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Agenda 01/26/2016 Item #16A 7 Proposed Agenda Changes Board of County Commissioners Meeting January 26, 2016 Continue Item 16A7 to the February 9, 2016 BCC Meeting: Recommendation to authorize advertising an Ordinance amending the Code of Laws and Ordinances of Collier County at Chapter 130, Traffic and Vehicles, to add a section allowing for the use of golf carts upon designated roads in the Town of Ave Maria, Florida. (County Attorney's request) Move Item 16A8 to Item 11C: Recommendations on behalf of the Golden Gate Watershed Improvement Program (GGWIP) Technical Advisory Ad Hoc Committee including: a)Extend the Committee until the completion of its business,b)Appoint City of Marco Island representative Chadd Chustz to fill the existing vacancy,c) Permit the Committee to establish sub-committees, d) Confirm that the Committee was established to address comprehensive watershed management, despite the Committee name which focuses on Golden Gate,and to rename it to be the Comprehensive Watershed Improvement Program Committee,e) Be advised that the Committee has tabled the concept of expanding Committee membership to include non-governmental representatives due to the technical focus of the Committee. (Commissioner Taylor's request) Note: Item 16J3: To record in the minutes of the Board of County Commissioners,the check number(or other payment method),amount,payee,and purpose for which the referenced disbursements were drawn for the periods between December 31, 2015 and January 6-13, 2016 pursuant to Florida Statute 136.06. (Clerk's Finance Department request) Time Certain Requests: Item 9A to be heard at 9:30 a.m. 1/26/2016 8:37 AM 1/26/2016 16.A.7. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Recommendation to authorize advertising an Ordinance amending the Code of Laws and Ordinances of Collier County at Chapter 130. Traffic and Vehicles, to add a section allowing for the use of golf carts upon designated roads in the Town of Ave Maria,Florida. OBJECTIVE: Permission to advertise an Ordinance amending the Code of Laws and Ordinances of Collier County at Chapter 130, Traffic and Vehicles to add a section allowing for the use of golf carts upon designated roads in the Town of Ave Maria, Florida. CONSIDERATIONS: The Town of Ave Maria and the Ave Maria Stewardship Community District (hereafter, Ave Maria) has joined a growing number of communities seeking alternative transportation options for local convenience trips. On March 24, 2015, Ave Maria publicly petitioned the Board, on behalf of its residents,to allow the use of golf carts on District roads. Ave Maria hired local consultant Trebilcock Consulting Solutions, PA., to prepare a Golf Cart Traffic Study (see attached), which evaluated the compatibility of the community for golf cart usage. The Study considered the following factors: speed, volume and the type of motor vehicles using the relevant roads or streets. The proposed Ordinance generally allows for the use of golf carts in specifically designated areas of Ave Maria during daylight hours. (see Exhibit "A"). The Ordinance also specifies equipment that must be included on all golf carts, identifies persons eligible to operate golf carts, a liability insurance requirement for operators and other requirements to promote safe operation. If adopted by the Board, all signing and marking associated with this action shall be purchased, installed and maintained by Ave Maria in accordance with County approved signing and marking standards. Any future revisions or changes shall be approved by the County Traffic Operations section prior to implementation. FISCAL IMPACT: The cost of the legal advertisement in the Naples Daily News. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item is approved as to form and legality, and requires majority vote for Board approval.—SRT GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: The Town of Ave Maria is planned in accordance with the goals, objectives, and policies contained in the Collier County Growth Management Plan, including the development standards contained in the Land Development Code for the Rural Lands Stewardship Area (RLSA). RECOMMENDATION: To authorize advertising an Ordinance amending the Code of Laws and Ordinances of Collier County at Chapter 130, Traffic and Vehicles to add a section allowing for the use of golf carts upon designated roads in the Town of Ave Maria, Florida and to direct staff to bring back the proposed Ordinance for the Board's consideration after it has been lawfully advertised. Prepared by: Marlene Messam, P.E., Principal Project Manager, Traffic Operations Division, Growth Management Department. Attachments: 1. Proposed Ordinance 2. Golf Carts–Traffic Memorandum 3. Exhibit"A"–Cart Paths Designation Packet Page-472- 1/26/2016 16.A.7. COLLIER COUNTY Board of County Commissioners Item Number: 16.16.A.16.A.7. Item Summary: Recommendation to authorize advertising an Ordinance amending the Code of Laws and Ordinances of Collier County at Chapter 130,Traffic and Vehicles, to add a section allowing for the use of golf carts upon designated roads in the Town of Ave Maria, Florida. Meeting Date: 1/26/2016 Prepared By Name: MessamMarlene Title: Project Manager, Principal,Traffic Operations 12/21/2015 5:31:46 PM Submitted by Title: Project Manager, Principal, Traffic Operations Name: MessamMarlene 12/21/2015 5:31:48 PM Approved By Name: LynchDiane Title: Supervisor-Operations,Road Maintenance Date: 12/22/2015 12:22:58 PM Name: KhawajaAnthony Title: Chief Engineer-Traffic Operations,Traffic Operations Date: 12/22/2015 2:05:15 PM Name: KearnsAllison Title: Manager-Financial &Operational Sprt, Capital Construction &Maintenance Budget/Fiscal Date: 12/22/2015 2:48:50 PM Name: NauthRookmin Title:Management/Budget Analyst, Capital Construction &Maintenance Budget/Fiscal Date: 12/23/2015 12:27:22 PM Packet Page -473- 1/26/2016 16.A.7. Name: Anmad.lay Titre: Division Director- Transportation Eng, Transportation Engineering& Construction