CC SR 20180320 05 - Park Place Parking OptionsRANCHO PALOS VERDES CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA REPORT
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
MEETING DATE: 03/20/2018
AGENDA HEADING: Regular Business
Consideration and possible action regarding access and parking options for Park Place
at Del Cerro Park.
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
(1) Provide direction to Staff as how to proceed regarding access and parking options
for Park Place at Del Cerro Park.
FISCAL IMPACT: $0 to $256,000, depending upon the option implemented.
Amount Budgeted $0
Additional Appropriation: TBD
Account Number(s): TBD
ORIGINATED BY: Elias Sassoon, PE, Director of Public Works
REVIEWED BY: Same as above
APPROVED BY: Doug Willmore, City Manager %*WL
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ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
A. Illustrations of Options for Access and Parking for Park Place (page A-1)
B. Minutes and Staff Report from May 16, 2017 (page B-1)
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
On May 16, 2017, Staff updated the City Council regarding the parking and traffic
circulation concerns of residents living near Del Cerro Park, including the impact upon the
three (3) residents of Park Place (Attachment B).
Mitigating measures to control parking for those using the Palos Verdes Nature Preserve
(Preserve)—such as implementing a designated "residents only" permit parking area and
painting the curbs red—have helped control areas along Crenshaw Boulevard, its extension
to the Burma Road trailhead and the nearby residential areas. However, the challenges
regarding Park Place have not been completely resolved to the satisfaction of its residents.
Staff has developed several illustrated options (Attachment A) for the City Council's
consideration to address the residents' concerns. There is a cost estimate associated with
each option. The responsible party to pay the cost of each option is to be determined.
These options are summarized briefly below:
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Option 1 — Leave the current conditions "as is"
Take no action. Estimated cost: $0
Option 2 — Gate Park Place at Crenshaw Boulevard
Install a gate near the entrance to Park Place off Crenshaw Boulevard that would be closed
to public traffic from sunset to sunrise. This option would require constructing a
hammerhead turn -around near Crenshaw Boulevard and the approval of the Los Angeles
County Fire and Sheriff's Departments. Estimated cost: $34,000.
Option 3 — Eliminate parking spaces on Park Place
Except for one (1) existing Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) parking space, eliminate all
16 parking stalls along Park Place, and convert that area into green space. Under this
option, the 16 removed parking stalls would not be replaced. Estimated cost: $31,000.
Option 4 — Physically separate Park Place into public and private streets
By installing a raised curb on the existing Park Place roadway and extending the pavement
to the east, the street would be separated into public and private roadways, with a new gate
to be installed at the private drive. The responsible party for the cost of the installation and
maintenance of this private gate would be the Park Place Homeowners' Association. The
existing parking stalls would be relocated toward Crenshaw Boulevard with 16 perpendicular
stalls (or 7 parallel parking stalls). There will be one (1) new ADA parking space at the end
of the proposed cul-de-sac. Some of the existing trees would remain within the proposed
median "island." This option is subject to a vacation request by the Park Place property
owners and approval by the City Council. Estimated cost: $256,000.
Option 5 — Physically separate Park Place into public and private streets, and shorten
public side
Similar to Option 4, Park Place would be separated into public and private roadways, with a
gate to be installed on the private portion controlled by the residents. The responsible party
for the cost of the installation and maintenance of this private gate would be the Park Place
Homeowners' Association. The existing parking would be relocated toward Crenshaw
Boulevard with 10 perpendicular stalls (or 5 parallel parking stalls). The shortened public
roadway would be constructed on a portion of the existing lawn area. The trees that
presently exist on the east side of the roadway would be removed. There will be one (1)
new ADA parking space at the end of the proposed cul-de-sac. This option is subject to a
vacation request by the Park Place property owners and approval by the City Council.
Estimated cost: $240,000.
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Option 6 — Eliminate all existing parking on Park Place and replace some of it with a
new parking lot on a portion of the existing lawn area
A new parking lot with 12 standard stalls and one (1) ADA parking space would be
constructed on existing lawn area near the Crenshaw Boulevard entrance and would be
screened by means of landscaping. The existing parking on Park Place would be converted
to green space. A new handicapped -accessible path to the vista walk would be installed
along Park Place. Estimated cost: $229,000.
