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requested that his request be carried over to the next meeting as Mr. Valdivia had an emergency this evening. PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR'S REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Traffic Committee Public Works Director Hutton reported the Petition received by the City Council at its August 20, 1991 Meeting requesting a number of traffic control devices along Colton Avenue, 9th Street and Mt. Vernon Avenue was reviewed by the Traffic Committee. At the July 16, 1991, Council Meeting staff presented recommendations for two of the six locations presented in the Petition. The Council approved that Colton Avenue and "C Street, warrants were met to install a 4 -way stop. The stop signs were installed on July 22, 1991. The T -inter- section of Colton Avenue and Fairview Drive study found that the intersection warranted a traffic signal primarily due to vehicular and pedestrian traffic during school hours only. Staff notes there has not been any recorded accidents located at this intersection. The Traffic Committee recommended that stop signs not be installed at this location on the basis it would give a false sense of security to pedestrains. There is a crossing guard at this location for school children. Director Hutton reported with regard to the other intersections, the Traffic Committee recommended the intersections be analyzed for any possible deficiencies with regards to signage, intersection lighting, the collection of pedestrian and vehicle counts. Additionally, accident history would be gathered to determined what specific needs are warranted. This area -wide analysis is recommended in order to comply with any State mandates as stipulated under the Congestion Management Plan. The cost of the traffic study is estimated at $20,000 and would be funded through traffic mitigation fees. The study would take approximately 60 days. Moved by Councilmember Roman, seconded by Councilmember Lofy to approve staff's recommendations. Unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: CLOSED SESSION City Manager Stratton advised the Closed Session would be held following the Redevelopment Agency Meeting this evening. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Civil Service Board City Attorney Edwards reported the Civil Service Board has made Findings of Fact, Conclusions and Recommendations in the matter of the appeal of Gary G. Bouchez which are certified to the City Council and are attached to the staff report. 3