Agenda packet, regular meeting — National City City Council, October 20, 2026 (part 1 of 4)

AGENDA
Consolidated Regular Meeting
City Council Chamber - 1243 National City
Boulevard, National City, CA
Ron Morrison, Mayor Douglas J. Schulze, City Manager
Luz Molina, Vice-Mayor - District 1 Heidi Skinner, City Attorney Jose Rodriguez, Councilmember -District 2 Shelley Chapel, MMC, City Clerk Ditas Yamane, Councilmember – District 3
Marcus Bush, Councilmember – District 4
_______________________________________________________________________ The City Council also sits as the City of National City Community Development Commission, Housing Authority, Joint Powers Financing Authority, and Successor Agency to the Community Development Commission as the National City Redevelopment Agency
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EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2023
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AGENDA
Consolidated Regular Meeting
City Council Chamber - 1243 National City
Boulevard, National City, CA
Ron Morrison, Mayor Douglas J. Schulze, City Manager
Luz Molina, Vice-Mayor - District 1 Heidi Skinner, City Attorney Jose Rodriguez, Councilmember -District 2 Shelley Chapel, MMC, City Clerk Ditas Yamane, Councilmember – District 3
Marcus Bush, Councilmember – District 4
_______________________________________________________________________ The City Council also sits as the City of National City Community Development Commission, Housing Authority, Joint Powers Financing Authority, and Successor Agency to the Community Development Commission as the National City Redevelopment Agency
Gracias por participar en las reuniones del gobierno local y del Consejo de la Ciudad de National City.

Reuniones: Las reuniones regulares del Consejo Municipal se llevan a cabo el primer y tercer martes del mes a las 6:00 p.m. La reunión especial de sesión privada y los talleres pueden ser el mismo día, la hora de inicio se basa en las necesidades. Consulte las agendas especiales para conocer los horarios.

Ubicación: Las reuniones regulares del Concejo Municipal se llevan a cabo en la Cámara del Consejo ubicada en el Ayuntamiento, 1243 National City Boulevard, National City, CA 91950, las reuniones están abiertas al público.

Agendas y Material: Las Agendas y el Paquete de Agenda para los temas enumerados están disponibles en el sitio web de la Ciudad y se distribuyen al Concejo Municipal no menos de 72 horas antes de la Reunión del Concejo Municipal. Regístrese para recibir notificaciones electrónicas cuando se publiquen artículos.

Participación pública: Se fomenta de varias maneras como se describe a continuación. Los miembros del público pueden asistir a la Reunión del Concejo Municipal en persona, ver la Reunión del Concejo Municipal a través de la transmisión web en vivo o participar de forma remota a través de Zoom. Las grabaciones de las reuniones están archivadas y disponibles para su visualización en el sitio web de la Ciudad.

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Todos los comentarios por escrito deben presentarse a más tardar cuatro (4) horas antes del inicio de la reunión para permitir tiempo para su distribución al Concejo Municipal.

A PARTIR DEL 1 DE ENERO DE 2023
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AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
I, Shelley Chapel, MMC, City Clerk of the City of National City, hereby declare under penalty of perjury that this notice of a Regular Meeting was called by the City Council of the City of National City was posted and provided on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Said meeting to be held Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Hall, City Council Chambers, 1243 National City Blvd., in the City of National City, California. Said notice was posted on the Bulletin Boards in front of City Hall and the Library.

Shelley Chapel
Shelley Chapel, MMC, City Clerk
AGENDA
Reunión Regular Consolidada
Martes, 20 de octubre de 2026, 6:00 p.m.

Cámara del Ayuntamiento - 1243 National City Boulevard
National City, CA

1. LLAMADO AL ORDEN

2. PASE DE LISTA

3. JURAMENTO DE LEALTAD A LA BANDERA

4. INVOCACIÓN

5. COMENTARIOS PÚBLICOS
De acuerdo con la ley estatal, un punto que no esté programado en la agenda puede ser presentado por el público en general para comentarios; sin embargo, el Ayuntamiento no podrá discutir ni tomar acción sobre ningún tema que no esté incluido en la agenda. Los oradores tendrán hasta tres (3) minutos.

6. PROCLAMACIONES Y RECONOCIMIENTO

6.1 Mes de la Historia Filipinoamericana

6.2 Mes de la Historia Filipino-Americana y el 21º Aniversario de Phil Am BID y el Día Global de los Premios GIBBEY de STARBlazers y TOP HATS

7. INFORMES DE JUNTAS Y COMITÉS REGIONALES (Limitado a cinco (5) actas cada uno) Según la Sección 53232.3(d) del Código de Gobierno, también conocida como AB1234: Los miembros de un órgano legislativo deberán proporcionar informes breves sobre las reuniones a las que asistan a expensas de la agencia local en la próxima reunión ordinaria del órgano legislativo.

8. CALENDARIO DE CONSENTIMIENTO
El Calendario de Consentimiento puede ser promulgado en una sola moción por el Concejo Municipal con una votación nominal sin discusión, a menos que un concejal, un miembro del público o el Administrador de la Ciudad soliciten que se retire un ítem para discusión. Los ítems eliminados del Calendario de Consentimiento serán considerados inmediatamente después de la adopción del Calendario.

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5 8.1 Aprobación de la lectura solo por título y renuncia a la lectura completa de la ordenanza en esta agenda

8.2 Recomendación de
aprobación de las actas de
la reunión:

Aprueba y presenta la solicitud.

8.3 Aceptación del Programa de Asistencia para la Justicia Conmemorativa Edward Byrne 2025 (JAG) y asignación de fondos para la compra de radios portátiles para el sistema de comunicación por radio.

Recomendación:

Adoptar una resolución titulada, "Resolución del Concejo Municipal de la Ciudad de National City, California, autorizando la aceptación de la subvención otorgada por el Departamento de Policía de National City por un monto de $27,226.00 del Programa de Subvenciones para la Justicia Memorial Edward Byrne del Año Fiscal 2025 para la compra de radios portátiles para el sistema de comunicación por radio, y autorizando el establecimiento de una asignación y presupuesto de ingresos correspondiente en el monto de $27,226 en el fondo de subvenciones del Departamento de Policía."

8.4 Adopción del Programa Nacional de Análisis de Seguridad Sistémica de la Ciudad (SSARP) / Plan Local de Seguridad Vial (LRSP) Revalidado.

Recomendación:

Adoptar una resolución titulada, "Resolución del Concejo Municipal de la Ciudad de National City, California, adoptando el Programa de Informe de Análisis de Seguridad Sistémica Revalidado / Plan Local de Seguridad Vial, que evalúa e identifica ubicaciones y necesidades de seguridad para mejorar la seguridad vial local dentro de la ciudad."

8.5 Acuerdos de consultoría de guardia para el Programa de Mejoras de Capital (CIP) de National City:

Adoptar una resolución titulada: "Resolución del Concejo Municipal de la Ciudad de National City, California, 1) que autoriza al alcalde a ejecutar un acuerdo de tres años con Chen Ryan Associates, Inc. por un monto no excedente de $900,000; un acuerdo de tres años con Innovative Construction Consulting Services, LLC por un monto no excedente de $900,000; y un acuerdo de tres años con Ardurra Group, Inc. por un monto no excedente de $2,000,000, para proporcionar servicios de apoyo a proyectos bajo demanda para el Programa de Mejoras de Capital de National City, y 2) autorizar al Administrador de la Ciudad a ejecutar cualquier acuerdo suplementario específico de proyecto que sea necesario para proyectos financiados por subvenciones."

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5 8.6 Instalación de un espacio de estacionamiento con banqueta azul para personas con discapacidad y señalización frente a la residencia en 632 C Avenue Recomendación:

Adoptar una resolución titulada, "Resolución del Concejo Municipal de la Ciudad de National City, California, autorizando la instalación de un espacio de estacionamiento para personas con discapacidad con banqueta azul y señalización frente a la residencia en 632 C Avenue."

8.7 Instalación de un espacio de estacionamiento para personas con discapacidad con banqueta azul y señalización frente a la residencia en 1914 F Avenue Recomendación:

Adoptar una resolución titulada, "Resolución del Ayuntamiento de la Ciudad de National City, California, autorizando la instalación de un espacio de estacionamiento para personas con discapacidad con banqueta azul y señalización frente a la residencia en 1914 F Avenue."

8.8 Instalación de un espacio de estacionamiento con banqueta azul para personas con discapacidad y señalización frente a la residencia en 704 Salot Street Recomendación:

8.9 Recomendaciones de Datos Financieros Interinos Acumulados (YTD) hasta el 30 de septiembre de 2026:

Acepta y presenta el reporte.

8.10 Registro de Órdenes No. 8 para el periodo del 14/08/26 al 20/8/26 en el monto de $1,123,520.17
Recomendación:

Órdenes de Ratificación por un total de $1,123,520.17.

8.11 Registro de Órdenes No. 9 para el periodo del 21/8/26 al 27/8/26 en el monto de $2,963,426.90
Recomendación:

Órdenes de Ratificación por un total de $2,963,426.90.

8.12 Registro de Órdenes No. 10 para el periodo del 28/08/26 al 3/9/26 en el monto de $2,862,552.43
Recomendación:

Órdenes de Ratificación por un total de $2,862,552.43.

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5 9. INFORMES DEL PERSONAL

9.1 Recomendación de dirección del Comité Asesor de
Reforma del Impuesto sobre Licencias Comerciales:

Proporcionar aclaración sobre la dirección del Concejo Municipal.

9.2 Programa de Cannabis Comercial – Dirección de Política sobre Licencias Disponibles y Uso de la Tierra.

Recomendación:

El personal recomienda que el Concejo Municipal discuta el futuro del Programa de Cannabis Comercial de la Ciudad y proporcione orientación sobre si abrir un nuevo periodo de solicitud para las dos (2) licencias de cannabis comercial restantes de la Ciudad; si el personal debería evaluar el aumento del número total de licencias de cannabis comercial autorizadas dentro de la ciudad; y si el personal debería evaluar la expansión de las ubicaciones elegibles de cannabis hacia distritos de zonificación comercial adicionales para proporcionar una mayor distribución geográfica de los negocios de cannabis en toda la Ciudad Nacional. Si se les indica, el personal regresaría al Concejo Municipal con los procedimientos de solicitud apropiados, análisis de uso del suelo, enmiendas a las ordenanzas y otros cambios regulatorios necesarios para implementar la dirección del Consejo.

9.3 Proclamación de Estado de Emergencia Local por el Ayuntamiento.

Recomendación:

1. Adoptar la resolución titulada: "Resolución del Ayuntamiento de la Ciudad de National City, California, proclamando la existencia de una emergencia local debido al evento El Niño 2026–2027 en desarrollo; activando el marco de preparación, respuesta, recuperación y reembolso de costos pre-desastre de la ciudad; delegando a la autoridad de contratación de emergencias conforme a la sección 22050 del Código de Contratos Públicos; y solicitando asistencia estatal y federal ante desastres," y;

2. Adoptar la resolución titulada: "Resolución del Concejo Municipal de la Ciudad de National City, California, aprobando la Resolución de Designación de Agente del Solicitante por la Oficina de Servicios de Emergencia del Gobernador de California para Agencias No Estatales (Formulario OES-FPD-130) y designando Agentes Autorizados para Asistencia en Desastres y Subvenciones Estatales y Federales"; y

3. Adoptar la resolución titulada "Resolución del Ayuntamiento de la Ciudad de National City, California, ratificando la declaración del administrador municipal de una condición de emergencia por un gran sumidero y declarando la necesidad de continuar con las acciones tomadas por el administrador municipal, y adoptando una exención categórica CEQA.

10. INFORME DEL GERENTE DE LA CIUDAD

11. INFORME DE FUNCIONARIOS ELECTOS

11.1 Consideración de una propuesta para reducir los presupuestos de los concejales de la ciudad recomendación:

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5 El personal recomienda que el Ayuntamiento:

1. Discutir la propuesta para reducir los presupuestos de los concejales

2. Proporciona dirección al personal.

12. INFORME DEL ABOGADO DE LA CIUDAD

13. Aplazamiento

AGENDA
Consolidated Regular Meeting

Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 6:00 p.m.

City Council Chamber - 1243 National City Boulevard
National City, CA
Pages

1. CALL TO ORDER

2. ROLL CALL

3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG

4. INVOCATION

5. PUBLIC COMMENT
In accordance with State law, an item not scheduled on the agenda may be brought forward by the general public for comment; however, the City Council will not be able to discuss or take action on any issue not included on the agenda. Speakers will have up to three (3) minutes.

6. PROCLAMATIONS AND RECOGNITION

6.1 Filipino American History Month 6

6.2 Filipino American History Month and Phil Am BID's 21st Anniversary and STARBlazers and TOP HATS Global GIBBEY Awards Day
7 7. REGIONAL BOARDS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS (Limited to Five (5) Minutes each) Per Government Code Section 53232.3(d) also known as AB1234: Members of a legislative body shall provide brief reports on meetings attended at the expense of the local agency at the next regular meeting of the legislative body.

8. CONSENT CALENDAR
The Consent Calendar may be enacted in one motion by the City Council with a Roll Call Vote without discussion unless a Councilmember, a member of the Public, or the City Manager requests an item be removed for discussion. Items removed from the Consent Calendar will be considered immediately following the adoption of the Calendar.

8.1 Approval of Reading by Title Only and Waiver of Reading in Full of Ordinance on this Agenda

8.2 Approval of Meeting Minutes 8
Recommendation:

Approve and file.

8.3 Acceptance of the 2025 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program and Appropriation of Funds to Purchase Portable Radios for the Radio Communication System.
33 Recommendation:

Adopt a Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Authorizing the Acceptance of the National City Police Department’s Grant Award in the Amount of $27,226.00 from the Fiscal Year 2025 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program to Purchase Portable Radios for the Radio Communication System, and Authorizing the Establishment of an Appropriation and Corresponding Revenue Budget in the in the Amount of $27,226 in the Police Department Grants Fund.”

8.4 Adoption of the Revalidated National City Systemic Safety Analysis Report Program (SSARP) / Local Roadway Safety Plan (LRSP).
61 Recommendation:

Adopt a Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Adopting the Revalidated Systemic Safety Analysis Report Program / Local Roadway Safety Plan, which Assesses and Identifies Locations and Safety Needs to Improve Local Road Safety within the City.”

8.5 On-Call Consultant Agreements for National City’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
261
Recommendation:

Adopt a Resolution Entitled: “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, 1) Authorizing the Mayor to Execute a Three-Year Agreement with Chen Ryan Associates, Inc. for a Not-to-Exceed Amount of $900,000; a Three-Year Agreement with Innovative Construction Consulting Services, LLC for a Not-to-Exceed Amount of $900,000; and a Three-Year Agreement with Ardurra Group, Inc. for a Not-to-Exceed Amount of $2,000,000, to Provide On-Call Project Support Services for National City’s Capital Improvement Program, and 2) Authorizing the City Manager to Execute any Project-Specific Supplemental Agreements as May be Required for GrantFunded Projects.”

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8.6 Installation of a Blue Curb Disabled Persons Parking Space with Signage in Front of the Residence at 632 C Avenue
312
Recommendation:

Adopt a Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Authorizing the Installation of a Blue Curb Disabled Persons Parking Space with Signage in Front of the Residence at 632 C Avenue.”

8.7 Installation of a Blue Curb Disabled Persons Parking Space with Signage in Front of the Residence at 1914 F Avenue
327
Recommendation:

8.8 Installation of a Blue Curb Disabled Persons Parking Space with Signage in Front of the Residence at 704 Salot Street
344
Recommendation:

8.9 Interim Year-to-Date (YTD) Financial Actuals through September 30, 2026 362 Recommendation:

Accept and file report.

8.10 Warrant Register No. 8 for the Period of 8/14/26 through 8/20/26 in the Amount of $1,123,520.17
378
Recommendation:

Ratify Warrants Totaling $1,123,520.17.

8.11 Warrant Register No. 9 for the Period of 8/21/26 through 8/27/26 in the Amount of $2,963,426.90
405
Recommendation:

Ratify Warrants Totaling $2,963,426.90.

8.12 Warrant Register No. 10 for the Period of 8/28/26 through 9/3/26 in the Amount of $2,862,552.43
413
Recommendation:

Ratify Warrants Totaling $2,862,552.43.

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9. STAFF REPORTS

9.1 Business License Tax Reform Advisory Committee Direction 425 Recommendation:

Provide Clarification of City Council Direction.

9.2 Commercial Cannabis Program – Policy Direction Regarding Available Licenses and Land Use.
438
Recommendation:

Staff Recommends that the City Council Discuss the Future of the City’s Commercial Cannabis Program and Provide Direction Whether to Open a New Application Period for the City’s Two (2) Remaining Commercial Cannabis Licenses; Whether Staff Should Evaluate Increasing the Total Number of Commercial Cannabis Licenses Authorized within the City; and Whether Staff Should Evaluate Expanding Eligible Cannabis Locations into Additional Commercial Zoning Districts to Provide Greater Geographic Distribution of Cannabis Businesses Throughout National City. If Directed, Staff Would Return to the City Council with the Appropriate Application Procedures, Land-Use Analysis, Ordinance Amendments, and Other Regulatory Changes Necessary to Implement Council Direction.

9.3 Proclamation of Local Emergency by the City Council. 441 Recommendation:

Adopt the Resolution Entitled: “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Proclaiming the Existence of a Local Emergency Due to the Developing 2026–2027 El Niño Event; Activating the City’s Pre-Disaster Preparedness, Response, Recovery, and Cost-Reimbursement Framework; Delegating
Emergency Contracting Authority Pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 22050; and Requesting State and Federal Disaster Assistance,” and;

1. Adopt the Resolution Entitled: “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Approving the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services Designation of Applicant’s Agent Resolution for Non-State Agencies (Form Oes-Fpd-130) and Designating Authorized Agents for State and Federal Disaster and Grant Assistance”; and

2. Adopt the Resolution Entitled “Resolution of The City Council of The City Of National City, California, Ratifying The City Manager’s Declaration Of An Emergency Condition From A Large Sinkhole And Declaring The Need To Continue The Actions Taken By The City Manager, And Adopting A CEQA Categorical Exemption.

3. 10. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT

11. ELECTED OFFICIALS REPORT

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11.1 Consideration of a Proposal to Reduce City Councilmember Budgets 458 Recommendation:

Staff Recommends that the City Council:

1. Discuss the Proposal to Reduce City Councilmember Budgets

2. Provide Direction to Staff.

12. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT

13. ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA REPORT
Department: City Clerk's Office
Prepared by: Shelley Chapel, MMC, City Clerk
Meeting Date: Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Approved by: Douglas J. Schulze, City Manager
SUBJECT:

Approval of Meeting Minutes
RECOMMENDATION:

Approve and file.

BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE PRIOR ACTION:

Not Applicable.

EXPLANATION:

Meeting Minutes:

Amended Special City Council Meeting of August 4, 2026
Special City Council Meeting of September 22, 2026
Special City Council Meeting of September 29, 2026
Regular City Council Meeting of October 6, 2026
FINANCIAL STATEMENT:

Not applicable.

RELATED CITY COUNCIL 2020-2025 STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL:

Not Applicable
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:

This is not a project under CEQA, and is therefore, not subject to environmental review.

CCR15378; PRC 21065.

PUBLIC NOTIFICATION:

The Agenda Report was posted at least 72 hours before the Regular Meeting date and time, and 24 hours before a Special Meeting in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act.

ORDINANCE:

Not Applicable
EXHIBITS:

Exhibit A – Amended Meeting Minutes - Special City Council Meeting of August 4, 2026 Exhibit B – Special City Council Meeting of September 22, 2026 – Meeting Minutes Exhibit C - Special City Council Meeting of September 29, 2026 – Meeting Minutes Exhibit D - Regular City Council Meeting of October 6, 2026 – Meeting Minutes

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Amended

SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
August 4, 2026, 5:00 p.m.

City Council Chamber - 1243 National City Boulevard
National City, CA

Present: Councilmember Yamane
Councilmember Rodriguez
Councilmember Bush
Vice-Mayor Molina
Mayor Morrison
Others Present: Doug Schulze, City Manager
Heidi Skinner, City Attorney
Shelley Chapel, City Clerk
Rachelle Barrera, Acting Director of Finance
Danielle Ghio, City Librarian
Alex Hernandez, Police Chief
Martha Juarez, Acting Director of Engineering & Public Works Tonya Hussain, Deputy City Clerk
Stephen Manganiello, Acting Deputy City Manager
Sergio Mora, Fire Chief
Mike Pacheco, Director of Community Services
Rex Sanders, Interim Director of Human Resources
_____________________________________________________________________

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1. CALL TO ORDER
Meeting of the City Council of the City of National City was called to order at 5:11 p.m. via teleconference and in the Council Chamber, located in City Hall, 1243 National City Boulevard, National City, California.

2. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers present: Bush, Rodriguez, Yamane, Molina, Morrison Interpretation in Spanish provided by Carlos Diaz and Luisa Diaz de Leon.

3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Councilmember Yamane led the Pledge of Allegiance.

4. INVOCATION
Invocation delivered by President and Pastor of the National City Clergy Association Eddie Duenas.

5. PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor Morrison summarized the process for acceptance of live public comment allowing three (3) minutes per comment and introduced City Clerk Chapel.

Public comment was received from Joanne Fields, Ted Godshalk, and Micaela Polanco.

6. REGIONAL BOARDS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS (Limited to Five (5) Minutes each)
Councilmember Bush reported that the Metropolitan Transit System Board recertified a fare increase.

Mayor Morrison announced that Agenda Item 7.4 would be pulled as it did not need City Council action.

7. CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by Councilmember Rodriguez, seconded by Councilmember Yamane to approve Consent Calendar Items:

ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Rodriguez, seconded by Councilmember Yamane to adopt Consent Agenda Item Nos. 7.5, 7.7, and 7.8. Agenda Item Nos. 7.2, 7.3, 7.6, 7.9, and 7.10 were pulled for public comment.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

7.1 Approval of Reading by Title Only and Waiver of Reading in Full of Ordinance on this Agenda
Motion carried by unanimous vote.

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Item pulled for public comment.

7.2 Adopt a Resolution Updating the Salary Schedule for Certain Non-Represented Temporary Part-Time Positions.

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-95.

Interim Director of Human Resources Rex Sanders reported on the item.

Public comment was received from Thomas Rike.

Recommendation: Adopt the Resolution Entitled “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Adopting an Updated Salary Schedule for Nonrepresented Part-time and Seasonal Positions.” ACTION: Motion by Vice-Mayor Molina, seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez to adopt the resolution with a correction to the salary schedule to remove the Police Cadet position which was included in error.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

Item pulled for public comment.

7.3 Annual Appropriations Limit for Fiscal Year 2027
Adopted Resolution No. 2026-96.

Public comment was received from Thomas Rike and Ed Nieto.

Recommendation: Adopt the Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Approving and Adopting the Annual Appropriations Limit of $93,207,022 for Fiscal Year 2027.” ACTION: Motion by Vice-Mayor Molina, seconded by Councilmember Yamane to adopt the resolution.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

Item pulled from the agenda to return at a later date.

7.4 Approve the First Amendment to the Agreement with AdminSure, Inc. for Third Party Administration of Workers’ Compensation Claims Services, extending the Agreement for one (1) additional year through July 31, 2027.

Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution Entitled “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a First Amendment to the Agreement with AdminSure, Inc., to Extend the Term of the Agreement to July 31, 2027.”

7.5 Approval of an Amendment to the Lease and Operating Agreement Between the City of National City and American Golf Corporation to adjust the golf course fee schedule effective August 5, 2026

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Adopted Resolution No. 2026-98.

Written public comment was received from Leslie Johnson.

Adopt the Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Authorizing the Mayor to Execute an Amendment to the Agreement with American Golf Corporation for the Maintenance and Operation of the National City Golf Course to Increase Green Fees Effective August 5, 2026.” Motion carried by unanimous vote.

Item pulled for discussion.

7.6 Notice of Decision – Planning Commission Approval of a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for the On-site Sale of Beer, Wine, and Distilled Spirits (ABC Type-47) and Live Entertainment at an Existing Restaurant (Manila Bistro).

Mayor Morrison abstained due to the close proximity of the business to his residence.

Recommendation: Staff Recommends Approval of the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) Request for the On-Site Sale of Beer, Wine, and Distilled Spirits (ABC Type47) and Live Entertainment at an Existing Restaurant, Subject to the Recommended Conditions in the Attached Planning Commission Resolution No. 2026-06 and a Determination that the Project is Categorically Exempt from CEQA.

ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Yamane, seconded by Councilmember Bush for the item to return to the City Council as a Public Hearing.

Motion carried by 4-0 vote.

Abstained: Morrison

7.7 Resolution Approving a Side Letter of Agreement Between the City of National City and the National City Firefighters’ Association (FFA) Clarifying Article 33 (PostRetirement Healthcare Trust) of the Current Memorandum of Understanding.

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-99.

Adopt a Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Side Letter Agreement Between the City of National City and the National City Firefighters’ Association Clarifying Article 33 (Post-Retirement Healthcare Trust) of the Memorandum of Understanding Between the Parties.”
Motion carried by unanimous vote.

7.8 Revisions to Second Amended and Restated Regional Wastewater Disposal Agreement (SARA).

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Adopted Resolution No. 2026-100.

Adopt a Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Approving the Revised Second Amended and Restated Regional Wastewater Disposal Agreement and Authorizing the Mayor to Sign the Agreement.”
Motion carried by unanimous vote.

Item pulled for public comment.

7.9 Warrant Register No. 47 for the Period of 5/15/26 through 5/21/26 in the Amount of $2,881,102.94
Public comment was received from Thomas Rike.

Recommendation: Ratify Warrants Totaling $2,881,102.94.

ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Yamane, seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez to ratify warrants for Agenda Items 7.9 and 7.10.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

Item pulled for public comment.

7.10 Warrant Register No. 48 for the Period of 5/22/26 through 5/28/26 in the Amount of $2,753,810.75
Public comment was received from Thomas Rike.

Recommendation: Ratify Warrants Totaling $2,753,810.75
ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Yamane, seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez to ratify warrants for Agenda Items 7.9 and 7.10.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

8. STAFF REPORTS
Councilmember Rodriguez left the dais at 5:42 p.m. and returned at 5:45 p.m.

8.1 Consideration of a Business License Tax Reform Measure for Placement on the November 3, 2026, General Municipal Election Ballot.

City Manager Doug Schulze introduced the item.

Economic Development Manager Pedro Garcia provided a PowerPoint presentation.

