Public Works Director / City Engineer Jamie Lai provided a brief staff report on the item and said the Local Road Safety Plan (LRSP) was fully funded by a grant received from CalTrans a few years ago and said the LRSP is a prerequisite for any future highway safety improvement grants from the State or Federal government. Director Lai invited Ruta Jariwala, Principal of TJKM to provide a PowerPoint overview of what a Local Road Safety Plan is, its overarching goals and the results of their study for Yorba Linda. She discussed the community engagement for the LRSP, input received as well as key stakeholders involved, collision analysis findings and high-injury intersections and improvements. Ms. Jariwala said seven safety projects were identified, including improvements at signalized intersections, spot location improvements at signalized improvements, systemic and spot improvements at unsignalized intersections and systemic improvements at roadway segments. She concluded with an implementation and next steps overview.
Anthony Johnson, Traffic Commissioner, urged Council to approve the staff recommendation and adopt the plan.
Richard de Bruijn, resident, conveyed his approval for the plan which he believes was well thought out and well done. He expressed concerns with the ingress and egress into Savi Ranch as well as the speed along Bastanchury Road and the already funded improvements for that area.
A lengthy conversation ensued among the Council regarding grants and eligibility, the level of community involvement, and the prioritization of projects.