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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993 Mins Traffic Board FINAL pF L 1 2 n<P CITY of LANSING � ,; * * INTEROFFICE COMMUNICATION77 ..r TO: Marilynn Slade, City Clerk FROM: Carla Eno, Secretary, Transportation Divisio L DATE: November 30, 1993 SUBJECT: Traffic Board Meeting Schedule--1993 Attached is the attendance record for the 1993 Traffic Board meetings. The attendance record reflects the month and date of each meeting that has been held this year. Also attached are attendance records for 1991 and 1992. Below is a list of all of the current Traffic Board members, the ward that they represent and when their term expires. Members Ward/Term Expiration Comments Jesus Ara.mbula 2nd Ward / June 1994 Edward Cook At Large / June 1996 Charles Fleck 3rd Ward / June 1995 (Current T.B . Chair) Mark Howe At Large / June 1997 (Replacing Wm. Tousley) Ralph Riddle 4th Ward / June 1996 Geneva Smith At Large / June 1994 Vacant At Large / June 1995 (Betty Linhart vacancy) Vacant 1st Ward / June 1997 (James Person vacancy) If you have any questions or need any additional information, please let me know. You can reach me at x4243. ATTENDANCE RECORD 1993 TRAFFIC BOARD P = Present A = Absent E = Excused Absence C = Canceled * = No Quorum UA = Unable to Attend UV = Unable To Vote (Not Reconfirmed) NS = Meeting Not Scheduled MONTH/DAY NAME JAN 02/10 MAR 04/21 MAY 06/09 07/21 08/11 09/15 10/13 11/10 12/08 J. Arambula NS P NS P NS P A E E C P E. Cook NS P NS P NS P P P P C P C. Fleck NS P NS P NS P P P P C P M. Howe - - - - - - - - - - - B. Linhart NS P NS P NS P P P P - - J. Person NS P NS P NS E U P P - - R. Riddle NS P NS P NS P P P P C P G. Smith NS E NS P NS E A P P UA P W. Tousley NS P NS P NS P U - - - - - TOTAL - 7 - 8 - 7 * 7 6 * 5 Meetings scheduled to be held every other month in 1993. - Special meetings were held on 7/21/93, 9/15/93 and 11/10/93. - Tousley resigned effective with the August meeting. - Linhart and Person resigned effective with the October meeting. - Mark Howe confirmed to Board (replacing Tousley) effective with the December meeting. c:\wp\data\tb\attend93(pc151) 01 -1 -9,1A11 : 06 "CVD ��OF LA�Si CITY of LANSING 4 * INTEROFFICE COMMUNICATION m ........... IG s - January 14, 1994 Marilynn Slade City Clerk City Hall Lansing, Michigan Re: Traffic Board Minutes Dear Ms. Slade: Enclosed are the approved Traffic Board minutes from the meeting held on December S, 1993. Please place these minutes on file. Respectfully submitted, LANSING TRAFFIC BOARD jrl� 1 C %r Carla Eno Secretary enclosure cc: James Smiertka, w/ enclosure c:\wp\data\tb\mintrans.1tr 01 -1 �-94A11 06 ",CVD CITY OF LANSING PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING MEETING OF DECEMBER 8, 1993 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chairman Fleck at 7:03 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Cook, Fleck, Howe, Riddle and Smith Board Members Absent: Arambula Excused Absences: Smith moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to excuse Mr. Arambula from tonight's meeting. Visitors John Miernik, Teresa Yarbrough, Antonia Riggs Miernik, Penny Zagot, Gretchen Cochran and David Wiener. Items for Suspension of Rules Mr. Berridge recommended that all items under Reports from the Secretary be considered as Action Items. Ms. Smith moved, Mr. Cook seconded, CARRIED, to consider all items under the Reports from the Secretary as Action Items. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Ms. Smith moved, Mr. Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held 11/10/93. 1 Traffic Board Proceedings - December 8, 1993 12/09/93 PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS #93-42 Mr. John Miernik, 629 West Lapeer, Lansing, spoke. Mr. Miernik stated that he is the Vice President of the Genessee Neighborhood Association. He submitted two letters to the Board. One from Officer Larry Klaus, Community Policing Officer; the second letter was written by Ms. Colleen Beeman, who lives on the corner of North Sycamore and Lapeer Streets. Mr. Miernik stated that several of the neighborhood residents came to him because they felt that with the number of children in the neighborhood, a four-way stop at this corner is greatly needed. There are children of all ages in the neighborhood. This corner is used as a bus stop by the elementary, junior high, and high school, along with the special education busses, and the bi-lingual education busses. The Transportation Division's report states that there are over 1400 cars using this intersection on a regular basis. The report also shows that these vehicles are traveling at an average of 38 MPH. The petition that was submitted to the Transportation Division had over 200 signatures on it. The whole neighborhood is behind this. They do not want to take a lottery in this area with the children, something needs to be done before an accident happens. All that they are asking for is two additional stop signs. Ms. Smith asked who obtained the traffic volumes, and if the Board members could have copies of the petitions submitted by the neighborhood group. Mr. Miernik stated that the Transportation Division obtained the traffic volumes, and that he has copies of the petitions at home, and that he will make copies for submittal to the Board. Ms. Smith asked what the posted speed limit was in this area. Mr. Miernik stated that the posted speed is 25 MPH, and that the Transportation Division's report is showing that people are traveling an average of 38 MPH. This speed is very fast for the high density population in the area. These streets are being used as a cut through. #93-42 Ms. Antonia Riggs Miernik, 629 West Lapeer, Lansing, spoke. Ms. Miernik. stated that she is also a member of the Genessee Neighborhood Association, plus a mother of a 6th grader. This past Friday, the school bus was picking up students. The bus had its flashers on, but an eastbound vehicle on Lapeer Street just slowed down then drove past the bus. The car did not stop like it should when the buss flashers are on. This situation is not unusual. We have bi-lingual children from Cambodia and Laos living in this area. These children are not familiar with our traffic laws. They go into the streets even though they shouldn't. There are 270 children in this area transported out to Gunnisonville School. This does not include other students in the area who use this intersection as a bus stop. The neighbors in the area do not want a lot of accidents, they do not care what the Transportation Division says. 2 Traffic Board Proceedings - December 8, 1993 12/09/93 There have been a lot of near misses. The neighborhood is asking for both the four-way stop signs and for Slow Children Playing signs. She asked the Board to please consider these issues. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS None. REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY 1. Traffic Control Request: West Grand River Avenue / North Grand River Avenue / Seymour Street (#93-41) Mr. Berridge presented the report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Mr. Cook asked about leaving the island in place and the signage suggested. Mr. Berridge stated that the island remaining the way it is makes it more difficult to achieve compliance with the four-way stop control for westbound right turning vehicles. If reconfigured, this would not be a problem. It is not shown on the diagram, but the Transportation Division will also install crossbars and a crosswalk to improve pedestrian safety. Mr. Cook asked that a "friendly amendment" be made on the Board's recommendation to include the painting of crossbars and a crosswalk at these locations. Smith moved, Howe seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that the current three-way stop control at the intersection of West Grand River Avenue / North Grand River Avenue / Seymour Street be upgraded to a four-way stop, and that the supplementary overhead flashing beacon be changed to a flash red in all directions. It was further recommended that the island and yield sign on the east leg of the intersection for westbound traffic be removed, and that a right turn only lane and a through left turn option lane be installed, along with having crossbars and a crosswalk painted to improved pedestrian safety. 2. Traffic Control Request: Lapeer Street & Sycamore Street (#(3042) Mr. Berridge presented the report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Mr. Fleck asked if the Transportation Division received two petitions. Mr. Berridge stated that yes, two petitions were received. Discussion followed. Mr. Cook stated that he was troubled by the number of accidents and the high rate of speed in the area. He further stated that he disagrees with the Transportation 3 Traffic Board Proceedings - December S, 1993 12/09/93 Division's recommendation, and then moved to concur with the recommendation of the people who live in that neighborhood. Ms. Smith stated that she agrees with Mr. Cook. Mr. Riddle asked Ms. Miernik if all of the people who signed the petitions were aware that they would have to suffer with a four-way stop. Ms. Miernik stated that yes, the neighbors are willing to stop. Most of the traffic in the neighborhood is cut-through, and it is this cut-through traffic that is speeding. Discussion continued. Cook moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to reject the recommendation of the Transportation Division, and to recommend that multi-way stop signs be installed at the intersection of Lapeer and Sycamore Streets. 3. Traffic Control Request: Euclid Place & Hickory Street (#93-43) Mr. Berridge present the report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. No discussion. Smith moved, Howe seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that a yield sign be installed on Hickory Street at the intersection of Euclid Place. ACTION ITEMS None. TABLED ITEMS None. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 1. Board & Administrator Newsletter, December 1993. 2. Traffic Tips, Volume 3, Issue 3, November 1993. 3. 1994 Traffic Board Meeting Schedule. 4. Traffic Board Member List. 4 Traffic Board Proceedings - December 8, 1993 12/09/93 OLD BUSINESS None. NEW BUSINESS 1 . Mr. Fleck welcomed Mr. Howe to the Traffic Board and thanked him for his good input into tonight's meeting. 2. Mr. Berridge introduced Mr. David Wiener, Director of the Hollister Transition Team. Mr. Cook asked when the two vacancies that are currently on the Board will be filled. Mr. Wiener explained that there has been an agreement made between the current mayor and the mayor-elect regarding the filling of vacancies. Vacancies will be filled once the transition has taken place. In the meantime, applications are available for those interested in getting on one of the city's various Boards. Mr. Wiener stated that he is trying to visit all of the Board and Commission meetings. Mr. Hollister and his team are excited about coming into office, and they.want to involve the citizens. They believe in the wisdom of people. Mr. Wiener complimented the Board's decisions tonight, Mr. Berridge and his staff. He further stated that he has received a briefing book from both Mr. Berridge and Mr. Clegg. Hollister's office is working with Mr. Berridge to try and fill the vacancies that exist within the Transportation Division, including that of the Parking Superintendent position, which will be filled by 1/10/94. There has been some trouble in filling the vacant engineering positions though. The Hollister people are accessible, and want to work with everyone. If you need anything, do not hesitate to come to them. Also, if anyone thinks that they are not doing a good job, they want to know. Mr. Wiener than told everyone that he was glad to meet them. Mr. Wiener's transition phone number is 483-4047. If he is not available at that number, you can contact the other transition office at 394-7273. Mr. Berridge stated that he has been here for 13 years, and that this is the first time he can recall when someone from the Mayor's office has approached this Board, and come to a meeting. Mr. Riddle agreed. Mr. Fleck brought up the letter that the Hollister Transition Team had sent out asking for input from the Board. Discussion followed on the clarification of who the current Chair of the Board was, and how in the future, notification would be sent to the Clerk's office after the Board elections are held each year. 5 Traffic Board Proceedings - December 8, 1993 12/09/93 Mr. Wiener clarified the request of Mr. Hollister's letter regarding the Board's priorities for the next year. Mr. Wiener stated that they would like to get the Board's ideas and advise, so that when Mr. Hollister makes his State of the City address at the end of January, he can inform the public of some of the Traffic Board's goals and priorities. Mr. Fleck thanked Mr. Wiener. Mr. Berridge asked if the Board would like to establish a sub-committee on this response to Mr. Hollister, or if the Board would prefer to have Mr. Berridge submit the information. Goals and priorities were then discussed by the Board. Cook moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that Mr. Fleck, as the Chairman of the Traffic Board, work with Mr. Berridge on putting together the information the Mr. Hollister has requested. 3. Mr. Howe asked if the Parking System currently does any marketing. Mr. Berridge stated that it is limited. The Parking System tries to reach out to the employees and customers of the downtown businesses, and he is personally reaching out to downtown developers. Mr. Berridge further stated that there is a need for a more flexible way of setting monthly rates. We need to develop a way to do this. ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF THE RULES None. PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS None. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:09 p.m. Respectfully submitted, David A. Berridge Secretary 6 12-15-93A11 : 19 RCS/D CITY of LANSINGz%i%::�.., INTEROFFICE COMMUNICATION December 13, 1993 Marilynn Slade City Clerk City Hall Lansing, Michigan Re: Traffic Board Minutes Dear Ms. Slade: Enclosed are the approved Traffic Board minutes from the meeting held on November 10, 1993. Please place these minutes on file. Respectfully submitted, LANSING TRAFFIC BOARD Carla Eno Secretary enclosure cc: Alvan P. Knot, w/ enclosure c:\wp\data\tb\mintrans.ltr CITY OF LANSING PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING MEETING OF NOVEMBER 10, 1993 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chairman Fleck at 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Arambula, Cook, Fleck, Riddle and Smith Visitors Susan Pavick, Lisa Leonard, Troy Leonard, Garry Goddard, Eric Oudsema and Patrick Landry. Items for Suspension of Rules Mr. Berridge recommended that all items under Reports from the Secretary be considered as Action Items. Mr. Cook moved, Ms. Smith seconded, CARRIED, to consider all items under the Reports from the Secretary as Action Items. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Ms. Smith moved, Mr. Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held 09/15/93. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS #93-37 Ms. Suzie Pavick, 2400 Clifton, Lansing, spoke. Ms. Pavick stated that she had called the Transportation Division mid-summer requesting stop signs. However, a traffic study was not done until 1 Traffic Board Proceedings - November 10, 1993 11/12/93 after the Labor Day weekend. She believes that because the count was not done until after the holiday weekend, the counts are not accurate. Ms. Pavick stated that people still are zooming by, and that there are a number of children in the area. She also stated that a number of the neighborhood residents could not be here this evening. There is no traffic control at the park, and she is in favor of having a stop sign installed. #93-37 Mr. Troy Leonard, 2410 Clifton, Lansing, spoke. Mr. Leonard stated that when he leaves for work around 6:00 a.m. , vehicles traveling on Sunnyside to Tisdale almost never stop, which is dangerous because there have almost been several accidents. Mr. Leonard also stated that from Scott Park to Pacific, motorcycles and kids race their vehicles. #93-37 Ms. Lisa Leonard, 2410 Clifton, Lansing, spoke. Ms. Leonard stated that the neighborhood is not designed very well. People who live in the neighborhood know the street pattern. There is only one stop which is on Clifton. She thinks that the Board should look at the entire area in respect to traffic control. #93-37 Mr. Garry Goddard, 2614 Wayburn, Lansing, spoke. Mr. Goddard stated that he used to live on Clifton, and that his children are still frequent visitors to that neighborhood. He is in support of a stop sign. It would benefit the community. He is concerned about the safety of the children because of the speeding vehicles. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS 1 . Letter from the Neighborhood Watch of Vernon Avenue dated 9/13/93. 2. Resignation of Mr. Jim Person from the Traffic Board. 3. Resignation of Ms. Betty Linhart from the Traffic Board. 4. Appointment of Mark Howe to the Traffic Board. 2 Traffic Board Proceedings - November 10, 1993 11/12/93 REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY 1. Traffic Control Request: Illinois Avenue & Taft Street (#93-35) Mr. Berridge presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. No discussion. Mr. Arambula moved, Ms. Smith seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that a yield sign be installed on Illinois Avenue at the intersection of Taft Street. 2. Traffic Control Request: Taft Street & Vermont Avenue (#93-36) Mr. Berridge presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. No discussion. Mr. Riddle moved, Ms. Smith seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that a yield sign be installed on Taft Street at the intersection of Vermont Avenue. 3. Traffic Control Request: Clifton Avenue & Tisdale Avenue (#93-37) Mr. Berridge presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. No discussion. Ms. Smith moved, Mr. Arambula seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that stop signs be installed on Clifton Avenue at the intersection of Tisdale Avenue. 