Virtual public comment:

Molly Kirkland
Truth Tonix

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In-person public comment:

Cynthia Fuller Quinones
Sharon Cloward
John Acosta
JoAnn Fields
Scott Kiefner
Joel Tubao
Mark Phillips Valeno Santos
Jenifer Ball
Karen McManus
Myriam Mendoza
Jack Cozines
Malik Harris
George Ching
Frank Plant
Sophie Silvestri
Ben Sanchez
Edward Nieto
Greg Boeh
Maria Esther Enriquez
Jeremy Day
Gordon Rutherford
Thomas Rike
Mike Thomas
Sherry Gogue
Nancy Estolano
Luisa McCarthy
MPV
Noted a position of opposition but did not wish to speak:

Antonio Luna
Written Comment:

Molly Kirkland
David Garcia
Mitch Thompson
Councilmember Rodriguez left the dais at 7:28 p.m. and returned at 7:31 p.m.

Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council consider placing the proposed Business License Tax Reform Measure on the November 3, 2026, General Municipal Election ballot, select a proposed rate structure, with Option 1 identified as the staff recommendation, and take action on the related ordinance, resolutions, ballot question, and election documents necessary to submit the measure to National City voters.

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ACTION: Motion by Mayor Morrison, seconded by Councilmember Bush to close public comment.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Bush, seconded by Vice-Mayor Molina for the item not to be placed on the November 3, 2026 ballot and instead to consult with the National City Chamber of Commerce on a Business License tax reform measure for a 2027 Special Election;, and, at the discretion of the City Manager, the implementation and formation of a Business License Tax Advisory Committee that reviews the budget, its existing language, and explores alternatives. That the Committee meet once a month starting in September 2026 and , include representative representation from each business category.

Motion carried by 3-2 vote.

Ayes: Bush, Molina, Morrison
Nays: Rodriguez, Yamane
ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Bush, seconded by Vice-Mayor Molina to not consider placing the measure on the November 3, 2026 General Municipal Election ballot and to reject the staff recommendation.

Motion carried by 3-2 vote.

Ayes: Bush, Molina, Morrison
Nays: Rodriguez, Yamane

8.2 Ordering the Submission of a Ballot Measure to the Qualified Voters at the November 3, 2026, Election, Business License Tax
Recommendation: Adopt the Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Providing Notice of and Calling for the Holding of a General Municipal Election for the Purpose of the Submission of a Ballot Measure to the Voters Relating to a Business License Tax, and Requesting the San Diego County Board of Supervisors to Consolidate the Municipal Election with the Statewide General Election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, as Required by the Provisions of the Laws of the State of California Relating to General Law Cities.”
Due to the failed vote of Item 8.2, this item did not need to be heard.

In accordance with City Council Policy 104, remaining speakers for Item #5 provided public comment.

Virtual Public Comment:

Peggy Walker

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9. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
No report.

10. ELECTED OFFICIALS REPORT
Closing remarks were provided by members of the City Council.

11. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
No report.

12. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Morrison adjourned to the Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of National City, Tuesday, August 18, 2026, 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, located in City Hall, 1243 National City Boulevard, National City, California.

The meeting adjourned at 8:31 p.m.
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Tonya Hussain, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
The foregoing minutes were approved at the Regular Meeting of October 20, 2026. ________________________________
Ron Morrison, Mayor

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SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
September 22, 2026, 5:00 p.m.

City Council Chamber - 1243 National City Boulevard
National City, CA

Present: Councilmember Yamane
Councilmember Rodriguez
Councilmember Bush
Vice-Mayor Molina
Mayor Morrison
Others Present: Doug Schulze, City Manager
Heidi Skinner, City Attorney
Shelley Chapel, City Clerk
Derek Aydellotte, Police Captain
Rachelle Barrera, Acting Director of Finance
Vanessa Castro, Traffic Office Coordinator
Debra Lunt, Purchasing Buyer
Richard Romero, Assistant City Attorney
Scott Shanahan, Police Traffic Sergeant
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1. CALL TO ORDER
A Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of National City was called to order at 5:06 p.m. via teleconference and in the Council Chamber, located in City Hall, 1243 National City Boulevard, National City, California.

2. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers present: Yamane, Rodriguez, Bush, Molina, Morrison Interpretation in Spanish provided by Carlos Diaz and Luisa Diaz de Leon.

3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Councilmember Rodriguez led the Pledge of Allegiance.

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4. PUBLIC COMMENT (Comment will be specific to Agenda Item) Mayor Morrison summarized the process for acceptance of live public comment allowing for five (5) minute presentations from the applicants and two (2) minutes per comment for the public.

5. STAFF REPORT

5.1 Agreements for Towing and Impound Services
City Manager Doug Schulze introduced the item.

Police Captain Derek Aydelotte provided a PowerPoint presentation.

Applicants:

Deborah Charlton, Tony’s Auto Center Representative
John Sepulvedo, Quality Towing & Recovery Representative Brad Ramsey, Road One Towing Representative
Augie Bareno, Angelo’s Towing Representative
Ronald Lacey, Angelo’s Towing Representative
Donny Cortes, Cortes Towing Enterprises, Inc.

Public comment:

Alisha Morrison
Doyle Morrison
Thomas Rike
Micaela Polanco
Luisa McCarthy
Recommendation: Adopt the Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Authorizing the Mayor to Execute Agreements with Cortes Towing Enterprises Inc. and Tony’s Auto Center Inc. dba Tony’s Auto Center for Towing and Impound Services, with Initial Terms of October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2029.”
ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Yamane, seconded by Vice-Mayor Molina to approve the staff recommendation.

Substitute motion by Councilmember Bush, seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez for the item to return at a Special City Council meeting prior to October 1, 2026, to extend the current contracts and return at the November 17, 2026 City Council meeting with additional information regarding business ownership, a Department of Justice lawsuit, equipment, and a required California Highway Patrol form.

Motion carried by 4-1 vote.

Ayes: Yamane, Rodriguez, Bush, Morrison
Nays: Molina

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6. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Morrison adjourned to the Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of National City, Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, located in City Hall, 1243 National City Boulevard, National City, California.

The meeting adjourned at 7:16 p.m.

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Shelley Chapel, MMC, City Clerk
The foregoing minutes were approved at the Regular Meeting of October 20, 2026. ________________________________
Ron Morrison, Mayor

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SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
September 29, 2026, 5:00 p.m.

City Council Chamber - 1243 National City Boulevard
National City, CA

Present: Councilmember Yamane
Councilmember Rodriguez
Councilmember Bush
Vice-Mayor Molina
Mayor Morrison (via Zoom)
Others Present: Doug Schulze, City Manager
Heidi Skinner, City Attorney
Derek Aydelotte, Police Captain
Rachelle Barrera, Acting Director of Finance
Tonya Hussain, Deputy City Clerk
Richard Romero, Assistant City Attorney
Michael Shanahan, Police Sergeant
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1. CALL TO ORDER
A Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of National City was called to order at 5:03 p.m. via teleconference and in the Council Chamber, located in City Hall, 1243 National City Boulevard, National City, California.

AB 2449 Request:

Mayor Morrison requested to attend the meeting virtually due to “Just Cause.” Deputy City Clerk Hussain confirmed that at least a quorum of the legislative body was present at the location of the meeting in the City Council Chamber as identified on the agenda.

This was the second virtual City Council Meeting Mayor Morrison had attended in 2026 under the AB 2449 provision. Mayor Morrison stated that no one over the age of 18 was in the same location as he.

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ACTION: City Council approved Mayor Morrison’s request to participate remotely due to “Just Cause,” pursuant to AB 2449.

Motion passed by roll call vote.

2. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers present: Yamane, Rodriguez, Bush, Molina, Morrison (via Zoom) Interpretation in Spanish provided by Carlos Diaz and Luisa Diaz de Leon.

3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Councilmember Bush led the Pledge of Allegiance.

4. PUBLIC COMMENT (Comment will be specific to Agenda Item) Vice-Mayor Molina summarized the process for acceptance of live public comment allowing three (3) minutes per comment.

Virtual comment was received from Ronald Lacey.

A written comment was received from Ted Godshalk.

5. CONSENT CALENDAR

5.1 Extending Agreements for Towing and Impound Services Approved Resolution No. 2026-122.

Police Captain Aydelotte provided a report.

Recommendation: Adopt the Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Authorizing the Mayor to Execute Fourth Amendments to the Agreements with A to Z Enterprises, Inc. dba RoadOne and Alexandra Investments, Inc. dba Angelo’s Towing & Recovery to Extend the Agreements to November 30, 2026.”
ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Yamane, seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez to adopt the resolution.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

6. ADJOURNMENT
Vice-Mayor Molina adjourned to the Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of National City, Tuesday, October 6, 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, located in City Hall, 1243 National City Boulevard, National City, California.

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The meeting adjourned at 5:13 p.m.
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Tonya Hussain, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
The foregoing minutes were approved at the Regular Meeting of October 20, 2026. ________________________________
Ron Morrison, Mayor

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REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
October 6, 2026, 6:00 p.m.

City Council Chamber - 1243 National City Boulevard
National City, CA

Present: Councilmember Yamane
Councilmember Rodriguez
Councilmember Bush
Vice-Mayor Molina
Mayor Morrison
Others Present: Doug Schultze, City Manager
Heidi Skinner, City Attorney
Shelley Chapel, City Clerk (via Zoom)
Walter Amedee, Emergency Manager
Danielle Ghio, Director of Library Services
Tonya Hussain, Deputy City Clerk
Martha Juarez, Acting Director of Engineering & Public Works Analelly Luna Hernandez, Human Resources Analyst II
Sergio Mora, Fire Chief
Mike Pacheco, Director of Community Services
Angelita Palma, Community Development Manager
Martin Reeder, Director of Community Development
Rex Sanders, Interim Director of Human Resources
Chris Sullivan, Police Captain
Stefanie Tellez, Public Information Officer
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1. CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of National City was called to order at 6:04 p.m. via teleconference and in the Council Chamber, located in City Hall, 1243 National City Boulevard, National City, California.

2. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers present: Yamane, Rodriguez, Bush, Molina, Morrison Interpretation in Spanish provided by Carlos Diaz and Luisa Diaz de Leon.

3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Vice-Mayor Molina led the Pledge of Allegiance.

4. INVOCATION
Invocation delivered by Southport Christian Center Pastor Carolyn Nicklos.

5. PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor Morrison summarized the process for acceptance of live public comment allowing two (2) minutes per comment.

Virtual Comment:

Madison Rapp
Becky Rapp
Terri Skelly
Peggy Walker
Ilka Weston
In-Person Comment:

Ted Godshalk
Guillermo Garcia
Purita Javier
Cesar Javier
Paul Wapnowski
Lily Armenta
Randi Castle-Salgado
Delise Vann
Karen McManus
Ozzy Meneses
Ed Nieto
Written Comment:

Kelly McCormick

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6. PROCLAMATIONS AND RECOGNITION

6.1 Introduction of New Hires and Promotions of City Employees Interim Director of Human Resources Rex Sanders introduced Human Resources Analyst Anallely Luna Hernandez who addressed the Mayor and City Council.

7. PRESENTATION

7.1 Preparing for El Niño - A Citywide Approach to Storm Preparedness and Response City Manager Doug Schulze introduced the item. Emergency Manager Walter Amedee, Acting Director of Engineering & Public Works Martha Juarez, and Director of Community Development Martin Reeder, Community Development Manager Angelita Palma, Fire Chief Sergio Mora, Captain Chris Sullivan, and Public Information Officer Stefanie Tellez provided a PowerPoint presentation.

Mayor Morrison left the dais at 6:50 p.m. and returned at 6:52 p.m.

Councilmember Bush left the dais at 7:08 p.m. and returned at 7:10 p.m.

Public Comment:

Cesar Javier
Cynthia Quinonez
Ozzy Meneses
JoAnn Fields
Ed Nieto
Andrew Banez
Sherry Gogue
Virtual Comment:

Ilka Weston

8. REGIONAL BOARDS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS (Limited to Five (5) Minutes each) Vice-Mayor Molina provided an update on SANDAG and spoke to the Express System updates.

Mayor Morrison reported on the Regional Solid Waste Association quarterly meeting and their discussion on Senate Bill 1383 – Organic Waste. Mayor Morrison announced that would be his final meeting with Association.

Councilmember Bush left the dais at 8:28 p.m. and returned at 8:31 p.m.

Councilmember Rodriguez left the dais at 8:29 p.m. and returned at 8:31 p.m.

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9. CONSENT CALENDAR
ACTION: Motion by Vice-Mayor Molina, seconded by Councilmember Yamane to approve the Consent Calendar Items with the exception of Items 9.3, 9.6, 9.7, and 9.8 pulled for discussion.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

9.1 Approval of Reading by Title Only and Waiver of Reading in Full of Ordinance on this Agenda
Motion carried by unanimous vote.

9.2 Approval of Meeting Minutes
Approve and file.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

Item pulled for discussion by Councilmember Yamane.

9.3 Amending a Restricted Grant Agreement with the State of California Department of Transportation for the Clean California Local Grant Program for the National City Eastside I-805 Community Greenbelt Project CIP No. 22-09.

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-123.

Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Amendment to the Restricted Grant Agreement with the State of California Department of Transportation for the Clean California Local Grant Program for the National City Eastside I-805 Community Greenbelt Project, CIP No. 22-09.” ACTION: Motion by Counclimember Yamane, seconded by Vice-Mayor Molina to adopt the resolution.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

9.4 Approve the Creation of Three (3) New Job Classifications Titled Assistant Emergency Medical Coordinator, Paramedic (EMT-P) and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-124.

Adopt the Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Creating Three New Job Classifications of Assistant Emergency Medical Services Coordinator, Paramedic (EMT-P), and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).”
Motion carried by unanimous vote.

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9.5 Approve a Resolution amending the Existing Agreement with Liebert Cassidy Whitmore to Increase Contract Authority for Labor, Employment, Personnel, and Training-Related Legal Services.

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-125.

Public comment received from Thomas Rike.

Adopt the Resolution entitled “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the First Amendment to the Agreement Between the City of National City and Liebert Cassidy Whitmore for General Legal Services Regarding Labor and Employment Law Matters to Increase the Not-To-Exceed Amount by $250,000, for a New Total Not-To-Exceed Amount of $300,000.”
Motion carried by unanimous vote.

Item pulled for discussion by Councilmember Yamane.

9.6 Notice of Decision – Planning Commission Decision of a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) and Tentative Parcel Map (TPM) to convert a four-unit housing development to condominiums located at 327-333 Laurel Avenue.

Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the Conditional Use Permit and Tentative Parcel Map to convert four existing detached single-family homes on one property to condominiums, subject to the recommended conditions in the attached Planning Commission Resolution No. 2026-09, and determine that the project is exempt from CEQA. The project is consistent with the General Plan, Land Use Code, and Subdivision Ordinance.

ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Yamane, seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez to approve the staff recommendation.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

Item pulled for discussion by Councilmember Yamane.

9.7 Notice of Decision – Planning Commission Decision of a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) and Coastal Development Permit (CDP) for Auto Body Repair and Paint (Caliber Collision Center) to be Located at 402 West 35th Street, Suites A & C.

Director of Community Development Martin Reeder addressed the City Council.

Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the Conditional Use Permit and Coastal Development Permit for Auto Body Repair and Paint (Caliber Collision Center), subject to the recommended conditions in the attached Planning Commission Resolution No. 2026-10, and a determination that the project is exempt from CEQA. The project is consistent with the General Plan, Land Use Code, and Local Coastal Program.

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ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Yamane, seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez to approve the staff recommendation.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

Item pulled for discussion by Councilmember Yamane.

9.8 Notice of Decision – Planning Commission Decision of a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for Off- Sale Beer, Wine, and Distilled Spirits at a Convenience Store Located at 2945 Highland Avenue.

Director of Community Development Martin Reeder addressed the City Council.

Recommendation: Staff Recommends Approval of the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) Request for the ABC Type 21 Off-Sale License for Beer, Wine, and Distilled Spirits at an Existing Gas Station Convenience Store (Party Time Market), Subject to the Recommended Conditions in the Attached Planning Commission Resolution No. 2026-08, and a Determination that the Project is Exempt from CEQA.

ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Yamane, seconded by Councilmember Bush to approve the staff recommendation.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

9.9 Project Close-Out and Notice of Completion for the Central Community Mobility Enhancements Project, CIP No. 19-23.

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-126.

Adopt a Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, 1) Accepting the Work Performed by Aster Construction Services for the Central Community Mobility Enhancements Project, CIP No. 19-23; 2) Approving the Final Contract Amount of $2,058,671.99; 3) Ratifying the Release of Retention in the Amount of $102,933.60; and 4) Authorizing the Mayor to Sign the Notice of Completion.”
Motion carried by unanimous vote.

9.10 Purchase of Five (5) Type III Advanced Life Support Ambulances for the Fire Department.

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-127.

Public comment received from Thomas Rike.

Adopt a Resolution Entitled: “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, 1) Waiving of the Formal Bid Process Pursuant to National City Municipal Code Section 2.60.260 Regarding Cooperative Purchasing and

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Authorizing the City to Piggyback onto Houston-Galveston Area Council (HGACBuy) Contract No. AM10-23 with Braun Northwest, Inc. for the Purchase of Five (5) 2027 North Star Type III Advanced Life Support Ambulances in an Amount Not to Exceed $1,459,951.50, and 2) Authorizing the Establishment of an Appropriation in the Amount of $1,460,000 in the Ambulance Transport Services Enterprise Fund and a Corresponding Appropriation in the Vehicle Acquisition Fund.”
Motion carried by unanimous vote.

9.11 Investment Transactions for the Month Ended July 31, 2026.

Accept and File the Investment Transaction Ledger for the Month Ending July 31, 2026.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

9.12 Warrant Register No. 5 for the Period of 7/24/26 through 7/30/26 in the Amount of $6,025,255.35
Ratify Warrants Totaling $6,025,255.35.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

9.13 Warrant Register No. 6 for the Period of 7/31/26 through 8/6/26 in the Amount of $3,435,624.34
Ratify Warrants Totaling $3,435,625.34
Motion carried by unanimous vote.

9.14 Warrant Register No. 7 for the Period of 8/7/26 through 8/13/26 in the Amount of $3,286,152.10
Motion carried by unanimous vote.

Ratify Warrants Totaling $3,286,152.10.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

9.15 Approval of Subscription Agreement with eScribe Software USA, Inc.

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-128.

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Public comment was received from Thomas Rike.

Adopt the Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Waiving the Bid Process Pursuant to National City Municipal Code Section 2.60.260 and Authorizing the Mayor to Execute a Subscription Agreement with eSCRIBE Software USA, Inc. for Management Software and Related Services in an Initial Annual Amount of $29,502.81.”
Motion carried by unanimous vote.

10. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING

10.1 Public Hearing (Second Reading): Ordinance for Adoption – Industrial Wastewater Pretreatment per Metropolitan Sewerage System Administrative Agreement No. 1.

Adopted Ordinance No. 2026-2562.

Mayor Morrison opened the public hearing at 8:50 p.m.

There was no public comment.

ACTION: Motion by Vice-Mayor Molina, seconded by Councilmember Yamane to close the Public Hearing.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

Public Hearing closed at 8:50 p.m.

Recommendation: Hold the Public Hearing and Adopt the Ordinance Entitled, “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Amending Chapter 14.06 – Sewer Connections, and Chapter 14.24 – Fats, Oils and Grease Discharge Control of Title 14 of the National City Municipal Code.” ACTION: Motion by Vice-Mayor Molina, seconded by Councilmember Yamane to adopt the Ordinance.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

10.2 Public Hearing – Amendment of Chapter 10.70 (Police Regulated Businesses) and

10.79 (Massage Establishments) of the National City Municipal Code Related to Massage Establishments.

Adopted Ordinance No. 2026-2563
Mayor Morrison opened the public hearing at 8:51 p.m.

There was no public comment.

ACTION: Motion by Vice-Mayor Molina, seconded by Councilmember Yamane to close the Public Hearing.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

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Public Hearing closed at 8:51 p.m.

Recommendation: Hold the Public Hearing and Adopt the Ordinance Entitled, “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Amending Sections 10.70.080 (Suspensions And Revocation), 10.70.100 (Inspection of Premises), 10.79.060 (Minimum Facilities Required), and 10.79.120 (Inspection by Officials) of the National City Municipal Code Related to Massage Establishments.” ACTION: Motion by Vice-Mayor Molina, seconded by Councilmember Yamane to adopt the Ordinance.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

11. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
City Manager Doug Schulze commented on his recent attendance at the League of California Cities Annual Conference and Expo, his 100-day plan, and provided an update on activities of the Business License Tax Reform Ad Hoc Advisory Committee.

12. ELECTED OFFICIALS REPORT

12.1 POLICY NO. 105 REQUEST - Suspension or Elimination of Council Budgets Requested by Councilmember Bush and Vice Mayor Molina
Councilmember Bush reported on the item.

In-person Public Comment:

JoAnn Fields
Ed Nieto
Randi-Castle-Salgado
Thomas Rike
ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Bush, seconded by Vice-Mayor Molina to add the item to the next City Council meeting agenda.

Motion carried by 4-1 vote.

Ayes: Yamane, Bush, Molina, Morrison
Nays: Rodriguez
Closing remarks were provided by members of the City Council.

13. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
No report.

14. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Morrison adjourned to the Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of National City, Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, located in City Hall, 1243 National City Boulevard, National City, California.

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The meeting adjourned at 9:20 p.m.
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Tonya Hussain, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
The foregoing minutes were approved at the Regular Meeting of October 20, 2026. ________________________________
Ron Morrison, Mayor

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AGENDA REPORT
Department: Police Department
Prepared by: Ron Gutlay, Management Analyst II
Meeting Date: Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Approved by: Douglas J. Schulze, City Manager
SUBJECT:

Acceptance of the 2025 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program and Appropriation of Funds to Purchase Portable Radios for the Radio Communication System.

RECOMMENDATION:

Not Applicable.

EXPLANATION:

The Office of Justice Programs (OJP) Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) and the U.S.

Department of Justice announced that the City of National City is eligible for a grant award of $27,226.00 from the Fiscal Year 2025 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program – Local Solicitation, for the purchase of Portable Radios for the Communication System as dictated within the grant.

The JAG Program provides States and local governments with critical funding necessary to support a range of program areas, including, but not limited to, law enforcement, prosecution, court programs, prevention, and education programs. Applicants are required to complete an online application and submit a budget and various narratives justifying the use of the funds.

The 2025 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program is a direct grant allocation program and does not require the City to allocate any upfront costs or matching funds.

The City is required to make the grant application available for review and public comment for no less than 30 days as part of the governing body’s review. A formal award of the funds will not be made until the 30-day review requirement has concluded.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENT:

Upon approval, a budget adjustment will be made in the Police Department Grants Fund (290) as follows:

Revenue:
290-70-21-21717-3498- Other Federal Grants (Edward Byrne Memorial JAG Program) Expenditure:
290-70-21-21717-7518- Public Safety Equipment (Edward Byrne Memorial JAG Program) RELATED CITY COUNCIL 2020-2025 STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL:

Public Safety
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:

This is not a project under CEQA, and is therefore, not subject to environmental review.

CCR15378; PRC 21065.

PUBLIC NOTIFICATION:

The Agenda Report was posted at least 72 hours before the Regular Meeting date and time, and 24 hours before a Special Meeting in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act.

ORDINANCE:

Not Applicable
EXHIBITS:

Exhibit A – FY25 JAG BUDGET NARRATIVE
Exhibit B – Award Details
Exhibit C – Grant Application Package
Exhibit D – Manifest
Exhibit E – Form SF424_4_0-V4.0
Exhibit F – Resolution

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1. Purchase of (4) Motorola APX 6000 radios and associated accessories and software.

2. The total estimated cost for the (4) Motorola APX 6000 radios will be $27, 216.80 E. Supplies – No supply costs in application
F. Construction – No construction costs in application
G. Consultants/Contracts – No consultants/contracts costs in application H. Indirect Costs – No indirect costs in this application Budget Summary
Personnel $0
Fringe Benefits $0
Travel $0
Equipment $27, 216.80
Supplies $0
Construction $0
Consultants/Contracts $0

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NATIONAL CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT
Edward Byrne Memorial
Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program
O-BJA-2025-172542 Local Solicitation
National City Police Department
1200 National City Boulevard
National City, CA 91950
(619) 336-4400/Fax (619) 336-4525
www.nationalcitypd.org
Other Costs $0
Indirect Costs $0
Estimated total $27, 216.80
Federal Grant Request $27, 216.80
The equipment costs quoted in this Budget Narrative are approximations based on current availability. The National City Police Department will use JAG funds to purchase the highest quality and up to date technology equipment to meet our needs. The number of items ultimately purchased by the National City Police Department will be determined by costs and availability at the time of purchase. The National City Police Department will incur any costs over the current allocation of $27, 216.80.

Applicable sales taxes associated with the equipment items is calculated into the costs of the equipment.

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Department of Justice (DOJ)
Office of Justice Programs
Bureau of Justice Assistance

Washington, D.C. 20531

Name and Address of Recipient: CITY OF NATIONAL CITY
1200 NATIONAL CITY BLVD
City, State and Zip: NATIONAL CITY, CA 91950
Recipient UEI: KJA9JQQC2M75
Project Title: We are requesting funds to
purchase 4 portable police radios to be able to
effectively communicate and perform our law
enforcement functions in the field during calls
for service.

Award Number: 15PBJA-25-GG-03048-JAGX
Solicitation Title: BJA FY25 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program – Local Formula Federal Award Amount: $27,226.00 Federal Award Date: 7/31/26 Awarding Agency: Office of Justice Programs
Bureau of Justice Assistance
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Opportunity Category: M
Assistance Listing:

16.738 - Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program Project Period Start Date: 10/1/24 Project Period End Date: 9/30/28 Budget Period Start Date: 10/1/24 Budget Period End Date: 9/30/28 Project Description:

The National City Police Department is requesting to purchase 4 Motorola APX 6000 portable radios with this grant. The radios will be utilized and/or assigned to various divisions throughout the police department such as Patrol, Investigations, Gang Enforcement Unit, Homeless Outreach, Community Services and others. The National City Police Department is focused on providing a high level of service to the citizens and community of National City. This equipment will allow the police department to continue with its mission by being able to provide the proper equipment to its officers. Radios are a necessity in law enforcement as is provides vital communication to officers in the field. By being awarded this grant, the police department will be able to purchase 4 additional radios.

