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HomeMy WebLinkAbout4-22-2009 PSAC REPORTCITY OF LAKE ELSINORE PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION MIKE NORKIN, CHAIRMAN DR. SHAWN BHUTTA, VICE - CHAIRMAN NICOLE DAILEY, COMMISSIONER AL LYONS, COMMISSIONER DENNIS "JAY" STEWART, COMMISSIONER ROBERT BRADY, CITY MANAGER REGULAR MEETING AGENDA APRIL 22, 2009 6:00 PM WWW.LAKE- ELSINORE.ORG (951) 674 -3124 PHONE (951) 674 -2392 FAX LAKE ELSINORE CULTURAL CENTER 183 NORTH MAIN STREET LAKE ELSINORE, CA 92530 The City of Lake Elsinore appreciates your attendance. Public participation provides the Commission with valuable information regarding issues of the community. Regular meetings are held on the 2nd Wednesday of every month. If you are attending this Public Safety Advisory Commission Meeting, please park in the Parking Lot across the street from the Cultural Center. This will assist us in limiting the impact of meetings on the Downtown Business District. Thank you for your cooperation. The agenda is posted 72 hours prior to each meeting outside of City Hall and is available at each meeting. The agenda and related reports are also available at the City Clerk's Office on the Friday prior to the Commission meeting and are available on the City's web site at www.lake- elsinore.org. Any writings distributed within 72 hours of the meeting will be made available to the public at the time it is distributed to the Public Safety Advisory Commission. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person with a disability who requires a modification or accommodation in order to participate in a meeting should contact the City Clerk's Office at (951) 674 -3124, ext. 261 at least 48 hours before the meeting to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility. CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL PUBLIC COMMENTS (Any person wishing to address the Public Safety Advisory Commission on any matter must complete a request form prior to commencement of the meeting. Comments limited to 3 minutes.) CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS (All matters on the Consent Calendar are approved in one motion, unless a Commissioner or any member of the public requests separate action on a specific action.) 1. Minutes of the March 11; 2009 Regular Public Safety Advisory Commission Recommendation: Approve PSAC minutes of March 11, 2009 BUSINESS ITEMS 2. Proposed Da ime Curfew Regulation Recommendation: That the Commission advise the City Attorney's office of any favored additional components to the City existing daytime curfew ordinance and, if applicable, direct the City Attorney to prepare a definitive amendment for consideration at the next Commission meeting. 3. Palomar Road Recommendations regarding Traffic Safety Analysis Recommendation: Receive and file. 4. Lake Elsinore Citizen's Committee Outreach Meeting Recap and Evaluation Recommendation: Discuss meeting follow -ups and recommendations for our next outreach meeting. PUBLIC SAFETY SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS CITY STAFF COMMENTS PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS PUBLIC COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT The Lake Elsinore Public Safety Advisory Commission will adjourn to a regular meeting to be held on Wednesday, May 13, 2009, at 6:00 p.m., at the Cultural Center located at 183 N. Main Street, Lake Elsinore, CA, 92530. AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING I, DEBORA THOMSEN, City Clerk of the City of Lake Elsinore, do hereby affirm that a copy of the foregoing agenda was posted at City Hall, 72 hours in advance of this meeting. / /ss // DEBORA THOMSEN CITY CLERK DATE MINUTES PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE 183 NORTH MAIN STREET LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11, 2009 CALL TO ORDER — 6:00 P.M. Chairman Norkin called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Vice - Chairman Bhutta. aril i r_ei i PRESENT: CHAIRMAN NORKIN VICE -CHAIR BHUTTA COMMISSIONER DAILEY COMMISSIONER LYONS COMMISSIONER STEWART ABSENT: NONE Also present were: Information /Communications Manager Dennis, Assistant City Attorney Mann, Sergeant Chavez, Public Works Manager Payne, Traffic Engineer Basubas and Administrative Assistant Paltza. PUBLIC COMMENTS None COMMISSION APPROVES CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM(S) 1. Minutes Minutes from the Regular Public Safety Advisory Meeting of January 14, 2009. Recommendation: Approve 1 It was motioned by Commissioner Stewart, and second by Commissioner Dailey to approve the February 11, 2009 Public Safety Advisory Meetings Minutes. The following vote resulted: AYES: CHAIRMAN NORKIN VICE CHAIRMAN BHUTTA COMMISSIONER DAILEY COMMISSIONER LYONS COMMISSIONER STEWART NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE BUSINESS ITEMS 2. Palomar Road. Neighborhood Concerns and Traffic Safety Analysis Recommendation: Presentation and discussion about traffic safety analysis and options. Information /Communications Manager Dennis introduced City's Traffic Engineer Basubas who would provide the Commission with a presentation regarding the issues along Palomar Road. Traffic Engineer Basubas presented his report to the Commission and indicated that the City hired a consultant to conduct a traffic study in relation to the speeding along Palomar Road. He stated based on report, the consultants recommendations are to install a two -way left turn lane, post a sign reducing the speed limit to 35 mph/ 25 mph when children are present and post a playground sign once the playground has been completed. He noted it has also been requested that the Police Department conduct a random check in the area, increase enforcement, and randomly install speed radar. He stated he received an e-mail from Lake Elsinore resident John Treese which was provided to the Commission for their review. Lastly, he provided to the Commission the staff recommendations which would be conducted in stages. They are as follows: Number 1 Implement traffic study recommendation with continued police presence /enforcement which could be supplemented with radar speed signs. Number 2 Install new striping to include a two -way left turn lane, on- street (parallel) parking along the park frontage, and on the south side of Palomar Street. 2 Install 35mph speed limit (25 mph when children are present). Continue police patrol /enforcement. Number 3 Install new striping to include angled on- street parking along the park frontage and "parallel parking" on the south side of Palomar Street. Install 35 mph (25 mph when children are present) speed limit. Continue police patrol /enforcement. Number 4 Phase 2 or 3 with a minor traffic island /circle at a selected intersection. Chairman Norkin requested John Treese to approach the podium. John Treese, resident of Lake Elsinore stated the purpose of the discussion was to alert the issues along Palomar to the Public Safety Advisory Commission's attention. He indicated that he liked some of the ideas that staff and the traffic consultant had expressed and indicated that he would work with the neighbors to figure out the best solution. He stated the best suggestion was the use of flashing solar lights which would draw attention to the 25 mph speed limit. He stated most of the speeders do not live in the neighborhood and the neighbors are trying ways to slow the speeders down. He spoke of the suggestion regarding speed humps, which Traffic Engineer Basubas did not recommend due to the potential increase in time police and other emergency vehicles may have. However Mr. Treese indicated that there is enough space for the emergency vehicles to use the center of the street, avoiding the speed humps. Chairman Norkin requested staff