4. Parking Regulation Change Request: Colvin Court (#93-38) Mr. Berridge presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. 3 Traffic Board Proceedings - November 10, 1993 11/12/93 Mr. Arambula asked why this was being done if the refuse trucks were not having a problem getting into the area. Mr. Berridge stated that there had been problems in the past with the city refuse trucks being able to get into the area. Mr. Fleck asked if Granger picks up on Wednesdays too. Mr. Berridge stated that Granger was contacted, but they did not indicate that they had been having any problems. However, it may be that they do not have any customers on that block. Mr. Cook moved, Ms. Smith seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that parking on both sides of Colvin Court from Riley Street to the north end of Colvin Court (including the cul-de-sac) be prohibited from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Wednesdays only. 5. Parking Regulation Change Request: Townsend Street (#93-39) Mr. Berridge presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Mr. Cook asked who Sue Stepenski was. Mr. Berridge stated that she is a staff engineer for the Lansing Automotive Division Facilities Engineering, and that she has responsibility in respect to the B .O.C. plant operations. Mr. Riddle moved, Mr. Arambula seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that parking be permanently prohibited on the west side of Townsend Street from William Street to 493 feet south of William Street, from 630 feet south of William Street to 731 feet south of William Street, and from 793 feet south of William Street to Elm Street. 6. Traffic Control Request: Ballard Road & Reo Road (#93-40) Mr. Berridge presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. No discussion. Mr. Arambula moved, Ms. Smith seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that multi-way stop signs be permanently installed at the Ballard Road and Reo Road intersection. 4 Traffic Board Proceedings - November 10, 1993 11/12/93 ACTION ITEMS None. TABLED ITEMS None. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 1. Board & Administrator Newsletter, October 1993. 2. Board & Administrator Newsletter, November 1993. 3. Mr. Berridge reminded everyone that Silver Bells is on 11/19/93, and that the brochures that he passed out prior to the start of the meeting should be handed out by the Board members to friends and families. 4. Mr. Berridge stated that on 10/12/93, the Parking System began passing out mints to all visitors at all of its attended facilities. 5. Mr. Berridge explained the new Parking Plus Program that has been receiving positive media coverage. At the current time, the new Parking Plus Program will be geared towards monthly permit parkers. If everything goes as well as expected, it will be offered to visitors as well. Mr. Riddle stated that he had seen the very nice editorial and article written by the Lansing State Journal on the Parking Plus program. G. Mr. Berridge officially introduced Eric Oudsema and Patrick Landry, the Transportation Division's two new traffic technicians. He further stated that recommendations have been made for both the vacant engineering positions within the Division, and the positions should be filled by the December or January meeting. OLD BUSINESS 1. Schedule for the left turn signal installation on Mt. Hope at Cedar. Mr. Berridge stated that MDOT has decided to install a left turn phase at this intersection. This project is in the preliminary engineering phases, and will hopefully be completed during the FY94 construction year. 5 Traffic Board Proceudings - November 10, 1993 11/12/93 NEW BUSINESS 1. Mr. Riddle asked if the Parking System will be impacted by the new mayor. Mr. Berridge stated that he had met with Mr. David Wiener, of the Hollister Transition Team, on Tuesday of this week. During the meeting the parking systems's financial difficulties were discussed. Mr. Wiener stated that Mr. Hollister does not intend to privatize the parking system. However, a solution to the parking system's debt load needs to be found. Mr. Berridge stated that he was pleased with the meeting, and with Mr. Wiener's open and receptive attitude. 2. Mr. Arambula stated that he thought that it would be appropriate for the Board to have certificates of appreciation sent to both Ms. Linhart and Mr. Person for their years of service to the Traffic Board. Mr. Riddle supported Mr. Arambula's motion. The Board agreed unanimously. ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF THE RULES None. PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS None. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:37 p.m. Respectfully submitted, David A. Berridge Secretary 6 CITY OF LANSING PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION TRAFFIC BOARD MEETING 7:00 PM November 10, 1993 AGENDA 11 -15-93P01 : 12 PCVD CALL TO ORDER 1 . Roll Call 2. Motions for Excused Absences 3. Items for Suspension of Rules APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of the meeting held September 15, 1993. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS The public may comment on any of the following items on the agenda: Communications and Petitions, Reports From the Secretary, Action Items and Informational Items. (Time limit: three (3) minutes per speaker. ) COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS 1. Letter from the Neighborhood Watch of Vernon Avenue dated 9/13/93. 2. Resignation of Mr. Jim Person from the Traffic Board. 3. Resignation of Ms. Betty Linhart from the Traffic Board. 4. Appointment of Mark Howe to the Traffic Board. REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY 1 . Traffic Control Request: Illinois Avenue & Taft Street (#93-35) 2. Traffic Control Request: Taft Street & Vermont Avenue (#93-36) 3. Traffic Control Request: Clifton Avenue & Tisdale Avenue (#93-37) 4. Parking Regulation Change Request: Colvin Court (#93-38) 5. Parking Regulation Change Request: Townsend Street (#93-39) 6. Traffic Control Request: Ballard Road & Reo Road (#93-40) 1 Traff.c Board Agenda - -)vember 10, 1993 11/02/93 ACTION ITEMS TABLED ITEMS INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 1. Board & Administrator Newsletter, October 1993. 2. Board & Administrator Newsletter, November 1993. OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF THE RULES PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT Respectfully submitted, LANSING TRAFFIC BOARD David A. Berridge Secretary FOR SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS, PLEASE GIVE 24 HOUR NOTICE PRIOR TO THE MEETING BY CALLING MS. CARLA ENO AT 483-4243 OR 483-4088 TDD. 2 September 13 , 1993 City of Lansing Lansing Traffic Board RE : Vernon Avenue Traffic Study On July 7, 1993 , stop signs were installed on Vernon Avenue at the Southgate intersection. Since then we have noticed a reduction in the amount of traffic and speeding vehicles . It has taken over a year-and-a-half and a lot of work with the City of Lansing to get the signs installed. During this time, we have formed a neighborhood watch and have established a positive relationship with the Lansing Police Department and the Transportation Division. Because of the stop signs, we. feel more comfortable backing out of our driveways, walking on the sidewalk, and letting our children play in the front yard. The stop signs have made our neighborhood safer. Please approve permanent installation of these signs . Sincerely, The Neighborhood Watch of Vernon Avenue I P e-7-7 ILI' � i A, 6 0-4 (su r-j o-) muc l"""G LANSING COMMUNITY COLLEGE ..GOII M II�II T COIIlGt P.O. BOX 40010 LANSI IG. Nil 48901-7 210 October 7 , 1993 Mayor James Crawford City of Lansing Lansing City Hall Lansing , Michigan Dear Mayor Crawford : Please accept my letter of resignation from the Lansing Traffic Board effective today to allow me to be eligible to serve the City of Lansing as a member of the Board of Police Commissioners . On July 12 , 1972 I became a member of the Lansing Traffic Board and I have enjoyed serving on that Board ever since . I consider Lansing fortunate to have effective and capable staff in the Transportation Department and our city has benefitted from the expertise of its personnel . While I will miss serving on the Traffic Board I believe that my years of operating the Mid Michigan Police Academy and my work in continuing education and training for police will allow me to be of service to the City of Lansing as a member of the Police Board. Please be assured of my commit - ment to the City of Lansing and my interest in working to allow the Lansing Police Department to remain exemplary . Thank you for accepting this letter of resignation from the Traffic Board and for giving me consideration for the position of being a member of the Board of Police Commissioners . Sincerely yours , r James E. Person '801 Montego Drive Lansing , Michigan 48912 41 ------------------- rl IfgT*T�T'*'• IZ', fir,..,.._—,•-- —_------ J I t k :II I I + � 4 11 I S(L l �'•ri I��;, ..', i .., �I_rl_'r:!^�n!rrTT-^,�^�'�'R.n+rTr'--.�•-T_—�— _—_—_ , i , f - � l� -- 1 I I I r , I I I , I. f2i�J✓�5)Fi:)l:..l h.,;.l,!� :...:,..��I :'._.. . ...t. .. :�._...� October 18 , 1993 Council President Mark Canady and City Councilmembers loth Floor, City Hall Lansing, MI 48933 Dear Council President and city Councilmembers : I herewith submit for your consideration the appointment of Mark Howe, 3509 Palmer, Lansing, mi 48910 to the Traffic Board. } replacing William Tousley. This term will expira June, 1997 . Your confirmation of this appointment will be appreciated. Sincerely, James A. Crawford Mayor JAC :kc Attachment FL39-346-93 (H) FT37-358-12 (0) Y� APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP ON. CITY BOARD City of Lansing, Michigan Mail or Deliver to: James A. Crawford, Mayor 9th Floor, City Hall 124 West Michigan Date C'j Lansing, MI 48933-1694 Name : .,tfL (i Ward Precinct V- I Address : Street Zip Coae Phone : l > " Y (Home) � 7 � ' (Office) Years as Lansing Resident : Educational Background: ,�,,,;�;%� ..�f 1 v t�,� !; ✓L L ; ;..v pt =-1 f r'r o V, 11 ,9 Family: jAZ 4.' �u ;.r-. !-,.•r ��.f��� �r.�r,., �� r,� Occupation: r1r,o�;,4r, <�;. �� r,. - i- ,--�`- ��_ r✓�-�r Organizations to which you have been na member (Civic, Fraternal, etc . ) r c/v f ,v, J r f1.�t �� /� v r S `t ✓�- Board on which you would like to serve: (List on reverse side) ( 3 ) ( 4 ) Additional information on experience, qualifications, etc . September 23, 1993 REPORT FROM THE SECRETARY #93-35 TRAFFIC CONTROL REQUEST: ILLINOIS AVENUE and TAFT STREET The Transportation Division has received a request to conduct a traffic study to determine if stop signs are warranted at the intersection of Illinois Avenue and Taft Street from councilmember Ellen Beal. Residents have complained of speeding problems. The Illinois Avenue and Taft Street intersection is a residential "tee" intersection. The intersection is currently uncontrolled. A safe approach speed study was performed revealing a safe approach speed of 15 MPH due to sight obstructions in the northeast and northwest quadrant. The estimated traffic volumes on Illinois Avenue and Taft Street are 325 and 475 vehicles per day, respectively. A review of the accident records for this intersection indicates there has been no reported accidents from January 1, 1988, to July 31, 1993. The installation of traffic control devices have the tendency to reduce the occurrence of right angle accidents. The 85th percentile speed on Taft Street at the intersection of Illinois Avenue is estimated to be between 22and 25 MPH. The Transportation Division has determined that the installation of stop signs at the intersection of Illinois Avenue and Taft Street are not warranted. However, the Transportation Division recommends that a yield sign be installed on Illinois Avenue at the intersection of Taft Street because of the low safe approach speed of 15 MPH and the geometrics of the intersection. 1 September 23, 1993 REPORT FROM THE SECRETARY #93-35 TRAFFIC CONTROL REQUEST: ILLINOIS AVENUE and TAFT STREET LOCATION DIAGRAM �REMONTlWjT:E I I I I ( I >• I I _YMAN ied McKIr -ER 1.4 0• I a red a'1¢d 6/1- 1 9 f NORTH I• •I�a�aT.d I ILHITT w & I >1 -• 4 F O z HAND .- iL ~ z O a 0 o ¢ z J O Z TAFT WALKE Q a o GRA RIVER 00 i s 0 ♦ 4 �� `O FSH IPERSON CO PORTER c CADY z z 16 i 'e/�n a a 0AKLAfjQr ` OANCA O 16 Q z LAY v� ter.s MAY z 4NCHE 9-ER cr ,z Z w Y zp a z > Q a i 2 w = 16 cn w o a U U SAC �e 2 September 23, 1993 REPORT FROM THE SECRETARY #93-36 TRAFFIC CONTROL REQUEST: TAFT STREET AND VERMONT AVENUE The Transportation Division has received a request to conduct a traffic study to determine if stop signs are warranted at the intersection of Taft Street and Vermont Avenue from councilmember Ellen Beal. Residents have complained of speeding problems. The Taft Street and Vermont Avenue intersection is a residential "tee" intersection. The intersection is currently uncontrolled. A safe approach speed study was performed revealing a safe approach speed of 11 MPH due to location of a house in the southeast quadrant. The estimated traffic volumes on Taft Street and Vermont Avenue are 450 and 1500 vehicles per day, respectively. A review of the accident records for this intersection indicates there has been no reported accidents from January 1, 1988, to July 31, 1993. The installation of traffic control devices have the tendency to reduce the occurrence of right angle accidents. The 85th percentile speed on Taft Street at the intersection of Vermont Avenue is estimated to be between 22 and 25 MPH depending on location and direction of traffic. The 85th percentile speed on Vermont Avenue at the intersection of Taft Street is estimated to be between 28 and 32 MPH. The Transportation Division has determined that the installation of stop signs at the intersection of Taft Street and Vermont Avenue are not warranted. However, the Transportation Division recommends that a yield sign be installed on Taft Street at the intersection of Vermont Avenue because of the low safe approach speed of 11 MPH and the geometrics of the intersection. 1 September 23, 1993 REPORT FROM THE SECRETARY #93-36 TRAFFIC CONTROL REQUEST: TAFT STREET AND VERMONT AVENUE LOCATION DIAGRAM -Rf MUNI „: e ld �o is _VMAN Il° McKI E 0 =ER IS j red � di [& 9 J.cdT.d 1 TIJ JK 1 o.r.d j 4 ; \ ,( V% Q i � L • -1 c z w Oz p HAND ii M p ? TAFT WALKE i Q w T , ? ORMOND GRAM) RIVER m z a`b'.2 of 1 �O S H 16 - ERSON CO POfiT ER t CADY r is ' ' .,•r \ q ,a- CAKLAT, r Is a z Ay ,.\.r.i MAY O ►— t > z 4NCI JE.9-ER Q cn O � � iz 2 w ¢ _ cc 16 cn w v a U U SAC ae 2 September 25, 1993 REPORT FROM THE SECRETARY #93-37 TRAFFIC CONTROL REQUEST: CLIFTON AVENUE AND TISDALE AVENUE The Transportation Division has reviewed a request to install stop signs at the intersection of Clifton Avenue and Tisdale Avenue from Susie Pavick of 2400 Clifton Avenue. Mrs. Pavick made the request because she feels stop signs on Clifton Avenue will discourage through traffic and speeding. , The Clifton Avenue and Tisdale Avenue intersection is a residential intersection and is currently uncontrolled. Clifton Avenue ends three blocks south of this intersection at Scott Woods Park. Tisdale Avenue ends one block east of this intersection at Sunnyside Avenue. A safe approach speed study was performed revealing a safe approach speed of 12 MPH due to a sight obstruction in the northeast quadrant. The estimated traffic volumes on Clifton Avenue and Tisdale Avenue are 175 and 100 vehicles per day, respectively. However, traffic generated from Scott Woods Park in the summer months may not be totally reflected by this data. Speed data was collected on Clifton Avenue because Mrs. Pavick raised speeding as an issue. The 85th percentile speeds ranged from 23 MPH to 26 MPH. A review of the accident records for the intersection indicates there has been one reported accident (right angle) from January 1, 1988, to August 31, 1993. Right angle accidents are potentially correctable with the installation of traffic control devices. The Transportation Division recommends that stop signs be installed on Clifton Avenue at the intersection of Tisdale Avenue because of the safe approach speed, presence of a right angle accident and estimated traffic generated from Scott Woods Park in the summer months. 1 September 25, 1993 REPORT FROM THE SECRETARY #93-37 TRAFFIC CONTROL REQUEST: CLIFTON AVENUE AND TISDALE AVENUE LOCATION DIAGRAM 7 I > p �I M r__r McKIM t)- --O 111LEY Y lo—• , — rncrrtc t. .► .