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Award Information
Application Number
GRANT14633655
Funding Instrument Type:

Grant
Award Number
15PBJA-25-GG-03048-JAGX
Supplement Number
00 Award Acceptance Date
no value
Assistance Listings Number Assistance Listings Program Title

16.738 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program Statutory Authority
Pub. L. No. 90-351, Title I, Part E, subpart 1 (codified at 34 U.S.C. 10151-10158); see also 28 U.S.C. 530C(a) Page: 2 of 4

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Current Authorized Representative
Title of Authorized Representative
Name of Authorized Representative
Roberto Gonzales
Solicitation Information
Solicitation Title
2025 BJA FY25 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program – Local Formula Project Title
We are requesting funds to purchase 4 portable police radios to be able to effectively communicate and perform our law enforcement functions in the field during calls for service.

Project Description
The National City Police Department is requesting to purchase 4 Motorola APX 6000 portable radios with this grant. The radios will be utilized and/or assigned to various divisions throughout the police department such as Patrol, Investigations, Gang Enforcement Unit, Homeless Outreach, Community Services and others. The National City Police Department is focused on providing a high level of service to the citizens and community of National City. This equipment will allow the police department to continue with its mission by being able to provide the proper equipment to its officers. Radios are a necessity in law enforcement as is provides vital communication to officers in the field. By being awarded this grant, the police department will be able to purchase 4 additional radios.

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Project Budget Summary
This award did not receive a budget review as indicated by the budget review selection made when publishing a solicitation.

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Project Title
We are requesting funds to
purchase 4 portable police radios to
be able to effectively communicate
and perform our law enforcement
functions in the field during calls for
service.

Federal Estimated Funding
(Federal Share)
27216.8
Total Estimated Funding
27216.8
No items
Proposed Project Start Date
6/1/26
Applicant Estimated Funding
(Non-Federal Share)

0.0 Proposed Project End Date
1/1/27
Program Income Estimated
Funding

0.0 Type of Applicant 1: Select Applicant Type:

C: City or Township Government
Type of Applicant 2: Select Applicant Type:
——
Type of Applicant 3: Select Applicant Type:
——
Other (specify):
——
Standard Applicant Information
Project Information
Areas Affected by Project (Cities, Counties, States, etc.) Type Of Applicant

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Application POC Prefix
Name
Mr.

Application POC First Name
Roberto
Application POC Middle
Name
——
Application POC Last Name
Gonzales
Application POC Suffix
Name
——
Organizational Affiliation
National City Police Department
Title
Lieutenant
Email ID
[email protected]
Phone Number
619-336-4457
Fax Number
——
ORINumber
——
Is Application Subject to Review by State Under Executive Order 12372? a. This application was made available to the State under the Executive Order 12372 Process for review on:

State Review Available Date
05/06/2026
Is the Applicant Delinquent on Federal Debt?
No
Application Submitter Contact Information
Executive Order and Delinquent Debt Information

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Name
manifest.txt
Date Added
5/6/26
Name
Form SF424_4_0-V4.0.pdf
Date Added
5/6/26
Name
GrantApplication.xml
Date Added
5/6/26
Authorized Representative
Prefix Name
——
First Name
Roberto
Middle Name
Rosales
Last Name
Gonzales
Suffix Name
——
Title
Lieutenant
Verify Legal Name, Doing Business As, and Legal Address Legal Name

CITY OF NATIONAL CITY
Doing Business As

NATIONAL CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT
UEI
KJA9JQQC2M75
Street 1
1200 NATIONAL CITY BLVD
Street 2
City

NATIONAL CITY
State
CA
Zip/Postal Code
91950
SF424 Attachments (3)
Authorized Representative Information
Legal Address

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CongressionalDistrict Country
52 USA
The legal name + Doing Business As (DBA) and legal address define a unique entity in the system as represented in its entity profile. The profile legal name and address is applicable to ALL applications and awards associated to this fiscal agent.

1. If this information is correct confirm/acknowledge to continue with completion of this application.

I confirm this is the correct entity.

Signer Name
Roberto Gonzales
Certification Date / Time
05/11/2026 12:50 PM

2. If the information displayed does not accurately represent the legal entity applying for federal assistance:
a. Contact your Entity Administrator.
b. Contact the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) to update the entity legal name/address.

3. If the above information is not the entity for which this application is being submitted, Withdraw/Delete this application. Please initiate a new application in Grants.gov with using the correct UEI/SAM profile.

Certification
Proposal Abstract
The National City Police Department is requesting to purchase 4 Motorola APX 6000 portable radios with this grant. The radios will be utilized and/or assigned to various divisions throughout the police department such as Patrol, Investigations, Gang Enforcement Unit, Homeless Outreach, Community Services and others. The National City Police Department is focused on providing a high level of service to the citizens and community of National City. This equipment will allow the police department to continue with its mission by being able to provide the proper equipment to its officers. Radios are a necessity in law enforcement as is provides vital communication to officers in the field. By being awarded this grant, the police department will be able to purchase 4 additional radios.

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Name
FY25 JAG

PROPOSAL
NARRATIVE.pdf
Category
Proposal Narrative
Created by
Roberto Gonzales
Date
Added
05/11/202
6 Name
FY25 JAG BUDGET
NARRATIVE.pdf
Category
Budget Worksheet
Created by
Roberto Gonzales
Date
Added
05/11/202
6 No documents have been uploaded for Pre-Agreement Cost No documents have been uploaded for Indirect Cost Rate Agreement No documents have been uploaded for Consultant Rate Justification Data Requested with Application
Financial Management and System of Internal Controls
FY2025 JAG NOFO
Proposal Narrative
Budget and Associated Documentation
Budget / Financial Attachments
Budget Worksheet and Budget Narrative
Pre-Agreement Cost
Indirect Cost Rate Agreement
Consultant Rate Justification

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No documents have been uploaded for Employee Compensation Waiver No documents have been uploaded for Financial Management Questionnaire No documents have been uploaded for Additional Attachments The recommended files to upload are PDF, Microsoft Word and Excel.

No documents have been uploaded for Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) and Other Supportive Documents No documents have been uploaded for Documentation of Anticipated Benefit to Qualified Opportunity Zones (if applicable)
No documents have been uploaded for Research and Evaluation Independence and Integrity Statement No documents have been uploaded for Additional Attachments Employee Compensation Waiver
Financial Management Questionnaire (Including applicant disclosure of high-risk status) Additional Attachments
Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) and Other Supportive Documents Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) and Other Supportive Documents Upload
Additional Application Components
Documentation of Anticipated Benefit to Qualified Opportunity Zones (if applicable) Research and Evaluation Independence and Integrity Statement Additional Attachments

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The applicant is not required to submit a lobbying disclosure under 31 U.S.C. 1352 for this application.

No documents have been uploaded for Disclosure of Lobbying Activities No. [Applicant Name on SF-424] does not have (and is not proposed as a subrecipient under) any pending applications submitted within the last 12 months for federally funded grants or cooperative agreements (or for subawards under federal grants or cooperative agreements) that request funding to support the same project being proposed in this application to OJP and that would cover any identical cost items outlined in the budget submitted as part of this application.

Disclosures and Assurances
No Lobbying Activities
Disclosure of Duplication in Cost Items
DOJ Certified Standard Assurances
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

CERTIFIED STANDARD ASSURANCES
On behalf of the Applicant, and in support of this application for a grant or cooperative agreement, I certify under penalty of perjury to the U.S. Department of Justice ("Department"), that all of the following are true and correct:
(1) I have the authority to make the following representations on behalf of myself and the Applicant. I understand that these representations will be relied upon as material in any Department decision to make an award to the Applicant based on its application. (2) I certify that the Applicant has the legal authority to apply for the federal assistance sought by the application, and that it has the institutional, managerial, and financial capability (including funds sufficient to pay any required non-federal share of project costs) to plan, manage, and complete the project described in the application properly.

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(3) I assure that, throughout the period of performance for the award (if any) made by the Department based on the application--
a. the Applicant will comply with all award requirements and all federal statutes and regulations applicable to the award;
b. the Applicant will require all subrecipients to comply with all applicable award requirements and all applicable federal statutes and regulations; and
c. the Applicant will maintain safeguards to address and prevent any organizational conflict of interest, and also to prohibit employees from using their positions in any manner that poses, or appears to pose, a personal or financial conflict of interest. (4) The Applicant understands that the federal statutes and regulations applicable to the award (if any) made by the Department based on the application specifically include statutes and regulations pertaining to civil rights and nondiscrimination, and, in addition-- a. the Applicant understands that the applicable statutes pertaining to civil rights will include section 601 of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. § 2000d); section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 794); section 901 of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. § 1681); and section 303 of the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 (42 U.S.C. § 6102);
b. the Applicant understands that the applicable statutes pertaining to nondiscrimination may include section 809(c) of Title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. § 10228(c)); section 1407(e) of the Victims of Crime Act of 1984 (34 U.S.C. § 20110(e)); section 299A(b) of the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act of 2002 (34 U.S.C. § 11182(b)); and that the grant condition set out at section 40002(b)(13) of the Violence Against Women Act (34 U.S.C. § 12291(b)(13)), which will apply to all awards made by the Office on Violence Against Women, also may apply to an award made otherwise; c. the Applicant understands that it must require any subrecipient to comply with all such applicable statutes (and associated regulations); and
d. on behalf of the Applicant, I make the specific assurances set out in 28 C.F.R. §§ 42.105 and

42.204.
(5) The Applicant also understands that (in addition to any applicable program-specific regulations and to applicable federal regulations that pertain to civil rights and nondiscrimination) the federal regulations applicable to the award (if any) made by the Department based on the application may include, but are not limited to, 2 C.F.R. Part 2800 (the DOJ "Part 200 Uniform Requirements") and 28 C.F.R. Parts 22 (confidentiality - research and statistical information), 23 (criminal intelligence systems), 38 (regarding faith-based or religious organizations participating in federal financial assistance programs), and 46 (human subjects protection). (6) I assure that the Applicant will assist the Department as necessary (and will require subrecipients and contractors to assist as necessary) with the Department's compliance with section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 (54 U.S.C. § 306108), the Archeological and Historical Preservation Act of 1974 (54 U.S.C. §§ 312501-312508), and the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. §§ 4321-4335), and 28 C.F.R. Parts 61 (NEPA) and 63 (floodplains and wetlands). (7) I assure that the Applicant will give the Department and the Government Accountability Office, through any authorized representative, access to, and opportunity to examine, all paper or electronic records related to the award (if any) made by the Department based on the application. (8) If this application is for an award from the National Institute of Justice or the Bureau of Justice Statistics pursuant to which award funds may be made available (whether by the award directly or by any subaward at any tier) to an institution Page 48 of 460 of higher education (as defined at 34 U S C § 10251(a) Please Acknowledge
Signed
SignerID
[email protected]
Signing Date / Time
5/11/26 12:49 PM
any subaward at any tier) to an institution of higher education (as defined at 34 U.S.C. § 10251(a) (17)), I assure that, if any award funds actually are made available to such an institution, the Applicant will require that, throughout the period of performance-- a. each such institution comply with any requirements that are imposed on it by the First Amendment to the Constitution of the United States; and b. subject to par. a, each such institution comply with its own representations, if any, concerning academic freedom, freedom of inquiry and debate, research independence, and research integrity, at the institution, that are included in promotional materials, in official statements, in formal policies, in applications for grants (including this award application), for accreditation, or for licensing, or in submissions relating to such grants, accreditation, or licensing, or that otherwise are made or disseminated to students, to faculty, or to the general public. (9) I assure that, if the Applicant is a governmental entity, with respect to the award (if any) made by the Department based on the application--
a. it will comply with the requirements of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisitions Act of 1970 (42 U.S.C. §§ 4601-4655), which govern the treatment of persons displaced as a result of federal and federally-assisted programs; and b. it will comply with requirements of 5 U.S.C. §§ 1501-1508 and 7324-7328, which limit certain political activities of State or local government employees whose principal employment is in connection with an activity financed in whole or in part by federal assistance. (10) If the Applicant applies for and receives an award from the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office), I assure that as required by 34 U.S.C. § 10382(c)(11), it will, to the extent practicable and consistent with applicable law--including, but not limited to, the Indian SelfDetermination and Education Assistance Act--seek, recruit, and hire qualified members of racial and ethnic minority groups and qualified women in order to further effective law enforcement by increasing their ranks within the sworn positions, as provided under 34 U.S.C. § 10382(c)(11). (11) If the Applicant applies for and receives a DOJ award under the STOP School Violence Act program, I assure as required by 34 U.S.C. § 10552(a)(3), that it will maintain and report such data, records, and information (programmatic and financial) as DOJ may reasonably require.

I acknowledge that a materially false, fictitious, or fraudulent statement (or concealment or omission of a material fact) in this certification, or in the application that it supports, may be the subject of criminal prosecution (including under 18 U.S.C. §§ 1001 and/or 1621, and/or 34 U.S.C. §§ 10271-10273), and also may subject me and the Applicant to civil penalties and administrative remedies for false claims or otherwise (including under 31 U.S.C. §§ 3729-3730 and 3801-3812). I also acknowledge that the Department's awards, including certifications provided in connection with such awards, are subject to review by the Department, including by its Office of the Inspector General.

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DOJ Certifications Regarding Lobbying; Debarment, Suspension and Other Responsibility Matters; and Drug-Free Workplace Requirements; Law Enforcement and Community Policing U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
CERTIFICATIONS REGARDING LOBBYING; DEBARMENT, SUSPENSION AND OTHER RESPONSIBILITY MATTERS; DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE REQUIREMENTS; COORDINATION WITH

AFFECTED AGENCIES
Applicants should refer to the regulations and other requirements cited below to determine the certification to which they are required to attest. Applicants should also review the instructions for certification included in the regulations or other cited requirements before completing this form. The certifications shall be treated as a material representation of fact upon which reliance will be placed when the U.S. Department of Justice (“Department”) determines to award the covered transaction, grant, or cooperative agreement.

1. LOBBYING
As required by 31 U.S.C. § 1352, as implemented by 28 C.F.R. Part 69, the Applicant certifies and assures (to the extent applicable) the following:
(a)No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of the Applicant, to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with the making of any Federal grant, the entering into of any cooperative agreement, or the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any Federal grant or cooperative agreement;
(b)If the Applicant’s request for Federal funds is in excess of $100,000, and any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a member of Congress in connection with this Federal grant or cooperative agreement, the Applicant shall complete and submit Standard Form - LLL, “Disclosure of Lobbying Activities” in accordance with its (and any DOJ awarding agency’s) instructions; and
(c) The Applicant shall require that the language of this certification be included in the award documents for all subgrants and procurement contracts (and

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their subcontracts) funded with Federal award funds and shall ensure that any certifications or lobbying disclosures required of recipients of such subgrants and procurement contracts (or their subcontractors) are made and filed in accordance with 31 U.S.C. § 1352.

2. DEBARMENT, SUSPENSION, AND OTHER RESPONSIBILITY MATTERS A. Pursuant to Department regulations on nonprocurement debarment and suspension implemented at 2 C.F.R. Part 2867, and to other related requirements, the Applicant certifies, with respect to prospective participants in a primary tier “covered transaction,” as defined at 2 C.F.R. § 2867.20(a), that neither it nor any of its principals--
(a) is presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, sentenced to a denial of Federal benefits by a State or Federal court, or voluntarily excluded from covered transactions by any Federal department or agency;
(b) has within a three-year period preceding this application been convicted of a felony criminal violation under any Federal law, or been convicted or had a civil judgment rendered against it for commission of fraud or a criminal offense in connection with obtaining, attempting to obtain, or performing a public (Federal, State, tribal, or local) transaction or private agreement or transaction; violation of Federal or State antitrust statutes or commission of embezzlement, theft, forgery, bribery, falsification or destruction of records, making false statements, tax evasion or receiving stolen property, making false claims, or obstruction of justice, or commission of any offense indicating a lack of business integrity or business honesty that seriously and directly affects its (or its principals’) present responsibility; (c) is presently indicted for or otherwise criminally or civilly charged by a governmental entity (Federal, State, tribal, or local) with commission of any of the offenses enumerated in paragraph (b) of this certification; and/or (d) has within a three-year period preceding this application had one or more public transactions (Federal, State, tribal, or local) terminated for cause or default.

B. Where the Applicant is unable to certify to any of the statements in this certification, it shall attach an explanation to this application. Where the Applicant or any of its principals was convicted, within a three-year period preceding this application, of a felony criminal violation under any Federal law, the Applicant also must disclose such felony criminal conviction in writing to the Department (for OJP Applicants, to OJP at [email protected]; for OVW Applicants, to OVW at [email protected]; or for COPS Applicants, to COPS at [email protected]), unless such disclosure has already been made.

3. FEDERAL TAXES

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A. If the Applicant is a corporation, it certifies either that (1) the corporation has no unpaid Federal tax liability that has been assessed, for which all judicial and administrative remedies have been exhausted or have lapsed, that is not being paid in a timely manner pursuant to an agreement with the authority responsible for collecting the tax liability, or (2) the corporation has provided written notice of such an unpaid tax liability (or liabilities) to the Department (for OJP Applicants, to OJP at [email protected]; for OVW Applicants, to OVW at [email protected]; or for COPS Applicants, to COPS at [email protected]).

B. Where the Applicant is unable to certify to any of the statements in this certification, it shall attach an explanation to this application.

4. DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE (GRANTEES OTHER THAN INDIVIDUALS) As required by the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, as implemented at 28 C.F.R.

Part 83, Subpart F, for grantees, as defined at 28 C.F.R. §§ 83.620 and 83.650:

A. The Applicant certifies and assures that it will, or will continue to, provide a drug-free workplace by--
(a)Publishing a statement notifying employees that the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited in its workplace and specifying the actions that will be taken against employees for violation of such prohibition;
(b) Establishing an on-going drug-free awareness program to inform employees about--
(1) The dangers of drug abuse in the workplace;
(2) The Applicant’s policy of maintaining a drug-free workplace; (3) Any available drug counseling, rehabilitation, and employee assistance programs; and
(4) The penalties that may be imposed upon employees for drug abuse violations occurring in the workplace;
(c) Making it a requirement that each employee to be engaged in the performance of the award be given a copy of the statement required by paragraph (a);
(d) Notifying the employee in the statement required by paragraph (a) that, as a condition of employment under the award, the employee will-- (1) Abide by the terms of the statement; and
(2) Notify the employer in writing of the employee’s conviction for a violation of a criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace no later than five calendar days after such conviction;
(e) Notifying the Department, in writing, within 10 calendar days after receiving notice under subparagraph (d)(2) from an employee or otherwise receiving actual notice of such conviction. Employers of convicted employees must provide notice, including position title of any such convicted employee to

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Please Acknowledge
Certified
SignerID
[email protected]
Signing Date / Time
p g p y p y
the Department, as follows:

For COPS award recipients - COPS Office, 145 N Street, NE, Washington, DC, 20530;
For OJP and OVW award recipients - U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, ATTN: Control Desk, 999 North Capitol Street, NE Washington, DC 20531.

Notice shall include the identification number(s) of each affected award; (f) Taking one of the following actions, within 30 calendar days of receiving notice under subparagraph (d)(2), with respect to any employee who is so convicted:
(1) Taking appropriate personnel action against such an employee, up to and including termination, consistent with the requirements of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended; or
(2) Requiring such employee to participate satisfactorily in a drug abuse assistance or rehabilitation program approved for such purposes by a Federal, State, or local health, law enforcement, or other appropriate agency; and (g) Making a good faith effort to continue to maintain a drug-free workplace through implementation of paragraphs (a), (b), (c), (d), (e), and (f).

5. COORDINATION REQUIRED UNDER PUBLIC SAFETY AND COMMUNITY POLICING PROGRAMS As required by the Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Act of 1994, at 34 U.S.C. § 10382(c)(5), if this application is for a COPS award, the Applicant certifies that there has been appropriate coordination with all agencies that may be affected by its award. Affected agencies may include, among others, Offices of the United States Attorneys; State, local, or tribal prosecutors; or correctional agencies.

I acknowledge that a materially false, fictitious, or fraudulent statement (or concealment or omission of a material fact) in this certification, or in the application that it supports, may be the subject of criminal prosecution (including under 18 U.S.C. §§ 1001 and/or 1621, and/or 34 U.S.C. §§ 10271-10273), and also may subject me and the Applicant to civil penalties and administrative remedies for false claims or otherwise (including under 31 U.S.C. §§ 3729-3730 and 3801-3812). I also acknowledge that the Department’s awards, including certifications provided in connection with such awards, are subject to review by the Department, including by its Office of the Inspector General.

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5/11/26 12:49 PM
Other Disclosures and Assurances
No documents have been uploaded for Application Disclosure and Justification - DOJ High Risk Grantees No documents have been uploaded for Other Disclosures and Assurances Applicant Disclosure and Justification - DOJ High Risk Grantees (if applicable) Declaration and Certification to the U.S. Department of Justice as to this Application Submission By [taking this action], I --

1. Declare the following to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), under penalty of perjury: (1) I have authority to make this declaration and certification on behalf of the applicant; (2) I have conducted or there was conducted (including by the applicant’s legal counsel as appropriate, and made available to me) a diligent review of all requirements pertinent to and all matters encompassed by this declaration and certification.

2. Certify to DOJ, under penalty of perjury, on behalf of myself and the applicant, to the best of my knowledge and belief, that the following are true as of the date of this application submission: (1) I have reviewed this application and all supporting materials submitted in connection therewith (including anything submitted in support of this application by any person on behalf of the applicant before or at the time of the application submission and any materials that accompany this declaration and certification); (2) The information in this application and in all supporting materials is accurate, true, and complete information as of the date of this request; and (3) I have the authority to submit this application on behalf of the applicant.

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Please Acknowledge
Signed
SignerID
[email protected]
Signing Date / Time
5/11/26 12:49 PM
No documents have been uploaded for Other
Certified

3. Declare the following to DOJ, under penalty of perjury, on behalf of myself and the applicant: (1) I understand that, in taking (or not taking) any action pursuant to this declaration and certification, DOJ will rely upon this declaration and certification as a material representation; and (2) I understand that any materially false, fictitious, or fraudulent information or statement in this declaration and certification (or concealment or omission of a material fact as to either) may be the subject of criminal prosecution (including under 18 U.S.C. §§ 1001 and/or 1621, and/or 34 U.S.C. §§ 10271-10273), and also may subject me and the applicant to civil penalties and administrative remedies under the federal False Claims Act (including under 31 U.S.C. §§ 3729-3730 and/or §§ 3801-3812) or otherwise.

Other

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Manifest for Grant Application # GRANT14633655
Grant Application XML file (total 1):

1. GrantApplication.xml. (size 7335 bytes)
Forms Included in Zip File(total 1):

1. Form SF424_4_0‐V4.0.pdf (size 24343 bytes)
Attachments Included in Zip File (total 0):

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OMB Number: 4040-0004
Expiration Date: 03/31/2029
* 1. Type of Submission: * 2. Type of Application:
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Category 2: Applicants with allocation amounts $25,000 or more We are requesting funds to purchase 4 portable police radios to be able to effectively communicate and perform our law enforcement functions in the field during calls for service.

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RESOLUTION NO. 2026 –

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF THE NATIONAL CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT’S GRANT AWARD IN THE AMOUNT OF $27,226.00 FROM THE FISCAL YEAR 2025 EDWARD

BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT PROGRAM TO PURCHASE

PORTABLE RADIOS FOR THE RADIO COMMUNICATION SYSTEM, AND AUTHORIZING

THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN APPROPRIATION AND CORRESPONDING REVENUE BUDGET IN THE AMOUNT OF $27,226 IN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT GRANTS FUND.

WHEREAS, the Justice Assistance Grant (“JAG”) Program provides states and local governments with critical funding necessary to support a range of program areas including, but not limited to, law enforcement, prosecution, court programs, prevention, and education programs; and
WHEREAS, the Office of Justice Programs Bureau of Justice Assistance and the United States Department of Justice announced that the City of National City (“City”) is eligible for a grant award of $27,226.00 from the Fiscal Year 2025 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program – Local Solicitation, for the purchase of portable radios for the radio communication system; and

WHEREAS, the JAG Program is a direct grant allocation program and does not require the City to allocate any upfront costs or matching funds; and WHEREAS, the grant program requires the City to make the grant application available for review and public comment for no less than 30 days, after which formal award can be made.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA, DOES RESOLVE, DECLARE, DETERMINE, AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1: That the City Council hereby authorizes the acceptance of the National City Police Department’s Fiscal Year 2025 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Grant Program award in the amount of $27,266 upon expiration of the 30-day review and public comment period.

Section 2: That the City Council hereby authorizes the establishment of an appropriation and corresponding revenue budget in the amount of $27,226.00 in the Police Department Grants Fund to purchase portable radios for the radio communication system.

Section 3: That the City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution and enter it into the book of original Resolutions.

PASSED and ADOPTED this 20th day of October 2026.

Ron Morrison, Mayor
ATTEST:

Shelley Chapel, MMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Heidi Skinner, City Attorney

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AGENDA REPORT
Department: Engineering and Public Works
Prepared by: Luca Zappiello, Principal Civil Engineer
Meeting Date: Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Approved by: Douglas J. Schulze, City Manager
SUBJECT:

Adoption of the Revalidated National City Systemic Safety Analysis Report Program (SSARP) / Local Roadway Safety Plan (LRSP).

RECOMMENDATION:

The Traffic Safety Committee recommended the revalidated SSARP/LRSP for adoption by the City Council.

EXPLANATION:

On May 19, 2017, the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) awarded the City of National City a $90,000 Systemic Safety Analysis Report Program (SSARP) grant to complete a Citywide Traffic Safety Study, which required a $10,000 local match. On July 17, 2018, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2018-124 authorizing the Mayor to execute a Program Supplement Agreement to accept funding and establish appropriations.

Federal regulations require that each State have a Strategic Highway Safety Plan (SHSP). While the SHSP is used as a statewide approach for improving roadway safety, an SSARP/LRSP allows local road owners to address unique highway safety needs in their jurisdictions while contributing to the success of the SHSP.

The original SSARP/LRSP, completed in February 2021 and attached as Exhibit A, provides an essential tool for developing and prioritizing future roadway safety improvement projects. Traffic collision data available from the Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS) for the 5-year period of January 1, 2013, through December 31, 2017, was analyzed to identify intersections and roadway segments experiencing a high number of collisions. Prioritization was given to severe collisions, and collisions involving vulnerable user groups such as pedestrians and bicycles. Safety countermeasures consistent with Caltrans’ Local Roadway Safety Manual were recommended based on evaluation of contributing factors such as type of collision and roadway characteristics (e.g., number of lanes, traffic volumes, speed limits, intersection controls, lighting, etc.) Projects were then identified using a systemic approach.