Management Date: 12/28/2015 9:46:46 AM Name: ShueGene Title: Division Director-Operations Support, Growth Management Department Date: 1/4/2016 5:46:32 PM Name: MarcellaJeanne Title: Executive Secretary, Transportation Administration Date: 1/6/2016 9:15:15 AM Name: TeachScott Title: Deputy County Attorney, County Attorney Date: 1/7/2016 11:12:27 AM Name: IsacksonMark Title: Division Director-Corp Fin &Mgmt Svc, Office of Management&Budget Date: 1/8/2016 3:24:52 PM Name: KlatzkowJeff Title: County Attorney, Date: 1/15/2016 12:19:29 PM Name: CasalanguidaNick Title: Deputy County Manager, County Managers Office Date: 1/18/2016 11:20:58 AM Packet Page -474- 1/26/2016 16.A.7. %CtIrallenipu.qpipeeerittll Golf Carts Traffic Study The Town of Ave Maria Collier County, FL 11/09/2015 Prepared for: Prepared by: Ave Maria Stewardship Community Dist. Trebilcock Consulting Solutions, PA c/o Ave Maria Development, LLLP 1205 Piper Boulevard, Suite 202 2600 Golden Gate Parkway Naples, FL 34110 Naples, FL 34105 Phone: 239-566-9551 Phone: 239-262-2600 Email: ntrebilcock @trebilcock.biz Packet Page -475- 1/26/2016 16.A.7. The Town of Ave Maria—Golf Carts Traffic Study—November 2015 Statement of Certification I certify that this Golf Carts Traffic Study has been prepared by me or under my immediate supervision and that I have experience and training in the field of Traffic and Transportation Engineering. Norman J. Trebilcock, AICP, P.E. FL Registration No. 47116 Trebilcock Consulting Solutions, PA 1205 Piper Boulevard, Suite 202 Naples, FL 34110 Company Cert. of Auth. No. 27796 Trebilcock Consulting Solutions, PA l 2 Packet Page-476- 1/26/2016 16.A.7. The Town of Ave Maria—Golf Carts Traffic Study—November 2015 Table of Contents Town of Ave Maria — General Description 4 Golf Cart Transportation — General Considerations 6 State Regulations 7 Vehicular Traffic Analysis 10 Recommendations/Conclusions: 19 APPENDICES Appendix A: Ave Maria —SRA Master Plan 20 Appendix B: Section 316.212, Florida Statutes 22 Appendix C: Collier County— Roadways Functional Classification 25 Trebilcock Consulting Solutions, PA P e; i 3 Packet Page -477- 1/26/2016 16.A.7. The Town of Ave Maria—Golf Carts Traffic Study—November 2015 Town of Ave Maria - General Description The Town of Ave Maria (herein referred to as TAM or as Ave Maria) is a master planned mixed-use community located east of Interstate 75 (1-75), south of lmmokalee Road (CR 846), north of Oil Well Road (CR 858), and west of Camp Keais Road, in Eastern Collier County. The Ave Maria development consists of approximately 5,027 acres located in Sections 31 through 33 (Township 47 South, Range 29 East) and Sections 4 through 9 and 16 through 18 (Township 48 South, Range 29 East), in Collier County. For a general location map refer to Fig. 1. Fig. 1—Town of Ave Maria — Location Map coFescaeV,"no R ar ,c) ,.T eTOwn of AvE,OAa i 04 RD V ? t a I a je -xr kflt)pn R.E` INTERS-7.17 x BLVD Legena \rr Trebilcock Consulting Solutions,PA B 14 Packet Page-478- 1/26/2016 16.A.7. The Town of Ave Maria—Golf Carts Traffic Study—November 2015 The Town of Ave Maria Stewardship Receiving Area (SRA) The Town of Ave Maria (TAM) has been planned under an innovative rural planning strategy created for lands located in eastern Collier County called the Collier County Rural Lands Stewardship Area or RLSA. The TAM is planned in accordance with the goals, objectives, and policies contained in Collier County's Growth Management Plan, and the development standards contained in the Land Development Code for the RLSA. The RLSA encourages the retention of agriculture, protection of natural resources, and diversification of the rural economy by application of an incentive based land use overlay system. The RLSA promotes the planning and development of new communities in the rural area to accommodate population growth in a more compact, self-sufficient, and sustainable manner than was previously allowed. Under the RLSA Overlay, Stewardship Credits are generated from the designation of Stewardship Sending Areas (SSAs), which are areas designated for protection of natural resources and agriculture, and utilization of those credits to entitle development in Stewardship Receiving Areas (SRAs) where new communities are permitted and natural resource values are low. The TAM is the first SRA to be designated under the RLSA program. The Ave Maria —SRA Master Plan is illustrated in Appendix A. The Town of Ave Maria Development of Regional Impact (DRI)/Stewardship Receiving Area (SRA) The Collier County Board of County Commissioners approved the TAM DRI and SRA on June 14, 2005, with Development Order #2005-01 (Resolution #2005-235) and Resolution #2005-234A, respectively. The development was subsequently amended numerous times and revised accordingly. in 2014 the DRI was repealed with Collier County Resolution #14-222, and land uses were updated as well. The TAM project most recent land use update was approved in October 2014 by Collier County Resolution #14-222 for the following: 11,000 residential dwelling units; 690,000 gross square feet of retail/service; 510,000 square feet of office; 400 hotel rooms; 6,000 student university with ancillary uses and 600,000 square feet of light industrial/ warehousing. In addition to the DRI threshold uses described above, the TAM may include up to 450 units of assisted living facilities, 148,500 square feet of civic, community and miscellaneous facilities, 35,000 square feet of medical facilities, public and private schools, churches and other places of worship, uses such as golf courses, lakes, open spaces and community support facilities, and those uses customarily Trebilcock Consulting Solutions,PA r' SEE IS Packet Page -479- 1/26/2016 16.A.7. The Town of Ave Maria—Golf Carts Traffic Study—November 2015 associated with a university such as student and administration housing. recreation and sports areas, ano support facilities. Ave Maria Stewardship Community District The Ave Maria Stewardship Community District (AMSCD) was created as