Option 7 — Relocate cul-de-sac and eliminate some parking stalls
Remove 9 of the existing 16 standard stalls and one (1) ADA parking space on Park Place
and propose a new cul-de-sac. One (1) new ADA parking space would be proposed at the
end of the new cul-de-sac. This new cul-de-sac would provide clear separation from the
private driveways at the end of the existing private driveway approach. This option is
subject to a vacation request by the Park Place property owners and approval by the City
Council. Estimated cost: $52,000.
On January 20, 2018, Staff met with Park Place and Del Cerro Homeowners' Association
presidents, a few board members, and one resident to review the first seven (7) options
identified by Staff. Based on input from this meeting, Option 8 was developed.
Option 8 — Eliminate all parking spaces on Park Place and provide handicapped -
accessible parking on Crenshaw Boulevard
Eliminate all 16 parking stalls and one (1) ADA parking space along Park Place and convert
that area into green space. Install thick vegetation to screen the park. Further, install a
gate near the entrance to Park Place off Crenshaw Boulevard that would be closed to
public traffic from sunset to sunrise. This option would require a hammerhead turn -around
and approval of the Los Angeles County Fire and Sheriff's Departments. A new
handicapped accessible path to the vista walk would be installed along Park Place with one
(1) new ADA parking space provided along Crenshaw Boulevard. Under this option, the 16
removed parking spaces would not be replaced. Estimated cost: $100,000
ALTERNATIVES:
The following alternative actions are available for the City Council's consideration:
1. Select a course of action from the list of options presented.
2. Further modify the list of options and direct Staff to return to the City
Council with a revised approach to the access and parking issues.
3. Take other action as deemed appropriate by the City Council.
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RANCHO PALOS VERDES CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: 05/16/2017
AGENDA REPORT AGENDA HEADING: Regular Business
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action to receive an update regarding parking and
circulation in the Del Cerro Park area.
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
(1) Receive and file the Del Cerro Park parking issues update.
FISCAL IMPACT: None
Amount Budgeted: N/A
Additional Appropriation: N/A
Account Number(s): N/A
ORIGINATED BY: Nicole Jules, PE, Deputy Director of Public Works
REVIEWED BY: Terry Rodrigue, PE, Interim Director of Public Works lir
Cory Linder, Director of Recreation and Parkse��
APPROVED BY: Doug Willmore, City ManageroA_ '
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:.
Since 2015, the City has incrementally implemented parking and circulation
improvements to address traffic safety concerns near Del Cerro Park and the entrance
to the Palos Verdes Nature Preserve (Preserve).
Although permit parking programs have been established and parking restrictions
imposed along Crenshaw Boulevard, Park Place and the Crenshaw Boulevard
Extension, Preserve patronage continues to rise. Parking has now become a problem
along Crest Road, between Crenshaw Boulevard and the gate to Rolling Hills. Vehicles
have been observed parking on both sides of the roadway, blocking pedestrian
passage, and preventing access for emergency vehicles and vehicles entering the
Rolling Hills gate.
Accomplishments to Date
• Established Neighborhood Permit Parking Programs in the Del Cerro and
Rancho Crest (Valley View Road) neighborhoods
• Established resident -only recreational permit parking on Crenshaw Boulevard
• Restricted public parking on the east side of Crenshaw Boulevard from Park
Place to Valley View Road
• Restricted public parking on both sides of the Crenshaw Boulevard Extension
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Restricted public parking on both sides of Park Place, except for the 17 public
parking spaces in Del Cerro Park.
Increased enforcement activities by the Lomita Sheriff's Department.
Problems that Persist:
With the ever increasing demand to access the Preserve, traffic circulation and parking
continues to be a challenge for the residents who live in the area. The issues include:
Large tour buses that transport groups of people to the Preserve and illegally
park on Crenshaw Boulevard or Park Place.
Vehicles illegally parking in the red zone, on sidewalks or in front of residential
driveways
Night-time use of Del Cerro Park and the Preserve
Potential Options -
In an effort to address these persistent problems, the following options (or any
combination thereof) are available for the City Council's consideration. Staff met with
representatives of Park Place, Del Cerro and Burrell Lane to revisit the issues and
entertain potential solutions to consider.