Examples of safety countermeasures include:
 Improve signal hardware

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 Install/upgrade pedestrian crossing at uncontrolled locations  Add segment lighting
 Improve sight distance to intersections
 Install raised medians
 Modify signal phasing to implement Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI) In April 2024, City staff worked with one of the City’s on-call traffic engineering consultants to prepare an Addendum to the Systemic Safety Analysis Report Program/Local Roadway Safety Plan (SSARP/LRSP). The Addendum was necessary to incorporate community outreach, an equity analysis, and a road safety policy review, as well as to define roles and responsibilities for the ongoing implementation of the LRSP. On August 6, 2024, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2024-73 approving the SSARP/LRSP. Adoption of the SSARP/LRSP by the City Council was required to maintain the City’s eligibility to compete for funding through various State and Federal grant programs, including the Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) and the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) program.

In May 2024, the City applied for grant funding through the SS4A program. In September 2024, staff was notified by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) that the City was awarded a grant in the amount of $144,000 to update the City’s safety data analysis and conduct public engagement as part of the SSARP/LRSP. On February 17, 2026, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2026-17 authorizing execution of a Grant Agreement with the FHWA for the $144,000 SS4A grant. Staff anticipates beginning work on the comprehensive update of the City’s SSARP/LRSP in early 2027.

In July 2026, Caltrans announced the call for projects for the Local Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) Cycle 13, with an application deadline of November 2, 2026. To be eligible to apply for funding under this cycle, the City is required to have a current and validated SSARP/LRSP. Accordingly, City staff initiated the preparation of a revalidation of the existing SSARP/LRSP. The City intends to submit grant applications for projects under the HSIP Cycle 13 funding opportunity.

The attached SSARP/LRSP Revalidation includes an update of the most recent five years of finalized SWITRS crash data obtained from the UC Berkeley Transportation Injury Mapping System (TIMS) database. The crash data is categorized by intersection and mid-block locations.

The findings of the crash data analysis are presented using charts and tables similar to those included in the existing LRSP. The updated crash data analysis is also compared with the crash data analysis conducted as part of the 2021 LRSP.

Based on the updated crash data analysis, staff identified systemic safety issues and recommended proven safety countermeasures to address those issues. Staff also updated the high-risk corridors identified in the LRSP and provided recommendations for appropriate countermeasures based on the revised crash data analysis.

FINANCIAL STATEMENT:

Adoption of this revalidated SSARP/LRSP does not have any immediate financial impact. If the grant applications submitted for the HSIP Cycle 13 program result in grant awards to the City, staff will bring applicable items to Council for future consideration and action.

RELATED CITY COUNCIL 2020-2025 STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL:

Public Safety
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:

This is not a project under CEQA and is therefore not subject to environmental review. CCR15378; PRC 21065.

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PUBLIC NOTIFICATION:

The Agenda Report was posted at least 72 hours before the Regular Meeting date and time, and 24 hours before a Special Meeting in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act.

ORDINANCE:

Not Applicable
EXHIBITS:

Exhibit A – SSARP/LRSP (February 2021)
Exhibit B – SSARP/LRSP Addendum (April 2024)
Exhibit C – SSARP/LRSP Revalidation (October 2026)
Exhibit D – Resolution

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City of National City
Systemic Safety Analysis Report Program (SSARP) /
Local Roadway Safety Plan (LRSP)
February 2021
Prepared For:

City of National City
1243 National City Boulevard
National City, CA 91950
Submitted By:

Chen Ryan Associates, Inc.
3900 Fifth Avenue, Suite 310
San Diego, CA 92103

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Engineers Seal
By signing and stamping this Systemic Safety Analysis Report, the engineer is attesting to this report’s technical information and engineering data upon which local agency’s recommendations, conclusions, and decisions are made.

Statement of Protection of Data from Discovery and Admissions Section 148 of Title 23, United States Code [23 U.S.C. §145(h) (4)]:

REPORTS DISCOVERY AND ADMISSION INTO EVIDENCE OF CERTAIN REPORTS, SURVEYS, AND INFORMATION – Notwithstanding any other provision of law, reports, surveys, schedules, lists, or data compiled or collected for any purpose relating to this section, shall not be subject to discovery or admitted into evidence in a Federal or State court proceeding or considered for other purposes in any action for damages arising from any occurrence at a location identified or addressed in the reports, surveys, schedules, lists, or other data.

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Table of Contents
Executive Summary .................................................................................................................... 1 Project Vision and Goals.......................................................................................................... 1 Project Approach ..................................................................................................................... 1 Systemic Collision Matrices & Citywide Recommendations.................................................... 2 High Collision Corridors & Recommendations......................................................................... 9 Neighborhood Countermeasures.......................................................................................... 19 Prioritized Safety Projects...................................................................................................... 22

1. Introduction ......................................................................................................................... 1 Project Vision and Goals.......................................................................................................... 1 Stakeholder Coordination........................................................................................................ 1 Report Organization................................................................................................................. 2

2. Safety Data Utilized .............................................................................................................. 3 Collision Database.................................................................................................................... 3 Categorization.......................................................................................................................... 3

3. Data Analysis Techniques ...................................................................................................... 5 Systemic Collision Matrices...................................................................................................... 5 Neighborhood Countermeasures............................................................................................ 5 High Collision Frequency Intersections and Segments............................................................ 5 Focused Corridor Analyses....................................................................................................... 6 Best Practices and Document Review...................................................................................... 6

4. Highest Occurring Crash Types & Citywide Recommendations .............................................. 7 Pedestrian Collisions................................................................................................................ 7 Bicycle Collisions.................................................................................................................... 12 Vehicular Collisions................................................................................................................ 17 Systemic Collision Matrices.................................................................................................... 21 Neighborhood Countermeasures.......................................................................................... 29

5. High-Risk Corridors & Recommended Countermeasures ...................................................... 33 Intersection Collisions............................................................................................................ 33 Segment Collisions................................................................................................................. 37 High Collision Corridors ......................................................................................................... 40

6. Prioritized Safety Project Scope & Crash Reduction Factors .................................................. 93 List of Tables
Table ES-1 Intersection Matrix – All Injury Collisions................................................................................... 3 Table ES-2 Intersection Matrix – Severe/Fatal Injury Collisions .................................................................. 4 Table ES-3 Systemic Intersection Issues and Recommended Countermeasures......................................... 5 Table ES-4 Segment Matrix – All Injury Collisions........................................................................................ 6 Table ES-5 Segment Matrix – Severe/Fatal Injury Collisions........................................................................ 7 Table ES-6 Systemic Segment Issues and Recommended Countermeasures.............................................. 8 Table ES-7 High Collision Corridor Countermeasure Summary Table .......................................................11

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Table ES-8 Countermeasures for Neighborhood Streets...........................................................................20 Table 2-1 Collisions by Location and Mode ............................................................................................... 4 Table 4-1 Pedestrian Collision Injury Severity by Roadway Location......................................................... 8 Table 4-2 Pedestrian Collision Violation Code by Injury Severity............................................................... 9 Table 4-3 Bicycle Collision Injury Severity by Roadway Location.............................................................12 Table 4-4 Bicycle Collision Violation Code by Injury Severity...................................................................14 Table 4-5 Bicycle-Vehicle Collisions by Bicycle and Driver Movements...................................................16 Table 4-6 Injury Severity by Roadway Location – Vehicular Collisions.....................................................17 Table 4-7 Crash Type by Roadway Location ............................................................................................18 Table 4-8 Vehicular Collision Crash Type by Injury Severity ....................................................................18 Table 4-9 Vehicular Collision Violation Code by Injury Severity...............................................................19 Table 4-10 Intersection Matrix – All Injury Collisions.................................................................................22 Table 4-11 Intersection Matrix – Severe/Fatal Injury Collisions ................................................................23 Table 4-12 Systemic Intersection Issues and Recommended Countermeasures.......................................24 Table 4-13 Segment Matrix – All Injury Collisions......................................................................................26 Table 4-14 Segment Matrix – Severe/Fatal Injury Collisions......................................................................27 Table 4-15 Systemic Segment Issues and Recommended Countermeasures............................................28 Table 4-16 Countermeasures for Neighborhood Streets...........................................................................31 Table 5-1 Intersections by Severe/Fatal Injury Collision Frequency ........................................................33 Table 5-2 Intersections by Collision Frequency (All Modes)....................................................................36 Table 5-3 Segments by Severe/Fatal Collision Frequency (All Modes) ....................................................39 Table 5-4 Segments by Collision Frequency (All Modes) .........................................................................40 Table 5-6 Highland Avenue Countermeasure Summary..........................................................................43 Table 5-7 Euclid Avenue Countermeasure Summary ..............................................................................51 Table 5-8 Plaza Boulevard / Paradise Valley Road Countermeasure Summary .......................................57 Table 5-9 8th Street Countermeasure Summary ......................................................................................65 Table 5-10 16th Street Countermeasure Summary ....................................................................................73 Table 5-11 18th Street Countermeasure Summary ....................................................................................81 Table 5-12 30th Street / Sweetwater Road Countermeasure Summary.....................................................89

List of Figures
Figure ES-1 High Collision Corridors ...................................................................................................... ES-10 Figure 2-1 Collisions by Location and Mode ...............................................................................................4 Figure 4-1 Pedestrian Collision Injury Severity by Roadway Location.........................................................7 Figure 4-2 Pedestrian Collision Party-at-Fault by Roadway Location..........................................................8 Figure 4-3 Pedestrian Intersection Collisions by Driver Movement..........................................................11 Figure 4-4 Bicycle Collision Injury Severity by Roadway Location.............................................................12 Figure 4-5 Bicycle Collision Party at Fault by Roadway Location...............................................................13 Figure 4-6 Injury Severity by Roadway Location – Vehicular Collisions.....................................................17 Figure 4-7 Collisions on Two-Lane Roadways with 25mph Speed Limit....................................................30 Figure 5-1 Severe/Fatal Injury Collision Frequency at Intersections.........................................................34 Figure 5-2 High Frequency Collision Intersections....................................................................................35 Figure 5-3 Severe/Fatal Injury Collision Frequency along Segments ........................................................38 Figure 5-4 High Collision Corridors ...........................................................................................................41 Figure 5-5 Highland Avenue Corridor .......................................................................................................45 Figure 5-6 Euclid Avenue Corridor............................................................................................................52 Figure 5-7 Plaza Boulevard/Paradise Valley Road Corridor.......................................................................58

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Figure 5-8 8th Street Corridor...................................................................................................................66 Figure 5-9 16th Street Corridor.................................................................................................................74 Figure 5-10 18th Street Corridor.................................................................................................................82 Figure 5-11 30th Street / Sweetwater Road Corridor.................................................................................90 Figure 6-1 Conceptual Design of Proposed Improvements – Countermeasure Group 1..........................97 Figure 6-2 Conceptual Design of Proposed Improvements – Countermeasure Group 2..........................98 Figure 6-3 Conceptual Design of Proposed Improvements – Countermeasure Group 3..........................99 Figure 6-4 Conceptual Design of Proposed Improvements – Countermeasure Group 4........................100 Appendices
Appendix A Best Practices and Document Review
Appendix B Descriptive Statistics Analysis
Appendix C Corridor Specific Issues and Recommendations Appendix D HSIP Analyzer Results

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City of National City
Systemic Safety Analysis Report Program /
ES-1 Local Roadway Safety Plan
Executive Summary
The City of National City undertook a Citywide Systemic Safety Analysis Report Program (SSARP) / Local Roadway Safety Plan (LRSP) as a means to identify both citywide and site-specific safety issues facing pedestrians, bicyclists, and vehicles. The project examined the most recent 5-years of collision data available from the Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), January 1, 2013 – December 31, 2017.

This project was funded through a Caltrans Systemic Safety Analysis Report Program grant and prepared in accordance with the SSARP guidelines. During the project, Caltrans initiated the Local Roadway Safety Plan program as a replacement of the SSARP. Some of the main differences between the two programs include stakeholder involvement and the identification of vision statement(s) and goal(s) to support the vision. These topics were incorporated into this project to ensure eligibility for future Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) grant cycles.

Project Vision and Goals
The vision of National City SSARP/LRSP is to improve multimodal safety across National City by reducing fatal and severe injuries through traditional and innovative infrastructure, striping, and operational enhancements, and coordination with entities responsible for carrying out enforcement and education strategies.

The following goals are intended to support the vision:
• Secure grant funding to implement the countermeasures and roadway enhancements identified through this project and other efforts.
• Continue to coordinate with local law enforcement related to behavioral safety issues, such as speeding and driving under the influence.
• Continue to coordinate with non-profits, school districts, and other organizations to educate the public on safe behaviors related to mobility, such as safe walking and bicycling.

Project Approach
The collision records were reviewed and refined to develop a collision database of injury records occurring on City of National City roadways (excluding those on freeways, freeway ramps, property damage only collisions, and records that could not be geocoded). The total number of records in the final database was 977.

Safety issues were identified through three analyses efforts, 1) systemic collision matrices to look at citywide collisions holistically, 2) an assessment of high collision corridors based on high frequency collision intersections and segments, and 3) a focused review of collisions occurring on neighborhood streets – defined as two-lane roadways with a speed limit of 25 mph. From these issues, a series of recommendations or countermeasures were identified.

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City of National City
Systemic Safety Analysis Report Program /
ES-2 Local Roadway Safety Plan
Systemic Collision Matrices & Citywide Recommendations
Separate matrices were prepared for collisions occurring within the intersection footprint and those along segments. These two groupings were further refined to display matrix sets consisting of all injury collisions and those resulting in a severe injury or fatality. Recommendations were developed to address the citywide findings, intended to be implemented across similar environments throughout the City.

The all injury intersection matrix featured 606 collisions, while 45 collisions were included within the severe injury or fatality intersection matrix. The intersection collision matrix incorporated behaviors (crash types and reported violations) as rows and roadway environments (intersection control and number of though-lanes) as columns. Table ES-1 displays the resulting intersection matrix for all injuries, while Table ES-2 focuses on the severe and fatal injury collisions.

The key issues identified with the systemic intersection matrix and resulting recommendations are presented in Table ES-3. The Caltrans Local Roadway Safety Manual (LRSM) countermeasure ID for the recommendation is also provided for each countermeasure, where relevant.

The all injury segment matrix consisted of 371 collision records. The severe and fatal injury segment matrix included 35 records. Similar to the intersection matrix, the segment matrix drew from behaviors (crash types and reported violations) as rows and roadway environments (posted speed limit and number of lanes) as columns. Table ES-4 displays the resulting segment matrix for all injuries. Table ES-5 shows the severe and fatal injury segment matrix.

The key issues identified with the systemic segment matrices and resulting recommendations are presented in Table ES-6.

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City of National City
Systemic Safety Analysis Report Program /
ES-3 Local Roadway Safety Plan
Table ES-1 Intersection Matrix – All Injury Collisions

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City of National City
Systemic Safety Analysis Report Program /
ES-4 Local Roadway Safety Plan
Table ES-2 Intersection Matrix – Severe/Fatal Injury Collisions

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City of National City
Systemic Safety Analysis Report Program /
ES-5 Local Roadway Safety Plan
Table ES-3 Systemic Intersection Issues and Recommended Countermeasures Issue Recommended Countermeasure1
Broadside Collisions
Issue #1: Broadside collisions resulting from failure to yield or failure to stop at the limit line at signalized intersections, where:
• 4-lane intersects with 2-lane
• 4-lane intersects with 4-lane
Improve visibility of signal heads and intersections through the following:
• S2 Improve signal hardware – one signal head per through lane on overhead mast arm (CRF 15%) • S18PB Install pedestrian crossing (continental crosswalks) (CRF 25% B&P) • S20PB Install advance stop bar before crosswalk (CRF 15% B&P) Issue #2: Broadside collisions resulting from failure to yield or failure to stop at the limit line at side street stop-controlled intersections, where:
• 2-lane intersects with 2-lane
• 4-lane intersects with 2-lane
• NS2 Convert to all-way stop control (CRF 50%)
• NS3 Install signals (CRF 30%)
• NS6 Install/upgrade larger or additional stop signs or other intersection warning/regulatory signs (CRF 15%)
• NS11 Improve sight distance to intersection (clear sight triangles) (CRF 20%) Issue #3: Broadside collisions resulting from failure to yield or failure to stop at the limit line when making left-turn at signalized intersections, where:
• 4-lane intersects with 4-lane
• S6 Install left-turn lane and add turn phase (signal has no left-turn lane or phase before) (CRF 55%) • S7 Provide protected left turn phase (left-turn lane already exists) (CRF 30%) Pedestrian Collisions
Issue #1: Pedestrian collisions resulting from failure to yield to pedestrian in the crosswalk or failure to stop at the limit line at signalized intersections where:
• 4-lane intersects with 2-lane
• 4-lane intersects with 4-lane
• S6 Provide protected left turn phase
• S20 Install pedestrian crossing (continental crosswalks) (CRF 25% B&P), consider:
o Curb extensions
o Pedestrian signage
o NO RIGHT ON RED turn restrictions
• S21 Install advance stop bar before crosswalk (CRF 15% B&P) • S22 Modify signal phasing to implement a Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI) (CRF 60% B&P) Issue #2: Pedestrian collisions resulting from pedestrian at-fault violations at signalized intersections
Encourage pedestrians to cross when they have the right-of-way and at legal crossing locations:
• S19 Install pedestrian countdown signal heads (CRF 25% P&B • S20 Install pedestrian crossing (continental crosswalks) (CRF 25% B&P) • S21 Install advance stop bar before crosswalk (CRF 15% B&P) • S22 Modify signal phasing to implement a Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI) (CRF 60% B&P) Note: 1 Countermeasure ID and Crash Reduction Factor (CRF) obtained from Caltrans’ Local Roadway Safety Manual, Version 1.5 (April 2020)

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City of National City
Systemic Safety Analysis Report Program /
ES-6 Local Roadway Safety Plan
Table ES-4 Segment Matrix – All Injury Collisions

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City of National City
Systemic Safety Analysis Report Program /
ES-7 Local Roadway Safety Plan
Table ES-5 Segment Matrix – Severe/Fatal Injury Collisions

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City of National City
Systemic Safety Analysis Report Program /
ES-8 Local Roadway Safety Plan
Table ES-6 Systemic Segment Issues and Recommended Countermeasures Issue Recommended Countermeasure1
Rear End Collisions
Rear end collisions resulting from unsafe speeds along 4-lane roadways.
• R8 Install raised median (CRF 25%)
• R14 Road diet (CRF 30%)
• R22 Install/upgrade signs with new fluorescent sheeting (CRF 15%) • R26 Install dynamic/variable speed warning signs (CRF 30%) • S10 or NS9 Install flashing beacons as advance warning (CRF 30%) Broadside Collisions
Broadside collisions resulting from failure to yield
• R8 Install raised median (CRF 25%)
• R14 Road diet (CRF 30%)
• NS15 Create directional median openings to allow (and restrict) left-turns and U-turns (CRF 50%) Pedestrian Collisions
Pedestrian collisions resulting from pedestrian at-fault violations at mid-block locations
Emphasize safe, legal crossing locations through the provision of continental crosswalks • R8 Install raised median (CRF 25%)
• R14 Road diet (CRF 30%)
• R35PB Install/upgrade pedestrian crossing (with enhanced safety features) (CRF 30%) • R37PB Install Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) (CRF 35%) • NS23PB Install Pedestrian signal (including Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon) (CRF 55%) Note: 1 Countermeasure ID and Crash Reduction Factor (CRF) obtained from Caltrans’ Local Roadway Safety Manual, Version 1.5 (April 2020)

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City of National City
Systemic Safety Analysis Report Program /
ES-9 Local Roadway Safety Plan
High Collision Corridors & Recommendations
Collision frequencies were determined at intersections and along segments to identify high frequency collision locations, with a focus on those resulting in a severe or fatal injury. Figure ES1 identifies intersections and segments that experienced severe or fatal injury collisions, and any intersections or segments with more than five reported collisions, regardless of injury severity.

The figure also depicts the following seven high collision corridors that were focused on to identify issues and countermeasures:
• Euclid Avenue, from Beta Street to 18th Street
• Highland Avenue, from Division Street to SR-54 EB Ramps • Plaza Boulevard / Paradise Valley Road, from Coolidge Avenue to E Plaza Boulevard • 8th Street, from Harbor Drive to Paradise Valley Road/Plaza Boulevard • 16th Street, from Wilson Avenue to Rachel Avenue
• 18th Street, from Wilson Avenue to Rachel Avenue
• 30th Street / Sweetwater Road, from Hoover Avenue to Plaza Bonita Center Way Table ES-7 summarizes the issues and corresponding countermeasures identified for each corridor.

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Table ES-7 High Collision Corridor Countermeasure Summary Table Recommended Countermeasures1 Location(s)
Highland Avenue, from Division Street to SR-54 EB Ramps S2 Improve signal hardware (provide overhead mounted signal head for each through lane)
Signalized intersections at:
• Highland Avenue / Plaza Boulevard
• Highland Avenue / 30th Street
S2 Improve signal hardware (provide back-plates with
retroreflective borders)
Signal heads at:
• Highland Avenue / 3rd Street
S3 Improve signal timing (provide NO RIGHT ON RED signage) Signalized intersections at:
• Highland Avenue / 18th Street (southbound approach)
• Highland Avenue / Plaza Boulevard (all approaches – restrict during school arrival/dismissal) S17PB Install pedestrian countdown signal heads
Existing signalized intersection crossing legs at:
• Highland Avenue / 18th Street
• Highland Avenue / 24th Street
• Highland Avenue / SR-54 WB Ramps
S18PB Install pedestrian crossing (high visibility continental crosswalks)
All legs of the following intersections (unless otherwise noted):
• Highland Avenue / 4th Street (east and west legs)
• Highland Avenue / 8th Street
• Highland Avenue / Plaza Boulevard
• Highland Avenue / 18th Street
• Highland Avenue / 21st Street
• Highland Avenue / 24th Street
• Highland Avenue / 30th Street
• Highland Avenue / SR-54 WB Ramps

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Table ES-7 High Collision Corridor Countermeasure Summary Table Recommended Countermeasures1 Location(s)
S20PB Install advance stop bar before crosswalk
All legs of the following intersections (unless otherwise noted):
• Highland Avenue / 8th Street
• Highland Avenue / Plaza Boulevard
• Highland Avenue / Walmart Driveway (north and south legs) • Highland Avenue / 21st Street
• Highland Avenue / 24th Street
• Highland Avenue / SR-54 WB Ramps
S21PB Modify signal phasing to implement a Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI)
Existing signalized intersection crossing legs at:
• Highland Avenue / 8th Street
• Highland Avenue / Plaza Boulevard
• Highland Avenue / 18th Street
• Highland Avenue / 24th Street
• Highland Avenue / 30th Street
NS21PB Install/upgrade pedestrian crossing at uncontrolled locations (provide advance yield markings on NB/SB approaches) Northbound and Southbound approaches at:
• Highland Avenue / 3rd Street
• Highland Avenue / 5th Street
• Highland Avenue / 6th Street
• Highland Avenue / 13th Street
• Highland Avenue / 14th Street
R8 Install raised median (provide turn pockets at intersections and major driveways; requires on-street parking removal)
Install along the following segment:
• Highland Avenue, from 16th Street to SR-54 WB Ramps
Extend left-turn pocket (non-LRSM countermeasure) Install at the following location:
• Highland Avenue southbound left-turn pocket onto EB SR-54 Euclid Avenue, from Beta Street to 18th Street

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Table ES-7 High Collision Corridor Countermeasure Summary Table Recommended Countermeasures1 Location(s)
S2 Improve signal hardware (provide back-plates with
retroreflective borders)
Signal heads at:
• Euclid Avenue / 8th Street
• Euclid Avenue / 16th Street
• Euclid Avenue / 18th Street
S7 Provide protected left-turn phase (left-turn lane already exists) All approaches at the intersection of:
• Euclid Avenue / 4th Street
S18PB Install pedestrian crossing (high visibility continental crosswalks)
All legs of the following intersections:
• Euclid Avenue / 4th Street
• Euclid Avenue / 8th Street
• Euclid Avenue / 16th Street
• Euclid Avenue / 18th Street
S20PB Install advance stop bar before crosswalk All legs of the following intersection:
• Euclid Avenue / 8th Street
R14 Road diet (reduce travel lanes from 4 to 2 through lanes and a two-way left-turn lane and bike lanes)
Install along the following segment:
• Euclid Avenue, from Division Street to 4th Street *** project implemented during SSARP development ***
Plaza Boulevard / Paradise Valley Road, from Coolidge Avenue to E Plaza Boulevard S2 Improve signal hardware (provide overhead mounted signal head for each through lane)
Signalized intersections at:
• Highland Avenue / Plaza Boulevard
• 8th Street / Plaza Boulevard / Paradise Valley Road
S2 Improve signal hardware (provide back-plates with
retroreflective borders)
Signal heads at:
• Highland Avenue / Plaza Boulevard
• 8th Street / Plaza Boulevard / Paradise Valley Road
S3 Improve signal timing (provide NO RIGHT ON RED signage during school arrival/dismissal periods)
Signalized intersection at:
• Highland Avenue / Plaza Boulevard (all approaches – restrict during school arrival/dismissal)

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Table ES-7 High Collision Corridor Countermeasure Summary Table Recommended Countermeasures1 Location(s)
S18PB Install pedestrian crossing (high visibility continental crosswalks)
All legs of the following intersection:
• Highland Avenue / Plaza Boulevard
S20PB Install advance stop bar before crosswalk All legs of the following intersection:
• Highland Avenue / Plaza Boulevard
S21PB Modify signal phasing to implement a Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI)
All legs of the following intersection:
• Highland Avenue / Plaza Boulevard
NS21PB Install/upgrade pedestrian crossing at uncontrolled locations (with enhanced safety features)
Provide marked crosswalks with advance yield/stop markings and curb extensions at the following intersections:
• B Avenue / Plaza Boulevard
• C Avenue / Plaza Boulevard
• D Avenue / Plaza Boulevard
• E Avenue / Plaza Boulevard
R8 Install raised median (provide turn pockets at intersections and major driveways)
Install along the following segment:
• Plaza Boulevard, from Euclid Avenue to the mid-block crossing to the east R14 Road Diet (reduce travel lanes from four lanes to two through lanes and a two-way left-turn lane; maintain on-street parking) Install along the following segment:
• Plaza Boulevard, from National City Boulevard to Highland Avenue (General Plan buildout ADT = 17,600 – 19,900; designated as a Community Corridor)
8th Street, from Harbor Drive to Plaza Boulevard / Paradise Valley Road S2 Improve signal hardware (provide overhead mounted signal head for each through lane)
Signalized intersection at:
• 8th Street / Plaza Boulevard / Paradise Valley Road
S2 Improve signal hardware (provide back-plates with
retroreflective borders)
Signal heads at:
• Euclid Avenue / 8th Street
• 8th Street / Plaza Boulevard / Paradise Valley Road
S3 Improve signal timing (provide NO RIGHT ON RED signage) Signalized intersection at:
• National City Boulevard / 8th Street