�a —U Eb1901r,:—]I — >- U T LSC�I U— � z. L4 fI LINCULN C} w L9 n¢ z I I :L L) 2 September 30, 1993 REPORT FROM THE SECRETARY #93-38 PARKING REGULATION REQUEST: COLVIN COURT The Transportation Division received a request to change the parking regulations on Colvin Court from Riley Street to the north end of Colvin Court. The request was made by Alfreda Schmidt for a Colvin Court resident. Parking is currently prohibited on Colvin Court from Riley Street to the north end of Colvin Court, including the cul-de-sac. The request is to remove the current parking prohibition on all of Colvin Court, including the cul-de-sac, and to allow unrestricted parking. Colvin Court is a 26 foot wide residential street ending in a cul-de-sac 220 feet north of Riley Street. Transportation Division staff spoke with Robert Moye, Refuse Supervisor, City of Lansing. Mr. Moye stated that in the past his refuse, recycling, and compost trucks have had difficulties accessing and turning on Colvin Court due to vehicles illegally parked in the current no parking zone. Mr. Moye also stated that he has been required to send a pickup truck to this location because of the difficulties he cited above. He informed us that his trucks require access to Colvin Court on Wednesdays, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Transportation Division staff were informed by Granger Land Development Company that their refuse trucks have not had difficulties in accessing or turning on Colvin Court. A resident on Colvin Court, however, stated that both Granger and City of Lansing trucks have been required to back down Colvin Court. This is a hazardous movement for large vehicles and should be avoided. A parking survey was mailed to the owners and occupants of the residences on or adjacent to Colvin Court to solicit input on the requested parking regulation change. The survey was mailed out on April 26, 1993, with a requested return date of May 19, 1993. Of the 8 surveys sent out, 4 responses were received by our office. Of these 4 responses, 1 supported retaining the current parking prohibition, 1 supported unrestricted parking on all of Colvin Court all the time, 1 supported prohibiting parking on the straight section on Wednesdays, only, and 1 supported prohibiting parking in the cul-de-sac on Wednesdays, only, and unrestricted parking on the straight section all the time. On May 25, 1993 the Transportation Division recommended changing the current parking prohibition on Colvin Court from Riley Street to the north end of Colvin 1 September 30, 1993 REPORT FROM THE SECRETARY #93-38 PARKING REGULATION REQUEST: COLVIN COURT Court (including the cul-de-sac) to no parking on Wednesdays, only, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for a 90 day trial period. Return studies have indicated the residents are complying with the regulation change. The Transportation Division recommends prohibiting parking on Colvin Court from Riley Street to the north end of Colvin Court (including the cul-de-sac) on Wednesdays, only, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 2 September 30, 1993 REPORT FROM THE SECRETARY #93-38 PARKING REGULATION REQUEST: COLVIN COURT LOCATION DIAGRAM C Q i h oaf Q J ZO <1 O O MT. NOPF ' McKIN' FLOREIACr N " KEN -WOOF o w vqq cniad > >< tL Z „if;� UCO Cr- J Li6�r�so7 F0.2�7 r{ `EYzo' Z Q PACIVIC a PACIFIC p►cwr EDISON U r soN Z 0 TISDALE �� W 1/12 10 6�16 60 ll.. 20 LINCOLN c7 a �gEr<LAwn [GREEENLAWN Drier_ PARK�o- O _y✓ILLARD h WILLARD I F a o 3 Please select the option you prefer for the cul-de-sac at the north end of Colvin Court: 1. I support retaining the current parking regulations in the cul-de-sac. Currently parking is prohibited in the cul-de-sac. 2. I support prohibiting parking in the cul-de-sac on Wednesday only, the day of refuse pickup. 3. I support unrestricted parking in the cul-de-sac. Please select the option you prefer for the straight section of Colvin Court from Riley Street to the cul-de-sac: 1. I support retaining the current parking regulations. Currently parking is prohibited on both sides of Colvin Court. 2. I support prohibiting parking on both sides of Colvin Court on Wednesday only, the day of refuse pickup. 3. I support prohibiting parking on one side of Colvin Court all the time. Please specify which side you prefer: East West 4. I support prohibiting parking on one side of Colvin Court on Wednesday only, the day of refuse pickup. Please specify which side you prefer: East West 5. I support unrestricted parking on Colvin Court all the time. Other comments or suggestions: Optional: Name: Address: October 4, 1993 REPORT FROM THE SECRETARY #93-39 PARKING REGULATION CHANGE REQUEST: TOWNSEND STREET The Transportation Division received a request to change the existing parking regulations on Townsend Street from Sue Stepanski of BOC's Lansing Automotive Division. Ms. Stepanski has requested that parking be prohibited on the west side of Townsend Street from 630 feet south of William Street to 731 feet south of William Street to provide increased visibility for motorists exiting BOC's parking lot. (See Proposed Parking Regulations.) This parking regulation was temporarily posted on July 22, 1993, to determine if the no parking zone sufficiently increased visibility for vehicles entering and exiting BOC's parking lot, and to determine any negative impacts the restrictions might have. A site investigation determined that the on-street parking had been obstructing the sight visibilty of drivers exiting the parking lot. Prior to posting the temporary regulations of July 22, 1993 the parking regulations on Townsend Street between William Street and Elm Street were as follows; Parking was prohibited on the west side of Townsend Street from William Street to 493 feet south of William Street and from 793 feet south of William Street to Elm Street; Stopping, Standing, and Parking were prohibited on the east side of Townsend Street from Elm Street to 482 feet north of Elm Street; Parking was prohibited on the east side of Townsend Street from 482 feet north of Elm Street to William Street. To date, the Transportation Division has received no negative feedback on the temporary parking regulation change. Site visits confirm that the regulation has been effective in increasing sight visibility for drivers exiting BOC's parking lot. Therefore, the Transportation Division recommends that parking be permanently prohibited on the west side of Townsend Street from William Street to 493 feet south of William Street, from 630 feet south of William Street to 731 feet south of William Street, and from 793 feet south of William Street to Elm Street. 1 October 4, 1993 REPORT FROM THE SECRETARY #93-39 PARKING REGULATION CHANGE REQUEST: TOWNSEND STREET LOCATION DIAGRAM f9� o Y AI N R 179 > 178 3 1 7 1 �ncar0- \ry 186 / 187 I83 197 198 f US ;! " 0.c rad HAZEL /r- 19U 189 199 ii Jn.ca.1"¢d '• j 9/.27171 ELM -/m c al n aGOIT¢d 13' _0 Q 195 Q u Q fJ/Y/Y L! Q sc 900. 19q 201 2 October 4, 1993 REPORT FROM THE SECRETARY #93-39 PARKING REGULATION CHANGE REQUEST: TOWNSEND STREET EXISTING PARKING REGULATIONS o..,n.vr r i,rrnm'nad' 0 z U 7171 a pia 7-171 L I_M ` /77 �r a_ca i o, 19� ? 203 f- S U r-1-t NpTAPp�N�t COI 'ii zoo 3 October 4, 1993 REPORT FROM THE SECRETARY #93-39 PARKING REGULATION CHANGE REQUEST: TOWNSEND STREET PROPOSED PARKING REGULATIONS z i7 luo 197 _0 •� tr n� I IAZI-L /= 7/ - `� 199 7171 • i,/. 1. 2 V3 1- 7rl V No • • • • • `' U 1-1-1 No SToPpjNG, 201J % zoz ..'r'►T/�Np�N� 'j� 4 October 6, 1993 REPORT FROM THE SECRETARY #93-40 TRAFFIC CONTROL REQUEST: BALLARD ROAD AND REO ROAD The Transportation Division received a request to install four-way stop signs at the Ballard Road and Reo Road intersection from Mr. Mark Horn of 3017 Reo Road. Mr. Horn made the request because he was concerned about excessive vehicle speeds on Reo Road. Mr. Horn was specifically concerned about the speeds of CATA buses. Reo Road is a residential street. The neighborhood configuration suggests that Reo Road may serve as a neighborhood collector street. Reo Road is part of the #2 Churchill Southwest CATA bus route. A CATA bus travels down Reo Road every 20 minutes during a typical weekday. Therefore, Reo Road would carry a higher volume of traffic than a typical residential street. The intersection of Ballard Road and Reo Road is controlled by stop signs on Ballard Road. The intersection of Ingham Street and Reo Road (which is one block east of the intersection of Ballard Road and Reo Road) is controlled with four-way stop signs. A review of the accident records for the intersection of Ballard Road and Reo Road indicated there had been five accidents (all right angle) from January 1, 1987, to June 30, 1993. The Transportation Division conducted a traffic volume and speed study on Reo Road. The estimated traffic volume on Reo Road ranged from 1425 to 1525 vehicles per day, depending on the exact location of the count. The estimated 85th percentile speed on Reo Road ranged from 29 to 33 MPH. An 85th percentile speed of less than 32 MPH is considered typical for a residential street. Transportation Division staff met with neighborhood residents and CATA personnel to discuss the speeding problem and develop a corrective action plan. CATA agreed to conduct spot speed tests of Reo Road buses. Bus drivers found traveling faster than 25 MPH will be cited and disciplined. The Transportation Division agreed to install temporary four-way stop signs at the intersection of Ballard Road and Reo Road for a 90 day trial period because of the high number of right angle accidents that had occurred at the intersection. The installation of traffic control devices have the tendency to reduce right angle accidents. The four-way stop signs were installed on July 7, 1993. An "after" study was conducted in September to determine the effectiveness of 1 October 6, 1993 REPORT FROM THE SECRETARY #93-40 TRAFFIC CONTROL REQUEST: BALLARD ROAD AND REO ROAD the stop signs in decreasing accidents at the Ballard Road and Reo Road intersection, and traffic volumes and vehicle speeds on Reo Road. The results of the "before" and "after" study are listed on Page 4 of this report. The Transportation Division recommends that multi-way stop signs be permanently installed at the Ballard Road and Reo Road intersection for the following reasons: 1 . There have been five right angle accidents at the intersection over the past five and a half years. The installation of the four-way stop signs should substantially decrease the number of right-angle accidents. 2. The 85th percentile speeds on Reo Road have been reduced from 29- 32 MPH to 24-30 MPH. It should be noted that the data was collected within 200 feet of the intersection of Ballard Road and Reo Road. Vehicles on Reo Road west of the intersection may still be traveling at the same speeds as those indicated in the "before" study. 3. CATA supports the installation of the four-way stop signs as a way to get their drivers to comply with the prima facie speed limit of 25 MPH. 2 October 6, 1993 REPORT FROM THE SECRETARY #93-40 TRAFFIC CONTROL REQUEST: BALLARD ROAD AND REO ROAD ACCIDENT, TRAFFIC VOLUME AND SPEED DATA BEFORE AND AFTER STUDY ACTION: 4-way stop installed at the intersection of Ballard Road and Reo Aoad. 85th Percentile Speeds (in MPH) BEFORE AFTER ON REO ROAD: (6-20-93) (9-12-93) Diff. %Diff. E of Ballard Road- EB= 32.6 27.6 -5.0 -18.1 WB= 32.5 24.6 -7.9 -32.1 W of Ballard Road- EB= 29.7 29.4 -0.3 -1.0 WB= 31.9 26.5 -5.4 -20.4 Traffic Volume (in Vehicles per Day) BEFORE AFTER ON REO ROAD: (6-20-93) (9-12-93) Diff.. oDiff. E of Ballard Road- EB= 750.0 675.0 -75.0 -11.1 WB= 775.0 750.0 -25.0 -3.3 W of Ballard Road- EB= 700.0 675.0 -25 .0 -3.7 WB= 725.0 700.0 -25.0 -3.6 Number of Right Angle Accidents BEFORE AFTER (1/1/87 - 6/30/93) (7/1/93 - 9/30/93) AT BALLARD ROAD AND REO ROAD 5 N/A 3 October 6, 1993 REPORT FROM THE SECRETARY #93-40 TRAFFIC CONTROL REQUEST: BALLARD ROAD AND REO ROAD LOCATION DIAGRAM HEPFE GREENBELT GREENBELT FIELDING -A RISDALE IMPTER U Q RREE o 3 z )NALD 3 a z J REO o- kYBELL ¢ -� 0 r .REN F- g z LUCIE Cr Cr 0 a w RAYNELL z = z = a > Z Q Q U U 4 I� u � o G-no 4 Government Edition As Pe" rs 4 For Board Membe November 1993 Dear Government Board or Council Member, member uses an ingenious idea to keep her organization's mission at the forefront of When I talk to board members who every decision. She attaches it to the are struggling with board service, the first back of her nameplate (see graphic) in thing I ask is, "Can you recite your the board room. Read how she came up organization's mission statement?" The with the idea... results of this informal poll are astonishing: "A few months ago, we were face Nine out of 10 board members don't know to face with an issue, and no one knew their mission by heart. how, or even if, it fit in with our mission," My point? You can't focus your she tells me. "To focus the discussion, our decisions on a mission statement you administrator read our mission out don't know! That's why a Georgia board loud--ending any confusion in board members' minds. Then it hit me: Let's Nameplates with a mission! print our mission statement on the back of our nameplates so it will always be visible! "The administrator typeset our (front) mission statement to fit on the back of each board member's nameplate," she says. It is the responsibility of this board and "Now, before every vote, we ask, `How government organization to determine the does the decision fit in with our mis- need for services,plan adequate programming (back) sion?' If there is no connection, the and monitor services which are established. discussion turns to whether we should even be pursuing the idea." Head off board room conflicts for better decision-making Council Member Allan Kirwan conflict on the board team." believes that public service means Kirwan says if a disagreement exactly what it says--serving the public. reaches council chambers, it's almost That's why, when council members grind always too late for members to compro- personal axes in the board room, he wants mise. He offers these suggestions to avoid to hide out of sheer embarrassment. conflict... "Some council members don't 1) Encourage council members realize that they were elected to serve the to agree on priorities during a long- community, not promote their pet projects," range planning session. "If we agree on says Kirwan (Avondale Estates, GA). the direction the city should go in, the "Board members with hidden agendas decision-making process will run smoothly. are destructive. They create undue So during our annual retreat, we identify Advising administrators and CITY OF LANSING PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 15, 1993 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chairman Fleck at 7:15 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Cook, Fleck, Linhart, Person, Riddle and Smith Board Members Absent: Arambula Excused Absences Person moved, Linhart seconded, CARRIED, to excuse Mr. Arambula from tonight's Traffic Board meeting. Visitors Karen Flores, George Hanosh, Doreen Newson, Marguerite Clayton, Heidi Doherty, Mike Marhanka, and Ellen Beal. Items for Suspension of Rules Ms. London recommended that all items under Reports from the Secretary be considered as Action Items. Cook moved, Person seconded, CARRIED, to consider all items under the Reports from the Secretary as Action Items. 11 -12-93AC9 : 16 RCVD / GI Traffic Board Proceectings - September 15, 1993 9/21/93 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Linhart moved, Cook seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held August 11, 1993. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS #93-33 Ms. Ellen Beal, 227 Custer Street, spoke. Ms. Beal stated that she was here tonight as the representative for the 1st Ward. She further stated that she had reviewed the configurations in the Transportation Division's recommendation, and that she and the Eastside Neighborhood Organization are in concurrence with the recommendation. This configuration would be a wonderful improvement, and she encouraged the Board for a favorable vote. Mr. Fleck asked for the record if Ms. Beal was in favor of multi-way stops or the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Ms. Beal stated that she was in favor of the Transportation Division's recommendation. #93-33 Mr. Mike Marhanka, 205 South Francis Avenue, Lansing, spoke. Mr. Marhanka stated that the Transportation Division's recommendation has given him hope. This recommendation will help maintain the residential sense of the neighborhood. #93-33 Ms. Heidi Doherty, 228 North Foster Avenue, Lansing, spoke. Ms. Doherty stated that something needs to be done to help the neighborhood, and that she wanted to give sincere thanks to Beth London for her prompt response to this problem, and for her vast knowledge. #93-30 Ms. Marguerite Clayton, 617 Vernon Avenue, Lansing, spoke. Ms. Clayton stated that the stop signs have been in place for the past three months, and she wants to keep them because they have helped tremendously. Backing out and pulling in to your driveway is easier because now people have to slow down. She then thanked Ms. London and wished her good luck in her new job. 2 Traffic Board Proceeaings - September 15, 1993 9/21/93 #93-30 Ms. Karen Flores, 650 Vernon Avenue, Lansing, spoke. Ms. Flores stated that the stop signs have been an improvement. She feels safer, especially since hers is the first drive from the stop sign. She appreciates being able to pull out of her driveway. Ms. Smith arrived at 7:25 p.m. #93-30 Mr. George Hanosh, 645 Vernon Avenue, Lansing, spoke. Mr. Hanosh read a letter from the Neighborhood Watch of Vernon Avenue. The letter asks that the stop signs that were installed at the Vernon Avenue and Southgate Avenue intersection be approved for permanent installation. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS None. REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY 1. Traffic Control Request: Maryland Avenue & Sheldon Avenue (#93-27) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. No discussion. Person moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that the request for the installation of multi-way stop signs at the intersection of Maryland Avenue and Sheldon Avenue be denied, and to recommend that yield signs be installed on Sheldon Avenue at the intersection of Maryland Avenue because of two potentially correctable accidents which have occurred in the last five years. 2. Traffic Control Request: Newark Avenue & Piper Avenue (#93-28) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the . Transportation Division. No discussion. Cook moved, Linhart seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that the request for the installation of multi-way stop signs at the intersection of Newark Avenue and Piper Avenue be denied, and to recommend that the existing yield signs on Piper Avenue at Newark Avenue be upgraded to stop signs because of the one potentially correctable accident which occurred since the installation of yield signs. 3 Traffic Board Proceeuings - September 15, 1993 9/21/93 3. Traffic Control Request: Lowcroft Avenue & Rouse Street (#93-29) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. No discussion. Cook moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that the request for the installation of multi-way stops at the intersection of Lowcroft Avenue and Rouse Street be denied. 