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Members raise safety concerns about unclear turn-lane markings on Division Street
Summary
Committee members and attendees described a confusing center lane on Division Street (between National City and San Diego) that drivers frequently use incorrectly; they urged clearer pavement markings or arrows and asked staff to examine the corridor and report back at the next meeting.
Several members and attendees raised safety concerns about Division Street where a center lane with broken markings appears to be used by drivers as an informal turn lane. Speakers said motorists commonly make left turns from the through lane rather than a marked turn lane, causing backups and risky maneuvers near driveways and school pickup areas.
Commenters described regular misuse during peak periods, poor visibility at night and for pedestrians, and recommended adding arrows or clearer pavement markings to indicate permitted turning movements. One participant described the condition as "super confusing and dangerous." Staff agreed to investigate the corridor and provide an update at a future meeting.
The discussion also noted that some parts of Division Street abut San Diego jurisdiction and that coordination with neighboring agencies may be needed for any substantive re-striping or signal changes.