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Table ES-7 High Collision Corridor Countermeasure Summary Table Recommended Countermeasures1 Location(s)
S18PB Install pedestrian crossing (high visibility continental crosswalks)
All legs of the following intersections:
• Highland Avenue / 8th Street
• Harbison Avenue / 8th Street
S20PB Install advance stop bar before crosswalk
All legs of the following intersections:
• Highland Avenue / 8th Street
• Harbison Avenue / 8th Street
S21PB Modify signal phasing to implement a Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI)
All legs of the following intersections:
• National City Boulevard / 8th Street
• Highland Avenue / 8th Street
NS21PB Install/upgrade pedestrian crossing at uncontrolled locations (with enhanced safety features)
Provide high visibility marked crosswalks with advance yield/stop markings at the following location:
• T Avenue / 8th Street (north and east legs)
Provide curb extensions at the following location:
• T Avenue / 8th Street (east leg)
NS22PB Install Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) Install at the following location:
• T Avenue / 8th Street (east leg)
R8 Install raised median (provide turn pockets at intersections and major driveways)
Install along the following segments:
• 8th Street, from Highland Avenue to K Avenue
• 8th Street, from Palm Avenue to Rachael Avenue
16th Street, from Wilson Avenue to Rachel Avenue
S2 Improve signal hardware (provide back-plates with
retroreflective borders)
Signal heads at:
• Euclid Avenue / 16th Street
S18PB Install pedestrian crossing (high visibility continental crosswalks)
All legs of the following intersection:
• D Avenue / 16th Street
• Euclid Avenue / 16th Street
S20PB Install advance stop bar before crosswalk All legs of the following intersection:
• D Avenue / 16th Street

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Table ES-7 High Collision Corridor Countermeasure Summary Table Recommended Countermeasures1 Location(s)
S21PB Modify signal phasing to implement a Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI)
All legs of the following intersection:
• D Avenue / 16th Street
Install curb extensions (non-LRSM countermeasure at signalized intersections)
At the northwest and southeast corners of:
• D Avenue / 16th Street
18th Street, from Wilson Avenue to Rachel Avenue
S2 Improve signal hardware (provide overhead mounted signal head for each through lane)
Signalized intersection at:
• National City Boulevard / 18th Street ((northbound and southbound approaches) S2 Improve signal hardware (provide back-plates with
retroreflective borders)
Signal heads at:
• National City Boulevard / 18th Street
• Euclid Avenue / 18th Street
S3 Improve signal timing (provide NO RIGHT ON RED signage) Signalized intersection at:
• Highland Avenue / 18th Street (southbound approach)
S17PB Install pedestrian countdown signal heads Existing signalized intersection crossing legs at:
• Highland Avenue / 18th Street
S18PB Install pedestrian crossing (high visibility continental crosswalks)
All legs of the following intersections (unless otherwise noted):
• Highland Avenue / 18th Street
• L Avenue / 18th Street
• Euclid Avenue / 18th Street
S20PB Install advance stop bar before crosswalk All legs of the following intersection:
• Highland Avenue / 18th Street
S21PB Modify signal phasing to implement a Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI)
All legs of the following intersection:
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Table ES-7 High Collision Corridor Countermeasure Summary Table Recommended Countermeasures1 Location(s)
NS21PB Install/upgrade pedestrian crossing at uncontrolled locations (with enhanced safety features)
Provide high visibility marked crosswalks with advance yield/stop markings at the following locations:
• J Avenue / 18th Street
• K Avenue / 18th Street (south and east legs)
Provide curb extensions at the following locations:
• J Avenue / 18th Street
• K Avenue / 18th Street (south and east legs)
R01 Add segment lighting Install/enhance along the following segment:
• 18th Street, from J Avenue to L Avenue
Install curb extensions (non-LRSM countermeasure at signalized intersections)
At the intersection of:
• L Avenue / 18th Street
30th Street / Sweetwater Road, from Hoover Avenue to Plaza Bonita Center Way S2 Improve signal hardware (provide overhead mounted signal head for each through lane)
Signalized intersections at:
• Highland Avenue / 30th Street
S18PB Install pedestrian crossing (high visibility continental crosswalks)
All legs of the following intersections (unless otherwise noted):
• Highland Avenue / 30th Street
S21PB Modify signal phasing to implement a Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI)
Existing signalized intersection crossing legs at:
• Highland Avenue / 30th Street
NS06 Install/upgrade larger or additional stop signs or other intersection warning regulatory signs
Provide DO NOT CROSS pedestrian signage at the following locations:
• I Avenue / 30th Street (east and west legs to prevent pedestrians from crossing 30th Street) Provide NO LEFT TURN signage at the following location:
• Sweetwater Square Driveway exit / 30th Street
R8 Install raised median (provide turn pockets at intersections and major driveways)
Install along the following segment:
• 30th Street, from Highland Avenue to J Avenue
R26 Install dynamic/variable speed warning signs
Install along the following segment:
• 30th Street / Sweetwater Road, from Stockman Street / Plaza Bonita Road to Plaza Bonita Center Way

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Table ES-7 High Collision Corridor Countermeasure Summary Table Recommended Countermeasures1 Location(s)
R33PB Install separated bike lanes Install along the following segment:
• 30th Street, from Hoover Street to 2nd Avenue
Note: 1 Countermeasure ID and title obtained from Caltrans’ Local Roadway Safety Manual, Version 1.5 (April 2020)

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Neighborhood Countermeasures
An additional focus was placed on reviewing collisions occurring along two-lane roadways with a posted speed limit of 25 miles per hour, in response to community member concerns related to safety within residential neighborhoods.

A total of 103 collisions were identified within these environments, including 57 collisions within the intersection footprint and 46 collisions along segments. Table ES-8 provides a toolbox of neighborhood countermeasures to be considered within these environments. The Caltrans LRSM countermeasure name and ID are provided, where relevant.

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Table ES-8 Countermeasures for Neighborhood Streets
Type Countermeasure Notes
Lighting NS01 / R01 Add intersection/segment lighting Providing a permanent source of power and maintenance considerations should be considered.

Control NS02 Convert to all-way STOP control (from two-way or Yield control) Requires warrant analysis.

Control NS03 Install signals Requires warrant analysis.

Control
NS04 Convert intersection to roundabout (from all way stop) NS05 Convert intersection to roundabout (from stop or yield control on minor road)
May require acquisition of additional right-of-way.

Requires warrant analysis.

Operation / Warning NS06 Install/upgrade larger or additional stop signs or other intersection warning/regulatory signs
Can be used to enhance visibility of stop signs, yield signs, or to warn drivers to anticipate pedestrians/bicyclists.

Operation / Warning NS07 Upgrade intersection pavement markings Improves intersection visibility to approaching motorists. Typical applications include “Stop Ahead” markings, centerlines and stop bars.

Operation / Warning NS08 Install flashing beacons at stop-controlled intersections Flashing beacons help reinforce driver awareness of stop signs. Most effective along segments with long stretches between intersections and locations where night-time visibility is an issue. Solar may be a source of power.

Operation / Warning NS09 Install flashing beacons as advance warning Flashing beacons help alert drivers to anticipate an upcoming control and mitigate crashes related to intersection regulatory sign violations.

Operation / Warning NS11 Improve sight distance to intersection (clear sight triangles) Adequate sight distance is an important factor to unsignalized intersection safety. Removing or modifying landscaping or fixed objects and prohibiting parking right at the intersection are examples of methods to improve sight distance. May result in loss of on-street parking. Some objects or landscaping may be located on private property, requiring coordination with the property owner.

Operation / Warning R22 Install/upgrade signs with new fluorescent sheeting (regulatory or warning)
Fluorescent yellow sheeting or other retroreflective material improves driver awareness of roadway signage.

Geometric
Modifications NS13 Install splitter-islands on the minor road approaches Limits vehicular access to right-in and/or right-out.

Geometric
Modifications Install speed cushions / humps (non-LRSM countermeasure) Helps encourage slower driver speeds. Speed cushions are intended to be spaced so as not to interfere with the larger wheelbases of emergency response vehicles. Most effective when multiple devices are deployed.

Pedestrian and Bike NS20PB Install pedestrian crossing at uncontrolled locations (signs and markings only)
Additional safety enhancements to improve visibility of the crossing location and reduce vehicle speeds should be considered. Curb ramps and/or sidewalk modifications may be required.

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Table ES-8 Countermeasures for Neighborhood Streets
Type Countermeasure Notes
Pedestrian and Bike NS21PB/R35PB Install/upgrade pedestrian crossing at uncontrolled locations (with enhanced safety features)
Measures to improve visibility of a pedestrian crossing and/or shorten the crossing distance can enhance safety. Examples include advance stop/yield markings, curb extensions, additional signage, and in road flashing lights.

Pedestrian and Bike NS22PB Install Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) An RRFB can increase driver awareness of a crossing and increase the effectiveness of crossing treatments. Can be deployed at intersection and mid-block locations.

Pedestrian and Bike R32PB Install bike lanes
Bike lanes provide a dedicated space for bicyclists, helping to facilitate predictable behaviors. Painted buffers can add additional separation between bicyclists and parked and/or moving vehicles. Implementation may require on-street parking removal.

Pedestrian and Bike R34PB Install sidewalk/pathway (to avoid walking along roadway) Providing sidewalks along both sides of the street can greatly reduce pedestrian-involved collisions. Curb ramps, crosswalks, lighting, and other features should be considered.

Pedestrian and Bike R36PB Install raised pedestrian crossing Suitable for lower speed roadways. Should be used in combination with additional signs and markings.

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Prioritized Safety Projects
The high collision corridor countermeasures (Table ES-7) were examined to identify high priority projects to pursue grant funding for. The following factors were reviewed and considered:
• Severe/fatal injury collisions
• High frequency collision intersections and segments
• Future planned improvements
• Project location and surrounding land uses
Consistent with HSIP grant requirements a total of three countermeasures were selected for grouping into a project, including:
• S17PB: Install pedestrian countdown signal heads
• S20PB: Install advance stop bar before crosswalk (Bicycle Box) • S21PB: Modify signal phasing to implement a Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI) Instead of limiting countermeasures to individual high collision corridors, a systemic approach was utilized, selecting eight intersections across multiple corridors. This process was intended to maximize the Benefit/Cost ratio (BCR) for the project and address locations with the greatest potential safety challenges. The locations were then grouped by countermeasure type. Four final countermeasure groups were identified:

Countermeasure Group 1: S17PB & S21PB
Location:
o Harbison Avenue / E Plaza Boulevard
Countermeasure Group 2: S20PB & S21PB
Locations:
o Harbison Avenue / E 8th Street
o E Plaza Boulevard / Highland Avenue
o Highland Avenue / E 8th Street
Countermeasure Group 3: S20PB
Location:
o Highland Avenue / E 21st Street
Countermeasure Group 4: S21PB
Locations:
o Highland Avenue / E 18th Street
o National City Boulevard / E 8th Street
o Highland Avenue / E 30th Street
The total project cost was estimated to be $427,500, with a resulting BCR of 42.66.

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1. Introduction
The City of National City undertook a Citywide Systemic Safety Analysis Report Program (SSARP) / Local Roadway Safety Plan (LRSP) as a means to identify both citywide and site-specific safety issues facing pedestrians, bicyclists, and vehicles. The project examined the most recent 5-years of collision data available from the Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), January 1, 2013 – December 31, 2017.

Stakeholder Coordination
The City of National City staff maintain close working relationship with law enforcement (City of National City Police Department) and educational (National School District, Sweetwater Unified High School District) entities. Through these relationships, issues and strategies are shared, working towards the common goal of improved safety.

For over a decade, the City of National City has partnered with the National School District, Sweetwater Unified High School District, principals, parents, volunteers and community organizations on various Safe Routes to School Program initiatives. These relationships have been instrumental in securing grant funding for safety infrastructure enhancements for children walking and bicycling to school, as well as education, encouragement, and training campaigns. In

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the past, the National City Safe Routes to School Program Task Force has partnered with the National City Police Department to identify high priority locations for school zone traffic enforcement. Additional examples include establishing a Parent Safety Patrol program to train expert observers to watch over pedestrian and driver behavior, participation in the Walk to School events, and hosting of events to celebrate the completion of safety enhancement projects.

Fostering these relationships has become a critical part of the City’s approach to safety, resulting in lasting positive impacts on the community. Coordinating with these stakeholders will remain a key strategy moving forward.

Report Organization
This report documents the data and analysis techniques utilized, key findings and resulting recommendations. Following this introductory section, the report is organized into the following chapters:

Chapter 2. Safety Data Utilized – Summarizes the collision data utilized and process used to build the final collision database. The process used to categorize a record as an intersection or segment record is described. Finally, the sources of vehicular count data and process used to develop daily estimates of vehicles entering the intersection are described.

Chapter 3. Data Analysis Techniques – Outlines each of the techniques employed to analyze the data, develop the project approach and propose recommendations.

Chapter 4. Highest Occurring Crash Types & Citywide Recommendations – Describes the findings and recommended countermeasures resulting from a Citywide analysis of the leading crash types, as well as countermeasures to consider within residential neighborhoods which are addressed in response to community member concerns.

Chapter 5. High-Collision Corridors and Intersections & Recommended Countermeasures – Documents the high-collision corridor and intersection findings, the key issues identified along each corridor, and recommended countermeasures.

Chapter 6. Prioritized Project Scope & Crash Reduction Factors – Identifies the high priority project, project scope, crash reduction factors, and resulting Benefit/Cost ratio.

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2. Safety Data Utilized
Collision Database
Collision data was obtained for the City of National City from the Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS) for the most recent completed 5-year period, January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2017. The raw data for the City of National City SWITRS contained a total 3,286 collision records over the 5-year request period. These records were reviewed and refined to develop a collision database of injury records occurring on City of National City roadways.

All collision records resulting in property damage only (PDO) were removed from the study population, reducing the total number of records to 1,676 over the 5-year period. Eliminating all collision records listing freeways as primary roadways reduced the total number of records to 1,006. Of the 1,006 collision records, 98% were successfully geocoded, reducing the study population of collision records to 982.

During the process of reviewing and assigning location types to the geocoded collisions, an additional 5 records were removed from the analysis due to inaccurate geocodes (and without sufficient locational information to correct the mistaken location). These records either occurred outside of the city limits despite being included in the National City dataset or their geocoded location occurred off of the roadway, thereby eliminating any possibility to assign roadway characteristics to the records accurately. This reduced the total number of records in the final database to 977.

Categorization
The categorization process involved referencing the distance offset from the nearest cross-street as well as reviewing the geocoded collision records against satellite imagery. Records falling within the limits of the intersection (using stop bar or crosswalk as limits) were categorized as intersection collisions. All remaining records were considered segment collisions.

Table 2-1 and Figure 2-1 displays the categorization results for each mode and severe/fatal injury collisions

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Table 2-1 Collisions by Location and Mode
All Modes Vehicular Only Pedestrian Bicycle
All Injury
Severe /
Fatal All Injury
Severe /
Fatal All Injury
Severe /
Fatal All Injury
Severe /
Fatal
Intersection 6061 45 451 19 106 21 50 5
Segment 3712 35 277 16 61 14 34 5
Total 9771,2 80 728 35 167 35 84 10
Source: SWITRS (2018)
Notes:

1. One (1) intersection collision involved a pedestrian and a bicycle (no vehicles). This collision was recorded under All Injury for each mode individually but counted once for All Modes. This collision did not result in a severe or fatal injury.

2. One (1) segment collision involved a pedestrian and a bicycle (no vehicles). This collision was recorded under All Injury for each mode individually but counted once for All Modes. This collision resulted in a fatal injury (to the bicyclist), and was counted under the Severe/Fatal bicycle total and Severe/Fatal total for All Modes.

Figure 2-1 Collisions by Location and Mode

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3. Data Analysis Techniques
The following techniques were used to analyze the five-years of collision data and develop recommendations: 1) systemic collisions matrices, 2) focused review of collisions within lowspeed, low-volume neighborhood streets, 3) identification of high collision frequency intersections and segments, 4) focused analyses on high collision corridors, and 5) a best practices and document review of currently adopted planning documents and information to identify currently planned improvements. Each of these approaches is further described in this section.

Systemic Collision Matrices
Severe and fatal collisions across the City were the focus of the systemic collision matrices.

Separate matrices were prepared for collisions occurring within the intersection footprint and those along segments. This approach enabled collisions occurring in similar roadway environments to be viewed holistically and better understand potential citywide trends related to roadway safety.

The findings were used to propose countermeasures that can be implemented citywide. The formation of the systemic collision matrices, key findings and resulting recommendations are presented in Chapter 4 Highest Occurring Crash Types & Citywide Recommendations.

Neighborhood Countermeasures
A focus was placed on reviewing collisions occurring along two-lane roadways with a posted speed limit of 25 miles per hour with the intent of recommending enhancements for consideration. This effort was in response to community member concerns related to safety within residential neighborhoods.

Collisions along two-lane roadways with a posted speed limit of 25 miles per hour were identified and mapped citywide, indicating concentrations in some areas of the City. A toolbox of countermeasures appropriate within these environments was recommended.

High Collision Frequency Intersections and Segments
Collision frequencies were determined at individual intersection and segment locations.

Frequencies were looked at in terms of vehicular only, pedestrian-involved, bicycle-involved, all modes combined, as well as severe/fatal injury frequency. The high collision frequency analysis results are provided in Chapter 5 High-Collision Corridors and Intersections & Recommended Countermeasures. The findings from this exercise were used to assemble high collision corridors to identify site-specific issues and recommend countermeasures.

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Focused Corridor Analyses
Using the high collision frequency results, seven corridors were assembled to identify issues that may exist in adjacent areas and determine the potential for corridor-wide recommendations.

The seven corridors encompass 11 high collision frequency segments and 30 high collision frequency intersections. The analysis results, issues identified, and recommended countermeasures are presented in Chapter 5 High-Collision Corridors and Intersections & Recommended Countermeasures.

Best Practices and Document Review
One of the initial steps undertaken as part of this project was to review documents that guide systemic safety analysis efforts and relevant planning documents from the City of National City.

The guiding documents were used to inform the overall analysis approach, resulting in the decision to identify high frequency collision intersections and segments by mode, and develop a citywide collision matrix to better understand the roadway environments where different crash types are occurring.

The City of National City documents reviewed consist of two documents types, 1) current documents related to the development of systemic safety analysis and report preparation; and 2) existing City of National City efforts including documents containing safety related policies, practices, and currently planned improvements. The following documents were included in the review:

Systemic Safety Analysis Summary
• FHWA Systemic Safety Project Selection Tool (2013)
• Caltrans Systemic Safety Analysis Report Program Guidelines (2016) • Caltrans Local Roadway Safety Manual – Version 1.3 (2016) • Caltrans Pedestrian Safety Improvement Program (2014) • Caltrans California Strategic Highway Safety Plan (2015) City of National City Review
• Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) Grant Applications (2018) • Five Year Capital Improvement Program – FY 2019-2023 (2015) • General Plan Circulation Element (2012)
• National City SMART Foundation (2014)
• Bicycle Master Plan (2011)
The Best Practices and Document Review is provided as Appendix A.

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4. Highest Occurring Crash Types & Citywide
Recommendations
An analysis was undertaken to identify citywide collision trends for pedestrians, bicyclists, and driver-only collisions. This effort examined characteristics attributed to collision records such as party-at-fault, cause, violation code, party action or movement, lighting conditions, time of day, and age. Roadway location – intersection or midblock – and intersection control type were also reviewed. These results informed the development of systemic collision matrices, used to better understand the behaviors and environments in which severe and fatal injury collisions occurred.

The matrix findings informed the development of citywide recommendations for consideration.

This chapter presents some of the findings from the citywide collision trend analysis, followed by the matrices and citywide recommendations. The complete collision trend analysis is provided as Appendix B.

Pedestrian Collisions
Figure 4-1 and Table 4-1 display injury severity by roadway location for the 167 pedestrianinvolved collisions. A total of 36 collisions resulted in a severe injury or fatal situation, accounting for 22% of pedestrian-involved collisions, the highest rate of any of the three modes, an indication of the vulnerability of pedestrians compared to other users.

Pedestrian-involved collisions were most reported within intersections (63%, 106/167), including 56 records at signalized intersections, 48 at stop-controlled intersections, and 2 records at intersections with other control types. Of the 36 severe injury/fatal collisions, 21 were reported within an intersection, however, 73% (8/11) of the fatal pedestrian collisions occurred at midblock locations. This may be attributed to the higher vehicle speeds inherent at these locations.

Figure 4-1 Pedestrian Collision Injury Severity by Roadway Location 0 5
10 15
20 25
30 Signalized Intersection All-Way StopControlled IntersectionSide-Street StopControlled IntersectionOther Intersection Control
Mid-Block
Complaint of Pain Other Visible Injury Severe Injury Fatal

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Table 4-1 Pedestrian Collision Injury Severity by Roadway Location Severity Signalized
Intersection
All-Way
Stop-Controlled
Intersection
Side-Street
Stop-Controlled
Intersection
Other
Intersection
Control
MidBlock TOTAL
Complaint of Pain 27 - 16 2 21 66
Other Visible Injury 21 3 16 - 25 65
Severe Injury 7 - 11 - 7 25
Fatal 1 - 2 - 8 11
TOTAL 56 3 45 2 61 167
Figure 4-2 displays the party-at-fault by roadway location for pedestrian involved collisions where fault was assigned. No fault was assigned for 29 of the records, including 16 at intersections and 13 at mid-block locations. Drivers were more frequently assigned fault for collisions occurring at intersections (62% or 56/90 collisions where fault was assigned), while pedestrians were the leading party-at-fault for collisions reported at mid-block locations (73%, 35/48 collisions where fault was assigned). A bicyclist was assigned fault for one collision reported at a side-street stop-controlled intersection.

Figure 4-2 Pedestrian Collision Party-at-Fault by Roadway Location Table 4-3 presents violation codes by level of injury severity for all pedestrian-involved collisions.

The most frequent violation code for all injury collisions was 21950(a), vehicles failing to yield to pedestrians within a crosswalk, was assigned to 38 of the 167 records. Violation code 21954(a), pedestrian failure to yield upon roadway outside of crosswalk, was the second leading violation code overall (30 collisions), although attributed to the greatest number severe injury or fatal collisions (9 collisions). Codes 21950(a) and 21955 – pedestrian not crossing at the crosswalk – were each assigned to five severe/fatal collisions, the second highest among severe/fatal collision records.
0 5
10 15
20 25
30 35
40 Signalized Intersection All-Way StopControlled IntersectionSide-Street StopControlled IntersectionOther Intersection Control
Mid-Block
Driver Pedestrian No Fault Assigned Bicyclist

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Table 4-2 Pedestrian Collision Violation Code by Injury Severity Violation Code & Definition1 Complaint
of Pain
Other
Visible
Injury
Severe
Injury Fatal TOTAL
21950(a)
The driver of a vehicle shall yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian crossing the roadway within any marked crosswalk or within any unmarked crosswalk at an intersection, except as otherwise provided.
17 16 5 - 38
21954(a)
Every pedestrian upon a roadway at any point other than within a marked crosswalk or within an unmarked crosswalk at an intersection shall yield the right-of-way to all vehicles upon the roadway so near as to constitute an immediate hazard. 8 13 6 3 30
21950(b) No pedestrian may suddenly leave a curb or other place of safety and walk or run into the path of a vehicle that is so close as to constitute an immediate hazard. 13 8 3 1 25 - Not Stated/Unknown 6 7 - 1 14
21955
Between adjacent intersections controlled by traffic control signal devices or by police officers, pedestrians shall not cross the roadway at any place except in a crosswalk.
3 1 3 2 9
21453(a)
A driver facing a steady circular red signal alone shall stop at a marked limit line, but if none, before entering the crosswalk on the near side of the intersection or, if none, then before entering the intersection, and shall remain stopped until an indication to proceed is shown, except as provided in subdivision (b). 2 5 - - 7
22107 No person shall turn a vehicle from a direct course or move right or left upon a roadway until such movement can be made with reasonable safety… 5 1 - - 6 22350 Unsafe speed for prevailing conditions. 1 1 2 2 6 21456(b) “Don’t walk” or “wait” or “upraised hand,” pedestrian crossing against. 3 1 - 1 5 22106
No person shall start a vehicle stopped, standing, or parked on a highway, nor shall any person back a vehicle on a highway until such movement can be made with reasonable safety.
3 1 - - 4
21461.5 Pedestrian, failure to obey any sign or signal. - 2 1 - 3 21950 Crosswalks, failure to yield to pedestrians within. 2 - - - 2 22450(a)
The driver of any vehicle approaching a stop sign at the entrance to, or within, an intersection shall stop at a limit line, if marked, otherwise before entering the crosswalk on the near side of the intersection.
- 1 1 - 2
23152(a) It is unlawful for a person who is under the influence of any alcoholic beverage to drive a vehicle. - - 2 - 2
23153(a) Driving a vehicle under the influence of alcohol and causing injury or death to another. - 1 - 1 2

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Table 4-2 Pedestrian Collision Violation Code by Injury Severity Violation Code & Definition1 Complaint
of Pain
Other
Visible
Injury
Severe
Injury Fatal TOTAL
21651 Divided highways, driving over, upon or across dividing section; left or semicircular U-turn except through marked opening. - - 1 - 1
21952 Sidewalk, failure to yield to pedestrian on. - 1 - - 1 20001(a) Hit-run, injury or death, immediate report of fatal. 1 - - - 1 21451(b) Green arrow, shall enter intersection only to make movement indicated. - 1 - - 1 21453(d) Pedestrian facing circular red or red arrow, shall not enter roadway. - 1 - - 1 21456(a) “Walk” pedestrian failure to yield right-of-way to vehicles already in crosswalk. 1 - - - 1 21654(b) Slower vehicle, in left lane(s). - 1 - - 1
21802(a)
The driver of any vehicle approaching a stop sign at the entrance to, or within, an intersection shall stop as required by Section 22450. The driver shall then yield the right-of-way to any vehicles which have approached from another highway, or which are approaching so closely as to constitute an immediate hazard, and shall continue to yield the right-of-way to those vehicles until he or she can proceed with reasonable safety.
- 1 - - 1
21804(a)
The driver of any vehicle about to enter or cross a highway from any public or private property, or from an alley, shall yield the right-of-way to all traffic, as defined in Section 620, approaching on the highway close enough to constitute an immediate hazard, and shall continue to yield the right-of-way to that traffic until he or she can proceed with reasonable safety.
1 - - - 1
21950(c) Failure to exercise due care and reduce speed of the vehicle for pedestrians. - - 1 - 1 22450(b) Stop sign at railroad crossing, stop at a limit line, first track or entrance to railroad grade crossing. - 1 - - 1
23104(a) Reckless driving, causing bodily injury. - 1 - - 1 TOTAL 66 65 25 11 167

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Figure 4-3 displays the driver movement preceding the 106 pedestrian collisions that occurred within intersections. Nearly half of the driver movements were reported as Proceeding Straight (46%, 49/106), followed by the driver Making a Left Turn (34%, 36/106). Nearly half of the signalized intersections collisions where the driver was found to be at-fault the driver was Making a Left Turn (48%, 15/31).

