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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996 Mins Traffic Board FINAL p•NSI1V Public Service Department TRANSPORTATION DIVISION � M 219 North Grand Avenue Lansing,Michigan 48933-1317 aa (517)483-4240 7 Q'� FAX(517)483-4395 fCH1G May 9, 1997 Marilynn Slade City Clerk City Hall Lansing, Michigan Re: Traffic Board Amended Minutes, July, 1996 - November, 1996 Dear Ms. Slade: I have enclosed amended minutes from Traffic Board meetings held July, 1996 through November, 1996. The amendments resulted from a request received from Edward Cook, a former Traffic Board member. The Traffic Board reviewed the request and unanimously concurred to grant the request. Please replace the minutes currently on file with the amended minutes. Thank you. Respectfully submitted, LANSING TRAFFIC BOARD ( �aej-'j Faith Rach, Recording Secretary Enclosure c:\wp\data\traffic\minCook.Amn i.1 r•-iti � . CITY OF LANSING ' "'`' -i V PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION `" ' `' ',ti �� 56 OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE Ll ;>il'�G CITY CLERK TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING MEETING OF JULY 10, 1996 CALL TO ORDER AMENDED The meeting was called to order by Mr. Haynes at 5:25 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Endres, Foltz, Haynes, Riddle, and Smith Board Members Absent: Fuentes MOTIONS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE Ms. Fuentes requested an excused absence. Riddle moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to issue Ms. Fuentes an excused absence. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF RULES Mr. Berridge recommended that all items under Reports from the Secretary be considered as Action Items. Smith moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to consider all items under the Reports from the Secretary as Action Items. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Smith moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held June 12, 1996. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS Mr. Berridge reported that he received a call from Ms. Catherine Church, who requested the Sparrow Avenue Traffic Investigation Report item be tabled and placed on the agenda for the August Traffic Board meeting, since she would not be able to attend tonight's meeting and can attend the August meeting. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS Traffic Board Proceedings - July 10, 1996 Page 2 CARRIED, to receive and place on file the letter received from Mr. Foley thanking the Traffic Board for the installation of a traffic signal at High Street and Lake Lansing Road. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 2. Letter from Carol Seamon Ms. Smith moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place on file the letter received from Ms. Seamon which states her opposition to the installation of a stop sign at Fairview and Lyman. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 3. Traffic Investigation Report #96-22: Sparrow Avenue Ms. Foltz moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to move Traffic Investigation Report #96-22: Sparrow Avenue to tabled items for review at the August Traffic Board meeting. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY 1. Parking Regulation Request: Maryland Avenue #96-19 The Transportation Division recommends making the Temporary Traffic Control Order permanent because of its effectiveness in discouraging residents from parking on the east side of Maryland Avenue. Mr. Endres inquired if there was a city policy regarding the width of a street when parking occurs on both sides of the street. Mr. Berridge explained the desired design width of a street accommodating parking on both sides would be 36 feet to provide a sufficient width for roadway traffic. There is no written policy regarding the width, however, the experience has been that parking intensity will often impact whether there is parking on both sides. Areas that have a lot of on-street parking with a narrow roadway will most likely have parking restrictions to provide sufficient access for roadway traffic. Smith, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to make permanent the Temporary Traffic Control Order prohibiting parking on the east side of Maryland Avenue from Grand River Avenue to Ormond Street. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 2. Request for Traffic Control: Larch Street at Douglas Avenue #96-20 The Transportation Division recommends that an actuated left turn phase for north and southbound Larch Street at Douglas Avenue and Lake Traffic Board Proceedings - July 10, 1996 Page 3 The Transportation Division recommends that an actuated left turn phase for north and southbound Larch Street at Douglas Avenue and Lake Lansing Road be installed in order to address safety concerns and to minimize the negative impact on intersection capacity. Smith moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division for an actuated left turn phase for north and southbound Larch Street at Douglas Avenue and Lake Lansing Road. This report and recommendation will be forwarded to MDOT for their review. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 3. Request for Traffic and Parking Regulations: Shiawassee Street #96-21 The Transportation Division recommends making permanent the Temporary Traffic Control Orders which were established in anticipation of the opening of the Shiawassee Street Bridge on July 1, 1996. Foltz moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to make the Temporary Traffic Control Orders permanent that: (1) establishes an exclusive right turn lane for eastbound Shiawassee Street at Cedar Street; (2) establishes an exclusive right turn lane for westbound Shiawassee Street at Grand Avenue; and (3) prohibits "Stopping, Standing and Parking" on both sides of Shiawassee Street from Cedar Street to Grand Avenue. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 ACTION ITEMS None. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 1 . Board & Administrator, July, 1996 OLD BUSINESS None. NEW BUSINESS 1. Mr. Berridge made reference to an article appearing in today's addition of the Lansing State Journal which covered a press release from last week announcing the opening and operation of four new parking lots. A. The lot on the north end of Pere Marquette by Shiawassee has opened as a permanent facility. Twenty spaces are committed to the Blue Coyote for employee parking, the remaining thirty-five spaces will be available for permit sales. Traffic Board Proceedings - July 10, 1996 Page 4 C. Blue Coyote valet operations have been moved away from the parking lot in front of the stadium to the Action Auto property. There will be eighty permit spaces available in the Action Auto Lot running Monday through Friday 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Blue Coyote will have sixty spaces for their daytime valet operation. On game evenings, they will be able to use up to one hundred spaces. D. The gravel lot across from the Nut House, next to the Lansing Center, will be improved to provide a forty-four space lot. It is anticipated the lot will open sometime in August. E. Ninety-three spaces have been added to Lot 15 where the old Liskey's building used to be located. The lot will provide permit parking during the day and baseball parking in the evening. 