the best alternative as required by Section 189.404(2)e3., Florida Statues and established by law, pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 2004-461, Laws of Florida. AMSCD is a limited, single and specialized purpose Local Government whose single and specialized purpose is to provide infrastructure, including community development systems, facilities, services, projects, and improvements to the Ave Maria community. The AMSCD requested, on behalf of the residents, to speak under public petition at the March 24, 2015 meeting of the Board of County Commissioners asking that Collier County designate the District roadways for golf cart use. Golf Cart Transportation - General Considerations The growing awareness of the need for energy savings for everyday activities have led a growing number of communities to seek out alternative transportation options for local and convenience trips. Golf carts offer a readily available technology that can be adapted for this purpose. The State of Florida has adopted regulations allowing local governments the option to permit golf carts on local roads. Nationally, the trend appears to be growing as well with communities from California to Texas to Indiana having recently permitted golf carts access to local roads. Golf cart communities have become commonplace throughout the State of Florida. In East Florida, the City of Lake Helen (Volusia County) and the City of Flagler Beach (Flagler County) have approved golf cart use upon city streets designated and approved pursuant to their Land Development Codes (LDC's). In Central Florida, The Villages development on the northern fringe of the Orlando Metropolitan Area has shown how a community designed with golf cart use in mind can create an opportunity that allows and encourages residents to use alternative transportation options to dominate the travel patterns for local and convenience travel. Trebilcock Consulting Solutions,PA "a-E: ` 1 6 Packet Page -480- 1/26/2016 16.A.7. The Town of Ave Maria—Golf Carts Traffic Study—November 2015 Sun City Center is a large senior community located in the Tampa/St. Petersburg area. i cart- may be operated or all public streets within the Sur City Centel community subject to certain restrictions. This golf cart study is prepared for the TAM and includes a vehicular traffic analysis of the community, safety concern considerations, and volume and character of motor vehicular traffic. The Ave Maria streets were evaluated for compatibility with golf cart use, and the demand patterns that emerged from the survey and associated analysis leading to a potential program area. This information is supplemented with a review of the State Statutes and a review of local Land Development Code guidelines. State Regulations A motor vehicle is defined in the Section 316.003 and described in Section 320.01, Florida Statues as an automobile, motorcycle, truck, trailer, semitrailer, truck tractor and semitrailer combination, or any other vehicle operated on the roads of this State, used to transport persons or property, and propelled by power other than muscular power. The term does not include bicycle, motorized scooter, electric personal assistive mobility device, swamp buggy or moped. A golf cart is defined in Section 320.01(22), Florida Statues as "a motor vehicle that is designed and manufactured for operation on a golf course for sporting or recreational purposes and that is not capable of exceeding speeds of 20 miles per hour." The operation of golf carts on public roads is guided by Section 316.212, Florida Statues — Operation of golf carts on certain roadways. A complete copy of Section 316.212, Florida Statues is provided in Appendix B. Roadways designation for golf cart use Pursuant to Section 316.212, Florida Statues, the operation of golf carts upon the public roads or streets of this state is prohibited except as provided herein: 1. Golf carts may be operated only upon a county road that has been designated by a county, or a municipal street that has been designated by a municipality, for use of golf carts, provided the local government first determines that golf carts may safely travel on or cross the public road considering factors including the speed, volume, and character of the motor vehicle traffic using the road or street. Trebilcock Consulting Solutions,PA p ge 17 Packet Page-481- 1/26/2016 16.A.7. The Town of Ave Maria—Golf Carts Traffic Study—November 2015 2 Golf carts may cross a portion of the State Highway System which intersects a count` road or municipal street; may cross at midblock, where a golf course is constructed on both sides of the highway if the Department of Transportation has reviewed and approved the location and design of the crossing and any traffic control devices needed for safety purposes. Pursuant to Section 316.006(3), Florida Statues, Collier County has original jurisdiction over all streets and highways located within its boundaries, except all state roads and those streets and highways specified in written agreements with municipalities. The Ave Maria roadways are privately owned by the AMSCD. These roads are open to the public and located within the unincorporated part of Collier County. As such, pursuant to Section 316.212, Florida Statues, Collier County has the authority to designate these roads for golf cart use. In addition, pursuant to Section 316.640, Florida Statues, the sheriff's office of Collier County has authority to enforce all of the traffic laws of this state on all streets throughout the county wherever the public has the right to travel by motor vehicle. Golf Carts Drivers and Driver Qualifications The State rules set forth some minimum standards for the equipment required on golf carts, hours of operation and minimum qualifications for golf cart drivers. Section 316.212(8), Florida Statues allows the local government to impose some more restrictive guidelines for golf carts and drivers as well as determining the hours of use and those roads eligible for use. The State of Florida