During all three fatalities within intersections, the driver was Proceeding Straight. Of the 10 severe injuries at intersections, the driver was Proceeding Straight half of the time (50%, 5/10), and making a turn preceding four collisions (3 left, 1 right).

Figure 4-3 Pedestrian Intersection Collisions by Driver Movement 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50
Proceeding Straight
Making Left Turn
Not Stated
Making Right Turn
Backing
Slowing/Stopping
Passing Other Vehicle
Other Unsafe Turning
Crossing Into Opposing Lane

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Bicycle Collisions
Figure 4-4 and Table 4-3 display bicycle collision injury severity by roadway location.

Approximately 60% (49/82) of bicycle-involved collisions were reported within intersections, largely at side street stop-controlled (23) and signalized (21) intersections.

Other Visible Injury was the most frequent level of injury severity reported (48%, 39/82), followed by Complaint of Pain (41%, 34/82). Nine severe injuries were reported, primarily at side-street stop-controlled intersections (44%, 4/9) and mid-block locations (44%, 4/9). No bicycle fatalities were reported during the five-year study period.

Figure 4-4 Bicycle Collision Injury Severity by Roadway Location Table 4-3 Bicycle Collision Injury Severity by Roadway Location Severity Signalized
Intersection
All-Way
Stop-Controlled
Intersection
Side Street
Stop-Controlled
Intersection
Other
Intersection
Control
Mid-Block TOTAL
Complaint of Pain 7 2 9 2 14 34
Other Visible Injury 14 - 10 - 15 39
Severe Injury - 1 4 - 4 9
TOTAL 21 3 23 2 33 82
0 2
4 6
8 10
12 14
16 Signalized Intersection All-Way StopControlled IntersectionSide-Street StopControlled IntersectionOther Intersection Control
Mid-Block
Complaint of Pain Other Visible Injury Severe Injury

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Figure 4-5 displays the party-at-fault by roadway location for bicycle collisions. Bicyclists were overwhelmingly reported as the party-at-fault at side-street stop-controlled intersections (78%, 18/23) and mid-block locations (70%, 23/33). These two locations were also where the majority of severe injuries were reported.

Figure 4-5 Bicycle Collision Party at Fault by Roadway Location Table 4-4 presents violation codes by injury severity. The most frequently reported violation code was 21650.1, “Bicycle on roadway or shoulder required to be operated in same direction as motor vehicles”, assigned to 12% (10/82) of the records, including one severe injury. The second leading violation was failure to yield to traffic with the right-of-way, 21804(a), reported for 10% (8/82) of the records, including one severe injury.

Two violation codes were reported for two severe injury collisions each, include 22350, unsafe speeds, and 22450(a), failure to stop at the limit line. 0 5
10 15
20 25
Signalized Intersection All-Way StopControlled IntersectionSide-Street StopControlled IntersectionOther Intersection Control
Mid-Block
Driver Bicycle No Fault Assigned

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Table 4-4 Bicycle Collision Violation Code by Injury Severity Violation Code & Definition1 Complaint of
Pain
Other Visible
Injury Severe Injury TOTAL
21650.1 A bicycle operated on a roadway, or the shoulder of a highway, shall be operated in the same direction as vehicles are required to be driven upon the roadway. 5 4 1 10 21804(a)
The driver of any vehicle about to enter or cross a highway from any public or private property, or from an alley, shall yield the right-of-way to all traffic, as defined in Section 620, approaching on the highway close enough to constitute an immediate hazard, and shall continue to yield the right-of-way to that traffic until he or she can proceed with reasonable safety.
2 5 1 8
22107(a)
A driver having yielded as prescribed in subdivision 21802(a) may proceed to enter the intersection, and the drivers of all other approaching vehicles shall yield the right-of-way to the vehicle entering or crossing the intersection.
3 4 - 7
21202(a)
Any person operating a bicycle upon a roadway at a speed less than the normal speed of traffic moving in the same direction at that time shall ride as close as practicable to the righthand curb or edge of the roadway…4 3 - 7 -- Not Stated 1 4 1 6
21453(a)
A driver facing a steady circular red signal alone shall stop at a marked limit line, but if none, before entering the crosswalk on the near side of the intersection or, if none, then before entering the intersection, and shall remain stopped until an indication to proceed is shown, except as provided in subdivision (b).
1 4 - 5
21650 Right half of roadway, failure to drive on. 1 3 - 4 21663 Driving on sidewalk, except when permitted. 3 1 - 4 22350 Unsafe speed for prevailing conditions. 1 1 2 4
21802(a)
The driver of any vehicle approaching a stop sign at the entrance to, or within, an intersection shall stop as required by Section 22450. The driver shall then yield the right-ofway to any vehicles which have approached from another highway, or which are approaching so closely as to constitute an immediate hazard, and shall continue to yield the right-of-way to those vehicles until he or she can proceed with reasonable safety. 1 2 1 4
21801(a)
The driver of a vehicle intending to turn to the left or to complete a U-turn upon a highway, or to turn left into public or private property, or an alley, shall yield the right-of-way to all vehicles approaching from the opposite direction which are close enough to constitute a hazard at any time during the turning movement, and shall continue to yield the right-of-way to the approaching vehicles until the left turn or U-turn can be made with reasonable safety. 2 1 - 3

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Table 4-4 Bicycle Collision Violation Code by Injury Severity Violation Code & Definition1 Complaint of
Pain
Other Visible
Injury Severe Injury TOTAL
22450(a)
The driver of any vehicle approaching a stop sign at the entrance to, or within, an intersection shall stop at a limit line, if marked, otherwise before entering the crosswalk on the near side of the intersection.
1 - 2 3
21800(a) Uncontrolled intersection, yield to first vehicle within. 2 - - 2 21950(a)
The driver of a vehicle shall yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian crossing the roadway within any marked crosswalk or within any unmarked crosswalk at an intersection, except as otherwise provided.
1 1 - 2
21200.5 Riding a bicycle while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or both. - 1 - 1 21703
The driver of a motor vehicle shall not follow another vehicle more closely than is reasonable and prudent, having due regard for the speed of such vehicle and the traffic upon, and the condition of, the roadway.
- 1 - 1
21750
The driver of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle proceeding in the same direction shall pass to the left at a safe distance without interfering with the safe operation of the overtaken vehicle, subject to the limitations and exceptions set forth in this article. - 1 - 1
20001(a) Hit-run, injury or death, immediate report of fatal. - 1 - 1 21201(c) Bicycle: rider unable to support in an upright position with at least one foot on the ground. - - 1 1 21204(b) Bicyclist, permitting passenger on other than a permanent seat; minor passenger not retained in seat. - 1 - 1
21208(b) Bicyclist shall not leave bike lane until reasonably safe. 1 - - 1 21651(a) Divided highways, driving over, upon or across dividing section; left or semicircular U-turn except through marked opening. 1 - - 1
21651(b) Driving the wrong way on a divided highway. 1 - - 1 21803(b) Failure to yield, by vehicle not a hazard. 1 - - 1 21950(b) No pedestrian may suddenly leave a curb or other place of safety and walk or run into the path of a vehicle that is so close as to constitute an immediate hazard. - 1 - 1 21954(a)
Every pedestrian upon a roadway at any point other than within a marked crosswalk or within an unmarked crosswalk at an intersection shall yield the right-of-way to all vehicles upon the roadway so near as to constitute an immediate hazard.
1 - - 1
22100(a) Both the approach for a right-hand turn and a right-hand turn shall be made as close as practicable to the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway… 1 - - 1 TOTAL 34 39 9 82

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Table 4-5 displays the driver and bicyclist movements preceding each collision. The most frequent combination of movements occurred when both the bicyclist and driver were Proceeding Straight (28%, 23/82). Of records where both parties were Proceeding Straight, the two parties were reported as travelling in perpendicular directions in 20 collisions (likely indicating intersection or driveway locations) and travelling in the same direction preceding three of the collisions.

The second and third most frequent combinations also occurred while the bicyclist was Proceeding Straight and the driver was making a turning movement, Making a Left Turn (12%, 9/82) or Making a Right Turn (11%, 9/82).

Table 4-5 Bicycle-Vehicle Collisions by Bicycle and Driver Movements Driver Movement
Proceeding StraightMaking Right TurnMaking Left TurnSlowing/StoppingEntering TrafficParkedMergingOtherNot StatedTOTAL Bicycle Movement
Stopped 1 1
Proceeding Straight 23 9 10 1 3 2 2 1 8 59
Making Right Turn 3 3
Making Left Turn 1 1
Changing Lanes 1 1
Entering Traffic 1 1
Other Unsafe Turning 1 1
Traveling Wrong Way 3 1 1 5
Not Stated 1 2 7 10
TOTAL 33 10 13 1 3 4 2 1 15 82

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Vehicular Collisions
Figure 4-6 and Table 4-6 display vehicular collision injury severity by roadway location.

Consistent with the other modes, the majority of vehicular collisions were reported within intersections (62%, 452/728), predominantly occurring at signalized intersections (35%, 252/728), followed by side-street stop-controlled intersections (24%, 173/728).

Over half of collisions resulting in a severe/fatal injury were reported at an intersection, including 3 of 5 fatal collisions and 17 of the 30 severe injury collisions.

Vehicular collisions had the lowest rate of collisions resulting in a severe/fatal injury (5%, 35/728) of any of the three modes. Pedestrians experienced the highest rate (22%, 36/167), followed by bicycle collisions (11%, 9/82).

Figure 4-6 Injury Severity by Roadway Location – Vehicular Collisions Table 4-6 Injury Severity by Roadway Location – Vehicular Collisions Severity Signalized
Intersection
All-Way
Stop-Controlled
Intersection
Side-Street
Stop-Controlled
Intersection
Other
Intersection
Control
Mid-Block TOTAL
Complaint of Pain 191 8 132 14 192 537
Other Visible Injury 50 1 33 3 69 156
Severe Injury 10 - 6 1 13 30
Fatal 1 - 2 - 2 5
TOTAL 252 9 173 18 276 728

Table 4-7 displays the collision crash type by roadway location. Broadside collisions were the most common vehicular crash type overall (45%, 331/728), and the most frequent crash type at intersection locations (54%, 244/452). Rear-end was the second-leading crash type at 191
8 132
14 192
50 1
33 3
69 10 6 1
13 1 2 2
0 50
100
150
200
250
Signalized Intersection All-Way StopControlled IntersectionSide-Street StopControlled IntersectionOther Intersection Control
Mid-Block
Complaint of Pain Other Visible Injury Severe Injury Fatal

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intersections and the leading crash type at mid-block locations, accounting for one-third (34%, 93/276) of mid-block collisions.

Table 4-7 Crash Type by Roadway Location
Collision Type Signalized
Intersection
All-Way
Stop-Controlled
Intersection
Side-Street
Stop-Controlled
Intersection
Other
Intersection
Control
Mid-Block TOTAL
Broadside 134 4 94 12 87 331
Rear End 44 3 29 1 92 169
Head-On 41 - 19 2 21 83
Hit Object 15 - 20 1 31 67
Sideswipe 13 2 7 1 35 58
Overturned 3 - 2 - 6 11
Other/Not Stated 2 - 2 1 4 9
Total 252 9 173 18 276 728
Table 4-8 present vehicular collision crash types by injury severity. Broadside collisions were the leading crash type overall and the leading crash type reported for severe/fatal injury collisions (34%, 12/35). Of the 176 broadside collisions, only 4% (12) resulted in a severe injury or fatal collision. Hit Object collisions were the second most common crash type to result in a severe injury or fatal collision, with two fatalities and eight severe injuries. The rate of Hit Object collisions resulting in a severe injury or fatal collision was greater than Broadside collisions at 15% (10/67).

Table 4-8 Vehicular Collision Crash Type by Injury Severity Collision Type Complaint of
Pain
Other Visible
Injury Severe Injury Fatal TOTAL
Broadside 252 67 11 1 331
Rear End 140 26 2 1 169
Head-On 56 20 7 - 83
Hit Object 35 22 8 2 67
Sideswipe 44 14 - - 58
Overturned 4 5 1 1 11
Other/Not Stated 6 2 1 - 9
Total 537 156 30 5 728
Table 4-9 presents violation codes by injury severity for the top 15 violations (6 of more collisions). The top 15 violation codes account for 85% (618/728) of all injury collisions. Violation code 22350, unsafe speed for prevailing conditions, was the most frequently cited violation code for all vehicular collisions (16%, 118/728), and accounted for 23% (8/35) severe injury/fatal injuries, including three of the five fatal. Violation code 22107, unsafe left or right movement, was the second most frequently cited violation code (15%, 112/728), and was the leading cause for severe/fatal injury collisions (26%, 9/35).

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Table 4-9 Vehicular Collision Violation Code by Injury Severity Violation Code & Definition1 Complaint of
Pain
Other Visible
Injury
Severe
Injury Fatal TOTAL
22350 Unsafe speed for prevailing conditions. 93 17 5 3 118 22107 No person shall turn a vehicle from a direct course or move right or left upon a roadway until such movement can be made with reasonable safety… 78 25 8 1 112 21453(a)
A driver facing a steady circular red signal alone shall stop at a marked limit line, but if none, before entering the crosswalk on the near side of the intersection or, if none, then before entering the intersection, and shall remain stopped until an indication to proceed is shown, except as provided in subdivision (b).
79 21 3 - 103
21801(a)
The driver of a vehicle intending to turn to the left or to complete a U-turn upon a highway, or to turn left into public or private property, or an alley, shall yield the right-ofway to all vehicles approaching from the opposite direction which are close enough to constitute a hazard at any time during the turning movement, and shall continue to yield the right-of-way to the approaching vehicles until the left turn or U-turn can be made with reasonable safety.
44 16 1 - 61
21703
The driver of a motor vehicle shall not follow another vehicle more closely than is reasonable and prudent, having due regard for the speed of such vehicle and the traffic upon, and the condition of, the roadway.
35 6 - - 41
21804(a)
The driver of any vehicle about to enter or cross a highway from any public or private property, or from an alley, shall yield the right-of-way to all traffic, as defined in Section 620, approaching on the highway close enough to constitute an immediate hazard, and shall continue to yield the right-of-way to that traffic until he or she can proceed with reasonable safety.
24 11 2 - 37
23152(a) It is unlawful for a person who is under the influence of any alcoholic beverage to drive a vehicle. 24 10 2 - 36
21802(a)
The driver of any vehicle approaching a stop sign at the entrance to, or within, an intersection shall stop as required by Section 22450. The driver shall then yield the right-of-way to any vehicles which have approached from another highway, or which are approaching so closely as to constitute an immediate hazard, and shall continue to yield the right-of-way to those vehicles until he or she can proceed with reasonable safety. 25 9 1 - 35
23153(a) Driving a vehicle under the influence of alcohol and causing injury or death to another. 11 8 1 - 20

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Table 4-9 Vehicular Collision Violation Code by Injury Severity Violation Code & Definition1 Complaint of
Pain
Other Visible
Injury
Severe
Injury Fatal TOTAL
21453(b)
Except when a sign is in place prohibiting a turn, a driver, after stopping as required by subdivision (a), facing a steady circular red signal, may turn right, or turn left from a oneway street onto a one-way street. A river making that turn shall yield the right-of-way to pedestrians lawfully within an adjacent crosswalk and to any vehicle that has approached or is approaching so closely as to constitute an immediate hazard to the driver, and shall continue to yield the right-of-way to that vehicle until the driver can proceed with reasonable safety.
9 1 2 1 13
22450(a)
The driver of any vehicle approaching a stop sign at the entrance to, or within, an intersection shall stop at a limit line, if marked, otherwise before entering the crosswalk on the near side of the intersection.
10 1 - - 11
21803(a) Yield signs, yield until reasonably safe 9 1 - - 10 22106
No person shall start a vehicle stopped, standing, or parked on a highway, nor shall any person back a vehicle on a highway until such movement can be made with reasonable safety.
8 1 - - 9
21801(b) Failure to yield, turning vehicle having yielded (lane by lane). 5 1 - - 6 21804(b) Public or private property, yield to approaching traffic so close as to constitute an immediate hazard. 5 1 - - 6
TOTAL 537 156 30 5 728

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Systemic Collision Matrices
The collision trend information presented in the previous sections was used to establish systemic collision matrices, with the intent of identifying characteristics related to behaviors and roadway environments where collisions were most prevalent. The matrices were constructed using behaviors (crash types and violations) as the rows, and roadway characteristics (intersection control, number of lanes, posted speed limit) as the columns.

Separate matrices were prepared for collisions occurring within the intersection footprint and those along segments. These two groupings were further refined to display matrix sets consisting of all injury collisions and those resulting in a severe injury or fatality. Recommendations were developed to address the citywide findings, intended to be implemented across similar environments.

Table 4-10 displays the intersection matrix for the 606 injury collisions that occurred within an intersection, regardless of mode. As shown, the leading two crash types were broadside (243 collisions) followed by pedestrian-vehicle (105 collisions).

Broadside injury collisions were most frequently reported at the following intersection types:
• Signalized intersections where four-lane and two-lane roadways intersect (50 collisions) • Side street stop-controlled intersections where four-lane and two-lane roadways intersect (44 collisions)
• Side street stop-controlled intersections where two two-lane roadways intersect (41 collisions)
Pedestrian injury collisions were most frequently reported at the following intersection types:
• Signalized intersections where four-lane and two-lane roadways intersect (22 collisions) • Side street stop-controlled intersections where four-lane and two-lane roadways intersect (22 collisions)
• Side street stop-controlled intersections where two two-lane roadways intersect (17 collisions)
The leading two crash types were further expanded using violation code groupings to better understand the behaviors leading to the collision. Drivers failing to yield or stop at the limit line was the most frequent violation for both crash types.

Table 4-11 isolates intersection collisions resulting in a severe or fatal injury, for a total of 45 records. Pedestrian collisions were the most common severe/fatal injury crash type at intersections (21 collisions), followed by broadside crash types (9 collisions).

The key issues identified with the systemic intersection matrix and resulting recommendations are presented in Table 4-12. The Caltrans LRSM countermeasure ID for the recommendation is also provided for each countermeasure.

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Table 4-10 Intersection Matrix – All Injury Collisions

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Table 4-11 Intersection Matrix – Severe/Fatal Injury Collisions

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Table 4-12 Systemic Intersection Issues and Recommended Countermeasures Issue Recommended Countermeasure1
Broadside Collisions
Issue #1: Broadside collisions resulting from failure to yield or failure to stop at the limit line at signalized intersections, where:
• 4-lane intersects with 2-lane
• 4-lane intersects with 4-lane
Improve visibility of signal heads and intersections through the following:
• S2 Improve signal hardware – one signal head per through lane on overhead mast arm (CRF 15%) • S18PB Install pedestrian crossing (continental crosswalks) (CRF 25% B&P) • S20PB Install advance stop bar before crosswalk (CRF 15% B&P) Issue #2: Broadside collisions resulting from failure to yield or failure to stop at the limit line at side street stop-controlled intersections, where:
• 2-lane intersects with 2-lane
• 4-lane intersects with 2-lane
• NS2 Convert to all-way stop control (CRF 50%)
• NS3 Install signals (CRF 30%)
• NS6 Install/upgrade larger or additional stop signs or other intersection warning/regulatory signs (CRF 15%)
• NS11 Improve sight distance to intersection (clear sight triangles) (CRF 20%) Issue #3: Broadside collisions resulting from failure to yield or failure to stop at the limit line when making left-turn at signalized intersections, where:
• 4-lane intersects with 4-lane
• S6 Install left-turn lane and add turn phase (signal has no left-turn lane or phase before) (CRF 55%) • S7 Provide protected left turn phase (left-turn lane already exists) (CRF 30%) Pedestrian Collisions
Issue #1: Pedestrian collisions resulting from failure to yield to pedestrian in the crosswalk or failure to stop at the limit line at signalized intersections where:
• 4-lane intersects with 2-lane
• 4-lane intersects with 4-lane
• S6 Provide protected left turn phase
• S20 Install pedestrian crossing (continental crosswalks) (CRF 25% B&P), consider:
o Curb extensions
o Pedestrian signage
o NO RIGHT ON RED turn restrictions
• S21 Install advance stop bar before crosswalk (CRF 15% B&P) • S22 Modify signal phasing to implement a Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI) (CRF 60% B&P) Issue #2: Pedestrian collisions resulting from pedestrian at-fault violations at signalized intersections
Encourage pedestrians to cross when they have the right-of-way and at legal crossing locations:
• S19 Install pedestrian countdown signal heads (CRF 25% P&B • S20 Install pedestrian crossing (continental crosswalks) (CRF 25% B&P) • S21 Install advance stop bar before crosswalk (CRF 15% B&P) • S22 Modify signal phasing to implement a Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI) (CRF 60% B&P) Note: 1 Countermeasure ID and Crash Reduction Factor (CRF) obtained from Caltrans’ Local Roadway Safety Manual, Version 1.5 (April 2020)

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Table 4-13 displays the matrix for the 371 segment or mid-block injury collisions. The leading two crash types reported along segments were rear end (92 collisions) and broadside (88 collisions).

Rear end collisions were most frequently reported along four-lane roadways with a posted speed limit of 35 miles per hour (39 collisions). The leading violations or behaviors attributed to rear end collisions within this environment includes unsafe speed (17 collisions) and following too closely (12 collisions).

Broadside collisions were also most frequently reported along four-lane roadways with a posted speed limit of 35 miles per hour (47 collisions). These collisions were most commonly associated with drivers failure to yield or stop at the limit line (24 collisions) and unsafe turning movements (11 collisions). These instances generally occurred at driveway locations.

Table 4-14 shows the severe and fatal injury segment matrix. Pedestrian-vehicle collisions were the leading crash type for severe/fatal injuries at mid-block locations, accounting for 14 of the 35 records. Pedestrian crashes most frequently occurred along four-lane roads with a posted speed limit of 35 miles per hour (7 collisions). The pedestrian records were further expanded by the party-at-fault, indicating the pedestrian was at-fault in most collisions, due to crossing outside of designating crossing locations.

The key issues identified with the systemic segment matrices and resulting recommendations are presented in Table 4-15. The Caltrans LRSM countermeasure ID for the recommendation is also provided for each countermeasure.

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Table 4-13 Segment Matrix – All Injury Collisions

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Table 4-14 Segment Matrix – Severe/Fatal Injury Collisions

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Table 4-15 Systemic Segment Issues and Recommended Countermeasures Issue Recommended Countermeasure1
Rear End Collisions
Rear end collisions resulting from unsafe speeds along 4-lane roadways.
• R8 Install raised median (CRF 25%)
• R14 Road diet (CRF 30%)
• R22 Install/upgrade signs with new fluorescent sheeting (CRF 15%) • R26 Install dynamic/variable speed warning signs (CRF 30%) • S10 or NS9 Install flashing beacons as advance warning (CRF 30%) Broadside Collisions
Broadside collisions resulting from failure to yield
• R8 Install raised median (CRF 25%)
• R14 Road diet (CRF 30%)
• NS15 Create directional median openings to allow (and restrict) left-turns and U-turns (CRF 50%) Pedestrian Collisions
Pedestrian collisions resulting from pedestrian at-fault violations at mid-block locations
Emphasize safe, legal crossing locations through the provision of continental crosswalks • R8 Install raised median (CRF 25%)
• R14 Road diet (CRF 30%)
• R35PB Install/upgrade pedestrian crossing (with enhanced safety features) (CRF 30%) • R37PB Install Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) (CRF 35%) • NS23PB Install Pedestrian signal (including Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon) (CRF 55%) Note: 1 Countermeasure ID and Crash Reduction Factor (CRF) obtained from Caltrans’ Local Roadway Safety Manual, Version 1.5 (April 2020)

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Neighborhood Countermeasures
An additional focus was placed on reviewing collisions occurring along two-lane roadways with a speed limit of 25 miles per hour, in response to community member concerns related to safety within residential neighborhoods.

A total of 103 collisions were identified within these environments, including 57 collisions within the intersection footprint and 46 collisions along segments. Figure 4-7 displays the collisions across the City.

As shown, these collisions are most concentrated in the northwest part of the City. Intersection sight distance was identified as a potential issue. On-street parking is permitted up to the intersection at many locations in the northwest part of the City. Parked vehicles may obstruct driver visibility, specifically at side-street stop-controlled intersections, potentially resulting in scenarios where stopped vehicles having limited visibility of approaching vehicles on the uncontrolled intersection leg.

Table 4-16 provides a toolbox of neighborhood countermeasures to be considered within lowspeed, low-volume environments. The Caltrans LRSM countermeasure name and ID are provided, where applicable.

NS11: Improve sight distance at intersections (clear sight triangles), is one countermeasure that may be used to address intersection visibility issues. This countermeasure has potential to be implemented systemically at a low-cost. Additional countermeasures listed in Table 4-16 that address this issue include:
• NS02 Convert to all-way STOP control (from two-way or Yield control) • NS03 Install signals
• NS04 Convert intersection to roundabout (from all way stop) • NS05 Convert intersection to roundabout (from stop or yield control on minor road)

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Table 4-16 Countermeasures for Neighborhood Streets
Type Countermeasure Notes
Lighting NS01 / R01 Add intersection/segment lighting Providing a permanent source of power and maintenance considerations should be considered.

Control NS02 Convert to all-way STOP control (from two-way or Yield control) Requires warrant analysis.

Control NS03 Install signals Requires warrant analysis.

Requires warrant analysis.

