CC 2014-08-12_08.k. Reso - Truck Parking RestrictionsMEMORANDUM
TO: CITY COUNCIL
FROM:
BY:
TERESA McCLISH, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
JIM GARING, INTERIM CITY ENGINEER
SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF TRUCK PARKING RESTRICTIONS ALONG
BELL STREET, FAEH AVENUE TO BENNETT AVENUE AND ON
BENNETT AVENUE, BELL STREET TO EL CAMINO REAL
DATE: AUGUST 12, 2014
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution creating a "No Truck
Parking" zone on both sides of Bell Street from Faeh Avenue to Bennett Avenue and on
Bennett Avenue from Bell Street to El Camino Real; and removal of parking restrictions
on the south side of El Camino Real between Faeh Avenue and Bennett Avenue.
IMPACT ON FINANCIAL AND PERSONNEL RESOURCES:
The estimated cost to install four sign assemblies is $600.00, which will be paid from the
FY 2014/15 Streets Division Budget.
BACKGROUND:
Extensive hearings were conducted before the Traffic Commission in late 2001 through
mid June, 2002 regarding problem truck parking on El Camino Real in the vicinity of
Econo Lodge (now Aloha Inn), 611 El Camino Real and Arroyo Village Inn Bed and
Breakfast (now Abella Garden Inn Bed and Breakfast), 407 El Camino Real. The
owners of these businesses objected to existing truck parking on El Camino Real, citing
noise, trash, blocking of signage and sight distance. Local trucking companies cited the
need for truck parking generally in Arroyo Grande. Existing parking restrictions in the
neighborhood are shown on Attachment 1.
Since late 2013, a number of complaints have been received from Mr. Dave Aguallo,
323 Bell Street, regarding truck noise starting in the very early morning hours. At
present, trucks are allowed to park directly across from the Aguallo residence on Bell
Street in front of the existing hotel.
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CITY COUNCIL
CONSIDERATION OF TRUCK PARKING RESTRICTIONS ALONG BELL STREET,
FAEH AVENUE TO BENNETT AVENUE AND ON BENNETT AVENUE, BELL STREET
TO EL CAMINO REAL
AUGUST 12, 2014
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ANALYSIS OF ISSUES:
At present, the southerly side of El Camino Real adjacent to Aloha Inn and Abella
Garden Inn is signed "No Parking 6 PM -6 AM", the result of the 2001 -2002 hearing
process (Attachment 2). The northerly side is used for park and ride parking.
At present, the Municipal Code prohibits truck parking in any residential area of the City
or areas signed to prohibit such parking. Existing zoning in the area of Mr. Aguallo's
residence designates the block on the west side of Bell Street as Single Family, but the
block on the east side containing Aloha Inn as Highway Mixed Use.
The current owner of the Aloha Inn does not object to restricting truck parking on Bell
Street adjacent to his business if the trucks can park in an alternate location. He also
does not object to truck parking being allowed in front of the hotel on El Camino Real.
At their July 14th meeting, the Traffic Commission recommended the creation of a "No
Truck Parking" zone on both sides,of Bell Street from Faeh Avenue to Bennett Avenue
and on Bennett Avenue from Bell Street to El Camino Real (Attachment 4) as well as
removal of restrictions on El Camino Real between Faeh Avenue and Bennett Avenue.
ALTERNATIVES:
The following alternatives are provided for the Commission's consideration:
-Approve Traffic Commission's recommendation;
-Change the area restricted;
Maintain current unrestricted truck parking on Bell Street; or
Provide other direction to staff.
ADVANTAGES:
The recommended truck parking restrictions will alleviate complaints from residents
related to that condition and .provide a more appropriate location for truck parking.
DISADVANTAGES:
The recommended change will require some level of enforcement. Some truck parking
will be lost. In addition, there may be other complaints regarding truck parking on El
Camino Real.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
The project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301(c).
PUBLIC NOTIFICATION AND COMMENTS:
The agenda was posted in front of City Hall on Thursday, August 7, 2014. The agenda
and report were posted on the City's website on Friday, August 8, 2014. No_ public
comments were received.
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CITY COUNCIL
CONSIDERATION OF TRUCK PARKING RESTRICTIONS ALONG BELL STREET,
FAEH AVENUE TO BENNETT AVENUE AND ON BENNETT AVENUE, BELL STREET
TO EL CAMINO REA~
AUGUST 12, 2014
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Attachments
1. Existing parking restrictions
2. Municipal Code Section 10.16.090
3. Proposed parking restrictions
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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ARROYO GRANDE ESTABLISHING A "NO TRUCK
PARKING" ZONE ON CERTAIN AREAS OF BELL AND
BENNETT STREETS
WHEREAS, it is necessary and desirable to prohibit truck parking on a portion of Bell
and Bennett Streets, as specifically described below.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Arroyo
Grande hereby approves a "No Truck Parking" zone on both sides of Bell Street from
Faeh Avenue to Bennett Avenue and on Bennett Avenue from Bell Street to El Camino
Real and hereby removes parking restrictions on the south side of El Camino Real
between Faeh Avenue and Bennett Avenue.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Chief of Police of the City of Arroyo Grande is
hereby authorized and directed to provide and install sufficient signs and/or markings to
indicate said no truck parking zone.
On motion of Council Member
following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
, seconded by Council Member
The foregoing Resolution was adopted this ___ day of August, 2014.
and on the
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RESOLUTION NO.
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TONY FERRARA, MAYOR
ATTEST:
KELLY WETMORE, CITY CLERK
APROVED AS TO CONTENT:
STEVEN ADAMS, CITY MANAGER
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
TIMOTHY J. CARMEL, CITY ATTORNEY
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EXISTING PARKING RESTRICTIONS
LEGEND
•-NO PARKING 6PM-6AM (7 PLACES)
-4 HR PARKING 8AM -5PM M-F (6 PLACES)
•-NO TRUCK PARKING (2 PLACES)
•-NO TRUCKS (EACH END OF STREET)
·-NO RESTRICTIONS 7-14 -2014
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10.16.090 ·Parking trucks in public rights-of-way in residential areas. Ji~"
It 1s unlawful to park or cause t9 be parked, within a public right-of-way 1n any residential area
of the city, or in any area specifically designated by resolution of the council in accordance with
Section 10.16 050, any commercial vehicle, as defined by California Vehicle Code Section 260(a) and
which has a gross weight equal to or in excess of ten thousand (10.000) pounds or any commercial
trailer or semi trailer, as defined by California Vehicle Section 260(a) with an overall length of twenty
(20) feet or more.
ATTACHMENT 2
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PROPOSED PARKING RESTRICTIONS
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LEGEND
•-NO PARKING 6PM-6AM (7 PLACES)
-4 HR PARKING 8AM-5PM M-F (6 PLACES)
•-NO TRUCK PARKING (2 PLACES)
• -NO TRUCKS (EACH END OF STREET)
·-NO RESTRICTIONS 7-14-2014
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