Option #1 — Create a New Trailhead
The City Council could consider opening a new trailhead to the Preserve. This option
would shift Preserve parking to another location in the City. Possible locations could
include a designated area near Palos Verdes Drive South. Currently, Del Cerro Park
area is the only public parking opportunity for entrance into the Preserve. Shifting
parking to other locations within the City may relieve parking conditions in the Del Cerro
Park area. The cost to implement this option ranges from $0410,000, which could
include costs to prepare area for public parking (i.e., parking stops, delineation, signage,
fencing, etc.)
Option #2 — Restrict Illegal Parking along East Side of Del Cerro Park on the
Crenshaw Boulevard Extension
Vehicles have been observed illegally parking in Del Cerro Park. Placing large boulders
along the Crenshaw Boulevard Extension at the easterly park edge will prevent vehicle
parking. Boulders are aesthetically acceptable to the community and reduce the need
for additional signs. The cost to implement this option is minimal. The City has a
stockpile of boulders at City Hall that can be easily transported to Del Cerro Park
utilizing our existing maintenance contractor.
Option #3 — Restrict Illegal Parking along the South Side of Crest Road between
the St. John Fisher driveway and the Rolling Hills gate
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Vehicles have been observed parking along the south side of Crest Road between the
St. John Fisher driveway and the Rolling Hills gate entrance where pedestrians walk.
Parking in this area creates a safety hazard for vehicles and pedestrians alike.
Adopting a resolution to establish parking restrictions on the south side of Crest Road
and creating a physical sidewalk edge to protect pedestrians will improve safety. The
cost to implement this option is approximately $5,500, which includes procuring and
installing signs as well as constructing an asphalt curb to delineate the edge of
pavement and sidewalk area.
Option #4 — Increase Law Enforcement of Parking Restrictions and Park Hours
The City could utilize Preserve Officers to enforce parking violations near the Preserve
entrance. The cost to implement this option would be minimal since the Preserve
Officers could conduct these enforcement activities while they are already in the area.
The City could also hire a parking enforcement officer to work on the weekends.
Option #5 — Part -Time Parking Enforcement Service
The City could install pay stations and/or employ a part-time parking enforcement
company to manage and enforce parking spaces on Crenshaw Boulevard and in Del
Cerro Park. This option would include entering into an agreement with a vendor that will
install, administer, and enforce on -street parking on the weekends or on a part-time
basis. It might be possible to take advantage of other recent local agency procurement
of similar services in order to expedite this project, if desired by the City Council. Staff
researched meter stations as opposed to single -stall parking meters to minimize
aesthetic impacts. Revenue collected from the stations would fund the cost of the
enforcement and maintenance of the stations. Additional revenue could possibly fund
improvements within Del Cerro Park. The cost to implement this option ranges between
$25,000-$35,000 as an initial cost, and approximately $14,000 annually for on-going
maintenance and operation of the program. These costs are estimates only. If City
Council considers metered or pay -station parking, Staff would solicit proposals to firm
up the anticipated costs.
Option #6 — Vacate Portion of the Park Place Right -of -Way
The residents of Park Place are interested in privatizing one-half of Park Place to allow
for full control of the street via a gate. The remaining half of the street could be used as
an entrance drive to the 17 parking spaces at Del Cerro Park. To privatize a portion of
Park Place, the City would have to vacate a portion of the public right-of-way, and the
adjacent property owners would own, control and maintain a portion of the street. A
physical barrier (e.g., raised curb with a landscaped fence) could be erected to create
privacy for the residents on Park Place. Below is a rendering of what this option could
entail. The cost to implement this option would be shared by the City and the residents
of Park Place. Should the City Council consider vacating a portion of the Park Place
right-of-way, the residents of Park Place would have to fund the cost of the vacation as
outlined in Resolution No. 90-93, the City's adopted procedure for vacating public rights -
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of -way. The remaining costs (raised curb, fencing and landscaping) could be the City's
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CONCLUSION:
Overall, the City has implemented incremental improvements over time that have
resulted in improved safety in the vicinity of Del Cerro Park. Given the high visitation of
the Preserve and limited parking opportunities, Staff continues to seek solutions for the
City Council's consideration that will reduce impacts to surrounding residents.
ALTERNATIVES:
In addition to the Staff recommendation, the following alternative action is available for
the City Council's consideration:
Direct Staff to proceed with other improvements as appropriate.