Operation / Warning NS11 Improve sight distance to intersection (clear sight triangles) Adequate sight distance is an important factor to unsignalized intersection safety. Prohibiting parking at the intersection and removing or modifying landscaping or fixed objects and are examples of methods to improve sight distance. Some objects or landscaping may be located on private property, requiring coordination with the property owner.

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Modifications NS13 Install splitter-islands on the minor road approaches Limits vehicular access to right-in and/or right-out.

Pedestrian and Bike NS21PB/R35PB Install/upgrade pedestrian crossing at uncontrolled locations (with enhanced safety features)
Measures to improve visibility of a pedestrian crossing and/or shorten the crossing distance can enhance safety. Examples include advance stop/yield markings, curb extensions, additional signage, and in road flashing lights.

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Table 4-16 Countermeasures for Neighborhood Streets
Type Countermeasure Notes
Pedestrian and Bike NS22PB Install Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) An RRFB can increase driver awareness of a crossing and increase the effectiveness of crossing treatments. Can be deployed at intersection and mid-block locations.

Pedestrian and Bike R36PB Install raised pedestrian crossing Suitable for lower speed roadways. Should be used in combination with additional signs and markings.

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5. High-Risk Corridors & Recommended
Countermeasures
Collision frequency and severity was analyzed across the City for both intersections and midblock locations. Those findings were then used to identify high-risk corridors. The collisions along each high-risk corridor were mapped against an aerial background while displaying the crash type and injury severity. This information was used to help identify potential safety issues and recommend countermeasures.

This chapter highlights the key analysis findings for intersections and segments, and the resulting high-risk corridors, as well as the corridor specific issues and countermeasures.

Intersection Collisions
Collision frequency was determined for severe or fatal injuries, by each mode individually, and for all modes combined. The 606 intersection collisions resulted in a total of 45 severe or fatal injury collisions when combining all modes. Figure 5-1 identifies the location of each of the 45 intersection collisions that resulted in a severe/fatal injury. The 45 collisions resulting in severe or fatal injury a were reported at 40 unique intersections. Table 5-1 identifies the six intersections where more than one severe or fatal injury was reported.

Table 5-1 Intersections by Severe/Fatal Injury Collision Frequency North-South Street East-West Street Severe/
Fatal Total Auto Ped Bike
Highland Avenue 18th Street 2 20 11 8 1
Highland Avenue Plaza Boulevard 2 19 17 1 1
Harbison Avenue 8th Street 2 7 4 3 0
Euclid Avenue Division Street 2 7 6 1 0
Roosevelt Avenue Main Street 2 5 5 0 0
F Street 14th Street 2 3 3 0 0
Over the study period, there were nine severe or fatal injury collisions occurring at intersections along Highland Avenue – including two intersection locations where two severe or fatal injury collisions were reported (at 18th Street and at Plaza Boulevard). Along 8th Street, a total of eight severe or fatal injury collisions occurred at seven unique intersections, including two at the intersection of Harbison Avenue and 8th Street.

Table 5-2 identifies the 25 intersections with the highest reported collision frequency for all levels of injury severity. Each of the leading 25 intersections experienced six or more reported collisions during the five-year study period. Figure 5-2 displays the high frequency collision intersections.

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The 25 high frequency collision intersections account for almost 35% (212) of the 606 intersection collisions. Four of the high frequency collision intersections were found to each experience multiple severe/fatal injury collisions, and are also identified in Table 5-1, including:
• Highland Avenue / 18th Street
• Highland Avenue / Plaza Boulevard
• Harbison Avenue / 8th Street
• Euclid Avenue / Division Street
Table 5-2 Intersections by Collision Frequency (All Modes) North-South Street East-West Street Total Auto Ped Bike Severe/
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Highland Avenue 18th Street 20 11 8 1 2
Highland Avenue Plaza Boulevard 19 17 1 1 2
Highland Avenue 24th Street 14 9 4 1 0
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Harbison Avenue Plaza Boulevard 9 7 2 0 1
Highland Avenue 30th Street 9 4 3 2 0
Euclid Avenue 8th Street 9 6 2 1 0
Palm Avenue Division Street 8 8 0 0 1
L Avenue Plaza Boulevard 8 7 1 0 0
Euclid Avenue Plaza Boulevard 8 7 1 0 0
Harbison Avenue 8th Street 7 4 3 0 2
Euclid Avenue Division Street 7 6 1 0 2
Euclid Avenue 4th Street 7 6 1 0 1
National City Boulevard 16th Street 7 7 0 0 1
B Avenue Plaza Boulevard 7 6 1 0 0
Euclid Avenue 16th Street 7 6 0 1 0
National City Boulevard 8th Street 6 3 2 1 1
Highland Avenue Division Street 6 4 1 1 1
D Avenue 8th Street 6 5 1 0 1
Highland Avenue 4th Street 6 3 3 0 0
Highland Avenue 14th Street 6 4 1 1 0
Highland Avenue 16th Street 6 5 1 0 0
Grove Street Plaza Boulevard 6 5 1 0 0
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The following roadways include multiple high collision frequency intersections:

North-South
• Highland Avenue: 8 intersections
• Euclid Avenue: 6 intersections
• National City Boulevard: 3
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• Harbison Avenue: 2 intersections
East-West
• Plaza Boulevard: 7 intersections
• 8th Street: 5 intersections
• Division Street: 3 intersections
• 16th Street: 3 intersections
• 18th Street: 3 intersections
Among these roadways, the high frequency collision intersections along Highland Avenue, Plaza Boulevard and Euclid Avenue were found to be near one another.

Segment Collisions
The initial step in determining segment or mid-block collision frequency involved segmenting roadways. Circulation Element roadways were split into smaller analysis segments at locations meeting any of the following conditions: 1) an intersection with another Circulation Element roadways, 2) roadway terminus, 3) city boundary, or 4) roadway cross-section change.

If a roadway meeting the criteria above resulted in a segment with a length of less than 0.10- miles, it was combined with an adjacent segment. Segments between freeway ramps were an exception to this, which were left intact due to the large volume changes outside of the ramps.

This process created a total of 165 unique segments. 322 of the 371 total segment collisions were captured by the network of Circulation Element roadways. The remaining 49 segment collisions occurred on non-Circulation Element roadways, including seven severe or fatal injury collisions.

The 371 segment collisions resulted in a total of 35 severe or fatal injuries. Figure 5-3 displays the locations where severe or fatal injury collisions were reported along segments, along with the frequency of all collisions for those segments. Table 5-3 identifies the collision frequency along segments where a severe or fatal injury collision was reported, along with the frequency of all injury collisions and collisions by mode.

The following corridors experienced multiple severe or fatal injury collisions along segments:
• Plaza Boulevard/Paradise Valley Road (6 collisions)
• 8th Street (5 collisions)
• 30th Street/Sweetwater Road (3 collisions)
• Highland Avenue (3 collisions)
• Euclid Avenue (3 collisions)
• 16th Street (2 collisions)

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Four individual segments experienced multiple severe or fatal injury collisions, including:
• Plaza Boulevard, from Euclid Avenue to Harbison Avenue (3 severe/fatal collisions) • 8th Street, from Palm Avenue to V Avenue (2 severe/fatal collisions) • 16th Street, from Palm Avenue to Grove Street (2 severe/fatal collisions) • T Avenue, from 4th Street to 8th Street (2 severe/fatal collisions) Table 5-3 Segments by Severe/Fatal Collision Frequency (All Modes) Segment From To
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16th Street Palm Avenue Grove Street 2 3 2 1 0
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Highland Avenue SR-54 WB Ramps SR-54 EB Ramps 1 14 10 3 1 Highland Avenue 24th Street 30th Street 1 14 10 3 1
8th Street Euclid Avenue Harbison Avenue 1 10 9 1 0
Plaza Boulevard Highland Avenue L Avenue 1 8 6 1 1
30th Street Highland Avenue L Avenue 1 7 6 1 0
Plaza Bonita Road Sweetwater Road Bonita Mesa Road 1 6 6 0 0 Euclid Avenue 4th Street 8th Street 1 5 3 2 0
Sweetwater Road 2nd Avenue Prospect Street 1 5 3 2 0
Highland Avenue 21st Street 24th Street 1 5 4 1 0
Plaza Boulevard Harbison Avenue 8th Street 1 5 5 0 0
8th Street Highland Avenue L Avenue 1 4 3 1 0
Harbor Drive 8th Street Civic Center Drive 1 3 1 0 2
National City Boulevard 24th Street 30th Street 1 3 3 0 0 24th Street D Avenue Highland Avenue 1 2 0 1 1
Euclid Avenue 16th Street 18th Street 1 2 1 1 0
18th Street Granger Avenue Rachael Avenue 1 2 1 1 0
Paradise Valley Road 8th Street Plaza Boulevard 1 2 2 0 0 Euclid Avenue Sololo Avenue Division Street 1 2 2 0 0
Grove Street 14th Street 16th Street 1 2 0 2 0
Grove Street Newell Street Sweetwater Road 11 1 0 1 1
4th Street T Avenue Euclid Avenue 1 1 0 1 0
8th Street Harbison Avenue Plaza Boulevard 1 1 0 0 1
Kenton Avenue Belmont Avenue 4th Street 1 1 1 0 0
Prospect Street 20th Street 22nd Street 1 1 0 0 1
33rd Street Hoover Avenue National City Boulevard 1 1 1 0 0 Sweetwater Road N Avenue 2nd Avenue 1 1 1 0 0
Note: 1 One segment collision which resulted in a severe injury or fatality involved a pedestrian and a bicycle (and no vehicle).

This collision was reported under both the pedestrian and bicycle sub-categories.

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Table 5-4 displays collision frequencies for the 12 segments with six or more collisions reported during the 5-year study period. These segments account for approximately one-third (122) of the 371 segment collisions. Additionally, the table identifies how many of each segments’ collisions were vehicular only, pedestrian, bicycle, or resulted in a severe or fatal injury.

Table 5-4 Segments by Collision Frequency (All Modes)
Segment From To Total Auto Ped Bike
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Plaza Boulevard Euclid Avenue Harbison Avenue 17 14 2 1 3 Highland Avenue SR-54 WB Ramps SR-54 EB Ramps 14 10 3 1 1 Highland Avenue 24th Street 30th Street 14 10 3 1 1
Plaza Boulevard I-805 SB Ramps I-805 NB Ramps 14 13 0 1 0 8th Street Palm Avenue V Avenue 12 8 3 1 2
8th Street Euclid Avenue Harbison Avenue 10 9 1 0 1
Plaza Boulevard Highland Avenue L Avenue 8 6 1 1 1
Plaza Boulevard I-805 SB Ramps Euclid Avenue 8 8 0 0 0
30th Street Highland Avenue L Avenue 7 6 1 0 1
18th Street Palm Avenue Newell Street 61 5 1 1 0
Plaza Bonita Road Sweetwater Road Bonita Mesa Road 6 6 0 0 1 Mile of Cars Way I-5 SB Ramps I-5 NB Ramps 6 6 0 0 0
Note: 1 One segment collision involved a pedestrian and a bicycle (and no vehicle). This collision was reported under both the pedestrian and bicycle sub-categories.

High Collision Corridors
Figure 5-4 identifies intersections and segments that experience severe or fatal injury collisions, and any intersections or segments with more than five reported collisions, regardless of injury severity. This information was used to identify seven corridors where high collision frequencies and/or severities were concentrated.

The resulting high collision corridors and extents include the following:
• Highland Avenue, from Division Street to SR-54 EB Ramps • Euclid Avenue, from Beta Street to 18th Street
• Plaza Boulevard / Paradise Valley Road, from Coolidge Avenue to E Plaza Boulevard • 8th Street, from Harbor Drive to Paradise Valley Road/Plaza Boulevard • 16th Street, from Wilson Avenue to Rachel Avenue
• 18th Street, from Wilson Avenue to Rachel Avenue
• 30th Street / Sweetwater Road, from Hoover Avenue to Plaza Bonita Center Way The analysis results, key issues and recommended countermeasures are discussed for each individual corridor throughout the remainder of this section.

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Highland Avenue
Table 5-6 summarizes the recommended countermeasures along Highland Avenue. Collision locations, crash type, and level of injury severity for records along Highland Avenue are depicted in Figure 5-5. The graphic also identifies the recommendations and any previous or underway efforts that may address potential safety issues. Site specific issues and the resulting countermeasures are documented in Appendix C.

This roadway includes:
• Nine intersections that experienced a severe or fatal injury collision:
o Broadside collision at Division Street / Highland Avenue (severe injury) o Pedestrian collision at 2nd Avenue / Highland Avenue (severe injury) o Pedestrian collision at 8th Street / Highland Avenue (severe injury) o Broadside collision at Plaza Boulevard / Highland Avenue (severe injury) o Overturned collision at Plaza Boulevard / Highland Avenue (severe injury) o Pedestrian collision at 18th Street / Highland Avenue (severe injury) o Pedestrian collision at 18th Street / Highland Avenue (severe injury) o Pedestrian collision at 20th Street / Highland Avenue (fatal injury) o Broadside collision at 21st Street / Highland Avenue (severe injury) • Seven intersections with high collision frequency:
o 18th Street / Highland Avenue (20 total collisions)
o 24th Street / Highland Avenue (14 total collisions)
o 30th Street / Highland Avenue (9 total collisions)
o Division Street / Highland Avenue (6 total collisions) o 4th Street / Highland Avenue (6 total collisions)
o 14th Street / Highland Avenue (6 total collisions)
o 16th Street / Highland Avenue (6 total collisions)
• Three segments that experienced a severe/fatal injury collision:
o Pedestrian collision between 21st Street and 24th Street (fatal injury) o Rear End collision between 24th Street and 30th Street (severe injury) o Pedestrian collision between SR-54 WB Ramps and National City Limits (fatal injury)
• Two segments with high collision frequency:
o between 24th Street and 30th Street (15 total collisions) o between SR-54 WB Ramps and National City Limits (14 total collisions)

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Table 5-6 Highland Avenue Countermeasure Summary
Recommended Countermeasures1 Location(s)
S2 Improve signal hardware (provide overhead mounted signal head for each through lane)
Signalized intersections at:
• Highland Avenue / Plaza Boulevard
• Highland Avenue / 30th Street
S2 Improve signal hardware (provide back-plates with
retroreflective borders)
Signal heads at:
• Highland Avenue / 3rd Street
S3 Improve signal timing (provide NO RIGHT ON RED signage) Signalized intersections at:
• Highland Avenue / 18th Street (southbound approach)
• Highland Avenue / Plaza Boulevard (all approaches – restrict during school arrival/dismissal) S17PB Install pedestrian countdown signal heads
Existing signalized intersection crossing legs at:
• Highland Avenue / 18th Street
• Highland Avenue / 24th Street
• Highland Avenue / SR-54 WB Ramps
S18PB Install pedestrian crossing (high visibility continental crosswalks)
All legs of the following intersections (unless otherwise noted):
• Highland Avenue / 4th Street (east and west legs)
• Highland Avenue / 8th Street
• Highland Avenue / Plaza Boulevard
• Highland Avenue / 18th Street
• Highland Avenue / 21st Street
• Highland Avenue / 24th Street
• Highland Avenue / 30th Street
• Highland Avenue / SR-54 WB Ramps

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Table 5-6 Highland Avenue Countermeasure Summary
Recommended Countermeasures1 Location(s)
S20PB Install advance stop bar before crosswalk
All legs of the following intersections (unless otherwise noted):
• Highland Avenue / 8th Street
• Highland Avenue / Plaza Boulevard
• Highland Avenue / Walmart Driveway (north and south legs) • Highland Avenue / 21st Street
• Highland Avenue / 24th Street
• Highland Avenue / SR-54 WB Ramps
S21PB Modify signal phasing to implement a Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI)
Existing signalized intersection crossing legs at:
• Highland Avenue / 8th Street
• Highland Avenue / Plaza Boulevard
• Highland Avenue / 18th Street
• Highland Avenue / 24th Street
• Highland Avenue / 30th Street
NS21PB Install/upgrade pedestrian crossing at uncontrolled locations (provide advance yield markings on NB/SB approaches) Northbound and Southbound approaches at:
• Highland Avenue / 3rd Street
• Highland Avenue / 5th Street
• Highland Avenue / 6th Street
• Highland Avenue / 13th Street
• Highland Avenue / 14th Street
R8 Install raised median (provide turn pockets at intersections and major driveways; requires on-street parking removal)
Install along the following segment:
• Highland Avenue, from 16th Street to SR-54 WB Ramps
Extend left-turn pocket (non-LRSM countermeasure) Install at the following location:
• Highland Avenue southbound left-turn pocket onto EB SR-54

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Highland Avenue / Plaza Boulevard intersection
ß Provide signalhead for each through lane and left-turn lane (NB/SB approaches). ß Improve signal hardware: back-plates with retroreflective borders. ß Provide high visibility continental crosswalks with advanced stop bars. ß Provide lead pedestrian intervals.

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HSIP Cycle 8: Pedestrian countdown signal heads
HSIP Cycle 7: Signal equipment upgrades
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D Ave
Highland Ave
J Ave
K Ave
E Ave
I Ave
E 4th St
E 6th StE 8th St
E 7th St
E 5th St
E 2nd St
E 18th St
E 24th St
E 16th St
E 30th St
Plaza Blvd
E 21st St
E 22nd St
E 28th St
E 20th St
Division St
L Ave
Nordica Ave
E Division St
F Ave
E 13th St
E 15th St
A St
E 3rd St
Trousdale Dr
E 26th St
S 43rd St
E 9th St
E 1st St
E 19th St
E 17th St
N 4th Ave
E 14th St
E 23rd St
G Ave
Rose Dr
S 41st St
G Ave
F Ave
K Ave
E 1st St
I Ave
F Ave
I Ave
E 3rd St
E 20th St
L Ave
E 15th St
E Ave
F Ave
L Ave
E 26th St
E 9th St
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! Rear End
! Pedestrian/Vehicle
! Head-On
! Bicycle/Vehicle
! Hit Object
! Sideswipe
! Overturned
! Other/Not Stated
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2 Severe Injury
3 Other Visible Injury
4 Complaint of Pain
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Highland Avenue / 18th Street intersection
ß Provide high visibility continental crosswalks with advanced stop bars. ß Provide pedestrian countdown signal heads with lead pedestrian intervals. ß Provide NO RIGHT ON RED signage on southbound approach. 16th Street to SR-54 WB Ramps ß Raised median with turn pockets.

Highland Avenue / 21st Street intersection
ß Provide high visibility continental
crosswalks with advanced stop bars.

HSIP Cycle 6: Protected left-turn
phase and additional signal heads
HSIP Cycle 9: Emergency vehicle
preemption
HSIP Cycle 6: Protected left-turn
phase and additional signal heads
HSIP Cycle 9: Emergency vehicle
preemption
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E 24th St
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Highland Ave
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K Ave
E Ave
I Ave
E 4th St
E 6th StE 8th St
E 7th St
E 5th St
E 2nd St
E 18th St
E 24th St
E 16th St
E 30th St
Plaza Blvd
E 21st St
E 22nd St
E 28th St
E 20th St
Division St
L Ave
Nordica Ave
E Division St
F Ave
E 13th St
E 15th St
A St
E 3rd St
Trousdale Dr
E 26th St
S 43rd St
E 9th St
E 1st St
E 19th St
E 17th St
N 4th Ave
E 14th St
E 23rd St
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Rose Dr
S 41st St
G Ave
F Ave
K Ave
E 1st St
I Ave
F Ave
I Ave
E 3rd St
E 20th St
L Ave
E 15th St
E Ave
F Ave
L Ave
E 26th St
E 9th St
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! Rear End
! Pedestrian/Vehicle
! Head-On
! Bicycle/Vehicle
! Hit Object
! Sideswipe
! Overturned
! Other/Not Stated
Severity
1 Fatal
2 Severe Injury
3 Other Visible Injury
4 Complaint of Pain
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ß Provide high visibility continental crosswalks with advanced stop bars. ß Provide pedestrian countdown signal heads with lead pedestrian intervals. 16th Street to SR-54 WB Ramps
ß Raised median with turn pockets.

HSIP Cycle 6: Protected left-turn
phase and additional signal heads
HSIP Cycle 9: Emergency vehicle
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K Ave
E Ave
I Ave
E 4th St
E 6th StE 8th St
E 7th St
E 5th St
E 2nd St
E 18th St
E 24th St
E 16th St
E 30th St
Plaza Blvd
E 21st St
E 22nd St
E 28th St
E 20th St
Division St
L Ave
Nordica Ave
E Division St
F Ave
E 13th St
E 15th St
A St
E 3rd St
Trousdale Dr
E 26th St
S 43rd St
E 9th St
E 1st St
E 19th St
E 17th St
N 4th Ave
E 14th St
E 23rd St
G Ave
Rose Dr
S 41st St
G Ave
F Ave
K Ave
E 1st St
I Ave
F Ave
I Ave
E 3rd St
E 20th St
L Ave
E 15th St
E Ave
F Ave
L Ave
E 26th St
E 9th St
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! Broadside
! Rear End
! Pedestrian/Vehicle
! Head-On
! Bicycle/Vehicle
! Hit Object
! Sideswipe
! Overturned
! Other/Not Stated
Severity
1 Fatal
2 Severe Injury
3 Other Visible Injury
4 Complaint of Pain
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ß Extend Southbound Left Turn Pocket
16th Street to SR-54 WB Ramps
ß Raised median with turn pockets.

Highland Avenue / SR-54 WB Ramps intersection
ß Provide high visibility continental crosswalks
with advanced stop bars.
ß Provide pedestrian countdown signal heads.

Highland Avenue / 30th Street intersection
ß Provide high visibility continental
crosswalks with advanced stop bars.
ß Provide signalhead for each through lane
and left-turn lane on all approaches.
ß Provide lead pedestrian intervals
HSIP Cycle 6: Signal equipment upgrades
HSIP Cycle 7: Install lighting
HSIP Cycle 9: Emergency vehicle preemption

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Euclid Avenue
Table 5-7 summarizes the recommended countermeasures along Euclid Avenue. Collision locations, crash type, and level of injury severity for records along Euclid Avenue are depicted in Figure 5-6. The graphic also identifies the recommendations and any previous or underway efforts that may address potential safety issues. Site specific issues and the resulting countermeasures are documented in Appendix C.

This roadway includes:
• Three intersections that experienced a severe injury collision:
o Pedestrian collision at Beta Street
o Broadside collision at Division Street
o Pedestrian collision at 4th Street
• Six intersections with high collision frequencies:
o Euclid Avenue / 8th Street (9 total collisions)
o Euclid Avenue / Plaza Boulevard (8 total collisions)
o Euclid Avenue / Division Street (7 total collisions)
o Euclid Avenue / 4th Street (7 total collisions)
o Euclid Avenue / 16th Street (7 total collisions)
o Euclid Avenue / 18th Street (6 total collisions)
• Three segments that experienced a severe injury collision:
o Broadside collision between Beta Street and Division Street o Pedestrian collision between 7th Street and 8th Street o Pedestrian collision between 16th Street and 18th Street

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Table 5-7 Euclid Avenue Countermeasure Summary
Recommended Countermeasures1 Location(s)
S2 Improve signal hardware (provide back-plates with
retroreflective borders)
Signal heads at:
• Euclid Avenue / 8th Street
• Euclid Avenue / 16th Street
• Euclid Avenue / 18th Street
S7 Provide protected left-turn phase (left-turn lane already exists) All approaches at the intersection of:
• Euclid Avenue / 4th Street
S18PB Install pedestrian crossing (high visibility continental crosswalks)
All legs of the following intersections:
• Euclid Avenue / 4th Street
• Euclid Avenue / 8th Street
• Euclid Avenue / 16th Street
• Euclid Avenue / 18th Street
S20PB Install advance stop bar before crosswalk All legs of the following intersection:
• Euclid Avenue / 8th Street
R14 Road diet (reduce travel lanes from 4 to 2 through lanes and a two-way left-turn lane and bike lanes)
Install along the following segment:
• Euclid Avenue, from Division Street to 4th Street *** project implemented during SSARP development ***

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Valva Ave
E 1st St
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E Division St
Beta St
E 3rd St
Melrose St
E 2nd St
Beta St
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E 1st St
E 4th St
E 8th St
E 16th St
E 18th St
Plaza Blvd
Beta St
E Division St
E 9th St
E 14th St
Prospect St
Orange St
E 5th St
Lanoitan Ave
E 3rd St
E 2nd St
Valva Ave
Alpha St
E 13th St
E 12th St
N Euclid Ave
Melrose St
N U Ave
Norfolk St
Mesa Ave
E 11th St
Grove St
E 6th St
E 7th St
Casa Pl
E 10th St
Seawind Dr
Mann Ave
Lanoitan Ave
E 13th St
V Ave
E 2nd St
E 3rd St
Orange St
Melrose St
Type of Collision
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! Rear End
! Pedestrian/Vehicle
! Head-On
! Bicycle/Vehicle
! Hit Object
! Sideswipe
! Overturned
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Figure 5-6
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No collisions since road diet and crosswalk
relocation
Euclid Avenue, Beta Street to Division Street
No collisions since road diet and crosswalk
installation
Road diet from 4th to Division Street (General Plan buildout ADT = 10,000) ß 1 lane in each direction + center left turn lane
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E 8th St
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Beta St
E Division St
E 9th St
E 14th St
Prospect St
Orange St
E 5th St
Lanoitan Ave
E 3rd St
E 2nd St
Valva Ave
Alpha St
E 13th St
E 12th St
N Euclid Ave
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N U Ave
Norfolk St
Mesa Ave
E 11th St
Grove St
E 6th St
E 7th St
Casa Pl
E 10th St
Seawind Dr
Mann Ave
Lanoitan Ave
E 13th St
V Ave
E 2nd St
E 3rd St
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! Bicycle/Vehicle
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2 Severe Injury
3 Other Visible Injury
4 Complaint of Pain
Figure 5-6
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Euclid Avenue / 4
th Street intersection
ß Provide high visibility continental crosswalks on all approaches ß Provide advanced stop bars
HSIP Cycle 8: Protected left-turn phase
Euclid Avenue / 8
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ß Improve signal hardware: back-plates with retro-reflective borders ß Provide high visibility continental crosswalks on all approaches ß Provide advanced stop bars
HSIP Cycle 6: Crosswalks
HSIP Cycle 7: Safety lighting
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E 4th St
E 8th St
E 16th St
E 18th St
Plaza Blvd
Beta St
E Division St
E 9th St
E 14th St
Prospect St
Orange St
E 5th St
Lanoitan Ave
E 3rd St
E 2nd St
Valva Ave
Alpha St
E 13th St
E 12th St
N Euclid Ave
Melrose St
N U Ave
Norfolk St
Mesa Ave
E 11th St
Grove St
E 6th St
E 7th St
Casa Pl
E 10th St
Seawind Dr
Mann Ave
Lanoitan Ave
E 13th St
V Ave
E 2nd St
E 3rd St
Orange St
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E 16th St
Casa Pl
Meadow Dr
Seawind Dr
E 14th St
Orange St
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Euclid Ave
V Ave
E 1st St
E 4th St
E 8th St
E 16th St
E 18th St
Plaza Blvd
Beta St
E Division St
E 9th St
E 14th St
Prospect St
Orange St
E 5th St
Lanoitan Ave
E 3rd St
E 2nd St
Valva Ave
Alpha St
E 13th St
E 12th St
N Euclid Ave
Melrose St
N U Ave
Norfolk St
Mesa Ave
E 11th St
Grove St
E 6th St
E 7th St
Casa Pl
E 10th St
Seawind Dr
Mann Ave
Lanoitan Ave
E 13th St
V Ave
E 2nd St
E 3rd St
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! Bicycle/Vehicle
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! Overturned
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2 Severe Injury
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4 Complaint of Pain
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ß Improve signal hardware: back-plates with retroreflective borders ß Provide high visibility crosswalks
HSIP Cycle 6: Signal equipment upgrades
HSIP Cycle 7: Crosswalks
HSIP Cycle 8: Safety lighting
HSIP Cycle 9: Emergency vehicle preemption
Euclid Avenue / 18th Street intersection
ß Improve signal hardware: back-plates with retroreflective borders ß Provide high visibility crosswalks
HSIP Cycle 6: Signal equipment upgrades
HSIP Cycle 7: Crosswalks
HSIP Cycle 8: Safety lighting
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Plaza Boulevard / Paradise Valley Road
Table 5-8 summarizes the recommended countermeasures along Plaza Boulevard / Paradise Valley Road. Collision locations, crash type, and level of injury severity for records along Plaza Boulevard / Paradise Valley Road are depicted in Figure 5-7. The graphic also identifies the recommendations and any previous or underway efforts that may address potential safety issues. Site specific issues and the resulting countermeasures are documented in Appendix C.