2. Ms. Smith explained that there is a hazard turning out onto Kalamazoo Street from the Capitol Commons parking lot just west of Sycamore Street where there is parking on both sides of the street. Mr. Berridge indicated he would investigate the situation. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted, 2�244 David A. Berridge Secretary c:\wp\data\traffic\minutes\0796 CITY OF LANSING T = i'�"�)� PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION = i y ! 3 A 3 v: 5 6 OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE L ,�,S!f'JG CITY CLERK TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING OF AUGUST 14, 1996 CALL TO ORDER AMENDED The meeting was called to order by Mr. Haynes at 6:15 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Endres, Foltz, Haynes, and Smith Board Members Absent: Fuentes, and Riddle Visitors: Catherine Church, Judith Evans, Heidi Doherty, and Carol Skillings Due to the lack of a quorum, no actions were taken. A decision was made to convene a committee meeting of the whole to allow the opportunity for public comments. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS 1. Traffic Investigation Report #96-22: Sparrow Avenue Ms. Church expressed that she disagreed with the findings of the Investigation Report on Sparrow Avenue. She explained that there is excessive speed and heavy traffic from GM employees during shift changes. There is considerable concern that vehicles are not stopping at the stop signs causing a safety hazard for the children in the area. It would be beneficial if the GM cut through traffic could be rerouted. Ms. Evans stated that the figures in the Investigation Report seemed minimal. There is a heavy amount of traffic traveling at high speeds. She indicated that vehicles are running the stop sign where Sparrow Avenue turns into Moores River Drive. She suggested that it may be beneficial to install a stop sign half-way between Martin Luther King Boulevard and Moores River Drive or install speed bumps in order to slow down traffic. Mr. Berridge explained that traffic studies are conducted when traffic conditions are normal, (i.e. schools open and factories operating), for the area being studied. The objective of the study is to gather typical daily traffic flow data. The counters that are put in the street are used to collect the speed data of every vehicle that drives over the hoses during the study period. The data is presented on a percentage basis rather than the number of vehicles. The occasional speeder stands out because of the aggravation to the area residents. In the Sparrow Avenue area, the studies show a higher than normal volume of traffic however, there are very few accidents because of the roadway design. The crossover design allows for certain streets to be feeder streets to the neighborhood. The Traffic Board Proceedings - August 14, 1996 Page 2 issues of high speed and cut-through traffic in the Sparrow Avenue area will be included in the neighborhood study program. This area is scheduled for traffic calming review in 2001. 2. Traffic Investigation Report #96-26: Foster Avenue/Vine Street Ms. Doherty expressed that new studies have not been conducted in the area since the CSO construction began and that conditions in the area have changed since the last study. She indicated that the temporary traffic control order placed in effect January, 1994, seems to be considered permanent. The speed regulations are not being enforced by the police in the neighborhood. Speeding in the neighborhood is a very serious problem and it may be beneficial to change the stop sign to Foster at Vine. It may also be beneficial to conduct another traffic study now that the construction has nearly concluded. Mr. Bush indicated that there are some fairly significant traffic problems in the Foster/Vine area. A request has been received for the installation of another multi-way stop sign in this area. It has been very difficult to update existing data because of the CSO construction activity however, there was a period in the spring when data was gathered. These studies indicate that the multi-way stops and Change in stop patterns did have an impact at the intersections however, thb mid-block speeds increased. It was determined that additional multi-way stops and traffic control are not reducing mid-block speeds or traffic volume. The problem stems from the lack of an effective north/south corridor in this end of town. The goal would be to route vehicular traffic back onto the major streets and away from the neighborhoods. This area has been scheduled for a neighborhood study through the traffic calming program in 1997. Ms. Doherty indicated that the street sign at Foster and Vine has been missing for months and needs to be replaced. Mr. Berridge gave a brief description of the traffic calming program and the areas that will be involved. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 7:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted, David A. Berr Adge+ Secretary cc\Wp\data\traffic\minutes\0896 CITY OF LANSING PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISIONF. ,, OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE "' ` `' ''� �'� 5 TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING LAN!SING CITY CLERK{ MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 11, 1996 CALL TO ORDER AMENDED The meeting was called to order by Mr. Haynes at 6:15 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Endres, Foltz, Haynes, Riddle, and Smith Board Members Absent: Fuentes Visitors: Rick Disbrow, Carol Skillings MOTIONS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE None. ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF RULES Mr. Berridge recommended that all items under Reports from the Secretary be considered as Action Items. Smith moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to consider all items under the Reports from the Secretary as Action Items. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Smith moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held July 10, 1996. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 Smith moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held August 14, 1996. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS Mr. Disbrow made reference to a letter he sent to the Transportation Division regarding parking and traffic issues on Executive Drive and Andrew Jackson Drive. There are three separate issues that were presented. 1. A request that no parking be allowed on the south side of Andrew Jackson to the extent that it doesn't impede on Capitol Cadillac and a request of Traffic Board Proceedings - September 11, 1996 Page 2 one - two car lengths of no parking on either "side of the entrance leading into Jackson National Life. 2. A request for no parking along Executive Drive where the property fronts Jackson National Life because of potential safety issues. If there are only parking restrictions on Andrew Jackson, those parkers will spill over onto Executive Drive. 3. A request for the installation of speed limit signage. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS I. Traffic Investigation Report 196-26: Foster Avenue/Vine Street The Transportation Division recommended denying the request for a multi- way stop at Foster and Vine at this time. This site will be combined with Traffic Calming issues in the neighborhood area that will be studied next summer. Foltz moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place the report on file. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 2. Letter from Eleanor Love, Lansing Planning Board Smith moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place on file the letter received from Ms. Love expressing the Planning Board's support for the Neighborhood Study Program. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 3. Traffic Board Appointment - Carol Skillings Smith moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place on file the materials received regarding the appointment of Ms. Skillings to the Traffic Board. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 4• Traffic Investigation Report #96-30: Elizabeth Street/Leslie Street The Transportation recommended that the request for a four-way stop be denied and that the information be placed on file for the future Neighborhood Study in the area. Smith moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place the report on file. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 Traffic Board Proceedings - September 11, 1996 Page 3 REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY 1' Parking Regulation #96-23: Colvin Court The Transportation Division recommends making permanent the temporary Parking regulation because of unanimous support of the residents on Colvin Court and because it serves the needs of the refuse collection vehicles. Smith moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to make permanent the temporary parking regulation prohibiting parking between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. , on both sides of Colvin Court, from Riley Street to the cul-de-sac, including the cul-de- sac. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 2• Parking Regulation Request #96-24: Bement Street The Transportation Division recommends that the temporary parking regulation be made permanent because of the support from the residents and its effectiveness in discouraging parking on the south side of Bement Street. Riddle moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division making permanent the temporary parking regulation prohibiting parking on the south side of Bement Street, from Pennsylvania Avenue to Holmes Street. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 3. Parking Regulation Request 96-25: Terminal Drive The Transportation Division recommends making the temporary parking regulation permanent due to reports received indicating the parking prohibition has discouraged motorists from parking across from Advance Glove's driveway which has provided easier access for delivery vehicles. Smith moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to make permanent the temporary traffic control prohibiting parking on the south side of Terminal Drive from 170 feet east of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard to 280 feet east of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 4. Traffic Control Request #96-28: Andrew Jackson Boulevard & Executive Drive The Transportation Division recommends the installation of a stop sign on Andrew Jackson Boulevard at the intersection of Executive Drive to provide greater safety for pedestrian traffic. Traffic Board Proceedings - September 11, 1996 Page 4 Smith moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation Division recommendation to install a stop sign on Andrew Jackson Boulevard at the intersection of Executive Drive. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 5• Parking Regulation Request 196-29: Andrew Jackson Boulevard & Executive Drive Mr. Berridge indicated that 95% of the congestion has to do with motor carriers loading and unloading vehicles in the street rather than on private property. Capitol Cadillac has agreed to have the motor carriers load and unload on their property in the future. Speed limit signs will be installed on Executive Drive. There was significant discussion about the differences between the staff recommendations contained in the Report from the Secretary and the compromise (Capitol Cadillac/Jackson National Life) proposal presented by Mr. Disbrow. The compromise proposal is a technically acceptable plan. However, it exceeds the staff recommendation and prohibits parking at more locations than absolutely necessary. Smith moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED. The Traffic Board unanimously recommended to implement the compromise proposal presented by Mr. Disbrow which included the following: 1• No parking at any time on the east side of Executive Drive from 20 feet south of the southerly Jackson National Life driveway to 20 feet north of the northerly Jackson National Life driveway. 2• No parking corner clearances on both sides of Andrew Jackson Drive west of Executive Drive. 3• No parking driveway clearances on the south side of Andrew Jackson Drive east and west of the Jackson National Life parking lot driveway. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 6• Traffic Control Request #96-27: Ashley Drive and Haverhill Drive The Transportation Division recommends that a yield sign be installed on Haverhill Drive at Ashley Drive due to the low safe approach speed. The Transportation Division will be including the traffic speed and volume data collected in this study in the Neighborhood Study Program. Endres moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation Division recommendation that a yield sign be installed on Haverhill Drive at Ashley Drive; and the recommendation that the installation of multi-way stop signs at the intersection of Ashley Drive and Haverhill Drive be denied because the intersection does not meet the MMUTCD warrants for multi-way stops. Traffic Board Proceedings - September 11, 1996 Page 5 Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 ACTION ITEMS None. TABLED ITEMS 1• Traffic Investigation Report #96-22: Sparrow Avenue Mr. Berridge reported that Ms. Church has requested that this report remain as a tabled item for one more month since she is unable to attend the September meeting and will attend the meeting in October. Riddle moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to leave the item tabled until the October meeting. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 1. Board & Administrator, September, 1996 OLD BUSINESS None. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 6:55 p.m. espectfully submitted, David A. Berridge Secretary c:\wp\data\traffic\minute8\0996 CITY OF LANSING F 9 V?='i PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT Y i TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE Lr �i`t�r CITY CLERK BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING OF OCTOBER 9, 1996 CALL TO ORDER AMENDED The meeting was called to order by Mr. Haynes at 6:10 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Foltz, Haynes, Skillings, and Smith Board Members Absent: Endres, Fuentes, and Riddle Visitors: Catherine Church, Taveta Lambo, and Beth Parks Due to the lack of a quorum, no actions were taken. A decision was made to convene a committee meeting of the whole to allow the opportunity for public comments. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS 1. Parking Regulation Request #96-31: Mahlon Street Ms. Lambo expressed that the no parking regulation on Mahlon Street has been very effective. Passage down the street is now much easier. Ms. Parks, from Marshall Park Neighborhood Watch, explained that she attended the meeting to thank the Traffic Board for installing the parking regulation signs on Mahlon Street. 