to address the length of Palomar and where the stops are located on the street. Information /Communications Manager Dennis indicated that Palomar in about Y2 a mile to the transition of Sky Lark without any stops or breaks. Vice - Chairman Bhutta asked the name of the traffic engineer who conducted the traffic study for the City. Traffic Engineer Basubas replied that Albert Grover and Associates conducted the speed survey which was conducted during a construction period. John Treese indicated that the consultants were conducting their study in mid day and not during peak hours. Traffic Engineer Basubas replied that speed surveys normally are not conducted during the peak times of hour day. Vice - Chairman Bhutta asked staff if they feel that they received a true analysis. Traffic Engineer Basubas replied "Yes." 3 Assistant City Attorney Mann asked Traffic Engineer Basubas what the average speed was on Palomar? Traffic Engineer Basubas replied "38 mph." Assistant City Attorney Mann indicated that the speed limit should equate to what the average person sees as safe travel. He noted during the day the average person perceives safe travel on Palomar at almost 40 mph, mostly because it is a wide road with no traffic. He indicated that if the street was to be posted at 25 mph, it could be argued that it would be a speed trap. He asked Traffic Engineer Basubas how they handle cut - through traffic. Traffic Engineer Basubas replied that it is treated like speeding. He stated code enforcement and additional signage could provide assistance with mitigation. Vice - Chairman Bhutta asked Sergeant Chavez if the City makes any money from the citations that are issued. Sergeant Chavez introduced Officer John Kaiser who is responsible for the traffic division for the Lake Elsinore Police Department and would provide the Commission with statistics. Officer Kaiser of the Lake Elsinore Police Department indicated that the money goes to the County and sometimes goes to certain jurisdiction where the citation came from. He pointed out that the percentage is small and the primary goal is safety. Vice - Chairman Bhutta stated what is most important is the safety of the citizens which continues as an on -going problem. He noted that Mr. Treese addressed the issue back in 2007 and the issue has not been resolved. Traffic Engineer Basubas suggested proceeding with phase one of the recommendations and if number one isn't effective, then proceed with number two. Vice - Chairman Bhutta requested the number of the traffic consultant. Traffic Engineer Basubas responded by saying he would provide Vice Chairman Bhutta with the number of the consultant. Commissioner Dailey asked staff if it would be necessary to conduct another survey. Traffic Engineer Basubas replied based on the speed study, it is recommended the speed limit be posted at 35 mph unless children are present. He indicated that once phase two's recommendations have been installed, if 35 mph is questionable, then it may be possible to have them conduct another study. Commissioner Dailey asked about the City's budget and whether the City has enough funds to consider the options and is there any on -going development in the area. M Traffic Engineer Basubas responded that there currently isn't any development in the area and staff has not had a chance to review the budget for the improvements. Public Works Manager Payne informed the Commission that the budget is currently going through the mid -year review and recommended that it could be added to the City's Capital Improvement Project's budget for consideration from City Council. Commissioner Dailey asked if the City would consider having plastic bollards placed along the curve of the street to avoid cars from crossing over the lanes. She indicated that this would be a way of cutting costs. Traffic Engineer Basubas responded that they are only about $10 a piece however, unfortunately sometime cars try to purposely try to hit the bollards. Commissioner Lyons concurred with the residents in the area. He indicated that a family member lives in the Reflections neighborhood and although there are numerous dips, it doesn't slow down the vehicles. He expressed that action needs to be taken before someone gets hurt. Chairman Norkin informed the audience that when this item was first being prepared for discussion, he requested the Sheriff's Department to provide the Commission with statistics on how many citations were issued. He noted that in 2008 many citations issued, however, the last time a citation was issued in this area was over five (5) months ago. Officer Kaiser responded to Chairman Norkin's comments by indicating that the Police Department has different reporting information systems. He expressed January through October 2008 there was over 78 citation issued and 95% were issued for speeding or a stop sign violation at Sky Lark. He advised the Commission that there currently is a motorized officer working on Palomar and the department is trying to resolve the issues. He pointed out to the Commission that the survey is valid for five years. Chairman Norkin asked Officer Kaiser who decides which area needs to be mostly enforced? Officer Kaiser replied that with the issue being presented at this meeting, officers have made it a priority to patrol the area in discussion and get data to determine how much flow is going through the area. He indicated that the department tries to be pro- active and go into certain areas that have issues such as speeding. Chairman Norkin asked staff, once the survey expires, would another survey be automatically preformed. He also asked if the speed limits proved to be higher, would it be mandatory that the most recent surveyed speed limit be posted. 5 Assistant City Attorney Mann responded that he only knows that a person would not get a conviction on a speeding ticket if you do not have a survey. He stated that he is unsure if it is illegal for a City not to act on a survey. Traffic Engineer Basubas noted that the speeding survey is good for five years. However he stated it does mean that the City cannot have it re- surveyed again in one or two years if requested. Mr. Leonard Spickle asked if the zoning of the street was considered residential could the speed limit be kept at 25 mph. Traffic Engineer Basubas noted the reason that it stated 25 mph was because of the construction taking place. He noted that community support is essential. John Treese indicated that there is a problem and we need to move forward. Chairman Norkin suggested having the item brought back for further discussion within 30 to 60 days. Vice - Chairman Bhutta suggested having the item brought back sooner than 30 days. Chairman Norkin pointed out that Mr. Treese would need time to get together with his neighbors to see what they have to say. John Treese noted that he would be willing meet with the neighbors and try to come up with a plan, however, he doesn't want to rush on the issue. Information /Communications Manager Dennis suggested having staff meet with Mr. Treese to provide ideas and generate options on what is really practical. A motion was made by Vice - Chairman Bhutta and seconded by Commissioner Dailey to direct staff to meet with residential representative Mr. Treese and others to develop recommendations regarding Palomar Avenue and bring back to the Public Safety Advisory Commission meeting of April 8, 2009 for further discussion. The following vote resulted AYES: CHAIRMAN NORKIN VICE CHAIRMAN BHUTTA COMMISSIONER DAILEY COMMISSIONER LYONS COMMISSIONER STEWART NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE 0 3. Reschedule March 24th Joint Council Study Session with the City Council Recommendation: Discuss an alternate date for rescheduling the proposed March 24, 2009 