STARPOINTE TRAFFIC LIGHT
EXCLUSIVE COVERAGE
APRIL 27, 2016
PHOTOS COURTESY JEN BARBER
OCTOBER 5, 2015
The City of Goodyear tweeted the approval October 5, 2015.
Goodyear City Council unanimously approves the installation of a traffic light in front of the Starpointe Residents Club at Elliot Road and San Gabriel Drive.
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Total cost of the project is $500,000. It will be roughly five months for materials to arrive. Here is the installation timeline:
October 9, 2015
November 2015
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Notice to proceed
Utility relocation on the southeast corner of the intersection
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December 2015
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Underground foundation preliminary work to prepare for poles to be installed
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February/March 2016
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Mast arms should arrive
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Early March 2016
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Installation of mast arms
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End of March 2016
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Activation of traffic lights at Starpointe intersection
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR - OCTOBER 5, 2015
OCTOBER 1, 2015
Next Monday night, the City of Goodyear mayor and council will vote on the approval to construct a traffic signal at Elliot Road and San Gabriel Drive.
The meeting will take place at the Goodyear Justice Center at approximately 6pm. The agenda says the meeting will begin after the Work Session that starts at 4:30pm. The traffic light approval is 7.2 on the agenda. Click here for the agenda...
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The traffic light funds would come from previously appropriated funds in an amount not to exceed $500,000. The agenda also states, "A traffic signal is anticipated to be warranted with the addition of traffic from the Taco Bell that is currently under construction and scheduled to open in November or December." This project is budgeted in Fiscal Year 2015-16 of the City’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP) as CIP Project Number ST1607.
If you recall, (by scrolling down this page), Estrella Mountain Residents first told you about the resident effort and petition to improve traffic conditions in front of the Starpointe Residents Club in April of this year. This came about due to resident surprise upon hearing the Taco Bell was coming in near that intersection. Several Estrella residents approached council to discuss their concerns about traffic and the council will have final say next Monday night.
If you recall, (by scrolling down this page), Estrella Mountain Residents first told you about the resident effort and petition to improve traffic conditions in front of the Starpointe Residents Club in April of this year. This came about due to resident surprise upon hearing the Taco Bell was coming in near that intersection. Several Estrella residents approached council to discuss their concerns about traffic and the council will have final say next Monday night.
UPDATE ON THE TRAFFIC LIGHT AT THE STARPOINTE RESIDENTS CLUB
SEPTEMBER 28, 2015
If you recall, (by scrolling down this page), Estrella Mountain Residents first told you about the resident effort and petition to improve traffic conditions in front of the Starpointe Residents Club in April of this year. This came about due to resident surprise upon hearing the Taco Bell was coming in near that intersection.
At the Estrella Annual Meeting last week, during CCMC’s Facilities Update, it was announced that preliminary work was proceeding for adding a stop light at the corner of Elliot Road and San Gabriel which is the entrance to Starpointe Residents Club. Funding for this stop light was approved by the City of Goodyear in June of this year. Final approval is scheduled for the October 5, 2015 City Council Meeting with installation to start in October and to be completed by February/March of 2016. This stop light is one of three within the city scheduled for completion in 2016. |
This is great news for our community and came about as a result of the combined efforts of residents, CCMC, the Board of Directors and Newland Communities working with the City of Goodyear. Thanks to all of you that provided advocacy and support.
Estrella Mountain Residents® live tweeted the City Council meeting from April 27th. The next day, The City of Goodyear tweeted back, "@EMRresidents Thank you for coming out to participate in this all-American process! We want to hear what you have to say - always!"
Estrella Mountain Residents® live tweeted the City Council meeting from April 27th. The next day, The City of Goodyear tweeted back, "@EMRresidents Thank you for coming out to participate in this all-American process! We want to hear what you have to say - always!"
ESTRELLA RESIDENTS ASK GOODYEAR CITY COUNCIL TO CONSIDER TRAFFIC LIGHT IN FRONT OF THE STARPOINTE RESIDENTS CLUB
APRIL 27, 2015
... and we think they did a GREAT job!
We LIVE TWEETED the Goodyear City Council work session and public comment from meetings concerning Estrella's traffic safety. Visit our Twitter page to see what was discussed here. |
GOODYEAR CITY COUNCIL MEETS TONIGHT TO HEAR ABOUT THE NEED FOR TRAFFIC LIGHTS
APRIL 27, 2015
April 25, 2015 - Photo Credit Kacy Lujan
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Saturday night, MC 85 saw yet another crash. This one at Estrella Parkway in Goodyear just before 9pm.
The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office responded but does not have crash reports available yet online. However, passersby raised concern about the intersection citing previous accidents. Even though a traffic light is installed at this intersection, residents pointed out the need to double check oncoming cars before crossing... even on a green light. |
So, just how are traffic lights and increased traffic patrols considered in the West Valley?