4. Vernon Avenue Traffic Study (#93-30) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Mr. Cook stated that every time we get one of these neighborhoods, we push traffic all over. People who live on public streets need to realize that everyone has a right to use these streets. Mr. Cook also stated that in the future we should look at the whole neighborhood instead of piece mealing our recommendations. Ms. London stated that she agrees with Mr. Cook. The original intention was to do alternating stops in the neighborhood but existing multi-way stops make this a poor neighborhood for alternating stops. This item was delayed for a year to conduct a before study. Irvington Avenue is on the agenda tonight too. This is two blocks south of Vernon. We hesitated with our Irvington recommendation because we wondered if Irvington traffic would increase. Volumes on Irvington are low now. Person moved, Cook seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that stop signs be installed on Vernon Avenue at Southgate Avenue and that yield signs on Southgate Avenue at Vernon Avenue be removed. 5. Traffic Control Request: Irvington Avenue & Wildwood Avenue, and Irvington Avenue & Southgate Avenue (#93-31) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. No discussion. Smith moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that the request for the installation of multi-way stop signs at the intersection of Irvington Avenue and Wildwood Avenue or Irvington Avenue and Southgate Avenue be denied. 6 Yeas, 1 Nay (Cook) 4 Traffic Board Proceecuings - September 15, 1993 9/21/93 Mr. Cook stated that he believes that this will be another problem like at the situation above. Mr. Fleck stated that he believes people use these intersections as a way to avoid using Pennsylvania Avenue. 6. Traffic Control Request: Hyland Street & Verlinden Avenue (#93-32) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. No discussion. Cook moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that yield signs be installed on Hyland Street at Verlinden Avenue because of the low safe approach speed. 7. Foster Avenue Area Traffic Study (#93-33) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Mr. Cook stated that in the past we have done everything to encourage traffic to use this route. Clemens was intended to be a through street. Now all of the residents are crying because of the mess they helped to make. Mr. Person stated that it was a shame that something was not done earlier about signing this area. Ms. London stated that Aurelius and Clemens are similar to Lake Lansing and Douglas. Discussion continued. Cook moved, Person seconded, CARRIED, to recommend the installation of alternating two-way stop signs within the neighborhood bounded by Saginaw Street on the north, Kipling Boulevard on the east, Michigan Avenue on the south, and Clemens Avenue on the west for an undefined trial period. S. Parking Regulation Change: Lincoln Avenue (#93-34) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Ms. London stated that she had received a call from a neighborhood representative regarding this issue. The residents support the Transportation Division's recommendation, but were unable to attend tonight's meeting. Discussion followed. Riddle moved, Linhart seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that the parking be permanently prohibited on the north side of Lincoln Avenue from South Cedar Street to Forest Avenue, 5 Traffic Board Proceedings - September 15, 1993 9/21/93 and corner clearance signs be posted on the south side of Lincoln Avenue at Maplewood Avenue and South Cedar Street, and parking be prohibited between two driveways spaced less than 18 feet apart. ACTION ITEMS None. TABLED ITEMS 1 . Traffic Control Request: Fernwood Street & Foster Avenue / Foster Avenue & Vine Street (#k93-02) Person moved, Cook seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that this tabled item be changed to an action item, opened for discussion at tonight's meeting. Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division, and asked that the Board concur with the report in favor of the Foster Avenue study. Person moved, Linhard, seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that the request for the installation of multi-way stop signs at the intersections of'Fernwood Street and Foster Avenue, and Foster Avenue and Vine Street be denied. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 1. TSA Newsletter, Vol. 28, No. 3, July-August 1993. 2. Board & Administrator Newsletter, September 1993. 3. Attendance Rosters OLD BUSINESS 1. Mr. Fleck asked about the schedule for the left turn signal installation on Mt. Hope at Cedar. Ms. London stated that it was under design now and would be part of the next district wide signal contract installation, which would probably take place next year. Mr. Fleck questioned why the installation was taking so long. Ms. London stated she wasn't sure, but it may have something to do with the location of the controller box and the interconnect cable. Mr. Fleck stated that he wants a firm answer on this 6 Traffic Board Proceeuings - September 15, 1993 9/21/93 situation by the next meeting. This intersection is a major problem that has been unresolved for four years now. NEW BUSINESS 1 . Mr. Person stated that he wanted to thank Ms. London for a job well done, and that he wished her much success and happiness. Everyone agreed and wished Beth well. ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF THE RULES None. PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS None. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:04 p.m. Respectfully submitted, )61AJ . David A. Berridge Secretary 7 Lq�S'y � , 'r, _�► CITY of LANSING h INTEROFFICE COMMUNICATION November 12, 1993 Marilynn Slade City Clerk City Hall Lansing, Michigan Re: Traffic Board Minutes Dear Ms. Slade: Enclosed are the approved Traffic Board minutes from the meeting held on September 15, 1993. Please place these minutes on file. Respectfully submitted, LANSING TRAFFIC BOARD (11-)4jfL S-0 Carla Eno Secretary enclosure cc: Alvan P. Knot, w/ enclosure c:\wp\data\tb\mintrans.1tr 11 -12-�3A,Q9 � 6 RCVD � s CITY of LANSING _ r * INTEROFFICE COMMUNICATION ■++" 1 TO: Alvan P. Knot, City Attorney DATE: FROM: Marilynn Slade, City Clerk SUBJECT: 1993 Traffic Board Minutes Attached are the Traffic Board minutes for 1993 to date. TCO-93- 017 (Bogart) is addressed in the minutes for June 9, 1993 . TCO-93- 039 (Hy-land) , TCO-93-041 (Lincoln) , and TCO-93-042 (Sunset) do not appear in the minutes provided to you. You will note that the minutes for September 15, 1993 have not been approved by the Board as yet. MS:dlg CITY OF LANSING PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION "- '-"MFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE rJG j�MIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 15, 1993 i CALL TO ORDER O The meeting was called to order by Chairman Fleck at 7:15 p.m. ROLL CALL 1 Board Members Present: Cook, Fleck, Linhart, Person, Riddle and Smith Board Members Absent: Arambula Excused Absences Person moved, Linhart seconded, CARRIED, to excuse Mr. Arambula from tonight's Traffic Board meeting. Visitors Karen Flores, George Hanosh, Doreen Newson, Marguerite Clayton, Heidi Doherty, Mike Marhanka, and Ellen Beal. Items for Suspension of Rules Ms. London recommended that all items under Reports from the Secretary be considered as Action Items. Cook moved, Person seconded, CARRIED, to consider all items under the Reports from the Secretary as Action Items. 1 Traffic Board Proceeu�ngs - September 15, 1993 9/21/93 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Linhart moved, Cook seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held August 11, 1993. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS #93-33 Ms. Ellen Beal, 227 Custer Street, spoke. Ms. Beal stated that she was here tonight as the representative for the 1st Ward. She further stated that she had reviewed the configurations in the Transportation Division's recommendation, and that she and the Eastside Neighborhood Organization are in concurrence with the recommendation. This configuration would be a wonderful improvement, and she encouraged the Board for a favorable vote. Mr. Fleck asked for the record if Ms. Beal was in favor of multi-way stops or the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Ms. Beal stated that she was in favor of the Transportation Division's recommendation. #93-33 Mr. Mike Marhanka, 205 South Francis Avenue, Lansing, spoke. Mr. Marhanka stated that the Transportation Division's recommendation has given him hope. This recommendation will help maintain the residential sense of the neighborhood. #93-33 Ms. Heidi Doherty, 228 North Foster Avenue, Lansing, spoke. Ms. Doherty stated that something needs to be done to help the neighborhood, and that she wanted to give sincere thanks to Beth London for her prompt response to this problem, and for her vast knowledge. #93-30 Ms. Marguerite Clayton, 617 Vernon Avenue, Lansing, spoke. Ms. Clayton stated that the stop signs have been in place for the past three months, and she wants to keep them because they have helped tremendously. Backing out and pulling in to your driveway is easier because now people have to slow down. She then thanked Ms. London and wished her good luck in her new job. 2 Traffic Board Proceecxings - September 15, 1993 9/21/93 #93-30 Ms. Karen Flores, 650 Vernon Avenue, Lansing, spoke. Ms. Flores stated that the stop signs have been an improvement. She feels safer, especially since hers is the first drive from the stop sign. She appreciates being able to pull out of her driveway. Ms. Smith arrived at 7:25 p.m. #93-30 Mr. George Hanosh, 645 Vernon Avenue, Lansing, spoke. Mr. Hanosh read a letter from the Neighborhood Watch of Vernon Avenue. The letter asks that the stop signs that were installed at the Vernon Avenue and Southgate Avenue intersection be approved for permanent installation. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS None. REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY 1. Traffic Control Request: Maryland Avenue & Sheldon Avenue (#93-27) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. No discussion. Person moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that the request for the installation of multi-way stop signs at the intersection of Maryland Avenue and Sheldon Avenue be denied, and to recommend that yield signs be installed on Sheldon Avenue at the intersection of Maryland Avenue because of two potentially correctable accidents which have occurred in the last five years. 2. Traffic Control Request: Newark Avenue & Piper Avenue (#93-28) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. No discussion. Cook moved, Linhart seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that the request for the installation of multi-way stop signs at the intersection of Newark Avenue and Piper Avenue be denied, and to recommend that the existing yield signs on Piper Avenue at Newark Avenue be upgraded to stop signs because of the one potentially correctable accident which occurred since the installation of yield signs. 3 Traffic Board Proceeuings - September 15, 1993 9/21/93 3. Traffic Control Request: Lowcroft Avenue & Rouse Street (#93-29) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. No discussion. Cook moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that the request for the installation of multi-way stops at the intersection of Lowcroft Avenue and Rouse Street be denied. 4. Vernon Avenue Traffic Study (#93-30) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Mr. Cook stated that every time we get one of these neighborhoods, we push traffic all over. People who live on public streets need to realize that everyone has a right to use these streets. Mr. Cook also stated that in the future we should look at the whole neighborhood instead of piece mealing our recommendations. Ms. London stated that she agrees with Mr. Cook. The original intention was to do alternating stops in the neighborhood but existing multi-way stops make this a poor neighborhood for alternating stops. This item was delayed for a year to conduct a before study. Irvington Avenue is on the agenda tonight too. This is two blocks south of Vernon. We hesitated with our Irvington recommendation because we wondered if Irvington traffic would increase. Volumes on Irvington are low now. Person moved, Cook seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that stop signs be installed on Vernon Avenue at Southgate Avenue and that yield signs on Southgate Avenue at Vernon Avenue be removed. 5. Traffic Control Request: Irvington Avenue & Wildwood Avenue, and Irvington Avenue & Southgate Avenue (#93-31) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. No discussion. Smith moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that the request for the installation of multi-way stop signs at the intersection of Irvington Avenue and Wildwood Avenue or Irvington Avenue and Southgate Avenue be denied. 6 Yeas, 1 Nay (Cook) 4 Traffic Board Proceeuings - September 15, 1993 9/21/93 Mr. Cook stated that he believes that this will be another problem like at the situation above. Mr. Fleck stated that he believes people use these intersections as a way to avoid using Pennsylvania Avenue. 6. Traffic Control Request: Hyland Street & Verlinden Avenue (#93-32) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. No discussion. Cook moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that yield signs be installed on Hyland Street at Verlinden Avenue because of the low safe approach speed. 7. Foster Avenue Area Traffic Study (#93-33) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Mr. Cook stated that in the past we have done everything to encourage traffic to use this route. Clemens was intended to be a through street. Now all of the residents are crying because of the mess they helped to make. Mr. Person stated that it was a shame that something was not done earlier about signing this area. Ms. London stated that Aurelius and Clemens are similar to Lake Lansing and Douglas. Discussion continued. Cook moved, Person seconded, CARRIED, to recommend the installation of alternating two-way stop signs within the neighborhood bounded by Saginaw Street on the north, Kipling Boulevard on the east, Michigan Avenue on the south, and Clemens Avenue on the west for an undefined trial period. 8. Parking Regulation Change: Lincoln Avenue (#93-34) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Ms. London stated that she had received a call from a neighborhood representative regarding this issue. The residents support the Transportation Division's recommendation, but were unable to attend tonight's meeting. Discussion followed. Riddle moved, Linhart seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that the parking be permanently prohibited on the north side of Lincoln Avenue from South Cedar Street to Forest Avenue, 5 Traffic Board Proceeuings - September 15, 1993 9/21/93 and corner clearance signs be posted on the south side of Lincoln Avenue at Maplewood Avenue and South Cedar Street, and parking be prohibited between two driveways spaced less than 18 feet apart. ACTION ITEMS None. TABLED ITEMS 1. Traffic Control Request: Fernwood Street & Foster Avenue / Foster Avenue & Vine Street (#93-02) Person moved, Cook seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that this tabled item be changed to an action item, opened for discussion at tonight's meeting. Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division, and asked that the Board concur with the report in favor of the Foster Avenue study. Person moved, Linhard, seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that the request for the installation of multi-way stop signs at the intersections of Fernwood Street and Foster Avenue, and Foster Avenue and Vine Street be denied. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 1. TSA Newsletter, Vol. 28, No. 3, July-August 1993. 2. Board & Administrator Newsletter, September 1993. 3. Attendance Rosters OLD BUSINESS 1. Mr. Fleck asked about the schedule for the left turn signal installation on Mt. Hope at Cedar. Ms. London stated that it was under design now and would be part of the next district wide signal contract installation, which would probably take place next year. Mr. Fleck questioned why the installation was taking so long. Ms. London stated she wasn't sure, but it may have something to do with the location of the controller box and the interconnect cable. Mr. Fleck stated that he wants a firm answer on this 6 Traffic Board Proceeuings - September 15, 1993 9/21/93 situation by the next meeting. This intersection is a major problem that has been unresolved for four years now. NEW BUSINESS 1. Mr. Person stated that he wanted to thank Ms. London for a job well done, and that he wished her much success and happiness. Everyone agreed and wished Beth well. ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF THE RULES None. PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS None. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:04 p.m. Respectfully submitted, David A. Berridge Secretary 7 Public Service Department TRANSPORTATION DIVISION 219 N.Grand Ave. * z * Lansing, MI 48933-1317 (517)483-4240 Fax (517)483-4395 NOTICE OF A SPECII-1IL, MEETING CITY OF LENSING Z'I2.AFFIC BO.AI�.I7 Location: City Council Conference Room 10th floor, City Hall Date: September 15, 1993 Time: 7:00 p.m. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a special meeting of the City of Lansing Traffic Hoard is scheduled for Wednesday, September 15, 1993, at 7:00 p.m. FOR SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS, PLEASE GIVE 24 HOUR NOTICE PRIOR TO THE MEETING BY CALLING CARLA ENO AT 483-4243 OR 483-4088 TDD. "Equal Opportunity Employer" CITY OF LANSING PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE TRARFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING MEETING OF AUGUST 11, 1993 CALL TO OItlg1Mt.G VI C 1 � The meeting was called to order by Chairman Fleck at 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Cook, Fleck, Linhart, Person,-Riddle and Smith Board Members Absent: Arambula Excused Absences Cook moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to excuse Mr. Arambula from tonight's Traffic Board meeting. Visitors Robert Baley, Rose Baley, Charles Bauer, Debbie Weidner, Heidi Doherty, Mike Marhanka, Eleanor Dillon, Joan Sheldon, Reg Riddle, Mark Hiagshutter, Richard Lott, and Javene McGinn Items for Suspension of Rules Ms. London recommended that all items under Reports from the Secretary be considered as Action Items. Linhart moved, Person seconded, CARRIED, to consider all items under the Reports from the Secretary as Action Items. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Person moved, Linhart seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held June 9, 1993. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS #93-02 Ms. Heidi Doherty, 228 N. Foster, Lansing, spoke. Ms. Doherty stated that the problem on North Foster is that there is a speeding problem. People have no regard for the 25 MPH speed limit. She took a petition around the neighborhood and received 52 signatures out of approximately 60 houses on N. Foster. She would like stop signs at Fernwood and Vine to help lower speeds. 1 Traffic Board Proceedi. ,s - August 11, 1993 8/24/93 #93-02 Mr. Mike Marhanka, 205 S. Francis, Lansing, spoke. Mr. Marhanka stated the actual speed on N. Foster is considerably faster than 25 MPH. The figures that he has are not from the most current speed study, but our from a prior speed study which shows that 83 0 of the vehicles are going faster than 25 MPH. The neighborhood needs tranquility. Stop signs at Vine and Fernwood would slow traffic down. #93-22 Ms. Debbie Weidner, 3634 Ronald, Lansing, spoke. Ms. Weidner stated that the map she received with her copy of the Report from Secretary was wrong. The yield is on Anson yielding to Ronald. She witnessed the accident that occurred in the neighborhood, and the women involved in the accident did not slide through the intersection, she did not yield. From 6:00-9:00 p.m. is when people disregard the yield sign the most. There are kids in the neighborhood. Quite a few of the other streets in the neighborhood have three and four way stops. The City needs to take a long look at the whole subdivision. Ms. Weidner gave the Transportation Division staff a copy of her map so that the records could be corrected. #93-16 Mr. Robert Baley, 325 E. Cavanaugh, Lansing, spoke. Mr. Bailey stated that if the City takes parking away on Cavanaugh, cars will go even faster. Most accidents happen at the corner of Cavanaugh and Cedar. He asked that parking not be taken away. #93-20 Mr. Mark Hiagshutter, representing the Old Forest Neighborhood Association, 923 N. Walnut, Lansing, spoke. Mr. Hiagshutter stated that he would just like to once again protest, because a traffic diversion would just move the traffic, problems from that intersection into other parts of the neighborhood. Both the neighborhood association and he want to have traffic signals installed. #93-20 Mr. Richard Lott, 1107 N. Capitol, Lansing, spoke. Mr. Lott stated that everyone has been reading about the crime in North Lansing, but. crime is not necessarily the most important matter, because there are ways to deal with that. This Board tonight has a way to deal with traffic. Traffic lights solve problems, but a street diversion keeps people out of their own neighborhood. These streets are public streets, a three block neighborhood does not have the right to close off roads to everyone else. #93-20 Ms. Eleanor Dillon, President of the DNA, 328 N. Walnut, Lansing, spoke. Ms. Dillon stated that the block between Seymour and Oakland, Seymour and Saginaw is emerging from a very fragile state. The DNA has two Board members who live on this block. The street was not designed to be a high traffic artery. If lights are installed, this will be an irrevocable decision. If we do a study, MDOT will pay for it. Then, if this does not work, traffic signals can be installed. Everything I have hears from Traffic Engineers indicates that most people would rather cross where there is a traffic signal, there by increasing traffic. So lets see if a diversion works before we do something the State will be unwilling to tear down. #93-20 Mr. Charles Bauer, 721 Seymour, Lansing, spoke. Mr. Bauer stated that we have the opportunity here tonight to doing something innovative and sensitive to neighborhood problems. 2 Traffic Board Proceedii - August 11, 1993 8/24/93 As a person who has carefully observed traffic flow on Seymour for a number of years, I can tell you alot of the traffic on Seymour is heading towards East Lansing, ,not the downtown area. A light will turn Seymour street into another Saginaw Street. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS Mr. Berridge requested that the following items be received and placed on file. Riddle moved, Linhart seconded, CARRIED, to place the following items on file. 1. Downtown Neighborhood Association letters regarding Seymour Street. 2. Letter from Paul Scott regarding Seymour Street, dated 6/22/93. 3. Old Forest Neighborhood Association letter regarding Seymour Street, dated 7/14/93. 4. Letters from residents regarding Seymour Street through movement restrictions. 5. 1990 census information presented by Mr. Kruzel. REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY 1 . Traffic Control Request: Fernwood Street & Foster Avenue / Foster Avenue & Vine Street (#k93-02) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. She then stated that the Transportation Division had been hoping to have a supplemental report regarding this issue, but has been unable to meet with the East Side Neighborhood Organization. She asked the Board to allow this supplemental report to be prepared and presented at the next Traffic Board meeting. Riddle moved, Person seconded, CARRIED, to table this item until the next Traffic Board meeting. 5 Yeas, 0 Nays 2. Seymour Street Through Movement Restriction: Saginaw Street & Seymour Street, and Oakland Avenue & Seymour Street (#93-20) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Ms. London stated that she would like the record to stand on the Transportation Division's point of view on this issue. However, she would be happy to field any questions by the Board, if there were any. Mr. Cook stated that after hearing some of the public comments tonight, he just wanted to emphasize that the Traffic Board is an advisory board. The decisions made by this Board are presented to the Mayor; who in turn submits the recommendation to the City Council. 3 Traffic Board Proceed. ;s - August 11, 1993 8/24/93 Mr. Cook then stated that if this Board could make the final decision, his decision would be that traffic signals be installed at this intersection due to the concerns of the neighborhood to the north, and that Seymour is an emergency vehicle route, persuaded him that traffic signals should be installed. Cook moved, Person seconded, CARRIED, to reject the Transportation Division's recommendation to implement the MDOT solution and conduct a study at the intersection, and recommend installation of traffic signals at Seymour at Oakland, and Seymour at Saginaw. Mr. Person asked if the lights would be in operation 24 hours per day. Mr. Berridge stated "yes". A safety benefit is achieved by having the lights remain in operation 24 hours per day. Mr. Riddle asked how the Board's decision would affect MDOT's time table for the 1993 construction period. Ms. London stated that MDOT has already given up on the signal installation during this fiscal year's period because of the city's deliberation process. Discussion followed. Mr. Berridge stated that the City of Lansing has to support a plan to provide positive safety benefits and advise MDOT as to what we would like done. 5 Yeas, 0 Nays 3. Traffic Control Request: Aurelius Road & Miller Road (#93-21) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. No discussion. Cook moved, Linhart seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that a traffic signal be installed at the intersection of Aurelius Road and Miller Road. 5 Yeas, 0 Nays 4. Traffic Control Request: Anson Street & Ronald Street (#93-22) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Ms. London stated that the Report from the Secretary for this item was indeed incorrect. There was one accident in this area; however, it was not a right angle accident. Plus, the map did not reflect the correct location of the yield signs on Anson, but this would be fixed. The Transportation Division's recommendation still stands even with these discrepancies in the report. Cook moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to deny the request to upgrade the yield signs on Ronald Street at Anson Street to stop signs because of the adequate safe approach speed and minimal accident experience. 5 Yeas, 0 Nays 4 Traffic Board Proceedi. a - August 11, 1993 8/24/93 5. Traffic Control Request: Greenwood Avenue & Roseneath Avenue (#93-23) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Mr. Fleck asked what the sight obstruction was. Ms. London stated that there is an evergreen tree, a bush on the northeast corner, and a house and a bush on the northwest corner. Mr. Cook stated that it doesn't look like there is much traffic at this intersection. Mr. Berridge stated that some cities use a safe approach speed of 25 MPH, we use 15-20 MPH. The study now creates a potential liability if no action is taken. Cook moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that yield signs be installed on Roseneath Avenue at Greenwood Avenue because of the safe approach speed of 13 MPH. 5 Yeas, 0 Nays 6. Traffic Control Request: Durant Street & Highland Street (#93-24) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. No discussion. Person moved, Linhart seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that yield signs be installed on Durant Street at Highland Street because of the low safe approach speed. 5 Yeas, 0 Nays 7. Parking•Regulation Change: Jerome Street (#93-25) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Mr. Cook stated that Sparrow should not have put their emergency entrance where they did. Sparrow was not fair to burden the school with this. Therefore, Sparrow was not without fault on this problem. Mr. Berridge stated that he had received comments from Dr. Rodriguez of Pattengill Middle School, stating that he was unable to attend or send an alternate to tonight meeting. However, he wanted the Board to know that he supports the Transportation Division's recommendation. The school has always needed more pick-up and drop-off area, and that the large problem they have is with the hospital employees parking on-street. Mr. Berridge further stated that both the school and the hospital support the Transportation Division's recommendation, and that the City should have done this before. Ms. Smith arrived at 7:43 p.m. Mr. Cook asked how this recommendation would increase the school's pick-up and drop-off area. Ms. London stated that currently there is a lot of double parking, etc. , and that Pattengill Middle School does not want parents parking on the south side of the street because it is not safe for the students to cross. 5 Traffic Board Proceedi s - August 11, 1993 8/24/93 Person moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that the existing parking regulations on Jerome Street between Pennsylvania Avenue and Holmes Street be changed to the following regulations. 1 . The south side of Jerome Street between Pennsylvania Avenue and Holmes Street be posted No Stopping, Standing or Parking. 2. The north side of Jerome Street from Pennsylvania Avenue to 407 feet east of Pennsylvania Avenue be posted No Stopping, Standing or Parking. 3. The north side of Jerome Street from 407 feet east of Pennsylvania Avenue to Holmes Street be posted No Parking. Pattengill parents can stop and stand in the no parking zone to pickup and drop off their children per City ordinance. 6 Yeas, 0 Nays 8. Parking Regulation Change: Sunset Avenue (#93-26) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division, and asked that the temporary TCO regarding this issue be made permanent. Linhart moved, Person seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that the parking be permanently prohibited on the east side of Sunset Avenue from 410 feet south of Kaplan Street to 680 feet south of Kaplan Street. 6 Yeas, 0 Nays ACTION ITEMS None. TABLED ITEMS 1. Parking Regulation Request: Cavanaugh Road (#93-16) Person moved, Linhart seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that this tabled item be changed to an action item, and be opened for discussion at tonight's meeting. Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Mr. Cook stated that the people who live on Cavanaugh want parking. He then suggested that the pavement marking be re-striped to reflect the former marking scheme, and that a test period be established before a final decision be made. Mr. Berridge stated that the markings currently on Cavanaugh are correct, and that the problem is that we need to decide what we are going to do with traffic volumes on a narrow street. The Transportation Division surveyed the neighborhood and 55 0 of the residents supported no parking on the north side of the street, 10 o supported prohibiting no parking during school hours. Mr. Cook stated that Cavanaugh Road is a good example of why we are here. The road should be put back to the way it used to be in order to make it smooth flowing. 6 Traffic Board Proceedh - August 11, 1993 8/24/93 Mr. Cook moved to reject the Transportation Division's recommendation and to restore Cavanaugh to the condition that it was in prior to reconstruction. Ms. Linhart supported Mr. Cook's motion. Mr. Berridge stated that he was not sure what would be solved by changing the pavement markings back on Cavanaugh Road. Discussion followed. Mr. Fleck stated that he thinks parking should be restricted. Mr. Cook stated that the south lane used to be tight against the south curb, at Cedar and Cavanaugh left turning and eastbound/through traffic shared one lane so right turning traffic could have its own lane. After the reconstruction, the lane line was put in the center of the road, and a left only lane was put in so now eastbound/through traffic and right turning traffic have to share a lane, which causes traffic back ups. 3 Yeas, 3 Nays (Riddle, Smith & Fleck) Mr. Riddle stated that he though the Transportation Division's recommendation was a viable solution at the present time. Riddle moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to recommend changing the current unrestricted parking on the north side of Cavanaugh Road from Cedar Street to Stabler Street to no parking at all times- based on the width of Cavanaugh Road, the accidents that have occurred due to parked vehicles, and the fact that the majority of the residents support this recommendation. 5 Yeas, 1 Nay (Cook) INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 1. Traffic Tips, Volume 3, Issue 2, July 1993. 2. Cavanaugh Road letter/survey. 3. Board and Administrator, July 1993. 4. Board and Administrator, August 1993. 5. Unofficial proceedings of the July 21, 1993 meeting. OLD BUSINESS 1 . Mr. Fleck asked about the left turn on Mt. Hope at Cedar. When will MDOT do something about this? Mr. Berridge stated that he will speak to MDOT, and then let Mr. Fleck know. NEW BUSINESS None. 7 Traffic Board Proceedi - August 11, 1993 8/24/93 ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF THE RULES None. PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS 1 . Mr. Richard Lott stated that he appreciates the actions of this committee. In all of the meetings this board has held, the board has proved to not be a rubber stamp committee. The board thinks for itself, and this makes for a better city. - 2. Mr. Berridge stated that a September meeting needs to be held. All Board members present were asked if September 8, 1993, would be a good date. Mr. Person stated that he has a conflict on that night. Mr. Arambula will be contacted, and everyone notified by phone. 3. Mr. Berridge asked for everyone to thank Peter Niewiadomski, City of Lansing Traffic Technician, for all of his help, since he will be leaving the city in order to travel. ADJOURNMENT `.there being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:06 p.m. Respectfully submitted, David A. Berridge Secretary 8 CITY OF LANSING PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING MEETING OF AUGUSTAI,. 1993 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chairman Fleck at 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Cook, Fleck, Linhart, Person, Riddle and Smith Board Members Absent: Arambula Excused Absences ' Cook moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to excuse Mr. Arambula from tonight's Traffic Board meeting. Visitors Robert Baley, Rose Baley, Charles Bauer, Debbie Weidner, Heidi Doherty, Mike Marhanka, Eleanor Dillon, Joan Sheldon, Reg Riddle, Mark Hiagshutter, Richard Lott, and Javene McGinn Items for Suspension of Rules Ms. London recommended that all items under Reports from the Secretary be considered as Action Items. Linhart moved, Person seconded, CARRIED, to consider all items under the Reports from the Secretary as Action Items. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Person moved, Linhart seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held June 9, 1993. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS #93-02 Ms. Heidi Doherty, 228 N. Foster, Lansing, spoke. Ms. Doherty stated that the problem on North Foster is that there is a speeding problem. People have no regard for the 25 MPH speed limit. She took a petition around the neighborhood and received 52 signatures out of approximately 60 houses on N. Foster. She would like stop signs at Fernwood and Vine to help lower speeds. 