Joint Study Session with City Council. Information /Communications Manager Dennis advised the Commission that due publication for the new applicants for potential new Public Safety Advisory Commissioners, it is recommended to reschedule the meeting to the first meeting in July 2009 or to take the item off calendar. A motion was made by Commissioner Dailey, and seconded by Commissioner Lyons to reschedule the Joint Council Study Session with City Council off calendar. The following vote resulted: AYES: CHAIRMAN NORKIN VICE CHAIRMAN BHUTTA COMMISSIONER DAILEY COMMISSIONER LYONS COMMISSIONER STEWART NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE 4. Canyon Hills Outreach Meeting Recap and Evaluation Recommendation: Discuss February 24th outreach presentation, community feedback and requested follow -ups. Information /Communications Manager Dennis provided an analysis to the Commission regarding Canyon Hills Outreach meeting. Chairman Norkin spoke of the issues that were discussed during the meeting to include off road and recreational vehicles and traffic. He also spoke of issues with children leaving Cottonwood Elementary and Canyon Lake Middle School after school and congregating at the shopping center located at Canyon Hills Road. He requested Assistant City Attorney Mann to address the issues. Assistant City Attorney Mann suggested having the property owner post a sign prohibiting children under age to be at the center without adult supervision. Traffic Engineer Basubas indicated that there is a sign at the Jack -in- the -Box at the center that prohibits under age children not enter the building without adult supervision. 7 Assistant City Attorney Mann advised the Commission that he would look into the situation and provide a recommendation at the next meeting. Sergeant Chavez indicated the City of Lake Elsinore does not have a daytime curfew ordinance. He noted that this would be one of the tools used during the day. He pointed out that if the businesses are having issues, they need to contact the Police Department. Commissioner Dailey stated the first meeting went very well and wanted to make sure that the Commission follows up on the issues that were addressed at the meeting. A motion was made by Chairman Norkin and seconded by Commissioner Dailey to receive and file the Canyon Hills Outreach Meeting Recap and Evaluation and to schedule discussion regarding curfew for April 8, 2009. The following vote resulted: AYES: CHAIRMAN NORKIN VICE CHAIRMAN BHUTTA COMMISSIONER DAILEY COMMISSIONER LYONS COMMISSIONER STEWART NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE PUBLIC SAFETY SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS • Commissioner Dailey provided an update regarding the Citizen's Corp Meeting. She indicated the meeting went very well and had a large turn -out. She noted that there have been approximately 80 volunteers for CERT training so far and stated that the City is aiming for 100 volunteers. CITY STAFF COMMENTS Information /Communications Manager Dennis commented on the following: • He provided information regarding the Graffiti Task Force and noted that a Hotline number has been established for any incidents. He stated the number is (951) 674 -2701, which would direct the person calling to a recording where they would be instructed to leave the location information and a call back number. He noted that the Sheriff's Department from Orange County would be providing a demonstration on March 12t" 14 • He thanked the community for providing the City staff with their concerns and thanked the City of Lake Elsinore's Police Department for attending the meeting. Public Works Manager Payne commented on the following: • He spoke of the great success for the third Citizen's Corp meeting. Sergeant Chavez with the Lake Elsinore Police Department commented on the following • He advised the public that if they have any issues to contact either him via e-mail or by phone for any non - emergency issues. He would then direct his staff to assist with the matter. Traffic Engineer Basubas commented on the following: • He spoke of a new road improvement project along Dexter Avenue. He indicated the project would commence in late April 2009. PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSIONERS'S COMMENTS Vice Chairman Bhutta commented on the following: • He thanked North County Times on all of the coverage they have been providing to the public regarding the City. Commissioner Stewart commented on the following: • No comments. Commissioner Dailey commented on the following_ • She spoke of the drag boat races on the City's lake from March 21 through March 22 and encourages everyone to participate. Commissioner Lyons noted that some of the boats would be racing in the lake's inlet channel at speeds over 200 mph. He stated that it should be very exciting to see. • She thanked the Police Department for all the information they provided at the meeting. Commissioner Lyons commented on the following: • He spoke of the traffic and speeding near Lake and Lakeshore Drive. He noted the average speed coming off Lake Street onto Mountain was 63 mph and the highest speed was over 90 mph. He expressed his concerns with the safety of the children in the area and suggested that this issue be looked into. He thanked the audience and City staff for their attendance. 0 Chairman Norkin commented on the following: • He advised the public if they have any issues regarding safety in the City, they can contact the Public Safety Advisory Commission which would be considered discussion. PUBLIC COMMENTS None ADJOURNMENT It was the consensus of the Commission to adjourn to a regular meeting on April 8, 2009, at 6:00 p.m. in the Cultural Center located at 183 North Main Street, Lake Elsinore, California, CA, 92530. Chairman Norkin adjourned the meeting at 7:45 p.m. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED: DANA C. PORCHE OFFICE SPECIALIST MIKE NORKIN, CHAIRMAN PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION 10 C I T O F ^�x LADE LSIA0RE DREAM EXTREME. REPORT TO PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION TO: CHAIRMAN AND BOARDMEMBERS FROM: MARK DENNIS INFORMATION /COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER DATE: APRIL 22, 2009 SUBJECT: DAYTIME CURFEW REGULATION Back -ground At the March 11, 2009 PSAC meeting, Chairman Norkin stated his concern about minor congregating at businesses following school hours. Sergeant Chavez indicated that the City of Perris had some success in regulating juvenile loitering on private property by way of daytime curfew restrictions. The Commission requested that the City Attorney's office review any applicable provisions of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code and also survey other cities, including Perris, for regulations pertaining to youth curfews, loitering and truancy. Copies of Lake Elsinore's curfew ordinance along with the cities of Perris, Moreno Valley and Temecula are attached. Discussion Chapter 9.76 of the LEMC imposes curfew restrictions on minors — both at night (10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.) and during school days. The daytime curfew provisions provides that it is "unlawful for any minor under the age of 18, who is subject to compulsory education ... to be present upon the public street, ... playgrounds, ... places of amusement and eating places ... during the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., or such hours as designated by the respective school district, on days when school is in session." (LEMC 9.76.020.8.) This ordinance was adopted in 1999 and copy is attached for your review. The City of Perris's ordinance is substantially similar in scope to our existing ordinance with a restriction set