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AGENDA TITLE: Turner Road - Lodi Lake Park Traffic Study, Continuation From March 6
Meeting
MEETING DATE: May 15, 1991
PREPARED BY: Public Works Director
RECOMMENDED ACTION: That the City Council amend the Traffic Resolution #87-163 to
approve the Turner Road speed zone survey from the west City
limits to Ham Lane and review the flashing beacon plan and cost
estimate and take the appropriate action.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: As requested by City Council at the March 6 meeting, Public
Works staff has performed a speed zone survey on Turner
Road at Lodi Lake Park and prepared a plan and cost
estimate for an overhead flashing beacon at the crosswalk
in front of Lodi Lake Park. The March 6 Council Communication text is attached as
additional information.
The 145' "No Parking" zone west of the park exit (for added visibility) was
installed as requested by Council at the March 6 meeting.
Attached as Exhibit A is the speed zone survey for Turner Road from the west City
limits to Ham Lane. Staff's recommendation is to reduce the existing speed limit
between Mills Avenue and Ham Lane from 40 mph to 35 mph. The reason for this speed
limit reduction is because the accident rate in this segment has nearly doubled from
2.30 to 4.10 ACC/MVM since the 1989 speed survey. This rise in accident rate is not
apparent to drivers and is therefore a valid reason to reduce the speed limit. The
narrative attached to the speed zone survey provides additional information
regarding this survey.
The plan for the overhead flashing beacon is attached as Exhibit B. The flashing
beacons would be mounted on a mast arm extending over Turner Road. Mounted on this
overhead mast arm will be one pedestrian crossing sign and one flashing beacon for
each direction of traffic. The easterly crosswalk will also be removed to
channelize pedestrians to the crosswalk with the flashing beacon. This is the
crosswalk that met flashing beacon warrants. The visibility of this crosswalk will
be improved by adding diagonal striping through the crosswalk. The westbound
post -mounted pedestrian sign and pavement legend will be relocated to the remaining
crosswalk. Visibility of the overhead flashing beacon at the proposed location
appeaes to be adequate; however, upon installation staff will determine if some tree
trimming will be necessary. The cost estimate for this installation is
approximately $5,000.
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THOMAS A. PETERSON ,
City Manager
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The future traffic signal at Turner Road and Mills Avenue, is planned for
installation under the railroad crossing improvement program. While funding is
available, the schedule will depend on the Southern Pacific railroad doing their
portion of the work. This signal will assist in providing gaps in traffic for
pedestrian activity across Turner Road at Lodi Lake.
In addition to the information requested by Council, staff has contacted the Parks
and Recreation Department to determine if a visibility screen can be added to the
500' of chain link fence along the beach area. The visibility of sun bathers in the
upper beach area is a distraction and could be related to accidents in the area,
especially rear -end accidents. The Parks Department has reviewed this suggestion
and agrees that a visibility screen is reasonable. However, the shallow footing of
the fence posts and the post thickness is not adequate to handle the additional wind
load created by full screening. The Parks Department will install some test
sections of alternating slats to see if something short of full screening will be
adequate in the hopes of avoiding replacing the entire fence. Council will be kept
abreast of this situation.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the approval of the Turner Road speed survey and
the flashing beacon installation. Upon approval, staff will expedite the speed
limit signing and flashing beacon installation as the beach area is scheduled to
open on Memorial Day weekend (May 2.5).
FUNDING: Flashing beacon - Transportation Development Act Fund - $5,000
Speed limit and pedestrian signing and pavement legends - Street
Maintenance Account
Jack L. Ronsko
Public Works Director
Prepared by Richard C. Prima Jr., Assistant City Engineer, and Rick S. Kiriu, Senior
Engineering Assistant
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Attachments
cc: Police Chief
Street Superintendent
Assistant City Engineer
Assistant Civil Engineer -Traffic
Parks and Recreation Director
Park Supervisor - Frank Pepper
Concerned Citizens
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SPEED ZONE REPORT - Turner Road, West City Limit to Ham Lane
° REFERENCE - Speed zone surveys are performed in the City of Lodi
following State of California Department of Transportation (Caltrans)
guidelines in accordance with Section 4802(b) of the California Vehicle
Code. These guidelines are outlined in Chapter 8 of the Caltrans
Traffic Manual.