2. Traffic Investigation Report #96-22: Sparrow Avenue Ms. Church indicated she attended the meeting to hear the decision made by the Traffic Board on the Sparrow Avenue Traffic Investigation Report. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 1. Mayor's Parking & Downtown Development Advisory Committee Information Packet Mr. Berridge briefly discussed the contents of the MPDDAC packet. The packet is a composite study of the last two years of Committee activities. The information is provided to Board members for reference purposes. Minutes of future meetings will be provided and should be added to each board member's file. Traffic Board Proceedings - October 9, 1996 Page 2 2. Traffic Cal— : Map of Neighborhood Study Areas Mr. Berridge reported that there have been on-going work activities associated with the recommendations in the report. Mr. Berridge explained the proposed schedule of study areas. The City Council has received copies of the schedule of study areas and have been supportive of the on-going activities. The information is for public dissemination. OLD BUSINESS None. NEW BUSINESS 1. Ms. Foltz reported that the crosswalk in front of Fairview has not been painted. The crosswalk should be located in the middle of the block by the school. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 6:40 p.m. Respectfully submitted, vvv� David A. Berridge Secretary c:\wp\data\traffic\minutes\1096 CITY OF LANSING PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE i t't;``I f 3U' 5 5 TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING /a:`iJ{+��(� �,��'I CLERK{ MEETING OF NOVEMBER 13, 1996 CALL TO ORDER AMENDED The meeting was called to order by Mr. Haynes at 6:30 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Endres, Foltz, Haynes, Riddle, and Skillings Board Members Absent: Fuentes Visitors: Steve Church, Lee Mason, Robert Stebbins, Sharon Wilson MOTIONS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE None. ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF RULES Mr. Berridge recommended that all items under Reports from the Secretary be considered as Action Items. Riddle moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to consider all items under the Reports from the Secretary as Action Items. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Foltz moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held September 11, 1996. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 Foltz moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held October 9, 1996. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS 1. Parking Regulation Request ##96-33: North Walnut Street Ms. Wilson explained that the private tenant parking lot located behind their business building at 209 N. Walnut does not possess sufficient space to provide visitor parking to the five businesses located in the building. The five meters located directly in front of the building are ten-hour meters which are being utilized for daily storage parking by employees of Traffic Board Proceedings - November 13, 1996 Page 2 nearby offices. Ms. Wilson indicated that a two-hour time limit at these five meters will encourage turnover parking needed by the patrons that use the businesses. 2. Parking Regulation Request #96-32: Chestnut, Lenawee, Kalamazoo Mr. Mason expressed his support on behalf of the Lansing School District for the Traffic Staff's recommendations with regard to the Chestnut area meter plan. 3. Traffic Investigation Report #96-22: Sparrow Avenue Mr. Church explained that the neighborhood group is still interested in any help the Board can provide with regard to examining the traffic problem in the Sparrow Avenue area. The neighborhood group wants to make sure that the neighborhood study will proceed as indicated in an earlier meeting. The group is still dissatisfied with traffic flow in the neighborhood. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS 1. Letter from Richard J. Halik, Superintendent of Schools Mr. Berridge gave a brief description of a letter received from Superintendent Halik regarding parking meter changes around the Continuing Education Center which is located on Lenawee Street. Foltz moved, Skillings seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place the letter on file. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 2. Traffic Board Appointment - Robert B. Stebbins Mr. Berridge introduced Mr. Stebbins who has been recommended to fill an At Large appointment on the Traffic Board. Foltz moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place the application information on file. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY 1. Parking Regulation #96-31: Mahlon Street The Transportation Division recommends making permanent the temporary parking regulation because site visits have confirmed that the Temporary Traffic Control Order (TTCO) has been effective in discouraging parking on the east side of Mahlon Street and that the temporary parking regulations are supported by the area residents. Riddle moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to make permanent the TTCO prohibiting parking on the east side Traffic Board Proceedings - November 13, 1996 Page 3 of Mahlon Street from Saginaw Street to Oakland Avenue; and on the west side of Mahlon Street from Oakland Avenue to 90 feet south of Oakland Avenue, and from 105 feet north of Saginaw Street to Saginaw Street. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 2• Parking Regulation Request #96-32: Chestnut, Lenawee, Kalamazoo The Transportation Division recommends that the metered parking plan as outlined in the diagram on page six be approved because the plan meets the needs of the parents and students that utilize the Lansing School District Administration Building facilities and the School District supports the proposed plan. Foltz moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to adopt the metered parking plan outlined below: The North side of KATAMAZOO STREET: no parking from Pine Street to 223 feet west of Pine Street; five hour metered parking 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM from 223 feet west of Pine Street to 333 feet west of Pine Street; no parking from 333 feet west of Pine Street to 63 feet west of Sycamore Street; five hour metered parking 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM , from 63 feet west of Sycamore Street to 116 feet west of Sycamore Street; no parking from 116 feet west of Sycamore Street to 219 feet west of Sycamore Street; five hour metered parking 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, from 219 feet west of Sycamore Street to 252 feet east of Butler Boulevard; and no parking from 252 feet east of Butler Boulevard to Butler Boulevard. The South side of KALAMAZOO STREET: no parking from Butler Boulevard to'205 feet east of Butler Boulevard; five hour metered parking 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, from 205 feet east of Butler Boulevard to 65 feet west of Sycamore Street; and no parking from 65 feet west of Sycamore Street to Pine Street. The East side of PINE STREET: no parking from Kalamazoo Street to 175 feet south of Kalamazoo Street; five hour metered parking 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, from 