from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or "other hours as designated by the respective school district ...." Moreno Valley and Temecula set different times on the curfew. Temecula's is from 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Moreno Valley's ordinance, adopted in 2006, provides that the curfew hours are when the minor's school is "in session." Like Moreno Valley and Temecula, Daytime Curfew Regulation April 22, 2009 Page 2 the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code also prohibits adults from permitting a minor to be in violation of the curfew. According to a survey conducted by the City of Carpenteria in 2008, 28 California cities have adopted a daytime curfew. However, litigants have had some success in challenging these laws. In reviewing juvenile curfew ordinances, the Ninth Circuit has applied the "strict scrutiny" standard to determine whether the ordinance has been narrowly tailored to promote a compelling interest. (See e.g., Nunez vs. City of San Diego, 114 F.3d 935, 945 -47 (9t" Cir. 1997). This is by far the most difficult standard for a city to meet when regulating conduct. While this can be a difficult standard to meet, the courts have recognized that the government interests in protecting minors are compelling and different from its interests in protecting adults. Given local governments' compelling interest in the health, safety and welfare of minors, a curfew ordinance will be upheld if it is a reasonable time, place and manner restriction. (See e.g., Vo v. City of Garden Grove (2004) 115 Cal. AppAth 425, 432 [upholding a daytime curfew as a reasonable restriction of First Amendment activities because it was content neutral, narrowly tailored to serve a significant governmental interest and provided ample alternative channels for communication].) The California courts have ruled that carefully crafted daytime curfews are a valid exercise of a city's police powers. For example, the City of Monrovia's daytime curfew ordinance was challenged on the basis that it conflicted with state truancy law. (Harrahill v. City of Monrovia (2002) 104 Cal. App. 4th 761, review denied.) The Court of Appeal upheld Monrovia's ordinance, finding that the community is entitled to recognize the risks, including juvenile crime and victimization that are associated with minors the city assumes are being supervised in school, but in fact are not. (Id.) The court also found that Monrovia had a "strong and legitimate interest in the welfare of its young citizens, whose immaturity, inexperience and lack of judgment may sometimes impair their ability to exercise their rights wisely." (Id., citing Hodgson v. Minnesota (1990) 497 U.S. 417, 444.) So, while it is clear that the City can legally impose a daytime curfew on minors, its powers are not unlimited. To the extent that the Commission has suggestions for improving the existing City ordinance, those suggestions may be incorporated into an amendment to Chapter 9.76. Recommendation 1. That the Commission advise the City Attorney's office of any recommended additional or revised components to the City's existing daytime curfew ordinance and, if applicable, direct the City Attorney to prepare a definitive amendment for consideration at the next Commission meeting. Prepared by: David H. Mann Assistant City Attorney CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE LAKE ELSINORE MUNICIPAL CODE dar days after notice of such decision is given pur- suant to LEMC 9.64.120. A. Upon receipt of a written appeal from the applicant or permittee, the City Clerk shall sched- ule a hearing thereon before the City Council within 30 days after said appeal is filed and shall give notice of the time and place of hearing to the applicant or permittee not less than 10 calendar days before such hearing either by personal service or registered or certified mail, return receipt requested. B. At the time of the hearing, the City Council shall hear and consider all relevant evidence. At such hearing the applicant or permittee shall be given an opportunity to appear either personally or by representative and to be heard and to call wit- nesses on his or her behalf. The hearing may be continued from time to time as determined neces- sary by the City Council or upon request of the applicant or permittee upon good cause being shown, in the discretion of the City Council, but in no event more than one month after the appeal is first considered by the City Council. [Ord. 1064 § 2, 2000]. 9.64.140 Penalty. Every person who violates any of the terms or conditions of a permit issued pursuant to this chap- ter or any of the regulations or provisions within this chapter shall be guilty of a misdemeanor. Each and every day such violation or violations occur or continue shall be a separate offense. 10rd. 1064 § 2, 20001, 9 -21 9,76.020 V11. Offenses By or Against Minors Chapter 9.76 CURFEW Sections; 9.76.010 Intent. 9.76.020 Curfew established. 9.76.030 Exceptions to curfew, 9.76.040 Violation of curfew by minor — Punishment. 9.76.050 Responsibility of adult for curfew violations, 9.76.060 Minor curfew, loitering or willful misconduct — Cost recovery. Prior legislation: Ord. 318. 9.76.010 Intent. In enacting this chapter, it is the intent of the City Council to protect children of immature age, to promote the safety and good order in the com- munity, and to reduce the incidence of juvenile criminal and other anti- social behavior. [Ord. 1010 § 2, 19951. 9.76.024 Curfew established. A. It is unlawful for any person under the age of 18 years be present in or upon public streets, high- ways, roads, alleys, parks, playgrounds, places of amusement, eating places, vacant lots, unsuper- vised places, or other public grounds, places or buildings between the hours of 10:00 p.m, and 5:00 a.m. of the day immediately following. B. It is unlawful for any minor under the age of 18 years, who is subject to compulsory education or to compulsory continuation education to be present in or upon the public streets, highways, roads, alleys, parks, playgrounds, or other public grounds, public places, public buildings, places of amusement and eating places, vacant lots or any unsupervised place during the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p,m., or such other hours as designated by the respective school district, on days when school is in session. [Ord. 1046 § 1, 1999; Ord. 1010 § 2, 19951. 9.76.030 9.76.030 Exceptions to curfew. The provisions of LEMC 9.76.020 shall not apply in the following circumstances: A. When the person who is under 18 years of age is accompanied by his or her parent, guardian or other adult person having the care and custody of the person who is under 18 years of age, B. When the person who is under 18 years of age is returning directly home from school, church or a school- sponsored or church - sponsored meet- ing, entertainment, recreational activity, dance, or place of lawful employment. C. When the person who is under 18 years of age is going directly from home to school or church or to a school- sponsored or church - sponsored meeting or to a place of lawful employment. D. When the person who is under 18 years of age is accompanied by his or her adult spouse. E. When the person who is under 18 years of age is directly en route from school or from a school- sponsored or church - sponsored meeting, entertainment, recreational activity, dance or place of lawful employment to a place where food is served to the public. This exception shall continue during the time which is reasonably required to obtain and consume food at such place and to pro- ceed directly home from such place. This excep- tion shall not apply in connection with a violation of LEMC 9.76.020(B). F, When the person who is under 18 years of age is