° STUDY
Important factors to consider in determining the speed limit which is
most appropriate to facilitate the orderly movement of traffic and that
is reasonably safe are prevailing speeds, unexpected conditions to
drivers, and accident records.
Prevailing Speeds (85th Percentile Speeds) - Reasonable speed limits
conform to the actual behavior of t e majority of motorists, and by
measuring motorists' speeds, one will be able to select a speed limit
that is both reasonable and effective. Speed limits should normally be
established at the first five mile per hour increment below the 85th
percentile speed. However, in matching existing conditions with the
traffic safety needs of the community, engineering judgement may
indicate the need for a further reduction of five miles per hour.
The following prevailing speeds have been measured in the
segments shown:
SEGMENT
WESTBOUND EASTBOUND
West City Limit to Lower Sacramento
Road (North) 40 mph 38 mph
Lower Sacramento Road (North) to Ham
Lane 40 mph 40 mph
Unexpected Conditions
When roadside development results in traffic conflicts and unusual
conditions which are not readily apparent to drivers, speed limits below
the 85th percentile are warranted. The following factors were
considered: roadway design speed, safe stopping sight distance,
superelevation, shoulder conditions, profile condition, intersection
spacing and offsets, commercial driveway characteristics, and pedestrian
traffic in the roadway without sidewalks.
In reviewing the area from Mills Avenue to Loma Drive, some of
the south side does not have sidewalk and there is pedestrian
activity from Lodi Lake Park. This is not readily apparent to
drivers traveling eastbound.
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Roadside development in the area consists of the Lodi Lake Park
and the drive-in across the street. Due to the lack of a food
vendor in the park, there is a large number of pedestrians
crossing Turner Road.
There are a number of residential driveways and the lake
entrance and exit on Turner Road. Visibility from these
driveways is often reduced due to on -street parking. The
effects of the above are included in the recommendation to
reduce the speed limit.
Accidents
Accident records of the two most recent years should be considered when
determining speed zones. Accidents on segments of roadways are
classified by their accident rate. Accident rates are determined by the
number of accidents occurring within a segment of roadway and the
traffic volume within that segment. Accident rates are shown in
accidents per million vehicle miles (ACC/MVM).
The current accident rate of 4.10 ACC/MVM in the segment of
Turner Road from Lower Sacramento Road (north) to Ham Lane has
nearly doubled from the 2.30 ACC/MVM calculated in the 1989
speed zone survey. Traffic volumes in this segment have
increased from 13,700 to 16,300 vehicles per day and accidents
have increased from 17 to 36. The majority of these accidents
were rear -end collisions, which are speed -related.
The accident rate in the segment of Turner Road from Lower
Sacramento Road/Woodhaven Lane to Lower Sacramento Road (north)
has decreased from the 2.75 ACC/MVM calculated in the 1989 speed
zone survey to the current 1.85 ACC/MVM.
° RECOMMENDATION - Based solely on the 85th percentile speeds observed in
the field, the posted speed limit from the west City limit to Ham Lane
could be 40 mph. However, considering the described conditions not
readily apparent to the driver and the increased accident rate, it is
recommended to reduce the speed limit to 35 mph from Mills Avenue to Ham
Lane. The existing and recommended speed limits are shown below.
TURNER ROAD SEGMENT
West City Limit to Mills Avenue
Mills Avenue to Ham Lane
Jack L. Ronsko
Public Works Director
SPEEDZ02/TXTW.02M
EXISTING RECOMMENDED
40 mph 40 mph
40 mph 35 mph
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
AGENDA TITLE: Turner Road - Lodi Lake Park Traffic Study
MEETING CATE: March 6, 1991
PREPARED BY: Public Works Director
RECOMMENDED ACTION: That the City Council review the following study and take the
appropriate action.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The Public Works Department has received a number of
complaints over the last year concerning speeding and
pedestrian safety on Turner Road in the vicinity of Lodi
Lake. Parks Department staff has also complained about
difficulty exiting the park. Due to the number of complaints, staff has studied
this segment of Turner Road. The following contains recent actions and other
information concerning Turner Road at Lodi Lake.
