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CONSENT CALENDAR
City of San Bernardino
Request for Council Action
Date: September 2, 2026
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
From: Lynn Merrill, Director of Public Works
Department: Public Works
Subject: Approve Stop Sign Installation at Various Locations (Wards 2, 3, 4, 5, 7)
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino California, adopt Resolution No. 2026-151; Authorizing the City Manager and/or designee to amend the City’s Master List of certain streets or portions thereof designated as Through Highways and authorizing the establishment of stop control at the following locations:
a. Kenwood Ave and 17th St (Ward 2)
b. Kenwood Ave and 18th St (Ward 2)
c. Gould St and Ferree St (Ward 3)
d. 50th St and Mountain View Ave (Ward 4)
e. 54th St and E St (Ward 4)
f. 54th St and Acacia Ave (Ward 4)
g. 30th St and Lincoln Dr (Ward 5)
h. 38th St and Genevieve St (Ward 7)
i. D St and 34th St (Ward 7)
j. D St and Marshall Blvd (Ward 7)
City Manager's Comments
The City Manager recommends approval.
Executive Summary
The Public Works Department recommends the approval of the installation of stop 3 5
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signs at the above locations to enhance safety and improve vehicular and pedestrian flow. The proposed stop signs aligns with the City’s broader commitment to improve safety and accessibility on the roadway segments in the City.
Background
Staff received a citizen request to evaluate the potential installation of a stop sign control at the following intersections:
a. Kenwood Ave and 17th St
b. Kenwood Ave and 18th St
c. Gould St and Ferree St
d. 50th St and Mountain View Ave
e. 54th St and E St
f. 54th St and Acacia Ave
g. 30th St and Lincoln Dr
h. 38th St and Genevieve St
i. D St and 34th St
j. D St and Marshall Blvd
The City has adopted the Guidelines published in the California Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (CA MUTCD) on the use of stop signs have been adopted by the City. The guidelines recommend the use of a stop sign facing the minor street of a 4-legged intersection and the terminating leg of a T-intersection, if certain conditions exist to better clarify and regulate right-of-way at an intersection. Additionally, common factors and warrants considered for the installation of stop signs as follows:
•Traffic Volumes.
•Pedestrian Volume.
•Visibility.
•Accident History.
Discussion
The Traffic Engineering Section of the Public Works Department has been focused on installing stop signs at uncontrolled intersections and implementing two way and four - way stops at intersections with limited visibility and a history of collisions. These uncontrolled intersections have led to confusion among drivers, making it challenging for vehicles, bicyclists, and pedestrians to safely navigate crossings without clear stop signs. This lack of signage can result in drivers not having enough time to notice pedestrians, cyclists, and cross traffic, leading to difficulties in deciding whether to come to a full stop at these intersecting streets.
Staff investigated traffic conditions at the intersections referenced above and found that stop signs should be installed to better clarify the rules of the road at each intersection. Stop signs are also recommended to mitigate sight distance issues such as corner landscaping, corner perimeter or structure walls, and/or horizontal or vertical road curvature which may exist at these locations.
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The table below identifies the types of warrants met at each intersection:
Intersection Justification for
stop sign
Kenwood Ave and 17th St Warrant A-2
Kenwood Ave and 18th St Warrant A-2
Gould St & Ferree St Warrant A-1
50th St and Mountain View Ave Warrant A-1
54th St and E St Warrant A-2
54th St and Acacia Ave Warrant A-2
30th St and Lincoln Dr Warrant A-1
38th St and Genevieve St Warrant A-1
D St and 34th St Warrant A-1
D St and Marshall Blvd Warrant A-1
The City must designate roadways as Through Highways in order to implement traffic control measures. Staff presented the proposed stop sign locations to the City’s Public Safety and Human Relations Commission (PS&HR) at its July 20, 2026, meeting. The Commission reviewed and approved the proposed stop sign locations and recommended moving forward to the City Council for approval. Following City Council approval, Public Works anticipates that implementation of the proposed stop sign and pavement marking improvements will take approximately one month. This timeframe includes the preparation and execution of a task order under the City’s existing contract with Cal Stripe, Inc., coordination with the contractor, and scheduling of the installation work. The actual installation date will be subject to the contractor’s availability and scheduling.
Strategic Targets and Goals
This project is consistent with Key Target No. 3d: Improved Quality of Life. The project will evaluate and enhance the quality of public safety services.
Fiscal Impact
The estimated cost to install the proposed stop signs and associated pavement markings ranges from approximately $2,000 to $3,000 per location, for a total estimated cost of $20,000 to $30,000 for all locations. Public Works has an existing contract with Cal Stripe, Inc., a paving and pavement markings contractor, to implement the proposed improvements. Sufficient funding is available in the FY 2026/27 Operating Budget to cover the estimated costs.
Conclusion
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino California, adopt Resolution No. 2026-151; Authorizing the City Manager and or designee to amend the City’s Master List of certain streets or portions thereof as through highways and authoring the establishments of Stop control at the following locations:
a. Kenwood Ave and 17th St (Ward 2)
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b. Kenwood Ave and 18th St (Ward 2)
c. Gould St and Ferree St (Ward 3)
d. 50th St and Mountain View Ave (Ward 4)
e. 54th St and E St (Ward 4)
f. 54th St and Acacia Ave (Ward 4)
g. 30th St and Lincoln Dr (Ward 5)
h. 38th St and Genevieve St (Ward 7)
i. D St and 34th St (Ward 7)
j. D St and Marshall Blvd (Ward 7)
Attachments
Attachment 1- Resolution 2026-151
Attachment 2- Exhibit A-Master List
Attachment 3 - Kenwood Ave and 17th St Stop Sign warrant and Site plan Attachment 4 - Kenwood Ave and 18th St Stop Sign warrant and Site plan Attachment 5- Gould St and Ferree St Stop sign warrant and Site plan Attachment 6 - 50th St and Mountain View Ave Stop sign warrant and Site plan Attachment 7 - 54th St and E St Stop sign warrant and Site plan Attachment 8 - 54th St and Acacia Ave Stop Sign warrant and Site plan Attachment 9 - 30th St and Lincoln Dr Stop sign Warrant and Site plan.
Attachment 10 - 38th St and Genevieve St Stop sign warrant and Site plan.
Attachment 11 - D St and 34th St Stop sign warrant and Site plan Attachment 12 - D St and Marshall Blvd Ave Stop sign warrant and Site plan Ward:
2,3, 4, 5, 7
Synopsis of Previous Council Actions:
None
CC
Eric Levitt, City Manager