performing, or is en route directly home from performing, an emergency errand pursuant to the request of an adult person who is charged with the care and custody of the minor performing the errand. G. When the person who is under 18 years of age is: 1. In a motor vehicle involved in interstate commerce; 2. On the sidewalk abutting the minor's resi- dence; 3. Emancipated pursuant to State law, H. When the person who is under 18 years of age is involved in an emergency. "Emergency" as used herein means an unforeseen combination of circumstances or the resulting state that calls for immediate action. The term includes, but is not limited to, a lire, natural disaster, an automobile accident or any situation requiring immediate 9 -22 CURFEW action to prevent serious bodily injury or loss of life. L When the person who is under 18 years of age is exercising First Amendment rights of speech or associational activity protected by the California or United Stales Constitution. J. The following exceptions shall only apply in connection with a violation of LEMC 9.76,020(B) but shall not apply to a violation of LEMC 9.76.020(A): 1. The person who is under 18 years of age is going to or returning from a medical appointment without detour or stop. 2. The person who is under 18 years of age is in possession of valid proof that he or she is a stu- dent who has permission to leave the school cam- pus. [Ord. 1046 §§ 2, 3, 1999; Ord. 1010 § 2, 19951. 9.76.040 Violation of curfew by minor — Punishment. A. Each person under the age of 18 years who violates LEMC 9.76.020 or causes, permits, aids, abets, suffers, conceals or conspires in the violation of any provision of LEMC 9.76.020 shall be guilty of an infraction and shall be dealt with in accor- dance with the State law and procedures governing the prosecution of minors who are charged with infractions. B. Nothing contained in this section shall be construed to prohibit the diversion of juvenile vio- lators of LEMC 9.76.020 or Subsection (A) of this section to noncriminal programs for disposition of such violations, such as youth court proceedings. [Ord. 1010 § 2, 19951. 9.76.050 Responsibility of adult for curfew violations. Each parent or guardian or other adult person having the legal care or custody of a person under the age of 18 years, who causes, permits, aids, abets, suffers or conceals the violation of any pro- vision of LEMC 9.76.020, or who conspires with any other person to the end that any provision of LEMC 9.76.020 shall be violated, shall be guilty of an infraction or a misdemeanor in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 1.16 LEMC and, upon the conviction thereof, shall be punished in accor- dance with the provisions of Chapter 1.16 LEMC. [Ord. 1010 § 2, 19951. LAKE ELSINORE MUNICIPAL CODE 9.76.060 Minor curfew, loitering or willful misconduct — Cost recovery. A. Determination by Court, When, based on a finding of civil liability or criminal conviction for violations of curfew, daytime loitering (truancy) or willful misconduct in violation of Welfare and Institutions Code Section 602, a minor under 18 years of age is detained for a period of time in excess of one hour, and said detention required the supervision of the juvenile offender by Police Department employee(s), the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) having custody or control of said minor shall be jointly and severally liable For the cost of providing such personnel over and above the ser- vices normally provided by said Department, B. Determination by Chief of Police. As deter- mined by the Chief of Police or his designee, the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of a minor commit- ting any public offense amount to an act of willful misconduct in violation of Welfare and Institutions Code Section 602 where police personnel provide services relating to the detention, processing or supervision of minors that are over and above the normal services usually provided by the Police Department, may be assessed, and billed for, the cost of providing such personnel for such services beyond those normally provided by said Depart- ment, C, Appeal. Any person receiving a bill for police services pursuant to this chapter may, within 15 days after the billing date, file a written request appealing the imposition of said charges. Any bill- ing sent pursuant to this section shall inform the billed party of the right to appeal said billing. Any appeal regarding such billing shall be heard by the City Manager, or his or her designee, as the hearing officer. Within 10 days after the hearing, the hear- ing officer shall give written notice of the decision to the appellant. Upon the filing of a request for an appeal, payment of the bill for the police services shall be suspended until notice of the decision of the hearing officer. If the appeal is denied in part or in full, all amounts due to the City shall be paid within 30 days after notice of the decision of the hearing officer. [Ord. 1046 § 4, 19991, 9 -23 9.88.030 VIII. Weapons Chapter 9.88 DISCHARGING FIREARMS[ Sections: 9.88.010 Firearm, 9.88.020 Prohibited — Exceptions. 9.88,030 Discharge on private property, 9.88.010 Firearm, The word "firearm" as used herein includes the following; cannon, gun, pistol, revolver, automatic pistol, rifle, shotgun, air gun, pellet gun, and any other weapon designed to discharge one or more projectiles propelled by the expansion of gas, [Ord, 883 § 1, 1990]. 9.88.020 Prohibited — Exceptions. It shall be unlawful for any person or persons to fire or discharge a firearm within the incorporated limits of the City, as shown on the official map of the City on file in the office of the City Clerk, with the exception of any officer or special officer of the City, County or State in the line of duty or on a pis- tol range, rifle range, skeet or trap range having a proper special permit and current business licenses provided by law. [Ord. 117 § 1, 1915; Ord. 281 § I, 1947; Ord. 617 § 1, 1981; Ord. 883 § 1, 19901, 9.88.030 Discharge on private property. It shall not be unlawful for a person or persons to fire or discharge an air gun or pellet gun on said person's or persons' lawfully occupied property within an enclosed area and for the purpose of tar- get shooting as long as the projectile fired or dis- charged remains within said enclosed area and on the person's or persons' property, [Ord. 883 § 1, 1990]. I, For provisions regarding the sale of concealed weapons, see Chapter 5.64 LEMC. CITY OF PERRIS VIII. OFFENSES BY OR AGAINST MINORS Page 4 of 5 date, he or she shall appear in court on that date for further processings. Wilful violation of the order is punishable as contempt. (Ord. 1062 § 1(part), 1998). 9.59.040 Parental responsibility. It is unlawful for the parent or the guardian knowingly to allow or permit such minor to violate this chapter. (Ord. 1062 § 1(part), 1998). Chapter 9.52 TRUANCY OF MINORS Sections: 9.52-010: 'truancy restrictions on minors. 9.52.0201 Definitions. 9.52.030 Parental responsibility. 