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• Minutes - City of San Leandro City Council and Page - 15 - Redevelopment Agency Meeting - November 18, 1996 Mr. Lundstrom noted that there is less of an issue at stop signs, as the response vehicles do not necessarily need to stop. Mayor Corbett asked for clarification regarding removal of speeding devices on Estudillo Avenue. Engineering and Transportation Director Bill Algire noted that in 1995 they were reviewing speeding issues on the four residential streets but not on Sybil and Estudillo Avenues. He provided a chronological history of the devices placed in the area. Mayor Corbett requested clarification on the types of devices available and successfully used. Council Member Galvan said he is extremely sympathetic to the residents on Estudillo Avenue. He asked if delaying signals could occur, and any other suggestions to assist the residents on Estudillo Avenue. Mr. Algire responded that a gap in traffic would occur as a result. He said this issue has been worked on for a long period of time. He said the City has retained Mr. Gary Kruger to provide continuity on the issue. Mayor Corbett asked for an estimate of the staff time utilized on the program and the survey. He said staff has worked on the issue over the past seven years; this project has exceeded all others in terms of staff allocation. He said the issue remaining is a safety issue; retention of the traffic circles must be addressed. He said 2 -3 people, working approximately 40 hours each, were used for the survey portion. Gary Kruger, TJKM, said he has reviewed three phasing plans for left turns on Estudillo Avenue. He said he would need to study the volume of traffic to determine the success of this idea. Council Member Galvan said he would like staff to pursue this research. Council concurred. Vice Mayor Polvorosa asked about stop signs as a possibility; staff responded that they had not been looked into. Mr. Algire noted that the additional speed humps will reduce speeds; he would not recommend stop signs until staff has studied the result of the additional speed humps. Council Member Glaze noted the past process and use of stop signs. He said people have stated that they want speed control - they want to slow traffic. He said we need to look at various combinations. He said circles may be hazardous for some streets. He said there is concern over placing humps everywhere. Traffic enforcement needs to be included. Council Member Loeffler noted that the City Council is hearing frustration from the community - especially residents on Estudillo Avenue. He said many of the drivers are not residents. He asked that staff return with some recommendations. Mayor Corbett clarified the process for the evening. Council Member Young requested an update after the humps have been installed on the four streets, and then continue to address the speeding issue on Estudillo Avenue.