In June of 1990, pedestrian crossing signs and pavement markings were installed
adjacent to the crosswalks in front of the park. Although the additional pedestrian
safety created by these signs is minimal, they were an immediate interim action
until a study could be completed. Because the park facilities that generate
pedestrian activity are in operation for such a short period of time during the
year, special considerations have to be made. The beach area is a major pedestrian
generator at the park. It opens on the Memorial Day weekend (end of May) and closes
on Labor Day (beginning of September). The daily hours of operation are noon to
6:00 p.m. The only other major pedestrian -generating events are the 4th of July
activities and the boat races held on the Sunday before the 4th of July. Pedestrian
activity across Turner Road at other times of the year is minimal. The Parks and
Recreation Director has informed us that we can expect increased pedestrian activity
to the drive-in on the south side of Turner Road due to the closing of the
concession stand in the park.
Existing Conditions
° Accident History
Available accident records indicate that 31 accidents occurred in this segment
from 1987 to the present (Exhibit A). One of these accidents involved a
pedestrian, although numerous "near misses" have been reported by the owner of the
drive-in on the south side of Turner Road. This pedestrian accident occurred on
September 2 of 1990. It involved a child almost 3 years old who emerged from
between parked cars approximately 270 feet west of Laurel Avenue and was struck by
a westbound vehicle. This accident did not occur at a crosswalk and was not
speed -related. Of the 31 total accidents occurring in this segment, 18 were
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THOMAS A. PETERSON-��
city Manager
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rear -end accidents. Nearly all occurred during daylight hours and 12 of the 18
accidents occurred during the period when the beach area was open. These
accidents are generally considered speed -related and are often caused by the
inattention of drivers. Distractions caused by the park and the curve in the
roadway could be contributing factors. Other accidents occurring in this segment
were left -turn and parking maneuvers. Only one accident was a right angle.
° Traffic 'Volumes/Speed Limits
Traffic counts taken in 1990 indicate that volumes in this area have increased by
approximately 20% since 1988. The current two-way volume is 16,300 vehicles per
day. Some of this increase may be due to the commercial development on West
Turner Road (Woodlake Plaza) and residential development in the Woodbridge area.
The existing speed limit of 40 mph was approved in January of 1989 based on an
engineering and traffic survey and is radar enforceable. The previous speed limit
was 35 mph.
° Pedestrian Activity
Pedestrian movement counts across Turner Road were performed while the beach .area
was open on Tuesday, July 24, and Saturday, July 28, of 1990. The survey was
performed between the hours of 11:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. The results of the survey
are shown below.
Tues Sat
Crosswalk Location 7/24 7/28
Lake Entrance 84 94
Lake Exit 77 182
Total Pedestrians 161 276
Alternatives
° Traffic Signal
To provide the maximum safety for pedestrians, a traffic signal across Turner Road
at Loma Drive was requested by some citizens. However, the cost of signal
installations are high (approximately $100,000) and there are a number of
locations that have a greater need. In addition, Caltrans traffic signal warrants
are not satisfied under the existing conditions and the volume split of 94%/6% is
inappropriate for four-way stops.
A request was also received for pedestrian activated crossing signals. Staff does
not recommend this type of installation due to the high cost and reduced benefit.
The cost of this type of installation would not be much less than a traffic signal.
CTURNER3/TXTW.02M (CO.COM) February 27, 1991
Turner Road
March 6, 1991
Page 3
° Speed Reduction
Recent legislation (effective January 1, 1990) amending the California Vehicle
Code (Section 22357.1) provides for the decrease of speed limits near children's
playgrounds. This section states that local authorities may, by ordinance or
resolution, set a prima facie speed limit of 25 miles per hour on any street,
other than a State highway, adjacent to any children's playground in a public
park, but only during the particular hours or days when children are expected to
use the facilities.