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Mickey Rodich, Rancho Palos Verdes, expressed concern with the Oversight
Committee for the Water Quality Flood Protection Program not holding an annual review
meeting in over two years. Mr. Rodich stated per City Ordinance the committee has the
responsibility to annually review, prior to the new fiscal year, each completed project
and their final cost and compare to budgeted funds per City Ordinance. Mr. Rodich also
inquired on the status of a chart shared with the committee a couple of years ago of 125
feet of storm drain that was to be repaired.
Discussion ensued among Council Members and Staff.
Mayor Pro Tem Duhovic moved, seconded by Councilwoman Brooks to approve the
Staff recommendation to: 1) Approve the plans and specifications for the Storm Drain
Point Repair Project, Project No. 019816; 2) Award a construction contract to G. B.
Cooke, Inc. in the amount of $1,898,730; 3) Award a Professional Services Agreement
to Interwest Consulting Group for Construction Management and Inspection Services in
the amount of $35,000; 4) Authorize Staff to utilize an additional 10% ($189,870) for
project contingency for a total construction authorization of $2,123,600; and,
5) Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the Construction and Professional
Services Agreements; subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney and directed
staff to review the enacting ordinance to make sure the City is fulfilling its requirements
with regards to the Oversight Committee for the Water Quality Flood Protection
Program.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Brooks, Dyda, Misetich and Mayor Pro Tem Duhovic
NOES: None
ABSENT: Mayor Campbell
REGULAR BUSINESS:
Consideration and Possible Action to Receive an Update Regarding Parking and
Circulation in the Del Cerro Park Area
City Clerk Colborn reported that late correspondence was distributed prior to the
meeting and there were four requests to speak regarding this item.
Deputy Director of Public Works Jules presented a staff report and Powerpoint
presentation.
Discussion ensued among Council Members and Staff,
Kathy Edgerton, Rancho Palos Verdes, spoke in favor of Option #2 — Restrict Illegal
Parking along East Side of Del Cerro Park on the Crenshaw Boulevard Extension and
Option #6 by vacating a narrow portion (and creating a narrow driveway) off the Park
Place right-of-way and offered options on reconfiguring parking spaces to accommodate
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Adjourned Regular Meeting
May 16, 2017
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resident only parking and opposed Option #5 — Part -Time Parking Enforcement Service
Mickey Rodich, Rancho Palos Verdes, suggested overflow parking at City Hall with a
shuttle service to the preserve. Mr. Rodich also suggested having one officer at the top
of the preserve to patrol the area.
John Girardi, Rancho Palos Verdes, reported an increase in visitors at the park during
night time hours in recent years and strongly urge Council to consider gating the park
area from dusk to dawn. Mr. Girardi also spoke in favor of Option #2 particularly in
placing large boulders along the Crenshaw Boulevard Extension at the easterly park
edge to prevent vehicle parking.
Barry Rodgveller, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated he agreed with the statements from the
previous speakers and expressed concern with safety around the park and the impact it
has on the residents. Mr. Rodgveller spoke in support of privatizing one-half of Park
Place to allow for full control of the street via a gate. The remaining half of the street
could be used as an entrance drive to the 17 parking spaces at Del Cerro Park.
Discussion ensued among Council Members and Staff.
Mayor Pro Tem Duhovic called a brief recess from 8:13 P.M. to 8:22 P.M.
Councilwoman Brooks moved, seconded by Councilman Dyda to receive and file the
Del Cerro Park parking issues update.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Brooks, Dyda, Misetich and Mayor Pro Tem Duhovic
NOES: None
ABSENT: Mayor Campbell
Consideration and possible action to receive a project update on the Lower
Hesse Park Improvements
City Clerk Colborn reported that late correspondence was distributed prior to the
meeting and there were three requests to speak regarding this item.
Senior Administrative Analyst Waters presented a staff report and Powerpoint
presentation.
Discussion ensued among Council Members and Staff.
Noel Park, Rancho Palos Verdes, commended Staff for working with the surrounding
Pacific View Homeowners' Association to develop the components of the improvement
plans and spoke in support of the current project which is a product of the collaboration
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Adjourned Regular Meeting
May 16, 2017
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