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REQUEST FOR
COUNCIL ACTION
CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE:
CLERK OF COUNCIL USE ONLY:
APRIL 7, 2008
TITLE:
CONTRACT AWARD FOR TRAFFIC
DETECTION VIDEO SYSTEMS
(SPEC. NO. 08-015)
APPROVED
D As Recommended
D As Amended
D Ordinance on 1 st Reading
D Ordinance on 2nd Reading
D Implementing Resolution
D Set Public Hearing For
CONTINUED TO
FILE NUMBER
RECOMMENDED ACTION
Award a contract to Iteris for the purchase and installation of traffic
detection video systems in an amount not to exceed $47,474.
DISCUSSION
The Public Works Agency's Traffic Engineering Division manages
approximately 275 traffic signals throughout the City. For most of these
intersections, signal loops imbedded into the street collect real time
traffic data in order to make adjustments to traffic signal timing. Data
monitored includes speed and volume of traffic, and occupancy of traffic
lanes. However, in 17 intersections where loop installation is difficult
or cost prohibi ti ve, video detection technology is utilized to provide
traffic information. Iteris, a Santa Ana vendor, installed the video
detection systems in 13 of the 17 intersections, with the remaining four
utilizing Econolite video detection systems. Currently, three of the
Econolite systems are no longer operational and are in need of
replacement.
In 2001, the Traffic Engineering Division evaluated video detection
systems. Based on its technical superiority, ease of use and high level
of customer service, staff elected to standardize on the Iteris system.
Iteris has agreed to replace the three non-operating Econolite systems at
a discounted rate.
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Contract Award for Video Detection Systems
April 7, 2008
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FISCAL IMPACT
Funds are available in the New Transportation System Improvements for Area
E account (no. 34-631-6631)
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James G. Ross
Executive ~irector
PUbliC~~ks Agency
JGR/WO/08-015.9:
APPROVED AS TO FUNDS AND ACCOUNTS:
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