The State has not established any standards for signing this reduced speed limit.
Variable message signing could be used if the speed limit is not in effect
year-round. This type of signing is only visible when the speed limit is in
effect and would be controlled by a programmable time clock.
Another alternate would be to sign the street similar to a school zone - "25 mph
when children are present". This would require discretion and judgement on the
part of both the driver and enforcement personnel. The pedestrian activity is
spread out through the day, which differs from a school with specific opening and
closing times.
The Police Chief has expressed serious doubt as to the practicality of enforcing d
25 mph speed limit in this area. Based on this and experience on Turner Road and
other streets, staff feels a 25 mph limit would not be observed and would be
inappropriate.
° Flashing Beacon
A flashing yellow beacon emphasizing the pedestrian crossing signs could be used
at this location. Although not applicable here, the warrants for a flashing
beacon are satisfied under the "school area pedestrian safety" section of the
Caltrans Traffic Manual (Exhibit B). Cost estimates provided by the Utility
Department show that overhead installation will cost $2,500 to $3,500 and
post -mounted installation will cost approximately $6,000 due to the underground
work necessary. The beacon would be controlled by a time clock.
° Adult Crossing Guard
Caltrans warrants for an adult crossing guard at a school crossing are also
satisfied. However, due to hours required to provide adequate pedestrian
coverage, City staff does not consider this a viable alternative. Also, the
Caltrans Traffic Manual indicates that a flashing yellow beacon should not be used
if an adult crossing guard is provided.
CTURNER3/TXTW.02M (CO.COM) February 27, 1991
Turner Road
March 6, 1991
Page 4
° No Parking Zone
In order to provide adequate sight distance for drivers exiting the lake, 145 feet
of additional "No Parking" is needed on the north side of Turner Road west of the
lake exit (Exhibit C). This would remove space for parking approximately 6 to 7
cars. Vehicles have been observed parking in this area primarily during beach use
hours. Due to the curve in Turner Road, it is difficult for drivers exiting the
lake to see oncoming eastbound vehicles.
° Left Turn Lane
Due to the number of rear -end accidents in this segment, the effect of adding a
two-way left turn lane in front of the lake entrance has been studied. A two-way
left -turn lane would reduce rear -end accidents and the additional "No Parking"
needed to accommodate the additional lane would reduce congestion in the area
(Exhibit D), This would remove space for parking approximately 25 cars.
Recommendations
° Speed Limit
While it may seem desirable to reduce the speed limit to 25 mph in front of the
park, staff feels it would be an empty gesture and misleading to pedestrians since
it will not be observed by drivers and is impractical to enforce.
No Parking
Staff feels that extending the "No Parking" zone west of the lake exit is
necessary to provide adequate sight distance and should be installed regardless if
anything else is done.
Two -Way Left Turn
The installation of a two-way left -turn lane is recommended to reduce rear -end
accidents and improve visibility at the crosswalks and other driveways in the
area. However, the loss of on -street parking may encourage more parking in the
neighborhood south of the park. Also, some locations in this area have no
sidewalk. Council may wish to require the installation of sidewalk by the
property owners in these areas (Exhibit D).
° Flashing Beacon
Staff does not have enough data from other locations in Lodi to make a firm
recommendation on the effectiveness of flashing beacons. Since the cost is
relatively low, it would be reasonable to install one.