9.52.010 Truancy restrictions on minors. A. It is unlawful for any minor under the age of eighteen who is subject to compulsory education or to compulsory continuation education to be present in any community place or establishment within Perris during truancy hours. B. However, the provisions of this chapter shall not apply if any of the following apply: 1. The minor Is accompanied by his or her parent(s), legal guardian, or by his /her spouse eighteen years of age or older; 2. The minor's parent(s) or legal guardian has given the minor's permission to remain in a community place or establishment during truancy hours; 3. The minor is involved in an emergency; 4. The minor is attending, going to or returning home without any detour or stop from an official meeting, school activity, civic organization, educational, religious or recreational activity supervised by adults; 5. The minor is engaged in lawful employment activity or is going to or returning home from a lawful employment activity without any detour or stop; 6. The minor is in a motor vehicle involved in interstate travel; 7. The minor is exercising his /her First Amendment rights, such as freedom of speech, right of assembly or free exercise of religion; 8. The minor is going to or returning from a medical appointment without any detour or stop; 9. The minor is in possession of a valid proof that the minor is a student who has permission to leave the school campus. C. Any minor who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor. (Ord. 1063 § 1 (part), 1998). http://]ibrary1,IIILinicode.com/default-test/DocView/1 6553/1 / 13/21 4/13/2009 VUL OFFENSES BY OR AGAINST MINORS 9.52.020 Definitions. Page 5 of 5 As used in this chapter, the following words and phrases shall have the meaning set out. "Community place" means any place to which the residents of Perris or a substantial group of them have access and includes, but is not limited to, streets, the common areas, buildings, facilities, parks, docks or beaches. "Emergency" means one or more unforeseen circumstances or the resulting state requiring immediate action, such as a fire, natural disaster, accident or situation requiring immediate action to prevent or to treat serious injury or loss to person or property. "Establishment" means any privately -owned place of business to which the public is invited, including but not limited to places of amusement or entertainment, "Guardian" means a person ordered to be such by a court or a public or private agency with whom the minor has been placed. "Minor" means any person under eighteen years of age. "Parent" means a person who is a natural, adoptive or stepparent or someone at least eighteen years old authorized by a parent or guardian to have care, custody or control of the minor. "Truancy hours" means seven a.m. to four p.m. or other hours as designated by the respective school district or school on days when school is in session. (Ord. 1063 § 1(part), 1998). 9.52.030 Parental responsibility. A. It is unlawful for the parent or guardian knowingly to allow or permit such minor to violate this chapter. B. Such violation is an infraction pursuant to the general penalty provision of the Perris Municipal Code, Section 1.16.010. (Ord. 1063 §§ 1(part), 2, 1998). littp: / /Iibraryl.municode,com /default- test/DoeView /16553 /t/ l 3 /2I 4/13/2009 CITY OF MORENO VALLEY Chapter 11.05 JUVENILE DAYTIME CURFEW AND LOITERING Moreno Valley Municipal Code Up Previous Next Main Collapse Search Title 1.1 PFb.CF, MC7RAt.S AND 5AFE Y Chapter 11.05 JUVENILE DAYTIME CURFEW AND LOITERING 11.05.010 Purpose and Intent. Page I of 5 Print No Frames The city council of the city of Moreno Valley finds, determines and declares that this chapter has been enacted based upon the following facts and beliefs: A. Juveniles who are subject to compulsory education laws, who do not attend school during school hours, without a lawful excuse, frequently congregate and loiter in public parks and other public places and in and around businesses, involving themselves in unsafe activities, discouraging patronage of such places by parents with small children and legitimate business customers, and frequently engage in criminal or delinquent behavior. B. Unsupervised juveniles become a burden on police who must return them to school, wait for parents to pick them up, and investigate any and all criminal activity related to a student's absenteeism. C. The city of Moreno Valley has compelling interest in protecting the public from juveniles committing crimes, increasing the exercise of parental responsibility for the city's juvenile residents, reducing the opportunities for juvenile crime, and improving school attendance, and ultimately reducing crime and poverty later in life for affected juveniles. D. The unexcused absences of students from school to engage in loitering and criminal behavior precludes educational growth for such juveniles, hindering their chances for success later in life and also resulting in the loss of state and federal funding for schools to the detriment of all students. It is, therefore, the intent of the city council in enacting this chapter to prohibit any juvenile as defined in this chapter, who is subject to compulsory education, from being in or upon public grounds during the period of the day when the juvenile is required to be in school, subject to the terms and exceptions of this chapter. In addition, it is the intent of the city council to provide appropriate criminal sanctions against any juvenile who violates this chapter, and against the adult(s) responsible for any such juvenile, by making a violation of this chapter an infraction for a first and second offense, and a misdemeanor for subsequent offenses. Finally, it is also the intent of the city council to allow juveniles to move about freely while participating in legitimate activities during the day with the permission of his or her parent, guardian, or other adult person having the lawful care and custody of the juvenile. (Ord. 709 § 1 (part), 2006) 11.05,020 Definitions. "At the direction" means specifically permitting or directing either verbally or in writing. "Daytime curfew hours" means the period of the day when the school which the minor would normally attend is in session, on days when the school the minor would normally attend is in session. "Emergency" means an unforeseen combination of circumstances or the resulting state that calls for immediate action. The term includes, but is not limited to, fire, natural disaster, automobile accident, medical emergency or any situation requiring immediate action to prevent serious bodily injury or loss of life. "Establishment" means any privately owned place of business, whether or not operated for a profit, to which the public is invited, including but not limited to, any retail business, and/or place of amusement or entertainment, "Guardian" means: (1) a person who, under court order, is the guardian of the person of a minor; or (2) a public or private agency with which the court has placed a minor. http: / /gcode.us /codes /morenovalley /view.php?topic =l1- 11_05 &showAlhl &frames =on 4/13/2009 Chapter l l .05 JUVENILE DAYTIME CURFEW AND LOITERING Page 2 of 5 "Parent" means a person who is a natural parent, adoptive parent, or stepparent of another person. "`Public place" means any place to which the public or a substantial group of the public has access and includes, but is not limited to, streets, highways, parks and the common areas of schools, hospitals, apartments, houses, office buildings, transport facilities and shops. "Responsible adult" means a person at least eighteen (18) years of age, authorized by a parent or guardian to have the care and custody of a minor. "Serious bodily injury" means bodily injury that creates a substantial risk of death or that causes death, serious permanent disfigurement or protracted loss or impairment of the function of any bodily member or organ. (Ord. 709 § 1 (part), 2006) 11.05.030 Daytime curfew. It is unlawful for any minor who is subject to compulsory education to be present, alone or in concert with others, in or upon the public streets, highways, roads, alleys, parks, playgrounds, or other public grounds, public places, public buildings, places of amusement and eating establishments, vacant lots or any place open to the public during daytime curfew hours, on days when such minor's school is in session. It is unlawful for any parent, guardian or responsible adult of a minor to knowingly permit, or by insufficient