considers the operation of a motor vehicle a privilege — not a right— which one must earn by proving that he or she is a good driver. The extension by the State to the operation of golf carts away from the golf course is likewise a privilege. State statutes permit drivers as young as age 14 to operate golf carts on public roads. Otherwise the statute does not have any specific requirements for the drivers. Based on our coordination with Collier County Transportation Staff and guidelines from similar Florida communities that allow golf carts on many of their streets, the following provisions are recommended: 1. The driver shall hold a valid Driver's License or Lerner's Permit (aka Restricted License) issued from the State of Florida, or other valid State license for out of town Trebilcock Consulting Solutions, PA 8 Packet Page -482- 1/26/2016 16.A.7. The Town of Ave Maria—Golf Carts Traffic Study—November 2015 visitors, as applicable. For state of Florida residents, this effectively sets the minimum age of permitted drivers to oe 15. Drivers shall De in possession of their driver's license or learner's permit while operating the golf cart. 2. AMSCD should provide a "Golf Cart Drivers Handbook" for its residents, to cover safe operation of golf carts within the Ave Maria boundaries under current Florida law. The driver should be required to review this handbook to ensure community safety and to promote knowledge of applicable Florida laws regarding the use of golf carts for travel. This handbook should include information on the areas of the Ave Maria where carts may be used and areas where they are prohibited. Approved crossing points for State and County roads should be specially noted. 3. The AMSCD shall require insurance for golf carts to be used on public roads. This insurance appears to be readily available from current vendors as an addition to automobile or homeowner's insurance policies. Golf Carts Hours of Operation Pursuant to Section 316.212, Florida Statues, "a golf cart may be operated only during the hours between sunrise and sunset, unless the responsible government entity has determined that a golf cart may be operated during the hours between sunset and sunrise and the golf cart is equipped with headlights, brake lights, turn signals, and a windshield." The AMSCD may choose to specify hours of operation for carts. Golf Carts Minimum Equipment Pursuant to Section 316.212, Florida Statues, "a golf cart must be equipped with efficient brakes, reliable steering apparatus, safe tires, a rearview mirror, and red reflectorized warning devices in both front and rear." Golf Carts— Roadways Speed Limits and Sidewalk Operations In agreement with Section 316.2126, Florida Statues, golf carts may only be operated on Ave Maria roadways that have a posted speed limit of 30 miles per hour or less. Pursuant to Section 316.212(8), Florida Statues, "a local governmental entity may enact an ordinance relating to golf cart operation on sidewalks adjacent to specific segments of municipal streets, county roads, or State highways within the jurisdictional territory of the local governmental entity if the ordinance restricts golf Trebilcock Consulting Solutions,PA = g e 19 Packet Page -483- 1/26/2016 16.A.7. The Town of Ave Maria—Golf Carts Traffic Study—November 2015 Carts to 2 maximum speed of 15 miles per hour and oermits such use on sidewalks adjacent to State highways only if the sidewalks are at least 8 feet wider 'r The minimum requirements considered for the Ave Maria sidewalks/pathways are evaluated in the following section of this report. Vehicular Traffic Analysis The communities where golf carts have become the most successful in filling a role in local transportation are those communities where golf cart use is encouraged and supported as an integral part of community life. To the extent that cart usage becomes integrated into the community fabric, the volume of trips that are met by this type of vehicle will increase. Pursuant to Section 316.212(2)(c), Florida Statues, "the department may authorize the operation of golf carts on such a road if: 1) the road is the only available public road along which golf carts may travel or cross or the road provides the safest travel route among alternative routes available; and 2) the speed, volume, and character of motor vehicular traffic using the road is considered in making such a determination." Golf Carts Safety Considerations Safety is a primary consideration. Golf carts are not designed to withstand collisions, offer relatively little protection for occupants and are relatively slow moving vehicles. Mixing golf carts with vehicles on roads where traffic volumes are high and where traffic is fast moving raises safety concerns if golf carts are allowed into the mix. The more comfortable people feel using the golf carts, the more likely they are to avail themselves of the opportunity. The Ave Maria Stewardship Community District (AMSCD) can fulfill a role in this process in several ways. First, AMSCD shall conduct at least one annual inspection to verify the carts are in good operating order and have the required equipment. Second, the AMSCD should use a registration process to educate golf cart drivers about the safety techniques, driving skill, and driving etiquette. This is recommended to be done by having cart operators review a "Golf Cart Drivers Handbook" as part of the registration process. Finally, the AMSCD can exclude specific roads from eligible operating areas where it believes safety considerations outweigh the desirability of allowing golf cart use and provide alternate pathways with appropriate signage. Trebilcock Consulting Solutions, PA 110 Packet Page -484- 1/26/2016 16.A.7. The Town of Ave Maria—Golf Carts Traffic Study—November 2015 Ave Maria —Transportation Network The TAM is a mixed-use community, planned using the principals of walkability and self-sufficiency. The TAM consists of residential neighborhoods connected by a network of low speed streets and sidewalks, a mixed-use town