CTURNER3/TXTW.02M (CO.COM) February 27, 1991
Turner Road
March 6, 1991
Page 5
FUNDING: Curb Markings - Street Maintenance Account
Other Work - To be determined
�Jac L. Ronsko
` Publjic Works Director
Prepared by Richard C. Prima Jr., Assistant City Engineer, and
Rick Kiriu, Senior Engineering Technician
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Attachments
cc: City Attorney
Police Chief
Assistant City Engineer
Assistant Civil Engineer -Traffic
Parks and Recreation Director
Concerned Citizens
CTURNER3/TXT'W.02M (CO.COM) February 27, 1991
RESOLUTION NO. 91-94
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A RESOLUTION OF THE LODI CITY COUNCIL
AMENDING TRAFFIC RESOLUTION NO. 87-163 TO APPROVE THE SPEED
ZONE SURVEY FROM THE 6IEST CITY LIMITS TO HAM LANE,
REDUCING THE SPEED LIMIT BETWEEN MILLS AVENUE AND HAM LANE
AND APPROVING THE INSTALLATION OF AN OVERHEAD FLASHING BEACON
AT THE CROSSWALK IN FRONT OF LODI LAKE PARK, AND
APPROVING THE APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS THEREFOR.
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Lodi City Council does hereby approve
the Speed Zone Survey from the West City Limits to Ham Lane, attached
hereto as Exhibit A; and
RESOLVED, by the Lodi City Council that City of Lodi Traffic
Resolution No. 87-163, Section 7 - Speed Limits - is hereby amended to
reduce the existing speed limit between Mills Avenue and Ham Lane from
40 mph to 35 mph, as indicated in the Speed Zone Survey; and
RESOLVED, that the Lodi City Council hereby approves the
installation of an overhead flashing beacon at the crosswalk in front
of Lodi Lake Park, as shown on Exhibit B attached hereto; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Lodi City Council hereby approves
the appropriation of $5,000 for the estimated cost of the installation
of the flashing beacon, which funds are to be allocated from
Transportation Development Act (TDA) funds.
Dated: May 15, 1991
I hereby certify that Resolution No. 91-94 was passed and
adopted by the City Council of the City of Lodi in a regular
meeting held May 15, 1991 by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members - Pennino, Pinkerton, Sieglock
Snider and Hinchman (Mayor)
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
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W'1 ice M. Reimche
City Clerk
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° REFERENCE - Speed zone surveys are performed in the City of Lodi
following State of California Department of Transportation (Caltrans)
guidelines in accordance with Section 4802(b) of the California Vehicle
Code. These guidElines are outlined in Chapter 8 of the Caltrans
Traffic Manual.
° STUDY
Important factors to consider in determining the speed limit which is
most appropriate to facilitate the orderly movement of traffic and that
is reasonably safe are prevailing speeds, unexpected conditions to
drivers, and accident records.
Prevailing Speeds (85th Percentile Speeds) - Reasonable speed limits
conform to the actua behavior o the of motorists, and by
measuring motorists' speeds, one will be able to select a speed limit
that is both reasonable and effective. Speed limits should normally be
established at the first five mile per hour increment below the 85th
percentile speed. However, in maiching existing.conditions with the
traffic safety needs of the community, engineering judgement may
indicate the need for a further reduction of five miles per hour.
The following prevailing speeds have been measured in the
segments shown:
SEGMENT
West City Limit to•Lower Sacramento
Road (North)
Lower Sacramento Road (North) to Ham
Lane
Unexpected Conditions
WESTBOUND EASTBOUND
40 mph 38 mph
40 mph 40 mph
When roadside development results in traffic conflicts and unusual
conditions which are not readily apparent to drivers, speed limits below
the 85th percentile are warranted. The following factors were
considered: roadway design speed, safe stopping sight distance,
superelevation, shoulder conditions, profile condition, intersection
spacing and offsets, commercial driveway characteristics, and pedestrian
traffic in the roadway without sidewalks.
In reviewing the area from Mills Avenue to Loma Drive, some of
the south side does not have sidewalk and there is pedestrian
activity from Lodi Lake Park. This is not readily apparent to
drivers traveling eastbound.
SPEEDZ02/TXTW.02N. J
Roadside development in the area consists of the Lodi Lake Park
and the drive-in across the street. Due to the lack of a food
vendor in the park, there is a large number of pedestrians
crossing Turner Road.
There are a number of residential driveways and the lake
entrance and exit on Turner Road. Visibility from these
driveways is often reduced due to on -street parking. The
effects of the above are included in the recommendation to
reduce the speed limit.
