Attachment A
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SANTA MARIA, CALIFORNIA
APPROVING THE REMOVAL OF EXISTING NO STOPPING ZONES
ON WESTERN AVENUE, CARMEN LANE, AND SONYA LANE, AND
ESTABLISHING A PASSENGER LOADING ZONE ON WESTERN AVENUE
ADJACENT TO JIMENEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL,
PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA VEHICLE CODE SECTION 21458
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the City of Santa Maria to establish Passenger Loading Zones at cer tain locations within the City to improve safety and circulation; and
WHEREAS, the City of Santa Maria Traffic Committee has reviewed and recommends the establishment of a Passenger Loading Zone along Western Avenue adjacent to Jimenez Elementary School; and
WHEREAS, the proposed Passenger Loading Zone will enhance student drop-off and pick-up operations, improve pedestrian safety, and support more efficient traffic flow near the school.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council of th e City of Santa Maria, California, as follows:
SECTION 1. Pursuant to Section 21458 of the California Vehicle Code, a passenger loading zone shall be established along the west side of Western Avenue, beginning at the southwest curb return at Western Avenue and Carmen Lane, and extending north for approximately seven hundred fifty (750) feet. All work shall be accomplished in accordance with City standards and specifications, as approved by the Director of Public Works/City Engineer; and
SECTION 2. The Chief Deputy City Clerk is hereby authorized to make m inor changes herein to address clerical errors, so long as substantial conformance of the intent of this document is maintained. In doing so, the Chief Deputy City Clerk shall consult with the City Manager and City Attorney concerning any changes deemed necessary.
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Attachment A
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Santa Maria, California, held this 18th day of November 2025.
ATTEST:
Chief Deputy City Clerk
Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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City Attorney
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
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Department Director
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City Manager