Council authorizes police to enforce vehicle code on private Redbridge streets under state provision

The Tracy City Council voted to accept a petition from the Redbridge Owners Association and adopt a resolution authorizing the Tracy Police Department to enforce vehicle code violations within the private, gated Redbridge subdivision.

Lieutenant Roque told the council that Redbridge became a private community after the installation of gates and that, as private streets, the city previously lacked authority to issue traffic citations there. He said the association requested enforcement to address speeding and stop‑sign violations; staff recommended adoption of a resolution under California Vehicle Code section 21107.7 to extend law enforcement authority to those private streets, while Redbridge’s association would remain responsible for signage and maintenance. Roque noted the fiscal impact to the city is minimal and enforcement would be absorbed into existing patrol duties.

Redbridge residents, including association board members, told the council the streets had become a safety problem after gating and urged approval. Council then voted to accept the petition and adopt the resolution; roll call was recorded in public session and the item passed unanimously.