175 south of Kalamazoo Street to 76 feet north of Lenawee Street; no parking from 76 feet north of Lenawee Street to Lenawee Street; and five hour metered parking 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, from Lenawee Street to Hillsdale Street. The North side of LENAWEE STREET; no parking from Chestnut Street to 60 feet west of Chestnut Street; 15 minute parking, drop off / pickup zone, from 60 feet west of Chestnut Street to 65 feet east of Pine Street; and no parking from 65 feet east of Pine Street to Pine Street. The South side of LENAWEE STREET: no parking from Pine Street to 85 feet east of Pine Street; five hour metered parking 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, from 85 feet east of Pine Street to 89 feet west of Chestnut Street; no parking from 89 feet west of Chestnut Street to 35 feet east Chestnut Street; five hour metered parking 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, from 35 feet east of Chestnut Street to 63 feet west of Walnut Street; no parking from 63 feet west of Walnut Street to Walnut Street. Traffic Board Proceedings - November 13, 1996 Page 4 The East side of Chestnut Street: No parking from Hillsdale Street to 100 feet north of Hillsdale Street; five hour metered parking 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, from 100 feet north of Hillsdale Street to 90 feet south of Lenawee Street; no parking from 90 feet south of Lenawee Street to 60 feet north of Lenawee Street; five hour metered parking 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM from 60 feet north of Lenawee Street to 67 feet south of Kalamazoo Street; no parking from 67 feet south Kalamazoo Street to Kalamazoo Street. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 3• Parking Regulation Request 96-33: North Walnut Street Mr. Berridge explained that there is a need for short-term parking in this area. Staff have documented the need and discussed the issue with adjacent property owners. Mr. Haynes asked why the remaining six meters were not included in the plan. Mr. Berridge indicated that there is still a need for long term parking as well. The plan will create a balance addressing parking needs more effectively. The Transportation Division recommended that the ten-hour time limit of the affected meters be changed to a two-hour time limit for a trial period of ninety days. The Transportation Division staff will monitor the utilization of the new two-hour zone. Endres moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to change the five parking meters located on the west side of North Walnut Street, between Ottawa Street and the driveway at 215 North Walnut from a ten-hour time limit to a two-hour time limit. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 4• Traffic Control Request #96-34: Porter Street and Johnson Avenue The Transportation Division recommends making permanent the temporary stop sign installed for northbound traffic on Johnson Avenue at Porter Street based on low safe approach speed of the intersection, and to maintain existing parking regulations due to high demand for parking in this area. Endres moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation Division recommendation to maintain the existing parking regulations on Porter Street and to make permanent the TTCO requiring all northbound traffic on Johnson Avenue to stop prior to entering the intersection of Porter Street. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 5• Parking Regulation Request #96-35: East Park Terrace The Transportation Division recommended that temporary no parking restrictions on East Park Terrace become permanent which create corner clearance preventing congestion at the intersection of May Street. Traffic Board Proceedings - November 13, 1996 Page 5 Foltz moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation Division recommendation to prohibit parking on the east side of East Park Terrace from Old Saginaw Road to 75 feet north of Old Saginaw Road and from a point 75 feet south of May Street to May Street; and to prohibit parking on the west side of East Park Terrace from May Street to a point 75 feet south of May street and from a point 75 feet north of Old Saginaw Road to Old Saginaw Road. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 ACTION ITEMS None. TABLED ITEMS Skillings moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to consider the tabled item for action. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 1. Traffic Investigation Report #96-22: Sparrow Avenue Mr. Berridge briefly reviewed the findings of the Traffic Investigation Report. The Transportation Division recommended that the median remain open and that the data gathered be included in the neighborhood study program scheduled for this area in the year 2000. Foltz moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place the Traffic Investigation Report on file. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 1. Board & Administrator, November, 1996 OLD BUSINESS None. NEW BUSINESS 1• Mr. Haynes reported that a sub-committee needs to be formed to prepare the Advisory Board Evaluation report. Mr. Endres, Ms. Foltz, Mr. Haynes and Ms. Skillings volunteered. Mr. Berridge explained that the evaluation process includes reviewing the division activities and making recommendations for the Board's consideration. Mr. Haynes explained that this process helps fulfill the Board's obligation under the City Charter. 2• Mr. Berridge distributed a copy of the Traffic Engineering Budget Summary and the Parking System Fund Budget Summary. Mr. Berridge explained that the process was initiated by the Public Traffic Board Proceedings - November 13, 1996 Page 6 Service Director where the divisions were instructed to prepare an estimated budget in advance of the full budget document. Mr. Berridge provided a thorough explanation of the materials contained in the two documents. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted C--L-�— * 7 - Aull—I David A. Berridge Secretary c:\wp\data\traffic\minutes\1196 E3 _q(D lsz (DIM 21FICI m:il:ilEl SFZH cl 0 0 = 9 :LNZ II(D-4 CIIINI(DEI aF 21 Z:) T M NIT y�N S 1 �G Public Service Department TRANSPORTATION DIVISION -- � M 219 North Cesar Chavez Avenue Lansing,MI 48933-1317 �' J (517)483-4240 Fax(517)483-4395 f r �I i ( GLEIR,"� December 23, 1996 Marilynn Slade City Clerk City Hall Lansing, Michigan Re: Traffic Board Minutes Dear Ms. Slade: Attached are the draft Traffic Board minutes from the meeting held on November 13, 1996. Respectfully submitted, LANSING TRAFFIC BOARD J91 Faith Rach, Recording Secretary Enclosure c:\wp\data\traffic\draftmin.1tr uCni iol /lnn.,r+i ni+ i Cmnlnvnr' CITY OF LANSING PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING MEETING OF NOVEMBER 13, 1996 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mr. Haynes at 6:30 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Endres, Foltz, Haynes, Riddle, and Skillings Board Members Absent: Cook, Fuentes Visitors: Steve Church, Lee Mason, Robert Stebbins, Sharon Wilson MOTIONS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE None. ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF RULES Mr. Berridge recommended that all items under Reports from the Secretary be considered as Action Items. Riddle moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to consider all items under the Reports from the Secretary as Action Items. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Foltz moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held September 11, 1996. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 Foltz moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held October 9, 1996. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS 1. Parking Regulation Request #96-33: North Walnut Street Ms. Wilson explained that the private tenant parking lot located behind their business building at 209 N. Walnut does not possess sufficient space to provide visitor parking to the five businesses located in the building. The five meters located directly in front of the building are ten-hour meters which are being utilized for daily storage parking by employees of Traffic Board Proceedings - November 13, 1996 Page 2 nearby offices. Ms. Wilson indicated that a two-hour time limit at these five meters will encourage turnover parking needed by the patrons that use the businesses. 2. Parking Regulation Request #96-32: Chestnut, Lenawee, Kalamazoo Mr. Mason expressed his support on behalf of the Lansing School District for the Traffic Staff's recommendations with regard to the Chestnut area meter plan. 3. Traffic Investigation Report #96-22: Sparrow Avenue Mr. Church explained that the neighborhood group is still interested in any help the Board can provide with regard to examining the traffic problem in the Sparrow Avenue area. The neighborhood group wants to make sure that the neighborhood study will proceed as indicated in an earlier meeting. The group is still dissatisfied with traffic flow in the neighborhood. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS 1. Letter from Richard J. Halik, Superintendent of Schools Mr. Berridge gave a brief description of a letter received from Superintendent Halik regarding parking meter changes around the Continuing Education Center which is located on Lenawee Street. Foltz moved, Skillings seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place the letter on file. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 2. Traffic Board Appointment - Robert B. Stebbins Mr. Berridge introduced Mr. Stebbins who has been recommended to fill an At Large appointment on the Traffic Board. Foltz moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place the application information on file. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY 1. Parking Regulation #96-31: Mahlon Street The Transportation Division recommends making permanent the temporary parking regulation because site visits have confirmed that the Temporary Traffic Control Order (TTCO) has been effective in discouraging parking on the east side of Mahlon Street and that the temporary parking regulations are supported by the area residents. Riddle moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to make permanent the TTCO prohibiting parking on the east side Traffic Board Proceedings - November 13, 1996 Page 3 of Mahlon Street from Saginaw Street to Oakland Avenue; and on the west side of Mahlon Street from Oakland Avenue to 90 feet south of Oakland Avenue, and from 105 feet north of Saginaw Street to Saginaw Street. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 2. Parking Regulation Request #96-32: Chestnut, Lenawee, Kalamazoo The Transportation Division recommends that the metered parking plan as outlined in the diagram on page six be approved because the plan meets the needs of the parents and students that utilize the Lansing School District Administration Building facilities and the School District supports the proposed plan. Foltz moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to adopt the metered parking plan outlined below: The North side of KALAMAZOO STREET: no parking from Pine Street to 223 feet west of Pine Street; five hour metered parking 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM from 223 feet west of Pine Street to 333 feet west of Pine Street; no parking from 333 feet west of Pine Street to 63 feet west of Sycamore Street; five hour metered parking 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM , from 63 feet west of Sycamore Street to 116 feet west of Sycamore Street; no parking from 116 feet west of Sycamore Street to 219 feet west of Sycamore Street; five hour metered parking 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, from 219 feet west of Sycamore Street to 252 feet east of Butler Boulevard; and no parking from 252 feet east of Butler Boulevard to Butler Boulevard. The South side of KALAMAZOO STREET: no parking from Butler Boulevard to 205 feet east of Butler Boulevard; five hour metered parking 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, from 205 feet east of Butler Boulevard to 65 feet west of Sycamore Street; and no parking from 65 feet west of Sycamore Street to Pine Street. The East side of PINE STREET: no parking from Kalamazoo Street to 175 feet south of Kalamazoo Street; five hour metered parking 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, from 175 south of Kalamazoo Street to 76 feet north of Lenawee Street; no parking from 76 feet north of Lenawee Street to Lenawee Street; and five hour metered parking 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, from Lenawee Street to Hillsdale Street. The North side of LENAWEE STREET; no parking from Chestnut Street to 60 feet west of Chestnut Street; 15 minute parking, drop off / pickup zone, from 60 feet west of Chestnut Street to 65 feet east of Pine Street; and no parking from 65 feet east of Pine Street to Pine Street. The South side of LENAWEE STREET: no parking from Pine Street to 85 feet east of Pine Street; five hour metered parking 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, from 85 feet east of Pine Street to 89 feet west of Chestnut Street; no parking from 89 feet west of Chestnut Street to 35 feet east Chestnut Street; five hour metered parking 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, from 35 feet east of Chestnut Street to 63 feet west of Walnut Street; no parking from 63 feet west of Walnut Street to Walnut Street. Traffic Board Proceedings - November 13, 1996 Page 4 The East side of Chestnut Street: No parking from Hillsdale Street to 100 feet north of Hillsdale Street; five hour metered parking 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, from 100 feet north of Hillsdale Street to 90 feet south of Lenawee Street; no parking from 90 feet south of Lenawee Street to 60 feet north of Lenawee Street; five hour metered parking 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM from 60 feet north of Lenawee Street to 67 feet south of Kalamazoo Street; no parking from 67 feet south Kalamazoo Street to Kalamazoo Street. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 3. Parking Regulation Request 96-33: North Walnut Street Mr. Berridge explained that there is a need for short-term parking in this area. Staff have documented the need and discussed the issue with adjacent property owners. Mr. Haynes asked why the remaining six meters were not included in the plan. Mr. Berridge indicated that there is still a need for long term parking as well. The plan will create a balance addressing parking needs more effectively. The Transportation Division recommended that the ten-hour time limit of the affected meters be changed to a two-hour time limit for a trial period of ninety days. The Transportation Division staff will monitor the utilization of the new two-hour zone. Endres moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to change the five parking meters located on the west side of North Walnut Street, between Ottawa Street and the driveway at 215 North Walnut from a ten-hour time limit to a two-hour time limit. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 4. Traffic Control Request #96-34: Porter Street and Johnson Avenue The Transportation Division recommends making permanent the temporary stop sign installed for northbound traffic on Johnson Avenue at Porter Street based on low safe approach speed of the intersection, and to maintain existing parking regulations due to high demand for parking in this area. Endres moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation Division recommendation to maintain the existing parking regulations on Porter Street and to make permanent the TTCO requiring all northbound traffic on Johnson Avenue to stop prior to entering the intersection of Porter Street. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 5. Parking Regulation Request #96-35: East Park Terrace The Transportation Division recommended that temporary no parking restrictions on East Park Terrace become permanent which create corner clearance preventing congestion at the intersection of May Street. Traffic Board Proceedings - November 13, 1996 Page 5 Foltz moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation Division recommendation to prohibit parking on the east side of East Park Terrace from Old Saginaw Road to 75 feet north of Old Saginaw Road and from a point 75 feet south of May Street to May Street; and to prohibit parking on the west side of East Park Terrace from May Street to a point 75 feet south of May street and from a point 75 feet north of Old Saginaw Road to Old Saginaw Road. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 ACTION ITEMS None. TABLED ITEMS Skillings moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to consider the tabled item for action. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 1. Traffic Investigation Report ##96-22: Sparrow Avenue Mr. Berridge briefly reviewed the findings of the Traffic Investigation Report. The Transportation Division recommended that the median remain open and that the data gathered be included in the neighborhood study program scheduled for this area in the year 2000. Foltz moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place the Traffic Investigation Report on file. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 1. Board & Administrator, November, 1996 OLD BUSINESS None. NEW BUSINESS 1. Mr. Haynes reported that a sub-committee needs to be formed to prepare the Advisory Board Evaluation report. Mr. Endres, Ms. Foltz, Mr. Haynes and Ms. Skillings volunteered. Mr. Berridge explained that the evaluation process includes reviewing the division activities and making recommendations for the Board's consideration. Mr. Haynes explained that this process helps fulfill the Board's obligation under the City Charter. 2. Mr. Berridge distributed a copy of the Traffic Engineering Budget Summary and the Parking System Fund Budget Summary. Mr. Berridge explained that the process was initiated by the Public Traffic Board Proceedings - November 13, 1996 Page 6 Service Director where the divisions were instructed to prepare an estimated budget in advance of the full budget document. Mr. Berridge provided a thorough explanation of the materials contained in the two documents. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted David A. Berridge Secretary c:\wp\data\traffic\minutes\1196 CITY OF LANSING I ,� PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING MEETING OF NOVEMBER 13, 1996 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mr. Haynes at 6:30 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Endres, Foltz, Haynes, Riddle, and Skillings Board Members Absent: Cook, Fuentes Visitors: Steve Church, Lee Mason, Robert Stebbins, Sharon Wilson MOTIONS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE None. ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF RULES Mr. Berridge recommended that all items under Reports from the Secretary be considered as Action Items. Riddle moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to consider all items under the Reports from the Secretary as Action Items. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Foltz moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held September 11, 1996. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 Foltz moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held October 9, 1996. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS 1. Parking Regulation Request #96-33: North Walnut Street Ms. Wilson explained that the private tenant parking lot located behind their business building at 209 N. Walnut does not possess sufficient space to provide visitor parking to the five businesses located in the building. The five meters located directly in front of the building are ten-hour meters which are being utilized for daily storage parking by employees of Traffic Board Proceedings - November 13, 1996 Page 2 nearby offices. Ms. Wilson indicated that a two-hour time limit at these five meters will encourage turnover parking needed by the patrons that use the businesses. 2. Parking Regulation Request #96-32: Chestnut, Lenawee, Kalamazoo Mr. Mason expressed his support on behalf of the Lansing School District for the Traffic Staff's recommendations with regard to the Chestnut area meter plan. 3. Traffic Investigation Report #96-22: Sparrow Avenue Mr. Church explained that the neighborhood group is still interested in any help the Board can provide with regard to examining the traffic problem in the Sparrow Avenue area. The neighborhood group wants to make sure that the neighborhood study will proceed as indicated in an earlier meeting. The group is still dissatisfied with traffic flow in the neighborhood. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS 1. Letter from Richard J. Halik, Superintendent of Schools Mr. Berridge gave a brief description of a letter received from Superintendent Halik regarding parking meter changes around the Continuing Education Center which is located on Lenawee Street. Foltz moved, Skillings seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place the letter on file. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 2. Traffic Board Appointment - Robert B. Stebbins Mr. Berridge introduced Mr. Stebbins who has been recommended to fill an At Large appointment on the Traffic Board. Foltz moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place the application information on file. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY 1• Parking Regulation #96-31: Mahlon Street The Transportation Division recommends making permanent the temporary parking regulation because site visits have confirmed that the Temporary Traffic Control Order (TTCO) has been effective in discouraging parking on the east side of Mahlon Street and that the temporary parking regulations are supported by the area residents. Riddle moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to make permanent the TTCO prohibiting parking on the east side Traffic Board Proceedings - November 13, 1996 Page 3 of Mahlon Street from Saginaw Street to Oakland Avenue; and on the west side of Mahlon Street from Oakland Avenue to 90 feet south of Oakland Avenue, and from 105 feet north of Saginaw Street to Saginaw Street. