City of Orange
City Traffic Commission
February 11, 2026
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The Traffic Commission of the City of Orange, California convened on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. for a Regular Meeting in the Council Chamber, 300 E. Chapman Avenue, California.
1. OPENING/CALL TO ORDER
Chair Feliz called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
1.1 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Sean Chavarria led the flag salute.
The meeting was paused at 5:31 p.m. due to technical issues and resumed at 5:51 p.m.
1.2 ROLL CALL
Present: Ricci, Barbeito, Hamilton, Chavarria, Redding, and Feliz
Absent: None
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS
None.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
3.1. Approval of minutes of the City of Orange Traffic Commission Regular Meeting held on December 10, 2025
A motion was made by Vice Chair Ricci, seconded by Commissioner Chavarria, to approve minutes as presented. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ricci, Barbeito, Hamilton, Chavarria, Redding, and FelizAyes:
NoneNoes:
NoneAbsent:
4. NEW BUSINESS
4.1. Proposed installation of rectangular rapid flashing beacons on White Oak Ridge approximately 260 feet east of Deep Spring Road
Transportation Analyst Jose A La Torre provided a brief staff report utilizing a PowerPoint Presentation.
A motion was made by Vice Chair Ricci, seconded by Commissioner Chavarria, to approve rectangular rapid flashing beacons on White Oak Ridge approximately 260 feet east of Deep Spring Road. The motion carried by the following vote:
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NoneNoes:
NoneAbsent:
4.2. 3-hour time -limited parking on the north side Katella Avenue, adjacent to the commercial frontage of 1249 E. Katella Avenue (APN: 375-461-48) Transportation Analyst Jose A La Torre provided a brief staff report utilizing a PowerPoint Presentation.
The Commission considered the request for time -limited parking and discussed related concerns in the area. Staff provided clarification on the various types of time -limited parking that have been implemented historically based on land use needs.
A motion was made by Chair Feliz, seconded by Commissioner Hamilton, to: 1.
Approve installation of 3-hour parking on the north side of Katella Avenue, adjacent to the commercial frontage of 1249 E. Katella Avenue. 2. Adopt Resolution TC 01-2026.
A Resolution of the Traffic Commission of the City of Orange for the Establishment of 3-Hour Time -Limited Parking on the North Side of Katella Avenue, Adjacent to the Commercial Frontage of 1249 E. Katella Avenue (Assessor Parcel Number 375-461-48). The motion carried by the following vote:
Ricci, Barbeito, Hamilton, Chavarria, Redding, and FelizAyes:
NoneNoes:
NoneAbsent:
4.3. Request for permit parking on both sides of Fairmont Way from La Veta Avenue to Delia Lane
Assistant Engineer Maria Prado provided a brief staff report utilizing a PowerPoint Presentation.
The Commission inquired about available mechanisms to address concerns about potential spillover of permit parking into adjacent streets. Staff clarified that a program is available allowing residents impacted by spillover to apply for permit parking without paying the application fee.
Public Speakers
Garrett Terlaak and Rachael Fedden spoke in favor.
Mark Rosales spoke in favor but expressed concerns regarding potential spillover of vehicles onto Delia Lane.
Anna Illif spoke in opposition, citing concerns about spillover of vehicles into the surrounding neighborhoods if the request is approved.
A motion was made by Commissioner Hamilton, seconded by Commissioner Chavarria to: 1. Approve the implementation of permit parking on Fairmont Way from La Veta Avenue to Delia Lane. 2. Forward recommendation to City Council for final action. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ricci, Barbeito, Hamilton, Chavarria, Redding, and FelizAyes:
NoneNoes:
NoneAbsent:
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4.4. Discussion of potential operational changes to the signalized intersection of Tustin Street and Briardale-Taft Avenue
Senior Civil Engineer Martin Varona provided a brief staff report utilizing a PowerPoint Presentation. Staff recommended modifying the traffic signal to serve east and westbound traffic separately rather than together.
Public Speakers
Mike Brydges supported the proposal with the suggestion that eastbound through traffic be permitted and requested speed humps and no through traffic on Briardale Avenue.
Nora Wolkoff spoke in favor of the proposed changes.
Vera Mater spoke in favor of the proposed changes.
Bill Chavez, Ryan Helms, and Cindy Ellington, spoke in favor of the proposed changes and also supports implementing permit parking on Briardale Avenue.
The Commission inquired about the potential tradeoff's of adding an additional phase to the signal. Staff clarified that the proposed change is expected to have a minimal impact on overall traffic flow.
A motion was made by Vice Chair Ricci, seconded by Commissioner Chavarria to approve the implementation of a signal sequencing strategy that involves serving east and westbound traffic from Briardale Avenue in series, rather than in parallel. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ricci, Barbeito, Hamilton, Chavarria, Redding, and FelizAyes:
NoneNoes:
NoneAbsent:
5. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 6:40 p.m.
The next Regular City Traffic Commission Meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber.
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LARRY TAY
DEPUTY PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR/
CITY TRAFFIC ENGINEER
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