control to allow, the minor to be present in any public place or on the premises of any establishment within the city during curfew hours. It is likewise unlawful for any person to cause, permit, aid, abet or conceal any violation of this chapter. (Ord. 709 § I (part), 2006) 11.05.040 Exceptions — Daytime curfew. It is not a violation of this chapter if any of the following apply: A. The minor is accompanied by his or her parent, guardian or responsible adult; B. The minor is on an errand as directed by his or her parent or guardian or other adult person having the care and custody of the minor; C. The minor is lawfully employed and is going to or coming from or to his or her lawful place of gainful employment; D. The minor is going or coming to or from a medical appointment for the minor or a member of the minor's immediate family; E. The minor has proof of permission to leave the school campus for lunch or any other activity and has in his or her possession a valid, school- issued, off - campus permit; F. The minor is directly going to or from a school sponsored event or activity such as a sporting event, field trip, or other such school activity; G. The minor is authorized to be absent from his or her school pursuant to the provisions of California Education Code Section 48205, or any other applicable state or federal law; H. The minor is lawfully receiving instruction by a qualified tutor or is receiving home or private school instruction; 1. The minor is lawfully involved in an emergency; J. The minor is emancipated pursuant to law, and otherwise exempt from school attendance, K. The minor is exercising First Amendment rights protected by the United States Constitution; http:// geode. us /codes/morenovalley /vicw.php? topic =l1- 11__.05 &showAll= 1 &fra.mes =on 4/13/2009 Chapter 11.05 .JUVENILE DAYTIME CURFEW AND LOITERING Page 3 of 5 L. The minor is engaged in interstate travel with the permission of a parent or guardian. (Ord. 709 1 (part), 2006) 11.05.050 Enforcement. A. Before taking any enforcement action under this chapter, a law enforcement officer shall ask the apparent offender's age and reason for being in the public place or on the premises of the establishment during curfew hours. The officer shall also take reasonable actions to verify that the juvenile is enrolled in school and is absent without excuse or permission during a time when the juvenile is required to be in attendance at school. The officer shall not issue a citation or make an arrest under this section unless the officer reasonably believes that an offense has occurred and that no defense is present or applicable. B. Each violation of the provisions of this section shall constitute a separate offense. C. A law enforcement officer may issue a citation to any juvenile found to be in violation of this chapter and may detain any juvenile until the juvenile can be placed in the care and custody of a parent, guardian or the juvenile's school. If cited, the juvenile and his or her parent or guardian shall appear in court as directed by the citation. (Ord. 709 § 1 (part), 2006) 11.05.060 Penalties for violation. Any violation of this chapter shall be an infraction subject to the fines set forth in Section 1.0 1230 of this code, except as specifically set forth in this chapter. Any juvenile who violates any provision of this chapter shall be dealt with in accordance with state law and the procedures governing the prosecution of minors who are charged with infractions. Any adult convicted of violating this chapter as a third or subsequent offense may be found guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction shall be fined in an amount not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00), or by imprisonment for a period of not more than six months or by both fine and imprisonment. Notwithstanding any other provisions of this code, when a person under the age of eighteen (18) years is charged with a violation of this chapter, and a peace officer issues a notice to appear in Superior Court, Traffic Division, to that minor pursuant to California Welfare and Institutions Code Section 256, the charge shall be deemed an infraction unless the minor requests that a petition be filed under Section 601 or 602 of the Welfare and Institutions Code. Alternatively, at the prosecutorial discretion of the city attorney, any violation of this chapter may be prosecuted through the city's civil citation and administrative hearing process as set forth in Chapter 1.10 of this code. The civil penalties imposed in such an administrative proceeding shall be equivalent to the amount of the fines set forth in this chapter for an infraction. An additional alternative system of hearing and resolution, including but not limited to a youth court, may be used upon consent of both the city attorney and the parents or guardians of the charged juvenile. In lieu of fine or civil penalty, a person found to be in violation of this chapter may be required to perform city and /or school- approved work projects or community service or both. If required to perform a project, the minimum required time for performance shall not exceed ten (10) hours for first offenses, twenty (20) hours for second offenses and fifty (50) hours for third offenses and subsequent offenses. Such projects shall be completed over a period not to exceed sixty (60) days for first and second offenses, and one hudred twenty (120) days for third and subsequent offenses. Juveniles shall be credited with work done on such projects only during times other than his or her hours of school attendance. (Ord. 709 § 1 (part), 2006) 11.05.070 General provisions for cost recovery. http: / /gcode,us /codes /morenovalley /view.php? topic =l1 - 11_05 &showA11 =1 &frames =on 4/13/2009 CITY OF TEMECULA 9.16.020 Daylight loitering restrictions. Temecula Municipal Code Page I of 1 Up Previous Next Main Search Print No Frames 1 itie 9 P0B1Jr, PEACE MORALS AND WELFARE~ hapter 9.16 JUVENILE LOU_FR M 9.16.020 Daylight loitering restrictions._ A. It is unlawful for any minor under the age of eighteen years, who is subject to compulsory education or to compulsory continuation education, alone or in concert with others, to be in or upon the public streets, highways, roads, alleys, parks, playgrounds, parking areas, or other public grounds, public places or amusement and eating places, vacant lots or other unsupervised places or any place open to the public, between the hours of seven -thirty a.m. and two - thirty p.m. on days when the minor's school is in session. This provision shall also apply to minors whose enrollment status is that of aispension, expulsion, or transfers in progress. B. It is unlawful for a parent or guardian of a minor who is subject to the penalties set forth in this chapter to knowingly permit or allow a minor to be in violation of any of the provisions of this chapter. (Ord. 2000 -10 § 1 (part)) http:// www. gcode .us /codes/temecula/view.php ?topic -9- 9_16 - 9_16020 &frames =on 4/13/2009 9.16.030 Exceptions, Page 1 of 1 Temecula Municipal Code Up Previous Next Main Search Print No Frames Title 9 PUBLIC PEACE, MURALS AND WELFARE Chapter 9.16 JUVENILE LOITERING 9.16.030 Exceptions, Neither the minor nor the parents or guardians of the minor shall be liable under Section 9.16.020 if one or more of the following circumstances exist: A. The minor is accompanied by his or her parent or Legal guardian; B. The minor is involved in an emergency; C. The minor is going directly to or coming directly from the minor's place of gainful employment with a valid school work permit; D. The minor is going to or from a medical appointment for the minor or for the minor's parent or guardian and can show proof of that appointment; E. The minor is off campus for lunch