1 Traffic Board Proceed. s - August 11, 1993 8/24/93 #93-02 Mr. Mike Marlanka, 205 S. Francis, Lansing, spoke. Mr. Marhanka stated the actual speed on N. Foster is considerably faster than 25 MPH. The figures that he has are not from the most current speed study, but our from a prior speed study which shows that 83 o of the vehicles are going faster than 25 MPH. The neighborhood needs tranquility. Stop signs at Vine and Fernwood would slow traffic down. #93-22 Ms. Debbie Weidner, 3634 Ronald, Lansing, spoke. Ms. Weidner stated that the map she received with her copy of the Report from Secretary was wrong. The yield is on Anson yielding to Ronald. She witnessed the accident that occurred in the neighborhood, and the women involved in the accident did not slide through the intersection, she did not yield. From 6:00-9:00 p.m. is when people disregard the yield sign the most. There are kids in the neighborhood. Quite a few of the other streets in the neighborhood have three and four way stops. The City needs to take a long look at the whole subdivision. Ms. Weidner gave the Transportation Division staff a copy of her map so that the records could be col-rected. #93-16 Mr. Robert Baley, 325 E. Cavanaugh, Lansing, spoke. Mr. Bailey stated that if the City takes parking away on Cavanaugh, cars will go even faster. Most accidents happen at the corner of Cavanaugh and Cedar. He asked that parking not be taken away. #93-20 Mr. Mark Hiagshutter, representing the Old Forest Neighborhood Association, 923 N. Walnut, Lansing, spoke. Mr. Hiagshutter stated that he would just like to once again protest, because a traffic diversion would just move the traffic problems from that intersection into other parts of the neighborhood. Both the neighborhood association and he want to have traffic signals installed. #93-20 Mr. Richard Lott, 1107 N. Capitol, Lansing, spoke. Mr. Lott stated that everyone has been reading about the crime in North Lansing, but crime is not necessarily the most important matter, because there are ways to deal with that. This Board tonight has a way to deal with traffic. Traffic lights solve problems, but a street diversion keeps people out of their own neighborhood. These streets are public streets, a three block neighborhood does not have the right to close off roads to everyone else. #93-20 Ms. Eleanor Dillon, President of the DNA, 328 N. Walnut, Lansing, spoke. Ms. Dillon stated that the block between Seymour and Oakland, Seymour and Saginaw is emerging from a very fragile state. The DNA has two Board members who live on this block. The street was not designed to be a high traffic artery. If lights are installed, this will be an irrevocable decision. If we do a study, MDOT will pay for it. Then, if this does not work, traffic signals can be installed. Everything I have hears from Traffic Engineers indicates that most people would rather cross where there is a traffic signal, there by increasing traffic. So lets see if a diversion works before we do something the State will be unwilling to tear down. #93-20 Mr. Charles Bauer, 721 Seymour, Lansing, spoke. Mr. Bauer stated that we have the opportunity here tonight to doing something innovative and sensitive to neighborhood problems. 2 Traffic Board Procee(, os - August 11, 1993 8/24/93 As a person who has carefully observed traffic flow on Seymour for a number of years, I can tell you alot of the traffic on Seymour is heading towards East Lansing, not the downtown area. A light will turn Seymour street into another Saginaw Street. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS Mr. Berridge requested that the following items be received and placed on file. Riddle moved, Linhart seconded, CARRIED, to place the following items on file. 1 . Downtown Neighborhood Association letters regarding Seymour Street. 2. Letter. from Paul Scott regarding Seymour Street, dated 6/22/93. 3. Old Forest Neighborhood Association letter regarding Seymour Street, dated 7/14/93. 4. Letters from residents regarding Seymour Street through movement restrictions. 5. 1990 census information presented by Mr. Kruzel. REPORTS FROM TIIE SECRETARY 1 . Traffic Control Request: Fernwood Street & Foster Avenue / Foster Avenue & Vine Street (#93-02) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. She then stated that the Transportation Division had been hoping to have a supplemental report regarding this issue, but has been unable to meet with the East Side Neighborhood Organization. She asked the Board to allow this supplemental report to be prepared and presented at the next Traffic Board meeting. Riddle moved, Person seconded, CARRIED, to table this item until the next Traffic Board meeting. 5 Yeas, 0 Nays 2. Seymour Street Through Movement Restriction: Saginaw Street & Seymour Street, and Oakland Avenue & Seymour Street (#93-20) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Ms. London stated that she would like the record to stand on the Transportation Division's point of view on this issue. However, she would be happy to field any questions by the Board, if there were any. Mr. Cook stated that after hearing some of the public comments tonight, he just wanted to emphasize that the Traffic Board is an advisory board. The decisions made by this Board are presented to the Mayor; who in turn submits the recommendation to the City Council. 3 Traffic Board Proceed ;s - August 11, 1993 8/24/93 Mr. Cook then stated that if this Board could make the final decision, his decision would be that traffic signals be installed at this intersection due to the concerns of the neighborhood to the north, and that Seymour is an emergency vehicle route, persuaded him that traffic signals should be installed. Cook moved, Person seconded, CARRIED, to reject the Transportation Division's recommendation to implement the MDOT solution and conduct a study at the intersection, and recommend installation of traffic signals at Seymour at Oakland, and Seymour at Saginaw. Mr. Person asked if the lights would be in operation 24 hours per day. Mr. Berridge stated "yes" . A safety benefit is achieved by having the lights remain in operation 24 hours per day. Mr. Riddle asked how the Board's decision would affect MDOT's time table for the 1993 construction period. Ms. London stated that MDOT has already given up on the signal installation during this fiscal year's period because of the city's deliberation process. Discussion followed. Mr. Berridge stated that the City of Lansing has to support a plan to provide positive safety benefits and advise MDOT as to what we would like done. 5 Yeas, 0 Nays 3. Traffic Control Request: Aurelius Road & Miller Road (#93-21) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. No discussion. Cook moved, Linhart seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that a traffic signal be installed at the intersection of Aurelius Road and Miller Road. 5 Yeas, 0 Nays 4. Traffic Control Request: Anson Street & Ronald Street (#93-22) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Ms. London stated that the Report from the Secretary for this item was indeed incorrect. There was one accident in this area; however, it was not a right angle accident. Plus, the map did not reflect the correct location of the yield signs on Anson, but this would be fixed. The Transportation Division's recommendation still stands even with these discrepancies in the report. Cook moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to deny the request to upgrade the yield signs on Ronald Street at Anson Street to stop signs because of the adequate safe approach speed and minimal accident experience. 5 Yeas, 0 Nays 4 Traffic Board Proceedi: - August 11, 1993 8/24/93 5. Traffic Control Request: Greenwood Avenue & Roseneath Avenue (#93-23) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Mr. Fleck asked what the sight obstruction was. Ms. London stated that there is an evergreen tree, a bush on the northeast corner, and a house and a bush on the northwest corner. Mr. Cook stated that it doesn't look like there is much traffic at this intersection. Mr. Berridge stated that some cities use a safe approach speed of 25 MPH, we use 15-20 MPH. The study now creates a potential liability if no action is taken. Cook moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that yield signs be installed on Roseneath Avenue at Greenwood Avenue because of the safe approach speed of 13 MPH. 5 Yeas, 0 Nays 6. Traffic Control Request: Durant Street & Highland Street (#93-24) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. No discussion. Person moved, Linhart seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that yield signs be installed on Durant Street at Highland Street because of the low safe approach speed. 5 Yeas, 0 Nays 7. Parking Regulation Change: Jerome Street (#93-25) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Mr. Cook stated that Sparrow should not have put their emergency entrance where they did. Sparrow was not fair to burden the school with this. Therefore, Sparrow was not without fault on this problem. Mr. Berridge stated that he had received comments from Dr. Rodriguez of Pattengill Middle School, stating that he was unable to attend or send an alternate to tonight meeting. However, he wanted the Board to know that he supports the Transportation Division's recommendation. The school has always needed more pick-up and drop-off area, and that the large problem they have is with the hospital employees parking on-street. Mr. Berridge further stated that both the school and the hospital support the Transportation Division's recommendation, and that the City should have done this before. Ms. Smith arrived at 7:43 p.m. Mr. Cook asked how this recommendation would increase the school's pick-up and drop-off area. Ms. London stated that currently there is a lot of double parking, etc. , and that Pattengill Middle School does not want parents parking on the south side of the street because it is not safe for the students to cross. 5 Traffic Board Proceedi s - August 11 , 1993 8/24/93 Person moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that the existing parking regulations on Jerome Street between Pennsylvania Avenue and Holmes Street be changed to the following regulations. 1 . The south side of Jerome Street between Pennsylvania Avenue and Holmes Street be posted No Stopping, Standing or Parking. 2. The north side of Jerome Street from Pennsylvania Avenue to 407 feet east of Pennsylvania Avenue be posted No Stopping, Standing or Parking. 3. The north side of Jerome Street from 407 feet east of Pennsylvania Avenue to Holmes Street be posted No Parking. Pattengill parents can stop and stand in the no parking zone to pick,up and drop off their children per City ordinance. 6 Yeas, 0 Nays 8. Parking Regulation Change: Sunset Avenue (#93-26) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division, and asked that the temporary TCO regarding this issue be made permanent. Linhart moved, Person seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that the parking be permanently prohibited on the east side of Sunset Avenue from 410 feet south of Kaplan Street to 680 feet south of Kaplan Street. 6 Yeas, 0 Nays ACTION ITEMS None. TABLED ITEMS 1 . Parking Regulation Request: Cavanaugh Road (#93-16) Person moved, Linhart seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that this tabled item be changed to an action item, and be opened for discussion at tonight's meeting. Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Mr. Cook stated that the people who live on Cavanaugh want parking. He then suggested that the pavement marking be re-striped to reflect the former marking scheme, and that a test period be established before a final decision be made. Mr. Berridge stated that the markings currently on Cavanaugh are correct, and that the problem is that we need to decide what we are going to do with traffic volumes on a narrow street. The Transportation Division surveyed the neighborhood and 55% of the residents supported no parking on the north side of the street, 10% supported prohibiting no parking during school hours. Mr. Cook stated that Cavanaugh Road is a good example of why we are here. The road should be put back to the way it used to be in order to make it smooth flowing. 6 Traffic Board Proceed ;s - August 11, 1993 8/24/93 Mr. Cook moved to reject the Transportation Division's recommendation and to restore Cavanaugh to the condition that it was in prior to reconstruction. Ms. Linhart supported Mr. Cook's motion. Mr. Berridge stated that lie was not sure what would be solved by changing the pavement markings back on Cavanaugh Road. Discussion followed. Mr. Fleck stated that he thinks parking should be restricted. Mr. Cook stated that the south lane used to be tight against the south curb, at Cedar and Cavanaugh left turning and eastbound/through traffic shared one lane so right turning traffic could have its own lane. After the reconstruction, the lane line was put in the center of the road, and a left only lane was put in so now eastbound/through traffic and right turning traffic have to share a lane, which causes traffic back ups. 3 Yeas, 3 Nays (Riddle, Smith & Fleck) Mr. Riddle stated that lie though the Transportation Division's recommendation was a viable solution at the present time. Riddle moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to recommend changing the current unrestricted parking on the north side of Cavanaugh Road from Cedar Street to Stabler Street to no parking at all times based on the width of Cavanaugh Road, the accidents that have occurred due to parked vehicles, and the fact that the majority of the residents support this recommendation. 5 Yeas, 1 Nay (Cook) INFORMATIONAL ITEMS I . Traffic Tips, Volume 3, Issue 2, July 1993. 2. Cavanaugh Road letter/survey. 3. Board and Administrator, July 1993. 4. Board and Administrator, August 1993. 5. Unofficial proceedings of the July 21, 1993 meeting. OLD BUSINESS 1 . Mr. Fleck asked about the left turn on Mt. Hope at Cedar. When will MDOT do something about this? Mr. Berridge stated that he will speak to MDOT, and then let Mr. Fleck know. NEW BUSINESS None. 7 Traffic Board Proceed -s - August 11, 1993 8/24/93 ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF THE RULES None. PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS 1. Mr. Richard Lott stated that he appreciates the actions of this committeq. In all of the meetings this board has held, the board has proved to not be a rubber stamp committee. The board thinks for itself, and this makes for a better city. 2. Mr. Berridge stated that a September meeting needs to be held. All Board members present were asked if September 8, 1993, would be a good date. Mr. Person stated that he has a conflict on that night. Mr. Arambula will be contacted, and everyone notified by phone. 3. Mr. Berridge asked for everyone to thank Peter Niewiadomski, City of Lansing Traffic Technician, for all of his help, since he will be leaving the city in order to travel. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:06 p.m. Respectfully submitted, David A. Berridge Secretary 8 CITY OF LANSING - PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT "i TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE `i ; ,.. ;TH.�;FVtC�ARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING MEETING OF JUNE 9, 1993 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chairman Cook at 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Arambula, Cook, Fleck, Linhart, Riddle and Tousley Board Members Absent: Person and Smith Excused Absences Arambula moved, Linhart seconded, CARRIED, to excuse Mr. Person and Ms. Smith from tonight's Traffic Board meeting. Visitors Roger Conrad, Nancy Augenstein, lion Augenstein, Bob Baley, Phyllis Feighner, Isabel Gray, Dixie Sanders, David Sanders, Gordon Larkins, Amy Larkins, Karen Reynolds and Stuart Reynolds. Items for Suspension of Rules Mr. Fleck recommended that item 1 under Reports from the Secretary be deferred at the request of a resident from the respective neighborhood, and that items 2 through 7 under Reports from the Secretary be considered as Action Items. Tousley moved, Linhart seconded, CARRIED, to defer item I under Reports from the Secretary until the August meeting, and to consider items 2 through 7 under Reports from the Secretary as Action Items. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Fleck moved, Linhart seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting lield April 21 , 1993. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS 2. Ms. Dixie Sanders, 2410 Woodview Drive, Lansing, spoke. Ms. Sanders stated that there is a traffic situation on Woodview Drive; cars are speeding. She requested stop signs, but has been told no. She stated that she does not care what the report says, there is a problem. Dwight Rich lets out a 2:30 p.m. which causes a problem. 1 Traffic Board Proceedings - June 9, 1993 6/16/93 The study did not give an accurate traffic count because no one was there at that time. The area is poorly laid out. People cut through since stop signs were put up on Victor Avenue and speed down their street when they cut through. 2. Mr. David Sanders, 2410 Woodview Drive, Lansing, spoke. Mr. Sanders stated that since stop signs were put up on Victor Avenue they have had a problem on Woodview llrive. Cars are going very fast down their street making it unsafe. He would like stop signs put up on Wellesly Drive, Rossiter Place, or both. 7. Mr. Gordon Larkin, 5415 Iiughes Road, Lansing, spoke. Mr. Larkin stated that their situation is similar to that of the Sanders'. Hughes Road is a cut-through street Which ctiuses cars to come through at high rates of speed. lie received a letter stating that there are not enough cars on his street traveling at high enough rates of speed in order to warrant stop signs. He is confused about what 85th percentile means. Mr. Larkin also stated that he saw people slow down when they were crossing the traffic counter hoses, so the speed information is not totally accurate. 4. Mr. Don Augenstein, 401 East Cavanaugh Road, Lansing, spoke. Mr. Augenstein stated that lie is a Homeowner with five children and he does not want the parking on the north side of Cavanaugh Road removed, because children have been hit in this area. He has clocked people, with his own radar gun, coming down Cavanaugh Road at high rates of speed. There are kids in this residential area. Therefore, the city needs to keep parking and the 25 m.p.li. speed limit. Speed needs to be taken into consideration. The residents need parking and more enforcement in the area. 5. Mr. Roger Conrad, 1202 Ravenswood Drive, Lansing, spoke. Mr. Conrad stated that was at the meeting to represent the Christman Company. The Christman Company agrees with the Transportation Division's report. Mr. Conrad also stated that lie believes that the park referred to as Monument Park in the report is called Kalamazoo Plaza Park. 4. Ms. Isabel Gray, 327 East Cavanaugh Road, Lansing, spoke. Ms. Gray stated that she has lived at this address for 23 years. Cars are going too fast. When the street was re-surfaced last year, any needed changes should have been done then. She does not want parking on the north side of the street removed. 