retaining wal Adjust intersection Northeast as much as possible to increase sight distance for SR SR99 On -Ramp. Option to stop Control_ Signal warrant to be verified Verify storage capacity with traffic study Option_ Add storage lane if necessary Extend SB SR99 acceleration lane approximately 700' SE of N. Lodi OC with auxilary lane to improve merge with SR99 mainline ALTERNATIVE 1 DOUBLE SIGNALS lE drakehaLT, Ian AND ASSOCIATES' Current Alternatives Being Studied !Y -r 1 Roundabout/Slgnal Alter nath►e • Improve traffic operations • Reduce • Imps safely I Snnora Ave Option: Remove Na night -tum to Se 51389 On -Ramp 5 CHEROItfE lr Add street ICahting, Knape end pavement ilurninabon • • in di Adyust intersection Northeast as much as possible 14 1110Thii eight distance Por S8 9R99 On -Ramp. Octal .r alto be trd.vend Signal ,r warrant Po be verified 11111 iti Roundeboui reduces spxad and occident senility. Interaectfon conte ( evaluation option. Roundabout size It be vert rad. Exiled SB SR99 ecceleretion lane approximately 7o0' SE of N. Lodi OC with stndiary lama to *wove mew with SI199 meinine atim4 II g 471- • ' �ma in NE ALTERNATIVE 2 SIGNAL AND ROL' NDA330JT db ldrake haglan AND AS DOC IATEE Current Alternatives Being Studied Double Roundabout Alternative • Improve traffic operations ■ Reduce cdlisions • Improve safety EL Sonora Ave ,,� ►� pipLDEN Ave i s Single lane eliminates weaving and reduces calllslons Add lighting S CHEROKEE Add lighting Add street lighting, signage and pavement illumination Roundabout reduces speed and accident severity. 1.0 Adjust roundabout Northeast as much as possible to increase sight distance for SB 5R99 On -Ramp. Intersection control evaluation option. Roundabout size to be verified. PRELIMINARY ALTERNATIVE FlP4 J. ALTERNATFVF AND Dr RIG% TO IV DE?E.WINFO WrTFI CAL11iANS C( CUJRRENCE '111.111i Extend SB 5R99 acceleration lane approximately 700' SE of N. Lodi OC with auxiliary lane to improve •� merge with SR99 mainline - 411.114 011042 /*di 1aoilk.- Adam. Alia. ALTERNATIVE 3 DOUBLE ROUNDABOU"f ONE-WAY TRArFIC C 1 drake li aoIal AND ASSOCIATES- Current Alternatives Being Studied Benefits of Alternative 4 • Eliminates speed differential and weaving movement along Cherokee Lane • Eliminates multiple conflict points at SB SR -99 onramp • Creates longer merge for vehicles entering SB SR -99 • Maintains access for commercial businesses • Reduces neighborhood cut -through traffic • Provides an opportunity to create a gateway entry to Lodi Gateway Opportunities Welcome to Lodi Monument 1 41/1 r 111 • 011111, ALTERNATIVE 4 DOUBLE ROUNDABOUT WITH TWO WAY TRAFFIC l drake hag1an AND ASSOCIATED Gateway Opportunities vormermummilimi 0064 tarminv-iii M ALTERNATIVE 4 11601vA &El; 001 0111 gal VI I '6" a se am illievo4 • .a 1MUit� DOUBLE ROUNDABOUT WITH TWO WAY TRAFFIC l drake hag1an AND ASSOCIATED Next Steps 1. Complete Project and Environmental Approval -September 2019 a. One -on -One Stakeholder Meetings b. Public Information Meetings 2. Final Design — December 2019 3. Advertise Project — April 2020 4. Start Construction — Summer 2020 Questions Contact Information: David Ripperda ripperda@sjcog.org 209-235-0450 Matt Satow msatow@drakehaglan.com 209-707-3330 DECLARATION OF POSTING On Thursday, December 10, 2018, in the City of Lodi, San Joaquin County, California, a copy of the December 18, 2018 Shirtsleeve Agenda and December 19, 2018 Regular Meeting Agenda (attached and marked as Exhibit A) was posted on the door 1311 Midvale Road, Lodi, California. declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. Executed on December 10, 2018, at Lodi, California. ORDERED BY: Posted by: JENNIFER M. FERRAIOLO CITY CLERK LODI CITY COUNCIL Carnegie Forum 305 West Pine Street, Lodi *and via conference call: 1311 Midvale Road Lodi, CA 95240 "SHIRTSLEEVE" SESSION Date: December 18, 2018 Time: 7:00 a.m. For information regarding this Agenda please contact: Jennifer M. Ferraiolo City Clerk Telephone: (209) 333-6702 Informal Informational Meeting A. Roll CaII by City Clerk B. Topic(s) B-1 Receive Information on Turner Road/State Route 99 Interchange Improvement Project (PW) C. Comments by Public on Non -Agenda Items D. Adjournment Pursuant to Section 54954.2(a) of the Government Code of the State of California, this agenda was posted at least 72 hours in advance of the scheduled meeting at a public place freely accessible to the public 24 hours a day. nifer Me-rraiolo ity Clerk All staff reports or other written documentation relating to each item of business referred to on the agenda are on file in the Office of the City Clerk, located at 221 W. Pine Street, Lodi, and are available for public inspection. If requested, the agenda shall be made available in appropriate altemative formats to persons with a disability, as required by Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. Sec. 12132), and the federal rules and regulations adopted in implementation thereof. To make a request for disability -related modification or accommodation contact the City Clerk's Office as soon as possible and at least 72 hours prior to the meeting date. Language interpreter requests must be received at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting to help ensure availability. Contact Jennifer M. Ferraiolo at (209) 333-6702. Solicitudes de interpretation de idiomas deben ser recibidas por to menos con 72 horas de anticipation a la reunion para ayudar a asegurar la disponibilidad. Llame a Jennifer M. Ferraiolo (209) 333-6702. J:\C ITYC LRKW G EN DA\S H I RTS LV\S H RTS LV. DOC