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TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: DEPARTMENT HEAD - MELISSA WALKER, P.E.
STAFF LIASION - EDWARD I. INIT
COUNCIL LIAISON - EDWARD A. DELGADO,
DISTRICT 2
AGENDA DATE: August 19, 2025
TITLE: TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION 2024 -2025 FISCAL
YEAR ANNUAL REPORT
TITLE SUMMARY: TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION ANNUAL REPORT
SUMMARY
The Traffic Safety Commission (TSC) general duties are to evaluate proposals and requests for traffic control measures and devices that regulate traffic and parking within the City and to provide advice and recommendations to the City Council.
COMPOSITION
The following persons serve as voting members:
1. David Layne, District 4, 5/21/24 - 6/30/27
2. Esther Johnson, District 2, 6/21/2022 – 6/30/25
3. Zainab Alkhamaisi, District 2, 6/21/2022 – 6/30/25
4. Tyrone McCoy, District 1, 8/15/23 - 6/30/26
5. Seth Cox, District 3, 5/6/25 - 6/30/27
6. Kimberly Wallen, District 3, 5/6/25 - 6/30/27
7. Sharon Hedges (Alternate), District 2, 5/6/25 - 6/30/26 The current Chair is David Layne, and the current Vice Chair is Esther Johnson.
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RECOMMENDATIONS SUBMITTED TO COUNCIL/DISPOSTION
There were no recommendations submitted to the City Council for action.
OTHER ACTIVITIES
School Safety Enhancements:
The Commission conducted a comprehensive review of traffic speeds , volumes, and pedestrian activity along Hidden Springs Drive and Kitching Street. Based on th is assessment, the Commission recommended deploying three crossing guards to enhance pedestrian safety near the school zones : o ne crossing guard at Hidden Springs Elementary and two crossing guards at Cloverdale Elementary.
Signage and Striping Program Oversight:
The Commission reviewed the City’s ongoing Signing and Striping Maintenance Program.
This included evaluating progress on roadway visibility, sign condition, and pavement marking improvements to ensure optimal traffic guidance and safety compliance throughout the City.
Burro-Related Traffic Safety Measures:
In response to a notable increase in traffic collisions involving burros, the Commission reviewed data and community concerns and examined comprehensive mitigation strategies. The review included educational campaigns, signage enhancements, and potential roadway improvements aimed at reducing wildlife-vehicle incidents.
FUTURE ITEMS
Commercial Vehicle Truck Route Review:
The Commission will evaluate the City's designated Commercial Vehicle Truck Routes and recommend potential revisions to improve safety, reduce infrastructure wear, and enhance traffic flow in sensitive areas.
School Traffic Circulation Studies:
The Commission will explore traffic circulation patterns at Hidden Springs Elementary and Valley View High School. The goal is to identify traffic conflicts, congestion points, and pedestrian safety issues, followed by actionable recommendations to improve overall school zone safety.
ATTENDANCE
The Commission held five regular meetings during the year. No special meetings were held, as scheduling was impacted by occasional quorum limitations. Attached as a reference is the TSC Commissioner Attendance Sheet for Fiscal Year 2024/25.
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Name Regular
Meeting
Absences
Special Meeting
Absences
Percent Absent
David Layne 1/5 0/0 20%
Esther Johnson 2/5 0/0 40%
Zainab Alkhamaisi 4/5 0/0 80%
Tyrone McCoy 0/5 0/0 0%
Seth Cox 0/1 0/0 0%
Kimberly Wallen 0/2 0/0 0%
Sharon Hedges (Alternate) 0/0 0/0 0%
PREPARATION OF STAFF REPORT
Prepared by: Reviewed and Approved by:
Edward I. Init, PMP, Assistant Engineer Melissa Walker, P.E.
Public Works Department Public Works Director/City Engineer
TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION
ATTENDANCE SHEET
FY2024-2025
August 19, 2025
Commissioners August
2024
September
2024
October
2024
November
2024
December
2024
January
2025
February
2025
March
2025
April
2025
May
2025
June
2025
David. Layne
No Meeting
No Quorum
No Meeting
No Quorum
No Meeting
No Quorum
Attended Excused
No Meeting
Holiday Week
Attended
No Meeting
No Quorum
No Meeting
No Quorum
Attended Attended
Esther Johnson Attended Excused Attended Attended Unexcused Zainab Alkhamaisi Unexcused Unexcused Unexcused Attended Unexcused Tyrone McCoy Attended Attended Attended Attended Attended Kimberly Wallen Attended Attended Term Expired
Seth Cox Not Sworn in yet Attended
Sharon Hedges
(Alternate)
Not Sworn in yet