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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSS3 - Update on Traffic Signal ModernizationJVEKVIEW VF CITY TKAFFICSIUNP SYSTECHNOLOGYocto"TEM R Item S it ✓� � /i. Y�•Y, �1 :. ��/p �y.:� v II I t � �' i A ' Y'El�� �; � r�. � i W Balboa Blvd k i r + i I �f ,4 • WAt 27 VFW Introduction Public Works staff operates and maintains the City's modern traffic signal system with the goal of Safe and Efficient Movement of People and Goods Currently, there are: 145 Traffic Signals within Newport Beach City directly operates 123 Traffic Signals Shared operation of 22 Traffic Signals with neighboring agencies Modern Traffic Signal System Traffic Management Center (City Hall) 0 0 0 c� U E E 0 u a� a� w Field Components Traffic Signal System Operation Management Actively Managing the flow of traffic with Signal Timing, Phasing and Coordination Managing Non -Routine Congestion Special Event Construction Traffic incidents Maintenance Improving Signal Reliability through Proactive Maintenance and CIP Projects ❖Traffic Signal Response/Repair Response to Traffic Signal Outages Traffic Signal Timing Methods Fixed Time Time is fixed for each movement regardless of user demand Free Intersections operate individually based on user demand Synchronized/Coordinated Intersections operate together to improve the flow of traffic along the major roadway — Based on preset timing plans Advanced — "Adaptive" and "Responsive" Intersection coordination is fine-tuned automatically by signal system allowing for dynamic changes based on traffic demand 03 01 a 02 Phase 1& 8 I Phase 2& B Phase 3& 7 I Phase 4& 8 Split 1 Split Split Split Challenges t -m- efficient Traffic Flow ➢ Traffic Signals are Intended for Intersection Control (Green for one direction means red for another) AF Roadway Capacity Limitations/Roadway "Friction" ➢ Legislative Changes and Timing Requirements Distracted Driving/Mobile PhonE Traffic Signal Preemption ➢ Traffic is Dynamic 0 Signal Technologi-The Early Times The first traffic signals were installed at critical intersections to better control the movement of vehicles Operated Independently Ran on a fixed Timer No Detection of vehicles Not Coordinated with Other Signals Technology - Re's and 90's Early computerized traffic signal systems arrived in 1980's allowing for additional traffic signal functionality and connectivity Multiple timing plans Coordination with other signals Vehicle detection "Central" monitoring Pedestrian and Bicycle timing �►'•.;Jim Signal Technology= Today a Modern Connected Traffic Management Center High Bandwidth Ethernet -Based Communication Network Live Traffic Monitoring via Field Cameras New Vehicle, Bike and Pedestrian Detection Technology Benefits of Today's System Reduced Delay Updated Timing/Coordination Plans Improved System Reliability Quicker Incident Notification/Response Centralized Control/Management Remote Device Monitoring Improved Power Efficiency Platform for Future Technology City Facility Communication .0 k Current System Improvements Adaptive/Responsive Advanced Traffic Signal r: Newport Boulevard Responsive Timing Deployment Project Via Lido to 21St Street Deployed Fall of 2017 MacArthur Boulevard Adaptive Demonstration Project Coast Highway to Bison Avenue Planned Deployment — Winter 2017 Current System Improvements Coast Highway Ti Project (MeclsurE Joint City/OCTA/Caltrans Project Traffic signal timing update Equipment replacement/upgrades CCTV Cameras on West Coast Highway Fiber Optic communication trunk line/gap closure Dynamic Message sign in Newport Coast Current Systen Improvement_ ❖ BIueTOAD Bluetooth Traffic Monitoring System Provide Real-Time/Historical Traffic Travel -Time and Routing Information Provide Data to Refine/Improve Signal Timing Plans Improved Incident Response through Alerts Integration with Motorist Information Signs Integration with Advanced Traffic Signal Timing Strategies Share data with Caltrans Proposed BlueTOAD Traffic Monitoring System I LEGEND PROPOSED CITY 9LUETOOTH DETECTION LOCATIONS CALTRANS SLUETOOTH DETECTION LOCATIONS CDM CONGESTION MANAGEMENT AND 9YP,ASS + PROJECT MONITORING (9 LOCATIONS) MACARTHUR ADAPTIVE* DEMONSTRATION PROJECT (A LOCATIONS, SHARED WITH GDM LOCATIONS) PENINSULA CONGESTION *MANAGEMENT%NEWPORT BOULEVARD RESPONSIVE MONITORING PROJECT (3 LOCATIONS) * "RESPONSIVE' AND "ADAPTIVE" TERMS REFER TO ADVANCED TRAFFIC SIGNAL TIMING STRATEGY DEMONSTRATION PROJECTS System Improvements Under Study Corona del Mar Bypass Identifies/Encourages Alternative Route for Motorists Incorporates Traffic Signal Technology Static/Dynamic Messaging Bluetooth Detection Builds on Coast Highway Improvements Signal Technology lutur Increased motorist and roadway information Improved Signal Preemption efficiency Connected users/vehicles Autonomous Vehicles Preparing for the Future Continue to invest in signal system to ensure integration of future technology Monitor and be active in legislation changes/limitations Continued Education for Staff Be Aware of Leading vs. Bleeding Edge Questions & Comments /o; 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