center, where residents and students will be provided essential goods and services, civic gathering places, entertainment, dining, employment, and housing. The Community Facility District accommodates civic, institutional, governmental, and essential services necessary to support Ave Maria residents. The wetland preserves, parks, and lakes establish the open space and recreational framework of the Town. The Ave Maria University (AMU) Campus accommodates a full range of educational, administrative, housing, recreational, and support facilities to support university activities. The TAM has direct access to Oil Well Road (CR-858) and to Camp Keais Road. The transportation network provides the pedestrian, motorists or bicyclists with multiple route choices in traveling to a specific destination. This promotes a higher level of mobility for all residents. The roadway layout for Ave Maria is designed to encourage commercial vehicle traffic through the commercial areas only. Care was taken in locating neighborhood commercial uses in appropriate areas to minimize disruptions to the residential neighborhoods. Elements have been designed into the Ave Maria internal roadway system to avoid the potential need for extensive traffic controls. The interconnected street system promotes better circulation and improves intersection levels of service, thus reducing the potential need for signalization. Trebilcock Consulting Solutions, PA - & r e i 11 Packet Page-485- 1/26/2016 16.A.7. The Town of Ave Maria—Golf Carts Traffic Study—November 2015 The Ave Maria transportation network promotes pedestrian and bicycle modes of transportation. The design concept provides tight, interconnected streets in an effort to encourage slow speeds and good vehicular circulation. This also promotes pedestrian and bicycle modes of transportation. in particular, the design: • Eliminates substantial speed differentials among the streets. The main entrance road design is such that motorist will be slowed from the main entrance at Oil Well Road, back to the point of entry into the university and town. This is accomplished by introducing curves to the entrance road while also lowering the posted speed limit. Additional traffic calming elements may be introduced to further aid in encouraging lower vehicle speed on the various segments of the main entrance road. • Limits vehicle speeds by the use of such elements as narrow streets, on-street parking, and interconnected blocks. The majority of the town residential, town center, town core, and campus streets have the same posted speed limit. • Provides an interconnected roadway system and pedestrian network. This calls for many intersections. This type of design provides for better circulation, slower speeds and encourages more use of the pedestrian and bicycle modes of transportation. • Limits the number of turn lanes. In a compact urban design, slower speeds are encouraged in an effort to further promote pedestrian traffic, the intersection right-of-way lines are not required to be radial at intersections and may be angular. c Traditional subdivision design incorporates the interconnected pedestrian networks to provide numerous route choices for pedestrians. The potential Ave Maria Conceptual Pedestrian Network Map, Fig. 2, shows the many route choices for pedestrians. Please note that this is a conceptual plan and specific improvements are constructed based on permit approvals. Trebilcock Consulting Solutions,PA c e 112 Packet Page -486- 1/26/2016 16.A.7. The Town of Ave Maria—Golf Carts Traffic Study—November 2015 Fig. 2 —Town of Ave Maria — Conceptual Pedestrian Network Map ■ 1 1 1 IF. i I 1 r. 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Although the Ave Maria roadways are private, this report designates Ave Maria Boulevard, John Paul II Boulevard, and Anthem Parkway functional classification as minor collectors. (Similar classification to Camp Keais Road as depicted in Appendix C.) All other roadways are considered local roadways for the purposes of this report. Consistent with Collier County roadway classification, a collector road is a roadway providing access and traffic circulation service to a residential, commercial and industrial area and secondarily provides for local through traffic. A local road or street is a route providing service which is of relatively low traffic volume, serving short trip length, or minimal through-traffic movements, and a high degree of access for abutting properties. Ave Maria —Volume Traffic Counts—Vehicle Speed Investigation As illustrated in the Collier County PUD Master List, updated 10-01-2015, the Town of Ave Maria (TAM) is currently partially developed. As such, the overall TAM traffic volume is projected to increase as project develops. A vehicle count — speed data collection was conducted at 12 locations throughout Ave Maria, between June 8, 2015 and June 22, 2015. The traffic monitoring location is depicted in Fig. 3. The posted speed limits for Ave Maria roadways are depicted in Fig 4, and the traffic monitoring summary is illustrated in Fig 5. According to the FDOT Speed Zone Manual, a speed limit should not typically differ from the 85th percentile speed or upper limit of the 10-mph pace by more than 3 mph, and it shall not be less than 8 mph. Based on our traffic monitoring results, the local residential streets exhibit lower 85th percentile speeds and low daily traffic volume, while the two minor collectors illustrate higher traffic volumes and 85th percentile speeds in the 40-45mph range. Trebilcock Consulting Solutions, PA L 114 Packet Page -488- 1/26/2016 16.A.7. 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The Town of Ave Maria—Golf Carts Traffic Study—November 2015 Bases on the traffic monitoring analysis, we recommend that golf carts be allowed tC mare the Ave Maria streets with the eXCeotior; of segments OT roadway Collectors Ave Maria Boulevard, Anthem Parkway and Pope John II Boulevard (as illustrated in Fig. 6). On the street segments where golf carts are not allowed on the roadway, they shall be permitted on joint use pathways that are a minimum of 8 feet wide. On the other Ave Maria streets, the golf carts shall be permitted to operate on the streets and not be permitted to operate on sidewalks that are typically 5-6 feet wide. Fig. 6— Recommended Roadways Not To Be Approved For Golf Carts 0 T t I ()von ttea, do ro cr It E.tc a;",'1 11',..1,ri,i; ' 1'1' :ifp ,,,,'-. 