and has in his/her possession a valid, school - issued off campus permit; and has conformed to all the conditions and restrictions of the lunch pass; F. The minor is directly going to or from a school sponsored event or activity such as a sporting event, field trip, or other such school activity; G. The minor is emancipated pursuant to law; 14. The minor is authorized to be absent from his or her school pursuant to the provisions of California Education Code Section 48205, or any other applicable State or Federal law; I. The minor is receiving instruction by a qualified tutor pursuant to California Education Code Section 48224, or is receiving home or private school instruction pursuant to California Education Code Section 48222. (Ord. 2000 -10 § 1 (part)) http: / /www.gcode.us/ codes /temecula/view.php ?topic -9 -9_16- 9_16_030 &frames =on 4/13/2009 CITY OF LADE LSII`IOKE DREAM EXTREME REPORT TO PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION FROM: MARK DENNIS INFORMATION /COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER DATE: APRIL 22, 2009 SUBJECT: PALOMAR STREET RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING TRAFFIC SAFETY ANALYSIS Background Addressing residential concerns about speeding on Palomar Street was discussed by the Commission at their regular meeting on March 11th. At the request of the PSAC, this is an update on meetings and communications between the Traffic Engineer and Mr. John Treese, the area resident who first brought the speeding issue to the attention of the PSAC. A vicinity map is below. The final recommendations for the City to implement are summarized on the next page. With concurrence from the PSAC and City Council, staff will move forward on the proposed traffic measures. w eye ` TIAm 1,1wW Map B MA° i ■[rkm - p �xr �•fq fwti. . �P s r Public Safety Advisory Commission April 22, 2009 Page 2 Discussion On March 11 th, the Public Safety Advisory Commission directed staff to meet with Mr. Treese to fine tune several traffic calming options that were presented and discussed at the regular PSAC meeting. Subsequent to their March 17th onsite meeting, Mr. Treese has kept the Traffic Engineer informed of the results of continuing discussions with neighbors and residents about neighborhood traffic calming preferences. As a result, the options believed to be the most acceptable to residents are given below: First Phase: A. Restripe Palomar Street to provide on- street parking and a median two -way left turn lane (see diagram in Attachment'A'). B. Install a painted median at the curved segment of Palomar Street (about mid -way along the length of Serenity Park). C. Install handicap access ramps at intersections and at handicap parking location(s). D. Conduct a new speed study to determine appropriate speed limit with the new striping installed. E. Install radar speed signs and speed limit signs as approved by the City. Second Phase (subject to funding availability): F. Install a landscaped raised median along Palomar Street. Staff believes the above measures are most responsive to residents' concerns about speeding on Palomar Street, while also conforming to the City's traffic safety standards. Fiscal Impact First phase recommendations can be accomplished at the least cost and an estimate will be forthcoming. Second phase improvements can be added to the City's Capital Improvement Program, to take advantage of prioritized funding when available. Recommendation Receive and file. R/W Attachment A 1' C, I R/W MIN. i A. C. PA VEMENT r 2" 7COMPA C MED SUBGRAD£ BASE COURSE �1 TYPICAL SECTION NOTES: 1) THICKNESS OF PA'YEMENT SECT /ON TO BE DETERMINED BY R VALUE TESTING PER CALTRANS DESIGN METHOD WITH RECOMMENDED SAFETY FACTOR, MIN. .4" AC/ 6" AB. 2) MIN. T. /. = 7. 3) HALF WIDTH STREETS SHALL BE CONSTRUCTED TO A WIDTH OF 112 STR££T WIDTH PLUS 12: REVISION ENGINEERING cart OS/05 Wr APAWPED CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE AMMOVM BY PREPARED BY zwow££Rw; NO. CITY ENGINEER DATE COL L EC TOR 105 CITY OF LADE PLSII0P DREAM EXTREME REPORT TO PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION FROM: MARK DENNIS INFORMATION /COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER DATE: APRIL 22, 2009 SUBJECT: LAKE ELSINORE CITIZENS COMMITTEE OUTREACH MEETING RECAP AND EVALUATION Back - ground This item is to enable the PSAC to review the results of its second community outreach meeting, held on April 16th in the Tuscany Hills Recreation Center, under the auspices of the Lake Elsinore Citizens Committee. nicrimctinn The PSAC has a stated goal of increasing community outreach in 2009. This second outreach meeting was sponsored by the Lake Elsinore Citizens Committee, a community -based organization open to all Lake Elsinore citizens, which holds its regular meetings in the Tuscany Hills Recreation Center. Two PSAC Commissioners (Norkin, Stewart) met with an audience of approximately thirty residents. Assisting them were Sgt. Pat Chavez and Deputy Liebrand with the LEPD;. Fred Lopez, City Code Enforcement; Rick Lebel, Frank Romo and John Thorkelson from Fire Station #94; Ed Basubas, City Traffic Engineer; Mark Dennis, City Manager's Office. The meeting lasted from 7:00 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. A list of pertinent questions from residents is included on attachment `A.' Topic categories ranked by importance to residents included: Public Safety Advisory Commission April 22, 2009 Page 2 1. Neighborhood traffic safety in Tuscany Hills (e.g., stop signs, sidewalks, posted speed limits); 2. Railroad Canyon Road traffic turn lane safety and illegal maneuvers; 3. Graffiti response (compliments for the timeliness of responses); 4. Code Enforcement and abandoned homes; 5. Off -road vehicle recreation and enforcement; 6. Bike lane right turn encroachment (at Riverside Dr. and Lincoln). The desired outcome from this series of outreach meetings is to: • Increase community awareness of the PSAC; a Demonstrate responsiveness to community public safety concerns; Encourage volunteer participation, such as through Citizen Corps • Make neighborhood connections that can evolve into strong partnerships. The next location and date will be determined. Staff has a listing of HOA contacts as the basis for arranging hosts for future PSAC outreach meetings. Alternatively, the PSAC may decide to locate at least one or two future meetings at school sites so neighborhoods that do not have HOA representation can also have an opportunity to meet the PSAC and share neighborhood public safety concerns. Staff will ask the PSAC Commissioners for their preferences for setting future outreach meetings in the coming months. Fiscal Impact None. Recommendation Discuss meeting follow -ups and recommendations for our next outreach meeting. Attachment A OSAC COMMUNITY MEETING Thursday, April 16, 2009 We appreciate your questions. Please write them here and we will do our best to answer all of them. c � �v 'fin tf ( Vs( e. AV) -J Rdmg-' 0 k� +A 0--'v P NI J v�, QUESTIONS G�alue�5r -� Ave- 2 WKA boeS 5E2(T-t7 2m P1k11(NG - 'TART` > W PLt?4 WILL 2 - 15ll�iV �� 1Q- MR5;t-7C CwJ s i fiecJC770r1 C©M PJ-�- lnJ i 11 Sic c A - 3 CL"tz C +F1 D r� 1, e ID ( 0 May-) � r� � VC . - -Oc`t--r 7-t t S . v- ! r 11 -s 4- i(f-r/ e l2C'- 4 Is j 4 �. L 7?-, e- -4) rN .r oW E VC e� tr I V/�t-pq ,u�Y7 IS as t C P Gv� o: 7�� L e e fy r- 010 0/I h cos 8 Tt1-r'fE' ANY wo' s rh��l��p �o� svtlra7ll� 9 pR� 7-0 T/JE %'�T Y01-,F 0 �M jYk I pC E FIZZ 7-HE ka r7i9 10 c � �v 'fin tf ( Vs( e. AV) -J Rdmg-' 0 k� +A 0--'v P NI J v�, Attachment A PSAC COMMUNITY MEETING Thursday, April 16, 2009 We appreciate your questions. Please write them here and we will do our best to answer all of them. rz_ 12 )Z rcr 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 rz_