4. Mr. Robert Baley, 325 East Cavanaugh Road, Lansing, spoke. Mr. Baley stated that all of Cavanaugh Road should be 25 mpli. There have been a lot of accidents at the corner of Cavanaugh and Cedar. Traffic needs to be slowed down. Therefore, parking needs to be kept oil Cavanaugh Road. i 4. Ms. Karen Reynolds, 557 Robert Street, Lansing, spoke. Ms. Reynolds stated that she agrees that the traffic on Cavanaugh Road is fast, but when roads are slippery it is hard to get past the parked cars and the garbage trucks (if they are there) when she is taking her kids to school. She agrees that speed is excessive, but if the hill was not there it may help. 2 Traffic Board Proceedings - June 9, 1993 6/16/93 COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS 1 1 . TSA Newsletter, Volume 28, No. 2, Mareli-April 1993. REPORTS FROM TILE SECRETARY 2. Traffic Control Request: Woodview Drive (493-05) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Mr. Arambula stated that the Report from the Secretary indicated that the speeds were checked during the highest usage time; he wanted to know if this is correct. Ms. London said yes. Mr. Fleck stated that he lives near Woodview Drive and realizes that spepding can be a problem, but is an individualized problem with one or two cars. Fleck moved, Tousley seconded, CARRIED, to deny the installation of multi-way stop signs on Woodview Drive. 3. 'Traffic Control Request: Aurelius Road & Main Street (#93-15) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. A letter from Ms. Kathleen Lenon regarding this intersection, along with a response letter from Mr. Peter Niewiadomski of the Transportation Division, was passed out to all Board members. Discussion followed on U-turns. Mr. Arambula motioned that signage be added on the "slip" ramp at this intersection to show southbound Aurelius Road should be entered via the ramp. Arambula moved, Linhart seconded, CARRIED, to prohibit U-turns on Aurelius Road at Main' Street and to add signage on the "slip" ramp to show southbound Aurelius Road,should be entered via the ramp. 4. Parking Regulation Change Request: Cavanaugh Road (##93-16) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Mr. Cook explained to the public the purpose of the Traffic Board, then he turned over the Chair to Mr. Fleck because lie wished to speak on this subject. Mr. Cook stated that he traveled this road prior to the upgrade it received last year, and that when Cavanaugh Road was upgraded Engineering screwed up. Mr. Cook further stated that the centerline was mis-painted, and that right turning vehicles used to be able to turn after stopping for red signals. Now, right turning vehicles are in the same lane as through traffic which holds everyone up. Ms. Linhart stated that it is tricky going down Cavanaugh Road with busses because it is hard to turn and it would be even Harder to turn if the street wasn't marked properly. Mr. Berridge stated that there was a pavement marking mistake made by the contractor. The Transportation Division left the marking as is for a while hoping that traffic would wear it off. This did not happen, so the markings have now been ground off. Currently, there are no pavement markings. Mr. Berridge further stated that parked vehicles are causing problems, such as potential and actual accidents, and 3 Traffic Board Proceedings - June 9, 1993 6/16/93 that although we would have preferred to have made the'street wider, it was not possible. Cavanaugh Road was annexed into the city, and the city has tried to make the best of the situation by marking the road the way we did. Now that a study has been done, technically, we have a potential hazard. Mr. Cook asked for clarification on the accident information that was gathered. Mr. Berridge read off the list of accidents that have occurred in these blocks. Mr. Cook was upset that the Board had riot received a copy of the survey sent to the Cavanaugh Road residents. Mr. Cook asked that this item be tabled until a copy of the survey could be received by the Board members because lie cannot support this recommendation. In addition, he further moved that the Transportation Division properly paint this street to its prior condition. Cook moved, Linhart seconded, CARRIED, to table ttiis issue. 5 Yeas I Nay (Tousley) Mr. Cook re-established the Chair. 5. llnrkbig Ilogtiintion Chnnge ItequeAt: Italemazoo Plaza (#93-17) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Mr. Fleck asked where people going to the park will park. Ms. London stated that they can park on River Street. Discussion followed. Fleck moved, Biddle seconded, CARRIED, to permanently prohibit larking on the south side of Kalamazoo Plaza, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. 6. Traffic Control Request: Forest Avenue & Greenlawn Avenue (#93-18) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. No discussion. Tousley moved, Fleck seconded, CARRIED, to deny the installation of multi-way stop signs at the intersection of Forest and Greenlawn Avenues. 7.. 'Traffic Control Request: Hughes Road & Moffitt Street (#93-19) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Mr. Cook asked for an explanation of what the 85th percentile speed range means. Ms. London explained that it means that 15 percent of the vehicles are going at a higlier rate of speed than the 85tli percentile speed, and that 85 percent of the vehicles are going the 85th percentile speed or slower. 4 Traffic Board Proceedings - June 9, 1993 6/16/93 Linhart moved, Fleck seconded, CARRIED, to deny the installation of multi-way stop signs at the intersection of Ilughes Road and Moffitt Street. ACTION ITEMS 1 . Election of Officers: Chairman and Vice Chairman. Mr. Arambula nominated Mr. Cook for Chairman. Mr. Fleck seconded the nomination. Mr. Cook stated that lie is in the process of looking for a new home and is not sure if he will be living within the city limits, so he declined the nomination. There was a withdrawal of the previous nomination. Mr. Riddle nominated Mr. Fleck for Chairman, Mr. Arambula seconded the nomination, CARRIED, to have Mr. Fleck as Traffic Board Chairman for the next year. Mr. Arambula nominated Mr. Person for Vice Chairman, Mr. Tousley seconded the nomination, CARRIED, to have Mr. Person as Traffic Board Vice Chairman for the next year. TABLED IT EMS None. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 1 . Lansing State Journal, "Opinion", 4/28/93. Article written by Pastor John Vogt of the Emanuel First Lutheran Church and School. 2. Board and Administrator, May 1993. 3. Board and Administrator, June 1993. 4. Traffic Board member's number of years of service. Mr. Berridge stated that he has a trial subscription to the Board and Administrator and he would like to know if anyone thought that this publication was worthwhile. Everyone agreed that the publication was interesting, so the Transportation Division will continue purchasing it. Mr. Berridge stated that item #4 above, the member's number of years of service, was not included in the text of the mailing list, because the Transportation Division wanted to make sure that the information was accurate. Everyone was asked to double check the information presented. OLD BUSINESS None. 5 Traffic Board Proceedings - June 9, 1993 6/16/93 NEW BUSINESS 1 . Mr. Berridge gave a presentation of the current parking system condition, and the plaits the system has for the future. Some of the topics discussed were: - Abandonment of the following acquisitions of property: Stamp Rite, Lansing Transmission, Yellow Cab, Paramount Coffee, and Detroit Ball Bearing. - The following will be built: 90 space lot by Wendy's, 211 space lot on Michigan Avenue (south side) , and 240 spaces north of Michigan Avenue. - Museum Drive will be extended to Cedar Street to provide an entrance to the Lansing Center and 400 spaces will be constructed. - TIFA (Tax Increment Finance Act) . Using TIFA revenue would allow the parking system to pay for its current debts without increasing parking rates. Using this revenue would not impact on the local school district. Mr. Berridge asked for a motion from the Board to show that the Board supports allowing the paricing system to use TIFA revenue to pay for its current debt service. Mr. Cook stated that he will be speaking on behalf of the Board regarding the use of the TIFA revenue. Mr. Arambula asked who else has been presented this information regarding the TIFA revenue. Mr. Berridge stated that City Council, an Editorial Board from the State Journal, and several key business leaders in the downtown are have received this presentation, and that Lansing 2000 and the Downtown Merchant Association will be receiving the presentation within the neat week. Mr. Berridge stated that this plan needs to be adopted by 6/28/93. lIe further stated that there is one negative impact from using these monies. This being that if the money is borrowed for the parking system, monies cannot be borrowed for anotlier downtown project. Because of this, he does expect some opposition. Flecic moved, Riddle supported, CARRIED, that Mr. Cook should present the Board's support of the Parking System receiving TIFA funds to pay for its current debt load. 2. Mr. Tousley stated that on eastbound Jolly Road, east of Aurelius Road, there are trees blocking signs. 3. Mr. 'Tousley stated that on northbound Aurelius Road at Main Street the no left turn sign is faded and lianging. 4. Mr. Fleck stated that he has appreciated Mr. Cook's Chairmanship. 5. Mr. Berridge announced that the Transportation Division has a new Assistant Transportation Engineer, Ms. Beth London. i 6 Traffic Board Proceedings - June 9, 1993 6/16/93 n ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF TILL RULES None. PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS I . Ms. Isabel Gray spoke. Ms. Gray asked how far back did the Transportation Division go to get accident report information on Cavanaugh Road, and that she would like a copy of this information. She also asked who she should contact regarding this topic. Ms. London stated that she would get Ms. Gray the information she was requesting, and that she would give Ms. Gray her card after the meeting adjourned. Ms. Gray also stated that she does not want parking on the north side of Cavanaugh Road removed. 2. Mr. Doti Augenstein spoke. Mr. Augenstein stated that lie will park is vehicle on Cavanaugh Road from now on, and that he would like someone to come over and observe the traffic flow. 3. Mr. Bob Baley spoke. Mr. Baley stated that you need to live on Cavanaugh Road for at least a year to know what is needed. Mr. Baley does not want parking on the north side of Cavanaugh Road removed. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:25 p.m. Respectfully submitted, David A. Berridge Secretary 7 t 1 CITY OF LANSING PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION ..'.�.- OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF TIIE TRAFFIC BOARD OF TIIE CITY OIL "LANSING - MEL:TING OF APRIL 21, 1993cS3 ,�,, H� 9 41 CALL TO ORDER Tho moe.ting was called to order by Chairman Cook at 7:02 p.m. ROLL CALL. Board Members Present: Arambula, Cook, Fleck, Linhart, Person, Riddle, Smith and Tousley Board Members Absent: None Excused Absences None. Visitors Michael Morfsky, Helen Smith, Tsveta Lambo, Theron Smith and Steve Kimball Items for Suspension of Rules Mr. Berridge recommended that items 1 and 3 under Reports from the Secretary be deferred at the request of a resident from each of the respective neighborhoods, and that items 2, and 4 through 12 under Reports from the Secretary be considered as Action Items. Fleck moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to defer items 1 and 3 under Reports from the Secretary until the June meeting, and to consider items 2, and 4 through 12 under Reports from the Secretary as Action Items. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Smith moved, Fleck seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held February 10, 1993. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS 3. Mr. Michael Morofsky, 1300 Woodbine Avenue, Lansing, spoke. Mr. Morofsky stated that his original intention was to address the excessive vehicle speeds on Woodbine Avenue that were making the intersection hazardous for children crossing the street, which was submitted in writing to Councilmember Benavides. Mr. Morofsky submitted a copy of the memos sent to Councilmember Benavides to the Traffic Board members. 5. Mr. Theron Smith, 805 Maryland vettiV tarsi �,�oke. Mr. Smith thanked everyone on the Board for the wo t. a t Zey h 'e, and the excellent job of reporting everything to them. Mr,, aiWih.stated.that the stop signs have changed the atmosphere of the neighborhood. 1 Traffic Board Proceedii,bs - April 21, 1993 5/14/93 5. Ms. Helen Smith, 405 Maryland Avenue, Lansing, spoke. Ms. Smith stated that she just. wanted to thank everyone. 5. Ms. Tsveta Lambo, 735 Mahlon Street, Lansing, spoke. Ms. Lambo thanked everyone. 5. Mr. . Steve Kimball, 721 Maryland Avenue, Lansing, spoke. Mr. Kimball stated that things have been improved in the neighborhood. lie then thanked Mr. Berridge, Ms. London, and the Board. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS 1 . Traffic Tips, Volume 1 , Issue 1 , March 1993. REPORTS FROM THE. SECRETARY 2. Traffic Control Request: Marion Avenue & Woodbine Avenue (#93-04) f. Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Ms. London stated that she has been in contact with the school district and they agree with the Transportation Division recommendation. Mr. Fleck noted that the U.S. mail truck was a sight obstruction when parked near the intersection. Any recommendation should include a safety discussion with the school children, telling them to stay on the sidewalk. Mr. Arambula asked if the traffic patterns were observed in the morning. Ms. London stated no, it was done in the afternoon because the volumes are higher based on information obtained from the school. Fleck moved, Arambula seconded, CARRIED, to deny installation of multi-way stop signs at the intersection of Marion Avenue and Woodbine Avenue. 4. Traffic Control Request: Moores River Drive & Todd Avenue (#93-06) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Ms. London stated that the Transportation Division will be suggesting to the school district to have students cross at Davis, and that parents utilize the no parking zone for picking-up and dropping-off students. Mr. Tousley stated that he agreed with the Transportation Division's decision. Mr. Fleck stated that he saw double parking as being the school's biggest problem. Fleck moved, Linhart seconded, CARRIED, to deny installation of multi-way stop signs at the intersection of Moores River Drive and Todd Avenue. 5. Traffic Control Request: Maryland Avenue & May Street (#93-07) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. No discussion. Fleck moved, Person seconded, CARRIED, to permanently install multi-way stop signs at the Maryland Avenue and May Street intersection. 2 Traffic Board Proceedii._.5 - April 21, 1993 5/14/93 G. Traffic Control Request: Capitol Avenue & Lapeer Street (#93-08) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Mr. Fleck stated that lie was confused on where else someone would be turning at this intersection. Mr. Person stated that the Lansing Community College driveway is across from the intersection and people are turning from whichever lane they choose, and that proper signage would help eliminate this problem. Person moved, Fleck seconded, CARRIED, to require all eastbound traffic on Lapeer Street to turn right and all traffic exiting the Lansing Community College parking lot to turn left. 7. Traffic Control Request: Cooley Drive & Rossiter Place (#93-09) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Discussion regarding the fact that Ms. Mary Massaglia of 2911 Cooley Drive showed tip to discuss this item at the wrong meeting. Ms. London stated that she would notify Ms. Massaglia and Council regarding tonight's decision. Arambula. moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that yield signs be installed on Cooley Drive at Rossiter Place. 8. Traffic Control Request: Cooley Drive & Pamela Place (#93-10) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Mr. Fleck stated that this is his neighborhood and he concurs with the Transportation Division's recommendation. Fleck moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to deny the installation of yield signs at the intersections of Cooley Drive and Pamela Place, and other area intersections. 9. Parking Regulation Change Request: Eighth Street (#93-11) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Ms. London stated that Sparrow Hospital will be obtaining some more property in this area, and they will have a shuttle bus operating. Ms. London also stated that during the next six months the Transportation Division will be doing some more site observations in this area. Tousley moved, Linhart seconded, CARRIED, to make permanent the temporary no parking zone on Eight Street from Michigan Avenue to 110 feet north of Michigan Avenue. 