1”'..-., _ ; G ))�� i\f 4 pP Jq t (i - ''� 1 4 A r y ' � , a ,,,ti s;. o 1 1 r. S ,%. 'i i . o cc'Z.' „id?'44,/,,,,,., -,`" 'ilt f.''-i,2 A '.:;.,, �M i w{ p ! w f g£' _wtx° Y K . . . {FftFtfF4if4 " & 7. 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Golf carts would not be permitted to operate on the sidewalks on the local streets where the sidewalks are 5-6 feet wide, or on the sidewalks within the town core/town center areas. A more detailed plan with applicable signage is recommended and will be submitted for review and approval by Collier . ,. County Staff. Golf carts would not be permitted to r operate on external county roadways of Camp Keais Road, or Oil Well Road (See Figure 7). � � The suggested usage`" � gg a area is offered in concert g '5, -4 4 i with recommendations on the minimum ', ` 3 equipment for individual golf carts, qualifications 1 of drivers and initial hours of operation to achieve tr maximum system safety. A community handbook i.,o, will be created by AMSCD to provide more specific , , direction to those intending to use golf carts. Figure 7 Example of a simple cart restriction sign from Flagler Beach, FL, where Golf Carts are permitted on City local streets(20th St depicted), but not on AlA (FOOT Main Roadway). Trebilcock Consulting Solutions,PA - `- 119 Packet Page-493- 1/26/2016 16.A.7. The Town of Ave Maria—Golf Carts Traffic Study—November 2015 Appendix A: Ave Maria - SRA Master Plan (1 Sheet) Trebilcock Consulting Solutions,PA I 20 Packet Page-494- 16 A.7. 1/26/2°1-R • iThe Town of Ave Maria-Golf Carts Traffic Study November 2015 ,.,. ' — ' 'ii■1 i-- (%)g Z .S"1,1■.., ,,, 0 v OE 113M 1 I° II ,„;,,..-:,,k-..t.,'#•-.W.:jatii* ' - .1 i. E X rzij c i , ,-,- J., _ ipp 111 ' 1 '01' 'a,111 iir.;-_-.:',* .L, 4)- ' ‘' --- - - ir ' ° *- :*--IM."- ' g I nn,-H ..1 i rp i '. ..I-- C ■ Will ' 11 '..N•Ulgalli," ', fli :-,41.'.-'' . .. -•-.. ,A-4:::::t.:1'.-4MA-1'%,14, ',Mainly ,tel..NiSatio4 '' ; z ;, . -.1‘`.2'. ...J ' ' 142211141,i- . ' ''+.-'• 1,.F6.1''' ' : . ' ' - - ' -' .--j`.'". 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The Town of Ave Maria—Golf Carts Traffic Study—November 2015 Statutes & Constipation .A'ieh:- Statute mint SL-,1.. ii'.t Select Year: 12014^I Go I The 2014 Florida Statutes Title XXIiI Chapter 316 View Entire Chapter MOTOR VEHICLES STATE UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL 316.212 Operation of golf carts on certain roadways.-The operation of a golf cart upon the public roads or streets of this state is prohibited except as provided herein: (1) A golf cart may be operated only upon a county road that has been designated by a county, or a municipal street that has been designated by a municipality,for use by golf carts.Prior to making such a designation,the responsible local governmental entity must first determine that golf carts may safely travel on or cross the public road or street, considering factors including the speed, volume, and character of motor vehicle traffic using the road or street Upon a determination that golf carts may be safety operated on a designated road or street,the responsible governmental entity shall post appropriate signs to indicate that such operation is allowed. (2) A golf cart may be operated on a part of the State Highway System only under the following conditions: (a) To cross a portion of the State Highway System which intersects a county road or municipal street that has been designated for use by golf carts if the Department of Transportation has reviewed and approved the location and design of the crossing and any traffic control devices needed for safety purposes. (b) To cross,at mfdblock., a part of the State Highway System where a golf course is constructed on both sides of the highway if the Department of Transportation has reviewed and approved the location and design of the crossing and any traffic control devices needed for safety purposes. (c) A golf cart may be operated on a state road that has been designated for transfer to a local government unit pursuant to s.335.0415 if the Department o P Department of Transportation determines that the operation of a golf cart within the right-of-way of the road will not impede the safe and efficient flow of motor vehicular traffic. The department may authorize the operation of golf carts on such a road if: 1. The road is the only available public road along which golf carts may travel or cross or the road provides the safest travel route among alternative routes available;and 2. The speed, volume, and character of motor vehicular traffic using the road is considered in making such a determination. Upon its determination that golf carts may be operated on a given road, the department shalt post appropriate signs on the road to indicate that such operation is allowed. (3) Notwithstanding any other provision of this section,a golf cart may be operated for the purpose of crossing a street or highway where a single mobile home park is located on both sides of the street or highway and is divided by that street or highway,provided that the governmental entity having original jurisdiction over such street or highway shalt review and approve the location of the crossing and require implementation of any traffic controls needed for safety purposes.This subsection shall apply only to residents or guests of the mobile home park. If notice is posted at the entrance and exit of any http://www.leg.state.fl..u s/Statutes/index.cfm?App mode=nisplay_Statute&... 