West Valley Families® provides insight on traffic light approval in a blog post written by Jen Barber. For the full article, go here. Tonight in Goodyear, city traffic engineers will explain to council members how traffic signals are evaluated and prioritized within the city's Capital Improvement Program - or CIP. According to the staff report for tonight's work session, staff will recommend installing a light at the Estrella intersection in front of the Starpointe Residents Club in 2016 due to increasing development in the area. READ THE STAFF REPORT HERE.
West Valley Families® provides insight on traffic light approval in a blog post written by Jen Barber. For the full article, go here. Tonight in Goodyear, city traffic engineers will explain to council members how traffic signals are evaluated and prioritized within the city's Capital Improvement Program - or CIP. According to the staff report for tonight's work session, staff will recommend installing a light at the Estrella intersection in front of the Starpointe Residents Club in 2016 due to increasing development in the area. READ THE STAFF REPORT HERE.
This comes after local residents started a petition and letter writing campaign to the Goodyear City Council.
When we purchased our home in Estrella Mountain Ranch we chose our home location based on proximity to the shopping center, club house and lakes. We wanted to be able to reach these amenities by foot or bicycle. Each morning I enjoy taking my 2 youngest children in their double stroller for a walk around the lakes. When my 7 year old is home he likes to tag along on his bike. It has become increasingly dangerous to cross the intersection. I have witnessed many close calls and 2 accidents. I am concerned for our drivers, pedestrians, and bikers. I am urging city council to please install a traffic light at this intersection. ~Suzanne McEvoy, Estrella Resident
Goodyear City Council hears the traffic light presentation tonight at 4:30pm during its work session.
The Goodyear Justice Center is located at 14455 W. Van Buren St., Goodyear, Az 85338. Public comment is not allowed until the City Council meeting at 6pm. You can download your Speaker Request Form here. Submit it to the City Clerk when you arrive. If many residents wish to speak about the same issue, the mayor may ask you to nominate one person to speak on behalf of the group. Be sure that person gives an accurate number of people who've attended the meeting in favor for or against the topic. |
As commercial and residential development continues in the Estrella and Canta Mia areas, traffic is getting congested and dangerous in the intersection of San Gabriel Drive and Elliot Road, where the entrance/exit is to the Starpointe Residents Club. City Council has recently approved a Taco Bell with a drive through, just east of this intersection. We are asking the Goodyear City Council to consider installing a traffic signal for the safety of our residents and guests, whether they use that intersection as pedestrians, motorists, or bicyclists. We would like to see the City Council act in a proactive fashion, instead of waiting to react to a serious accident. ~Sara Gilligan, Estrella Resident
CITY OF GOODYEAR LAWMAKERS TO CONSIDER A SIGNAL NEAR THE STARPOINTE AFTER RESIDENT INPUT
The Goodyear City Council is holding a work session on Monday night at 4:30pm to discuss 9 various, concerning intersections in our All-America City. The staff report states, "The intersection on the list above that is currently being tracked most regularly is the intersection of Elliot Road and San Gabriel Drive/Starpointe Entrance. This intersection had a significant increase in traffic between 2013 and 2015 with the opening of McDonald’s in the Safeway shopping center. Traffic is anticipated to continue to increase with the opening of Taco Bell later this year and overall increase in customers to this shopping center. While a traffic signal is not currently warranted, the volume of pedestrians crossing Elliot Road at San Gabriel Drive/Starpointe Entrance and the future opening of Taco Bell justifies continued attention at this intersection.
"As development increases within this area, a signal will become warranted. As such, Engineering is recommending the approval of funding for the installation of a signal. If approved, a design will be completed, a contractor will be identified through procurement procedures and signal equipment/poles will be secured. The installation would occur in spring 2016." READ THE REPORT HERE. |
HOW THIS ALL STARTED
On Monday, April 16th, the Goodyear City Council unanimously gave the green light to the Taco Bell being built in Estrella before addressing traffic safety in front of the Starpointe Residents Club.
City staff and council members discussed the traffic issue on Elliot Road with the intent of having a future meeting to learn more about it.
Local residents are banding together to try to bring awareness to the City of Goodyear's lawmakers. You can learn more here.
To view the City Council video and discussion about traffic safety in Estrella, click here. Discussion starts at 1:55:50.
On Monday, April 16th, the Goodyear City Council unanimously gave the green light to the Taco Bell being built in Estrella before addressing traffic safety in front of the Starpointe Residents Club.
City staff and council members discussed the traffic issue on Elliot Road with the intent of having a future meeting to learn more about it.
Local residents are banding together to try to bring awareness to the City of Goodyear's lawmakers. You can learn more here.
To view the City Council video and discussion about traffic safety in Estrella, click here. Discussion starts at 1:55:50.
***SIGN THE PETITION HERE***
GOODYEAR CITY COUNCIL HEARING ESTRELLA INTERSECTION COMMENTS 4.27.2015
Residents who prefer to write to council are advised to do so before 4pm today. The email address is [email protected].