10. Parking Regulation Change Request: Townsend Street (#93-12) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Ms. London stated that she has spoken with the director of the day care center, stating that, in the future, if the day care's attendance increases, the Transportation Division will re-evaluate the day care's needs. At this point, the 3 Traffic I3oard Proreeu_ gs - April 21 , 1993 5/14/93 director of the day care is in agreement with the Transportation Division's recommendation. Mr. Fleck stated that he has driven past this area and he does not see a problem with the Division's recommendation. Tousley moved, Fleck seconded, CARRIED, to deny the request to extend the existing no parking zone in front of the YWCA by one space to the north and create a 10 minute parking load zone in front of the YWCA. 1.1 . Parking Regulation Change Request: Wainwright Avenue (#93-13) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Ms. Linhart asked if the Transportation Division's recommendation reflects the fact that the people residing in this neighborhood are all the same as the last time this item was brought before the Traffic Board. Ms. London stated that, yes they are the same people. Riddle moved, Fleck seconded, CARRIED, to recommend permanently extending the no parking zone of the west side of Wainwright Avenue to the north property line of 5022 Wainwright Avenue, creating a no parking zone on the west side of Wainwright Avenue from Jolly Road to 115 feet north of Jolly Road. 12. Parking Regulation Change Request: Museum Drive (#93-14) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. No discussion. Linhard moved, Tousley seconded, CARRIED, to recommend changing the No Stopping, Standing, or Parking zone to a No Parking zone on the southbound Museum Drive Access Ramp from 144 feet south of Michigan Avenue to 243 feet south of Michigan Avenue. ACTION ITEMS None. TABLED ITEMS None. INFORMATIONAI. ITEMS None. OLD 131JSINESS None. 4 Traffic Board Proceedi _s - April 21, 1993 5/14/93 NEW BUSINESS 1% 1. Mr. Tousley asked what the posted speed limit north of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard/Logan Street is now. Mr. Berridge stated that there have not been any changes, the speed limit is 30 MPH, changing from 35 MPH as you travel north. ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF THE RULES None. PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS None. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:47 p.m. Respectfully submitted, U David A. Berridge Secretary i 5 CITY OF LANSING PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING MEETING OF APRIL 21, 1993 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chairman Cook at 7:02 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Arambula, Cook, Fleck, Linhart, Person, Riddle, Smith and Tousley Board Members Absent: None Excused Absences None. Visitors Michael Morfsky, Helen Smith, Tsveta Lambo, Theron Smith and Steve Kimball Items for Suspension of Rules Mr. Berridge recommended that items 1 and 3 under Reports from the Secretary be deferred at the request of a resident from each of the respective neighborhoods, and that items 2, and 4 through 12 under Reports from the Secretary be considered as Action Items. Fleck moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to defer items 1 and 3 under Reports from the Secretary until the June meeting, and to consider items 2, and 4 through 12 under Reports from the Secretary as Action Items. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Smith moved, Fleck seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held February 10, 1993. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS 3. Mr. Michael Morofsky, 1300 Woodbine Avenue, Lansing, spoke. Mr. Morofsky stated that his original intention was to address the excessive vehicle speeds on Woodbine Avenue that were making the intersection hazardous for children crossing the street, which was submitted in writing to Councilmember Benavides. Mr. Morofsky submitted a copy of the memos sent to Councilmember Benavides to the Traffic Board members. 5. Mr. Theron Smith, 805 Maryland Avenue, Lansing, spoke. Mr. Smith thanked everyone on the Board for the work that they have done, and the excellent job of reporting everything to them. Mr. Smith stated that the stop signs have changed the atmosphere of the neighborhood. 1 Traffic Board Proceedinf,s - April 21, 1993 5/14/93 5. , Ms. Ilelen Stnith, 805 Maryland Avenue, Lansing, spoke. Ms. Smith stated that she just wanted to thank everyone. 5. Ms: Tsveta. Lambo, 735 Mahlon Street, Lansing, spoke. Ms. Lambo thanked everyone. 5. Mr. Steve Kimball, 721 Maryland Avenue, Lansing, spoke. Mr. Kimball stated that things have been improved in the neighborhood. He then thanked Mr. Berridge, Ms. London, and the Board. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS 1. Traffic Tips, Volume 1, Issue 1, March 1993. REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY 2. Traffic Control Request: Marion Avenue & Woodbine Avenue (#93-04) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Ms. London stated that she has been in contact with the school district and they agree with the Transportation Division recommendation. 'Mr. Fleck noted that the U.S. mail truck was a sight obstruction when parked near the intersection. Any recommendation should include a safety discussion with the school children, telling them to stay on the sidewalk. Mr. Arambula asked if the traffic patterns were observed in the morning. Ms. London stated no, it was done in the afternoon because the volumes are higher based on information obtained from the school. Fleck moved, Arambula seconded, CARRIED, to deny installation of multi-way stop signs at the intersection of Marion Avenue and Woodbine Avenue. 4. Traffic Control Request: Moores River Drive & Todd Avenue (#93-06) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Ms. London stated that the Transportation Division will be suggesting to the school district to have students cross at Davis, and that parents utilize the no parking zone for picking-up and dropping-off students. Mr. Tousley stated that he agreed with the Transportation Division's decision. Mr. Fleck stated that he saw double parking as being the school's biggest problem. Fleck moved, Linhart seconded, CARRIED, to deny installation of multi-way stop sighs at the intersection of Moores River Drive and Todd Avenue. 5. Traffic Control Request: Maryland Avenue & May Street (#93-07) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. No discussion. Fleck moved, Person seconded, CARRIED, to permanently install multi-way stop signs at the Maryland Avenue and May Street intersection. 2 Traffic Board Proceedinb7 - April 21, 1993 5/14/93 G. Traffic Control Request: Capitol Avenue & Lapeer Street (#93-08) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Mr. Fleck stated that he was confused on where else someone would be turning at this intersection. Mr. Person stated that the Lansing Community College driveway is across from the intersection and people are turning from whichever lane they choose, and that proper signage would help eliminate this problem. Person moved, Fleck seconded, CARRIED, to require all eastbound traffic on Lapeer Street to turn right and all traffic exiting the Lansing Community College parking lot to turn left. 7. Traffic Control Request: Cooley Drive & Rossiter Place (#93-09) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Discussion regarding the fact that Ms. Mary Massaglia of 2911 Cooley Drive showed up to discuss this item at the wrong meeting. Ms. London stated that she would notify Ms. Massaglia and Council regarding tonight's decision. Arambula moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to recommend that yield signs be installed on Cooley Drive at Rossiter Place. 8. Traffic Control Request: Cooley Drive & Pamela Place (#93-10) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Mr. Fleck stated that this is his neighborhood and he concurs with the Transportation Division's recommendation. Fleck moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to deny the installation of yield signs at the intersections of Cooley Drive and Pamela Place, and other area intersections. 9: Parking Regulation Change Request: Eighth Street (#93-11) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Ms. London stated that Sparrow lIospital will be obtaining some more property in this area, and they will have a shuttle bus operating. Ms. London also stated that during the next six months the Transportation Division will be doing some more site observations in this area. Tousley moved, Linhart seconded, CARRIED, to make permanent the temporary no parking zone on Eight Street from Michigan Avenue to 110 feet north of Michigan Avenue. 10. Parking Regulation Change Request: Townsend Street (#93-12) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Ms. London stated that she has spoken with the director of the day care center, stating that, in the future, if the day care's attendance increases, the Transportation Division will re-evaluate the day care's needs. At this point, the 3 Traffic Board Proceedi..gs - April 21, 1993 5/14/93 director of the day care is in agreement with the Transportation Division's recommendation. Mr. Fleck stated that he has driven past this area and he does not see a problem with the Division's recommendation. Tousley moved, Fleck seconded, CARRIED, to deny the request to extend the existing no parking zone in front of the YWCA by one space to the north and create a 10 minute parking load zone in front of the YWCA. 11. Parking Regulation Change Request: Wainwright Avenue (#93-13) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. Ms. Linhart asked if the Transportation Division's recommendation reflects the fact that the people residing in this neighborhood are all the same as the last time this item was brought before the Traffic Board. Ms. London stated that, yes they are the same people. Riddle moved, Fleck seconded, CARRIED, to recommend permanently extending the no parking zone of the west side of Wainwright Avenue to the north property line of 5022 Wainwright Avenue, creating a no parking zone on the west side of Wainwright Avenue from Jolly Road to 115 feet north of Jolly Road. 12. Parking Regulation Change Request: Museum Drive (#93-14) Ms. London presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. No discussion. Linhard moved, Tousley seconded, CARRIED, to recommend changing the No Stopping, Standing, or Parking zone to a No Parking zone on the southbound Museum Drive Access Ramp from 144 feet south of Michigan Avenue to 243 feet south of Michigan Avenue. ACTION ITEMS None. TABLED ITEMS None. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS None. OLD BUSINESS j None. 4 Traffic Board Proceed; ,s - April 21, 1993 5/14/93 NEW BUSINESS 1. Mr. Tousley asked what the posted speed limit north of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard/Logan Street is now. Mr. Berridge stated that: there have not been any changes, the speed limit is 30 MPH, changing from 35 MPH as you travel north. ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF THE RULES None. PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS None. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:47 p.m. Respectfully submitted, 4 U /w- David A. Berridge Secretary i 5 CITY OF LANSING PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING MEETING OF FEBRUARY 10, 1993 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chairman Cook. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Arambula, Cook, Fleck, Linhart, Person, Riddle and Tousley Board Members Absent: Smith Excused Absences Person moved, Linhart seconded, CARRIED, to excuse Ms. Smith from tonight's Traffic Board meeting. Visitors Mr. Tom Frazier Items for Suspension of Rules Mr. Berridge recommended that item 2 under Reports from the Secretary be deferred at the request of the neighborhood group that had petitioned this item, and that items 1 and 3 under Reports from the Secretary be considered as action items. Riddle moved, Fleck seconded, CARRIED, to defer item 2 under Reports from the Secretary to the April meeting, and to consider items 1 and 3 under Reports from the Secretary as action items. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Linhart moved, Person seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held December 9, 1992. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS Mr. Berridge introduced Mr. Tom Frazier of the Mayor's office to all of the Traffic Board members. Mr. Frazier is the liaison for the Public Service Department, Parks & Recreation Department and the Central Garage to the Mayor's office. Mr. Frazier filled the vacancy left by Ms. Pam Fowler. Mr. Frazier was welcomed by all. 1 Traffic Board Proceedings - February 10, 1993 2/12/93 COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS Mr. Berridge asked if there were any questions on the letter from the residents of the east end of Holmes Road, and the action letter sent by the Transportation Division to the residents, which were included in everyone's Agenda package. REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY 1. Traffic Control Request: Holiday Lane and Melody Lane (#93-01) Mr. Berridge presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. No discussion. Arambula moved, Person seconded, CARRIED, to install a yield sign on Melody Lane at Holiday Lane. 3. Parking Regulation Change Request: South Washington Avenue (#93-03) Mr. Berridge presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. No discussion. Fleck moved, Linhart seconded, CARRIED, to permanently remove the 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. no parking zone in the 400 block of South Washington Avenue, in front of the old Learning Care Center site, and to reinstall 90 minute metered parking 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ACTION ITEMS None. TABLED ITEMS None. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 1. TSA Newsletter, Vol. 28, No. 1, January-February 1993. OLD BUSINESS 1. Mr. Fleck stated that the light at the corner of Holmes and Logan is still sticking. Mr. Berridge asked Mr. Fleck to try to note the date(s) and time(s) that he notices this occurring. 2 Traffic Board Proceedings - February 10, 1993 2/12/93 2. Mr. Arambula asked about how the traffic signal at Jolly and Pennsylvania operates. Mr. Berridge explained that the signal is "permissive/protected", and that it is operating properly. 3. Ms. Linhart stated that there is a sign hanging into the street on southbound Cedar, south of Miller Road, near the driveway into the F & M Shopping Center. Mr. Berridge stated that he would make sure it was repaired. NEW BUSINESS 1. Mr. Arambula stated that on East Irvington, west of Aurelius, there is a dumpster sitting out in the road in the right-of-way, and the snow plows have to avoid it. Mr. Berridge stated that he would notify Public Service. 2. The April Traffic Board meeting has been re-scheduled for April 21, 1993. ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF THE RULES None. PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS None. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:17 p.m. Respectfully submitted, David A. Berridge Secretary 3 CITY OF LANSING PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING MEETING OF FEBRUARY 10, 1993 _...-- CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chairman Cook. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Arambula, Cook, Fleck, Linhart, Person, Riddle and Tousley Board Members Absent: Smith Excused Absences Person moved, Linhart seconded, CARRIED, to excuse Ms. Smith from tonight's Traffic Board meeting. Visitors Mr. Tom Frazier Items for Suspension of Rules Mr. Berridge recommended that item 2 under Reports from the Secretary be deferred at the request of the neighborhood group that had petitioned this item, and that items 1 and 3 under Reports from the Secretary be considered as action items. Riddle moved, Fleck seconded, CARRIED, to defer item 2 under Reports from the Secretary to the April meeting, and to consider items 1 and 3 under Reports from the Secretary as action items. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Linhart moved, Person seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held December 9, 1992. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS Mr. Berridge introduced Mr. Tom Frazier of the Mayor's office to all of the Traffic Board members. Mr. Frazier is the liaison for the Public Service Department, Parks & Recreation Department and the Central Garage to the Mayor's office. Mr. Frazier filled the vacancy left by Ms. Pam Fowler. Mr. Frazier was welcomed by all. 1 i- affic Board ProceedinE- - February 10, 1993 2/12/93 COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS Mr. Berridge asked if there were any questions on the letter from the residents of the east end of Holmes Road, and the action letter sent by the Transportation Division to the residents, which were included in everyone's Agenda package. REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY 1 . Traffic Control Request: Holiday Lane and Melody Lane (#93-01) Mr. Berridge presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. No discussion. Arambula moved, Person seconded, CARRIED, to install a yield sign on Melody Lane at Holiday Lane. 3. Parking Regulation Change Request: South Washington Avenue (#93-03) Mr. Berridge presented this report and the recommendation of the Transportation Division. No discussion. Fleck moved, Linhart seconded, CARRIED, to permanently remove the 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 - p.m. no parking zone in the 400 block of South Washington Avenue, in front of the old Learning Care. Center site, and to reinstall 90 minute metered parking 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ACTION ITEMS None. TABLED ITEMS None. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 1. TSA Newsletter, Vol. 28, No. 1, January-February 1993. OLD BUSINESS 1. Mr. Fleck stated that the light at the corner of Holmes and Logan is still sticking. Mr. Berridge asked Mr. Fleck to try to note the date(s) and time(s) that he notices this occurring. 2 'T raff`.c Board Proceeding - February 10, 1993 2/12/93 2. Mr. Arambula asked about how the traffic signal at Jolly and Pennsylvania operates. Mr. Berridge explained that the signal is "permissive/protected", and that it is operating properly. 3. Ms. Linhart stated that there is a sign hanging into the street on southbound Cedar, south of Miller Road, near the driveway into the F & M Shopping Center. Mr. Berridge stated that he would make sure it was repaired. NEW BUSINESS 1 . Mr. Arambula stated that on East Irvington, west of Aurelius, there is a dumpster sitting out in the road in the right-of-way, and the snow plows have to avoid it. Mr. Berridge stated that he.would notify Public Service. 2. The April Traffic Board meeting has been re-scheduled for April 21, 1993. ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF THE RULES None. PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS None. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:17 p.m. Respectfully submitted, David A. Berridge Secretary 3