3/19/2015 Trebilcock Consulting Solutions,PA a tr 23 Packet Page-497- 1/26/2016 16.A.7. The Town of Ave Maria–Golf Carts Traffic Study—November 2015 Shall es `_ .2onsnitu ion i ✓il:tll. :J 1111511.111 ,`1 r mobile home park where residents of the park operate golf carts or electric vehicles within toe confines of the park, it is not necessary for the park to have a gate or other device at the entrance and exit in order for such golf carts or electric vehicles to be lawfully operated in the park. (4) Notwithstanding any other provision of this section,if authorized by the Division of Recreation and Parks of the Department of Environmental Protection,a golf cart may be operated on a road that is part of the State Park Road System if the posted speed limit is 35 miles per hour or less. (5) A golf cart may be operated only during the hours between sunrise and sunset,unless the responsible governmental entity has determined that a golf cart may be operated during the hours between sunset and sunrise and the golf cart is equipped with headlights,brake lights,turn signals,and a windshield. (6) A golf cart must be equipped with efficient brakes, reliable steering apparatus,safe tires,a rearview mirror,and red reflectorized warning devices in both the front and rear. (7) A golf cart may not be operated on public roads or streets by any person under the age of 14. (8) A local governmental entity may enact an ordinance relating to: (a) Golf cart operation and equipment which is more restrictive than those enumerated in this section. Upon enactment of such ordinance, the local governmental entity shall post appropriate signs or otherwise inform the residents that such an ordinance exists and that it will be enforced within the local government's jurisdictional territory.An ordinance referred to In this section must apply only to an unlicensed driver. (b) wolf cart operation on sidewalks adjacent to specific segments of municipal streets, county roads,or state highways within the jurisdictional territory of the local governmental entity if: 1. The local governmental entity determines,atter considering the condition and current use of the sidewalks,the character of the surrounding community, and the locations of authorized golf cart crossings, that golf carts, bicycles,and pedestrians may safely share the sidewalk; 2 The local governmental entity consults with the Department of Transportation before adopting the ordinance; 3. The ordinance restrict;golf carts to a maximum speed of 15 miles per hour and permits such use on sidewalks adjacent to state highways only if the sidewalks are at least 8 feet wide; 4. The ordinance requires the golf carts to moat the equipment requirements in subsection(vi. However, the ordinance may require additional a:titrnoist,including horns or other warning devices required by s 316,271;and 5. The local governmental entity posts appropriate signs or otherwise informs residents that the ordinance exists and applies to such sidewalks. (9) A violation of this section is a noncriminal traffic infraction, punishable pursuant to chapter 318 as a moving violation for infractions of subsections(1)-(5)or a local ordinance corresponding thereto and enacted pursuant to subsection(8), or punishable pursuant to chapter 318 as a nonmoving violation for infractions of subsection(6),subsection(7), or a local ordinance corresponding thereto and enacted pursuant to subsection(8). 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WHEREAS, Section 316.212(1), Florida Statutes, permits counties to allow golf carts to be operated on county roads provided the county first determines that they may safely travel on or cross such public roads or streets upon considering the speed, volume, and character of motor vehicle traffic using those roads or streets; and WHEREAS, Section 316.212(5), Florida Statutes, states that golf carts may only operate on such public roads or streets during the hours between sunrise and sunset, unless the governmental agency specifically determines that such golf carts may also safely operate during the hours between sunset and sunrise and the golf carts possess headlights, brake lights, turn signals and windshields. WHEREAS. Section 316.212(8)(a), Florida Statutes, allows counties to enact restrictions and regulations regarding golf cart operations that are more restrictive than those contained in the state statutes as long as appropriate signs are posted or the residents are otherwise informed that the regulation of golf cart operation in the designated area will be in accordance with a stricter local ordinance; and WHEREAS. Section 316.212(8)(b), Florida Statutes, permits counties to allow golf carts to be operated on sidewalks provided the county first determines that golf carts, bicycles and pedestrians may safely share the sidewalk and restricts golf carts to maximum speed of fifteen (15) miles per hour and sidewalks are at least eight (8) feet wide; and WHEREAS, as of the effective date of this Ordinance, Trebilcock Consulting Solutions, P.A., conducted a study to determine whether golf carts may safely travel on or cross roads or 1 Packet Page -502- 1/26/2016 16.A.7. streets located in the Town of Ave Maria (hereinafter referred to as "TAM" or "Ave Maria"). Florida. considering the following factors: speed. volume. anc the ci.aracte- of motor vehicle traffic using the relevant roads or streets: and WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners has determined that golf carts may safely be operated in a limited manner on all public roads and streets in Ave Maria, Florida, with the exception of designated portions of Ave Maria Boulevard, Anthem Parkway and Pope John Paul II Boulevard, outside the town core/town center area where golf carts may safely be operated on sidewalks with a minimum width of eight (8) feet. Within the town core/town center areas, golf carts shall operate on the roadways and not sidewalks. WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners desires to provide additional regulations for the operation of golf carts on designated roads and streets in Ave Maria located in Collier County, Florida; and WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners believes that regulations proposed in this Ordinance promote and enhance the health, safety, and welfare of its citizens. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF COLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA that: SECTION ONE: THE CODE OF LAWS AND ORDINANCES OF COLLIER COUNTY, CHAPTER 130, TRAFFIC OPERATIONS, IS AMENDED TO INCLUDE A NEW SECTION 130-_,TO READ AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 130- : Use of golf carts upon designated public roads and streets in Ave Maria. Collier County, Florida. 1. The term "golf cart" is defined as stated in Florida Statutes, subsection 320.01(22), as a motor vehicle that is designed and manufactured for operation on a golf course for sporting or recreational purposes, and that is not capable of exceeding speeds of twenty (20) miles per hour. 2. Golf carts may be operated on the roads and streets in Ave Maria, Florida, with the exception of designated portions of Ave Maria Boulevard, Anthem Parkway and Pope John Paul II Boulevard, where they are to be operated on sidewalks at least eight (8) feet wide, as 2 Packet Page -503- 1/26/2016 16.A.7. depicted in the attached Exhibit . Golf cans shall not be operated on sidewalks in Ave Maria, Florida. with the exception of designated portions along Ave Maria Boulevard. Anthem Parkway and Pope John Paul II Boulevard as depicted in the attached Exhibit "A." This designation is in accordance with Florida Statute, Section 316.212. 3. In addition to the requirements of Florida Statute Section 316.212, which are applicable to the operation of golf carts on the aforementioned designated roads, streets and sidewalks, the following restrictions shall also apply: (a) All persons operating golf carts subject to this Ordinance must be a minimum of fifteen (15) years of age, hold a valid driver's license or a restricted license issued within the United States (or equivalent foreign driver's license), and must be in possession of a valid identification card showing proof of age at all times while operating a golf cart on the designated public roads. (b) The number of occupants in any golf cart operated on the designated streets and roads shall be restricted to the number of seats on the golf cart. No occupants of a golf cart shall stand at any time while the golf cart is in motion. (c) Prior to operation of golf carts under this Ordinance, all golf carts shall be registered with Ave Maria Stewardship Community District (hereinafter referred to as "AMSCD" or "District"). With help and cooperation of Collier County Sheriff's Office, the District shall develop and distribute appropriate literature advising safe operation of the golf carts, and organize and conduct periodic inspections. (d) All golf carts operated under this Ordinance shall be restricted to a maximum attainable speed of twenty (20) miles per hour. All golf carts operating on sidewalks shall be restricted to a maximum speed of fifteen (15)miles per hour. (e) All golf carts operating subject to this Ordinance must be equipped with efficient brakes, reliable steering, safe tires, a rearview mirror, and reflectorized warning devices in both the front and rear at all times while operated on the designated roads and streets in Ave Maria, Florida. 3 Packet Page-504- 1/26/2016 16.A.7. tf? AL golf carts may only be operated on the designated roadways and sidewalks during the Hours between sunrise and sunset. unless the _AMSCD has authorized that golf carts may safely be operated beyond the hours from sunrise to sunset and the golf cart is equipped with functioning headlights, brake lights, turn signals, and a windshield. (g) Before golf carts may be operated under this section, the owners thereof must purchase and maintain liability insurance insuring against personal injury and damage to property of any nature relative to the operation of golf carts on the designated roadways and sidewalks. 4. Violations of this section shall constitute a non-criminal infraction enforceable pursuant to the provisions of Florida Statutes, Section 316.212(9). 5. The Ave Maria Stewardship Community District shall post signs along the designated District roads, streets and sidewalks where golf cart operation is allowed advising motorists of the possible presence of golf cart traffic, and alerting the public that the operation of such golf carts is subject to the various requirements of this Ordinance. All signing and marking shall be installed and maintained by the Ave Maria Stewardship Community District in accordance with the County approved signing and marking plan. Any future revisions or change shall be approved by the County Traffic Operations Staff prior to implementation. SECTION TWO: INCLUSION IN THE CODE OF LAWS AND ORDINANCES. The provisions of this Ordinance shall become and be made a part of the Code of Laws and Ordinances of Collier County, Florida. The sections of the Ordinance may be renumbered or re-lettered to accomplish such, and the word "ordinance" may be changed to "section," or any other appropriate word. SECTION THREE: CONFLICT AND SEVERABILITY. In the event this Ordinance conflicts with any other Ordinance of Collier County or other applicable law, the more restrictive shall apply. If any phrase or portion of the Ordinance is held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such 4 Packet Page -505- =- 1/26/2016 16.A.7. D071107 shall he deemed a sem-Tate. distinc and inothendenT: prevision and suet.- holdim: shall riot affect the validity of the remaining portion. SECTION FOUR: EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall take effect upon filing with the Florida Department of State. PASSED AND DULY ADOPTED by the Board of County Commissioners of Collier County, Florida this day of , 2016. ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS DWIGHT E. BROCK, CLERK COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA By: By: DEPUTY CLERK ,CHAIRMAN Approved as to form and legality: Scott R. 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