This roadway includes:
• Two intersections that experienced a severe or fatal injury collision:
o Pedestrian collision at Highland Avenue / Plaza Boulevard (fatal injury) o Overturned collision at Highland Avenue / Plaza Boulevard (severe injury) o Pedestrian collision at S. Harbison Avenue / Plaza Boulevard (severe injury) • Seven intersections with high collision frequency:
o Highland Avenue / Plaza Boulevard (19 total collisions) o 8th Street / Plaza Boulevard / Paradise Valley Road (12 total collisions) o S. Harbison Avenue / Plaza Boulevard (9 total collisions) o L Avenue / Plaza Boulevard (8 total collisions)
o Euclid Avenue / Plaza Boulevard (8 total collisions)
o B Avenue / Plaza Boulevard (7 total collisions)
o Grove Street / Plaza Boulevard (6 total collisions)
• Four segments that experienced a severe/fatal injury collision:
o Pedestrian collision between Highland Avenue and L Avenue (fatal injury) o Head-On collision between Euclid Avenue and S. Harbison Ave (severe injury) o Overturned collision between Euclid Avenue and S. Harbison Ave (fatal injury) o Pedestrian collision between Euclid Avenue and S. Harbison Ave (severe injury) o Head-On collision between S. Harbison Ave and 8th Street (severe injury) o Hit Object collision between 8th Street and Plaza Boulevard (severe injury) • Four segments with high collision frequency:
o between Euclid Avenue and S. Harbison Avenue (18 total collisions) o between I-805 SB Ramps and Grove Street (12 total collisions) o between Highland Avenue and L Avenue (8 total collisions) o between Grove Street and Euclid Avenue (8 total collisions)

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Table 5-8 Plaza Boulevard / Paradise Valley Road Countermeasure Summary Recommended Countermeasures1 Location(s)
S2 Improve signal hardware (provide overhead mounted signal head for each through lane)
Signalized intersections at:
• Highland Avenue / Plaza Boulevard
• 8th Street / Plaza Boulevard / Paradise Valley Road
S2 Improve signal hardware (provide back-plates with
retroreflective borders)
Signal heads at:
• Highland Avenue / Plaza Boulevard
• 8th Street / Plaza Boulevard / Paradise Valley Road
S3 Improve signal timing (provide NO RIGHT ON RED signage during school arrival/dismissal periods)
Signalized intersection at:
• Highland Avenue / Plaza Boulevard (all approaches – restrict during school arrival/dismissal) S18PB Install pedestrian crossing (high visibility continental crosswalks)
All legs of the following intersection:
• Highland Avenue / Plaza Boulevard
S20PB Install advance stop bar before crosswalk All legs of the following intersection:
• Highland Avenue / Plaza Boulevard
S21PB Modify signal phasing to implement a Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI)
All legs of the following intersection:
• Highland Avenue / Plaza Boulevard
NS21PB Install/upgrade pedestrian crossing at uncontrolled locations (with enhanced safety features)
Provide marked crosswalks with advance yield/stop markings and curb extensions at the following intersections:
• B Avenue / Plaza Boulevard
• C Avenue / Plaza Boulevard
• D Avenue / Plaza Boulevard
• E Avenue / Plaza Boulevard
R8 Install raised median (provide turn pockets at intersections and major driveways)
Install along the following segment:
• Plaza Boulevard, from Euclid Avenue to the mid-block crossing to the east R14 Road Diet (reduce travel lanes from four lanes to two through lanes and a two-way left-turn lane; maintain on-street parking) Install along the following segment:
• Plaza Boulevard, from National City Boulevard to Highland Avenue (General Plan buildout ADT = 17,600 – 19,900; designated as a Community Corridor)

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D Ave
C Ave
W 11th St
W Plaza Blvd
Hoover Ave
W 9th St
Roosevelt Ave
Coolidge Ave
National City Blvd
E 11th St
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Plaza Blvd
E 16th St
E 6th St
D Ave
E 4th St
A Ave
Palm Ave
E Ave
B Ave
Euclid Ave
C Ave
Highland Ave
W 8th St Hoover Ave
S Harbison Ave
Roosevelt Ave
R Ave
Munda Rd
Olive Ave
Ridgewood Dr
National City Blvd
T Ave
V Ave
Altamont Dr
K Ave
W 16th St
M Ave
Reo Dr
N Ave
Harding Ave
J Ave
W 12th St
Petal Dr
Earle Dr
L Ave
E 9th St
E 5th St
Manchester St
I Ave
F Ave
Grewia St
E 11th St
E 7th St
E 13th St
Mariposa Pl
Oriskany Rd
Dillard St
Q Ave
E 12th St
Mckinley Ave
Grove St
Lou St
Lanoitan Ave
E 14th St
E 15th St
E 10th St
Hollyhock Ln
Arcadia Ave
Paradise Dr
Mary Ct
Burden Dr
Wave Ct
C Ave
N Ave
E 12th St
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! Head-On
! Bicycle/Vehicle
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2 Severe Injury
3 Other Visible Injury
4 Complaint of Pain
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Road diet from National City Boulevard to Highland Avenue ß 1 lane in each direction + center left turn lane
ß Maintain on-street parking
ß Curb extensions at intersections
Plaza Boulevard / National
City Boulevard intersection
HSIP Cycle 7: lighting
Plaza Boulevard / Roosevelt Avenue intersection
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E 16th St
E 6th St
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E 4th St
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Palm Ave
E Ave
B Ave
Euclid Ave
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W 8th St Hoover Ave
S Harbison Ave
Roosevelt Ave
R Ave
Munda Rd
Olive Ave
Ridgewood Dr
National City Blvd
T Ave
V Ave
Altamont Dr
K Ave
W 16th St
M Ave
Reo Dr
N Ave
Harding Ave
J Ave
W 12th St
Petal Dr
Earle Dr
L Ave
E 9th St
E 5th St
Manchester St
I Ave
F Ave
Grewia St
E 11th St
E 7th St
E 13th St
Mariposa Pl
Oriskany Rd
Dillard St
Q Ave
E 12th St
Mckinley Ave
Grove St
Lou St
Lanoitan Ave
E 14th St
E 15th St
E 10th St
Hollyhock Ln
Arcadia Ave
Paradise Dr
Mary Ct
Burden Dr
Wave Ct
C Ave
N Ave
E 12th St
Type of Collision
! Broadside
! Rear End
! Pedestrian/Vehicle
! Head-On
! Bicycle/Vehicle
! Hit Object
! Sideswipe
! Overturned
! Other/Not Stated
Severity
1 Fatal
2 Severe Injury
3 Other Visible Injury
4 Complaint of Pain
Figure 5-7
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ß Provide signalhead for each through lane and left-turn lane (NB/SB approaches). ß Improve signal hardware: back-plates with retroreflective borders. ß Provide high visibility continental crosswalks with advanced stop bars. ß Provide lead pedestrian intervals.
ß Provide NO RIGHT ON RED blank out signage during school arrival/dismissal.

HSIP Cycle 7 & 8: Lighting & pedestrian countdown signal heads Plaza Boulevard / L Avenue intersection
HSIP Cycle 7, 8 & 9: pedestrian
countdown signal heads, lighting,
protected left-turn phasing and
additional signalheads
Road diet from National City Boulevard to Highland Avenue ß 1 lane in each direction + center left turn lane
ß Maintain on-street parking
ß Curb extensions at intersections

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Plaza Blvd
E 16th St
E 6th St
D Ave
E 4th St
A Ave
Palm Ave
E Ave
B Ave
Euclid Ave
C Ave
Highland Ave
W 8th St Hoover Ave
S Harbison Ave
Roosevelt Ave
R Ave
Munda Rd
Olive Ave
Ridgewood Dr
National City Blvd
T Ave
V Ave
Altamont Dr
K Ave
W 16th St
M Ave
Reo Dr
N Ave
Harding Ave
J Ave
W 12th St
Petal Dr
Earle Dr
L Ave
E 9th St
E 5th St
Manchester St
I Ave
F Ave
Grewia St
E 11th St
E 7th St
E 13th St
Mariposa Pl
Oriskany Rd
Dillard St
Q Ave
E 12th St
Mckinley Ave
Grove St
Lou St
Lanoitan Ave
E 14th St
E 15th St
E 10th St
Hollyhock Ln
Arcadia Ave
Paradise Dr
Mary Ct
Burden Dr
Wave Ct
C Ave
N Ave
E 12th St
Type of Collision
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! Rear End
! Pedestrian/Vehicle
! Head-On
! Bicycle/Vehicle
! Hit Object
! Sideswipe
! Overturned
! Other/Not Stated
Severity
1 Fatal
2 Severe Injury
3 Other Visible Injury
4 Complaint of Pain
Figure 5-7
N Avenue to Interstate 805 Northbound Ramps
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Plaza Boulevard / N Avenue intersection
HSIP Cycle 7, 8 & 9: pedestrian crossings,
lighting, protected left-turn phasing and
additional signal heads
Plaza Boulevard / Palm Avenue intersection
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Plaza Blvd
E 16th St
E 6th St
D Ave
E 4th St
A Ave
Palm Ave
E Ave
B Ave
Euclid Ave
C Ave
Highland Ave
W 8th St Hoover Ave
S Harbison Ave
Roosevelt Ave
R Ave
Munda Rd
Olive Ave
Ridgewood Dr
National City Blvd
T Ave
V Ave
Altamont Dr
K Ave
W 16th St
M Ave
Reo Dr
N Ave
Harding Ave
J Ave
W 12th St
Petal Dr
Earle Dr
L Ave
E 9th St
E 5th St
Manchester St
I Ave
F Ave
Grewia St
E 11th St
E 7th St
E 13th St
Mariposa Pl
Oriskany Rd
Dillard St
Q Ave
E 12th St
Mckinley Ave
Grove St
Lou St
Lanoitan Ave
E 14th St
E 15th St
E 10th St
Hollyhock Ln
Arcadia Ave
Paradise Dr
Mary Ct
Burden Dr
Wave Ct
C Ave
N Ave
E 12th St
Type of Collision
! Broadside
! Rear End
! Pedestrian/Vehicle
! Head-On
! Bicycle/Vehicle
! Hit Object
! Sideswipe
! Overturned
! Other/Not Stated
Severity
1 Fatal
2 Severe Injury
3 Other Visible Injury
4 Complaint of Pain
Figure 5-7
Grove Street to Midblock Crossing
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Miles
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805 §¨¦
Euclid Avenue to Midblock Crossing
ß Install raised median with turn pockets
Plaza Boulevard / Grove Street intersection
HSIP Cycle 6: Signal equipment upgrades
HSIP Cycle 7: Safety lighting
HSIP Cycle 8: Pedestrian countdown signal heads
HSIP Cycle 9: Emergency vehicle preemption;
protected left signal phasing
Plaza Boulevard / Euclid Avenue intersection
HSIP Cycle 6: Ladder crosswalk on north leg
and signal equipment upgrades
HSIP Cycle 7: Safety lighting
HSIP Cycle 9: Emergency vehicle preemption
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Olive Ave
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E 11th St
Earle Dr
Tolas Ct
Harbison Pl
E 9th St
Mary Ct
Manchester St
Paradise Valley Rd
Salot St
Mary Ln
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National City SSARP - Plaza Boulevard & Paradise Valley Road Corridor E 8th St
Plaza Blvd
E 16th St
E 6th St
D Ave
E 4th St
A Ave
Palm Ave
E Ave
B Ave
Euclid Ave
C Ave
Highland Ave
W 8th St Hoover Ave
S Harbison Ave
Roosevelt Ave
R Ave
Munda Rd
Olive Ave
Ridgewood Dr
National City Blvd
T Ave
V Ave
Altamont Dr
K Ave
W 16th St
M Ave
Reo Dr
N Ave
Harding Ave
J Ave
W 12th St
Petal Dr
Earle Dr
L Ave
E 9th St
E 5th St
Manchester St
I Ave
F Ave
Grewia St
E 11th St
E 7th St
E 13th St
Mariposa Pl
Oriskany Rd
Dillard St
Q Ave
E 12th St
Mckinley Ave
Grove St
Lou St
Lanoitan Ave
E 14th St
E 15th St
E 10th St
Hollyhock Ln
Arcadia Ave
Paradise Dr
Mary Ct
Burden Dr
Wave Ct
C Ave
N Ave
E 12th St
Type of Collision
! Broadside
! Rear End
! Pedestrian/Vehicle
! Head-On
! Bicycle/Vehicle
! Hit Object
! Sideswipe
! Overturned
! Other/Not Stated
Severity
1 Fatal
2 Severe Injury
3 Other Visible Injury
4 Complaint of Pain
Figure 5-7
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Miles
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805 §¨¦
Plaza Boulevard / Harbison Avenue intersection
HSIP Cycle 6: Signal equipment upgrades
HSIP Cycle 7: Crosswalk on east leg
HSIP Cycle 8: Safety lighting
HSIP Cycle 9: Emergency vehicle preemption
Plaza Boulevard / Manchester Street intersection
HSIP Cycle 7: Signal equipment upgrades
HSIP Cycle 8: Pedestrian countdown signal heads &
safety lighting
HSIP Cycle 9: Emergency vehicle preemption
Plaza Boulevard / Paradise Valley Road / 8th Street intersection ß Provide signalhead for each through lane and left-turn lane (NB/SB approaches).
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Dillard St
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Munda Rd
Brenner Way
Elsberry St
Blue Bonnet Ct
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Plaza Blvd
E 16th St
E 6th St
D Ave
E 4th St
A Ave
Palm Ave
E Ave
B Ave
Euclid Ave
C Ave
Highland Ave
W 8th St Hoover Ave
S Harbison Ave
Roosevelt Ave
R Ave
Munda Rd
Olive Ave
Ridgewood Dr
National City Blvd
T Ave
V Ave
Altamont Dr
K Ave
W 16th St
M Ave
Reo Dr
N Ave
Harding Ave
J Ave
W 12th St
Petal Dr
Earle Dr
L Ave
E 9th St
E 5th St
Manchester St
I Ave
F Ave
Grewia St
E 11th St
E 7th St
E 13th St
Mariposa Pl
Oriskany Rd
Dillard St
Q Ave
E 12th St
Mckinley Ave
Grove St
Lou St
Lanoitan Ave
E 14th St
E 15th St
E 10th St
Hollyhock Ln
Arcadia Ave
Paradise Dr
Mary Ct
Burden Dr
Wave Ct
C Ave
N Ave
E 12th St
Type of Collision
! Broadside
! Rear End
! Pedestrian/Vehicle
! Head-On
! Bicycle/Vehicle
! Hit Object
! Sideswipe
! Overturned
! Other/Not Stated
Severity
1 Fatal
2 Severe Injury
3 Other Visible Injury
4 Complaint of Pain
Figure 5-7
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8th Street
Table 5-9 summarizes the recommended countermeasures along 8th Street. Collision locations, crash type, and level of injury severity for records along 8th Street are depicted in Figure 5-8. The graphic also identifies the recommendations and any previous or underway efforts that may address potential safety issues. Site specific issues and the resulting countermeasures are documented in Appendix C.

This roadway includes:
• Six intersections that experienced a severe or fatal injury collision:
o Pedestrian collision at Hoover Avenue / 8th Street (severe injury) o Pedestrian collision at National City Boulevard / 8th Street (fatal injury) o Head-On collision at D Avenue / 8th Street (severe injury) o Pedestrian collision at E Avenue / 8th Street (fatal injury) o Pedestrian collision at Highland Avenue / 8th Street (severe injury) o Pedestrian collision at Harbison Avenue / 8th Street (severe injury) o Pedestrian collision at Harbison Avenue / 8th Street (severe injury) • Six intersections with high collision frequency:
o Plaza Boulevard / 8th Street (12 total collisions)
o Euclid Avenue / 8th Street (11 total collisions)
o Harbison Avenue / 8th Street (8 total collisions)
o National City Boulevard / 8th Street (6 total collisions) o D Avenue / 8th Street (6 total collisions)
o V Avenue / 8th Street (6 total collisions)
• Six segments that experienced a severe/fatal injury collision:
o Pedestrian collision between Highland Avenue and I Avenue (severe injury) o Pedestrian collision between Highland Avenue and I Avenue (severe injury) o Broadside collision between T Avenue and Paradise Drive (severe injury) o Bicycle collision between Paradise Drive and V Avenue (severe injury) o Head-On collision between Euclid Avenue and Burden Drive (severe injury) o Bicycle collision between Harbison Avenue and Rachael Avenue (severe injury) • One segment with high collision frequency:
o between Euclid Avenue and Burden Drive (8 total collisions)

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Table 5-9 8th Street Countermeasure Summary
Recommended Countermeasures1 Location(s)
S2 Improve signal hardware (provide overhead mounted signal head for each through lane)
Signalized intersection at:
• 8th Street / Plaza Boulevard / Paradise Valley Road
S2 Improve signal hardware (provide back-plates with
retroreflective borders)
Signal heads at:
• Euclid Avenue / 8th Street
• 8th Street / Plaza Boulevard / Paradise Valley Road
S3 Improve signal timing (provide NO RIGHT ON RED signage) Signalized intersection at:
• National City Boulevard / 8th Street
S18PB Install pedestrian crossing (high visibility continental crosswalks)
All legs of the following intersections:
• Highland Avenue / 8th Street
• Harbison Avenue / 8th Street
S20PB Install advance stop bar before crosswalk
All legs of the following intersections:
• Highland Avenue / 8th Street
• Harbison Avenue / 8th Street
S21PB Modify signal phasing to implement a Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI)
All legs of the following intersections:
• National City Boulevard / 8th Street
• Highland Avenue / 8th Street
NS21PB Install/upgrade pedestrian crossing at uncontrolled locations (with enhanced safety features)
Provide high visibility marked crosswalks with advance yield/stop markings at the following location:
• T Avenue / 8th Street (north and east legs)
Provide curb extensions at the following location:
• T Avenue / 8th Street (east leg)
NS22PB Install Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) Install at the following location:
• T Avenue / 8th Street (east leg)
R8 Install raised median (provide turn pockets at intersections and major driveways)
Install along the following segments:
• 8th Street, from Highland Avenue to K Avenue
• 8th Street, from Palm Avenue to Rachael Avenue

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Coolidge Ave
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National City SSARP - 8th Street Corridor
E 8th St
E 4th St
Plaza Blvd
E 6th St
D Ave
E Ave
B Ave
A Ave
Palm Ave
C Ave
Harbor Dr
Euclid Ave
W 8th St
F Ave
G Ave
J Ave
Highland Ave
K Ave
Roosevelt Ave
R Ave
I Ave
S Harbison Ave
T Ave
V Ave
Civic Center Dr
National City Blvd
M Ave
Olive Ave
N Ave
4th St
Q Ave
W 12th St
L Ave
E 9th St
Mariposa Pl
E 3rd St
E 5th St
E 11th St
Plumas St
E 7th St
E 13th St
E 12th St
Ethel Pl
Shell Ave
Southall St
Cummings Rd
Hoover Ave
Mole Rd
E 10th St
Arcadia Pl
Tolas Ct
Earle Dr
Paradise Dr
Terry Ln
E 12th St
E 3rd St E 3rd St 4th St
E 12th St
E 9th St
E 3rd St
E 5th St
E 13th St
Type of Collision
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! Pedestrian/Vehicle
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! Bicycle/Vehicle
! Hit Object
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! Overturned
! Other/Not Stated
Severity
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2 Severe Injury
3 Other Visible Injury
4 Complaint of Pain
Figure 5-8
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E 8th St
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Plaza Blvd
E 6th St
D Ave
E Ave
B Ave
A Ave
Palm Ave
C Ave
Harbor Dr
Euclid Ave
W 8th St
F Ave
G Ave
J Ave
Highland Ave
K Ave
Roosevelt Ave
R Ave
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T Ave
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Civic Center Dr
National City Blvd
M Ave
Olive Ave
N Ave
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Mariposa Pl
E 3rd St
E 5th St
E 11th St
Plumas St
E 7th St
E 13th St
E 12th St
Ethel Pl
Shell Ave
Southall St
Cummings Rd
Hoover Ave
Mole Rd
E 10th St
Arcadia Pl
Tolas Ct
Earle Dr
Paradise Dr
Terry Ln
E 12th St
E 3rd St E 3rd St 4th St
E 12th St
E 9th St
E 3rd St
E 5th St
E 13th St
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! Bicycle/Vehicle
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! Overturned
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Severity
1 Fatal
2 Severe Injury
3 Other Visible Injury
4 Complaint of Pain
Figure 5-8
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Collision occurred prior to median installation
National City Boulevard / 8
th Street intersection
ß Provide lead pedestrian intervals.
ß Provide NO RIGHT TURN ON RED blank out signage on southbound to westbound right.

HSIP Cycle 6: Signal equipment upgrades
HSIP Cycle 7: Safety lighting
HSIP Cycle 9: Emergency vehicle preemption
D Avenue / 8
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E 8th St
E 4th St
Plaza Blvd
E 6th St
D Ave
E Ave
B Ave
A Ave
Palm Ave
C Ave
Harbor Dr
Euclid Ave
W 8th St
F Ave
G Ave
J Ave
Highland Ave
K Ave
Roosevelt Ave
R Ave
I Ave
S Harbison Ave
T Ave
V Ave
Civic Center Dr
National City Blvd
M Ave
Olive Ave
N Ave
4th St
Q Ave
W 12th St
L Ave
E 9th St
Mariposa Pl
E 3rd St
E 5th St
E 11th St
Plumas St
E 7th St
E 13th St
E 12th St
Ethel Pl
Shell Ave
Southall St
Cummings Rd
Hoover Ave
Mole Rd
E 10th St
Arcadia Pl
Tolas Ct
Earle Dr
Paradise Dr
Terry Ln
E 12th St
E 3rd St E 3rd St 4th St
E 12th St
E 9th St
E 3rd St
E 5th St
E 13th St
Type of Collision
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! Pedestrian/Vehicle
! Head-On
! Bicycle/Vehicle
! Hit Object
! Sideswipe
! Overturned
! Other/Not Stated
Severity
1 Fatal
2 Severe Injury
3 Other Visible Injury
4 Complaint of Pain
Figure 5-8
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th Street intersection
ß Provide high visibility continental crosswalks
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ß Provide lead pedestrian intervals.

HSIP Cycle 7: Signal equipment upgrades
HSIP Cycle 8: Pedestrian countdown signal heads
HSIP Cycle 9: Emergency vehicle preemption Highland Avenue to K Avenue ß Provide median with cutouts along extents.

K Avenue / 8th Street intersection
Driver at fault (DUI)
M Avenue / 8
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E 8th St
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Plaza Blvd
E 6th St
D Ave
E Ave
B Ave
A Ave
Palm Ave
C Ave
Harbor Dr
Euclid Ave
W 8th St
F Ave
G Ave
J Ave
Highland Ave
K Ave
Roosevelt Ave
R Ave
I Ave
S Harbison Ave
T Ave
V Ave
Civic Center Dr
National City Blvd
M Ave
Olive Ave
N Ave
4th St
Q Ave
W 12th St
L Ave
E 9th St
Mariposa Pl
E 3rd St
E 5th St
E 11th St
Plumas St
E 7th St
E 13th St
E 12th St
Ethel Pl
Shell Ave
Southall St
Cummings Rd
Hoover Ave
Mole Rd
E 10th St
Arcadia Pl
Tolas Ct
Earle Dr
Paradise Dr
Terry Ln
E 12th St
E 3rd St E 3rd St 4th St
E 12th St
E 9th St
E 3rd St
E 5th St
E 13th St
Type of Collision
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! Rear End
! Pedestrian/Vehicle
! Head-On
! Bicycle/Vehicle
! Hit Object
! Sideswipe
! Overturned
! Other/Not Stated
Severity
1 Fatal
2 Severe Injury
3 Other Visible Injury
4 Complaint of Pain
Figure 5-8
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Miles
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805 §¨¦
Palm Avenue to Rachael Avenue
ß Install raised median with cutouts along extent
Palm Avenue / 8
th Street intersection
HSIP Cycle 7: Signal equipment upgrades
HSIP Cycle 9: Emergency vehicle preemption
T Avenue / 8th Street intersection
ß Provide high visibility crosswalk on the north and
east leg advanced stop bars and yield markings.
ß Provide curb bulb-outs.
ß Provide rapid rectangular flashing beacons (RRFB)
on the east leg crossing.

R Avenue / 8th Street intersection
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National City City Council
October 20, 2026