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HomeMy WebLinkAbout17 - Amending Chapter 12.54 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code Pertaining to the Oceanfront Boardwalk Safety Program - PowerPoint3ceo q1 � 07 17 i:i'FT'T IT�TF. r 'J- r• h SO February 11 Study Session Reca ➢ Presentation of Existing Conditions/Regulations ➢ Extensive Public Comment ➢ Council Guidance to Staff 1. Review fines related to violation of Oceanfront Boardwalk regulations for potential increase 2. Consider additional Engineering items to discourage poor user behavior 3. Consider ban of motorized transportation devices BEACH SLOW DOWN c,.SSIN D or WETI no 0=1 a D re NBMC Chapter 12.54 Oceanfront Boardwalk Safety Program ➢ Defines Oceanfront as a Walkway ➢ Establishes 8 mph Speed Limit ➢ No Motorized Scooters ➢ No Unsafe Operation ➢ Establishes Rules of the Road ➢ Authority for enacting Special Restrictions/Posting of signs ➢ Establishes Penalties for Violators Additional Oceanfront Boardwalk Regulations ➢ NBMC 12.56.040 — Prohibits Surrey Cycles and Pedicabs ➢ NBMC 12.57.020 and Resolution 2012-15 — Prohibits Skateboards ➢ CVC 312.5 — Defines electric bicycle classifications ➢ CVC 21207.5 — Prohibits Motorized/Class 3 electric bicycle and Class 1/2 electric bicycles may be prohibited ➢ CVC 21280 — Allows Electronic Personal Assistive Mobility Devices (EPAMD) Proposed Amendment - Chapter 12.54 Oceanfront Boardwalk Safety Program 12.54.020 -Add Definitions for • Electric Bicycle • Electrically Motorized Board • Motorized Transportation Devices 12.54.070 (A) - Increase the Maximum Fine from $50 to $200 • Speed Limit • Motorized Scooters • Rules of the Road • Other Restrictions as Posted Engineering Solutions Update Sign/Striping Maintenance ALL USERS SPEED LIMIT 8 MPH • •UNSAFE OPERATION •SMOKING •SURREYS •SKATEBOARDING •MOTORIZED VEHICLES CNB MC# 1254 11.08.080 ALL USERS SPEED LIMIT 8 MPH •UNSAFE OPERATION •SMOKING •SURREYS •SKATEBOARDING •MOTORIZED VEHICLES CN8 MC# 12.54/11.08.080 • 100+ Regulatory and Unique signs and Pavement Legends in place now (Created by past Oceanfront Committee) ✓ Replaced Missing and Faded Signs/Pavement Legends ✓ Consider use of symbols to draw more attention to regulations Engineering Solutions Update Radar Feedback Signs • Increases awareness of speed ✓Signs now shuts off at preset speed to deter "racing" ✓Rotate sign locations along the Oceanfront Speed Calming Devices Update • No "Standard" Devices for multi -use trails • Discussed Options with other Agencies/Professionals • Consider adapting vehicle • Reviewed Speed Bumps and other devices Rumble Strip Demonstration Project Castaways Trail aIF • Installed September, 17 • 3 Locations along trail • Plan to conclude observations at end of December B ,.:kAi.`.0>-0Yd^Y+d=.a4au!9/A?pvY.FG3 1E+a'tiVh _ Oceanfront Boardwalk Improvement Project Project to review/consider upgrades to the Oceanfront Boardwalk, Oceanfront Parking Lot and McFadden Square Plaza ➢ Consultant Selection Complete ➢ Project Funding deferred to FY21/22 Surrey Cycles - NBMC 12.56.040 -UNSAFE OPERATION -SMOKING -SURREYS -SKATEBOARDING -MOTORIZED VEHICLES CNB MC# 1Z.54/11.08.080 1995 — Ordinance 95-40 ➢ Prohibited Surreys from Sidewalks, Boardwalks and Piers ➢ Rental Operator requirements ■ Inform users of Regulations ■ Place placard on Surrey showing prohibited areas 0 Install an orange flag Recommendations 1. Amend Municipal Code Chapter 12.54 • Add Definitions for New Motorized Conveyances • Increase Fines for Oceanfront Boardwalk Violations 2. Provide Direction to Staff regarding use of Motorized Transportation Devices, including Electric Bicycles, on the Oceanfront Boardwalk Discussion Your Public Works Department Protecting and Providing Quality Public Improvements and Services