Accidents
Accident records of the two most recent years should be considered when
determining speed zones. Accidents on segments of roadways are
classified by their accident rate. Accident rates are determined by the
number of accidents occurring within a segment of roadway and the
traffic volume within that segment. Accident rates are shown in
accidents per million vehicle miles (ACC/MVM).
The current accident rate of 4.10 ACC/MVM in the segment of
Turner Road from Lower Sacramento Road (north) to Ham Lane has
nearly doubled from the 2.30 ACC/MVM calculated in the 1989
speed zone survey. Traffic volumes in this segment have
increased from 13,700 to 16,300 vehicles per day and accidents
have increased from 17 to 36. The majority of these accidents
were rear -end collisions, which are speed -related.
1 The accident rate in the segment of Turner Road from Lower
1 Sacramento Road/Woodhaven Lane to Lower Sacramento Road (north)
has decreased from the 2.75 ACC/MVM calculated in the 1989 speed
zone survey to the current 1.85 ACC/MVM.
° RECOMMENDATION - Based solely on the 85th percentile speeds observed in
the field, the posted speed limit from the west City limit to Ham Lane
could be 40 mph. However, considering the described conditions not
readily apparent to the driver and the increased accident rate, it is
recommended to reduce the speed limit to 35 mph from Mills Avenue to Ham
Lane. The existing and recommended speed limits are shown below.
TURNER ROAD SEGMENT EXISTING RECOMMENDED
West City Limit to Mills Avenue 40 mph 40 mph
Mills Avenue to Ham Lane 40 mph 35 mph
Jack L. Ronsko
Public Works Director
SPEEDZ02/TXTW.02M
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CITY OF LODI
SPECIAL ALLOCATION REQUEST
T0: Finance Director DATE: May 15, 1991
FROM: City Clerk PROJECT NUMBER: ! o?�4,0 -bbl •Ut-��°
Request is made for funds to accomplish the following project which was not included in
the current budget:
Description of Project Estimated Cost
Funding for installation of flashing beacon to be installed in area of
Turner Road and Lodi Lam Park
Funding source - Transporation Development Act Fund - $5,000
(If you need more space, use additional sheet and attach to this form)
Date of Approval - 5/15/91 Amount Approved - $5,000.00
Council XXXXX City Manager
FUND OR ACCOUNT TO BE CHARGED
Current Budget $ Prior Year Reserve $
Contingent Fund $ Cjnera' Fund Surplus $
Capital Outlay Reserve $ Reimbursable Account $
T,*A,v%&4J477iv 0XV. P'
Utility Outlay Reserve $ Other -K-f theft) $ ;-!A 000
Hotel/Motel Tax Reserve -
General Fund Operating Reserve
Account Number
o rt. o An�anceirector Alice M. ReimchV,
City Clerk
Submit this form in duplicate to the Finance Director. Distribution after approval will
be as follows: 1) Originating Department 2) Finance Department
CIT) COUNCIL
DAVID M HINCHMAN, ntavor
JAMES W PINKERTON it
Mayor Pro Tempore
PHILLIP A PENNINO
)ACK A SIECLOCK
JOHN R. (Randy) SNIDER
CITY OF LODI
CITY HALL, 221 WEST PINE STREET
P.O. BOX 3006
LODI- CALIFORNIA 95241-1910
(209)334-5634
FAJ((109)333.6795
May 9, 1991
SUBJECT: Turner Road - Lodi Lake Park Traffic Study
THOMAS A PETERSON
City Alanager
ALICE M REIMCHE
City Clerk
BOB McNATT
City Attorney
Enclosed is a copy of background information on an item that will be discussed at the City Council
meeting on Wednesday, May 15, 1991, at 7:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in the City Council
Chamber, Carnegie Forum, 305 West Pine Street. You are welcome to attend.
If you wish to communicate with the City Council, please contact Alice Reimche, City Clerk, at
1209) 333-6702.
If you have any questions about the item, please call Richard Prima or me at (209) 333-6706.
CualkL. Ronsko
c Works Director
JLR/mt
Enclosure
cc: City Clerk