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 2. Parking Regulation Request #96-32: Chestnut, Lenawee, Kalamazoo The Transportation Division recommends that the metered parking plan as outlined in the diagram on page six be approved because the plan meets the needs of the parents and students that utilize the Lansing School District Administration Building facilities and the School District supports the proposed plan. Foltz moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to adopt the metered parking plan outlined below: The North side of KALAMAZOO STREET: no parking from Pine Street to 223 feet west of Pine Street; five hour metered parking 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM from 223 feet west of Pine Street to 333 feet west of Pine Street; no parking from 333 feet west of Pine Street to 63 feet west of Sycamore Street; five hour metered parking 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM , from 63 feet west of Sycamore Street to 116 feet west of Sycamore Street; no parking from 116 feet west of Sycamore Street to 219 feet west of Sycamore Street; five hour metered parking 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, from 219 feet west of Sycamore Street to 252 feet east of Butler Boulevard; and no parking from 252 feet east of Butler Boulevard to Butler Boulevard. The South side of KALAMAZOO STREET: no parking from Butler Boulevard to 205 feet east of Butler Boulevard; five hour metered parking 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, from 205 feet east of Butler Boulevard to 65 feet west of Sycamore Street; and no parking from 65 feet west of Sycamore Street to Pine Street. The East side of PINE STREET: no parking from Kalamazoo Street to 175 feet south of Kalamazoo Street; five hour metered parking 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, from 175 south of Kalamazoo Street to 76 feet north of Lenawee Street; no parking from 76 feet north of Lenawee Street to Lenawee Street; and five hour metered parking 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, from Lenawee Street to Hillsdale Street. The North side of LENAWEE STREET; no parking from Chestnut Street to 60 feet west of Chestnut Street; 15 minute parking, drop off / pickup zone, from 60 feet west of Chestnut Street to 65 feet east of Pine Street; and no parking from 65 feet east of Pine Street to Pine Street. The South side of LENAWEE STREET: no parking from Pine Street to 85 feet east of Pine Street; five hour metered parking 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, from 85 feet east of Pine Street to 89 feet west of Chestnut Street; no parking from 89 feet west of Chestnut Street to 35 feet east Chestnut Street; five hour metered parking 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, from 35 feet east of Chestnut Street to 63 feet west of Walnut Street; no parking from 63 feet west of Walnut Street to Walnut Street. Traffic Board Proceedings - November 13, 1996 Page 4 The East side of Chestnut Street: No parking from Hillsdale Street to 100 feet north of Hillsdale Street; five hour metered parking 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, from 100 feet north of Hillsdale Street to 90 feet south of Lenawee Street; no parking from 90 feet south of Lenawee Street to 60 feet north of Lenawee Street; five hour metered parking 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM from 60 feet north of Lenawee Street to 67 feet south of Kalamazoo Street; no parking from 67 feet south Kalamazoo Street to Kalamazoo Street. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 3. Parking Regulation Request 96-33: North Walnut Street Mr. Berridge explained that there is a need for short-term parking in this area. Staff have documented the need and discussed the issue with adjacent property owners. Mr. Haynes asked why the remaining six meters were not included in the plan. Mr. Berridge indicated that there is still a need for long term parking as well. The plan will create a balance addressing parking needs more effectively. The Transportation Division recommended that the ten-hour time limit of the affected meters be changed to a two-hour time limit for a trial period of ninety days. The Transportation Division staff will monitor the utilization of the new two-hour zone. Endres moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to change the five parking meters located on the west side of North Walnut Street, between Ottawa Street and the driveway at 215 North Walnut from a ten-hour time limit to a two-hour time limit. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 4. Traffic Control Request #96-34: Porter Street and Johnson Avenue The Transportation Division recommends making permanent the temporary stop sign installed for northbound traffic on Johnson Avenue at Porter Street based on low safe approach speed of the intersection, and to maintain existing parking regulations due to high demand for parking in this area. Endres moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation Division recommendation to maintain the existing parking regulations on Porter Street and to make permanent the TTCO requiring all northbound traffic on Johnson Avenue to stop prior to entering the intersection of Porter Street. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 5. Parking Regulation Request #96-35: East Park Terrace The Transportation Division recommended that temporary no parking restrictions on East Park Terrace become permanent which create corner clearance preventing congestion at the intersection of May Street. Traffic Board Proceedings - November 13, 1996 Page 5 Foltz moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation Division recommendation to prohibit parking on the east side of East Park Terrace from Old Saginaw Road to 75 feet north of Old Saginaw Road and from a point 75 feet south of May Street to May Street; and to prohibit parking on the west side of East Park Terrace from May Street to a point 75 feet south of May street and from a point 75 feet north of Old Saginaw Road to Old Saginaw Road. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 ACTION ITEMS None. TABLED ITEMS Skillings moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to consider the tabled item for action. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 1. Traffic Investigation Report #96-22: Sparrow Avenue Mr. Berridge briefly reviewed the findings of the Traffic Investigation Report. The Transportation Division recommended that the median remain open and that the data gathered be included in the neighborhood study program scheduled for this area in the year 2000. Foltz moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place the Traffic Investigation Report on file. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 1 . Board & Administrator, November, 1996 OLD BUSINESS None. NEW BUSINESS 1. Mr. Haynes reported that a sub-committee needs to be formed to prepare the Advisory Board Evaluation report. Mr. Endres, Ms. Foltz, Mr. Haynes and Ms. Skillings volunteered. Mr. Berridge explained that the evaluation process includes reviewing the division activities and making recommendations for the Board's consideration. Mr. Haynes explained that this process helps fulfill the Board's obligation under the City Charter. 2. Mr. Berridge distributed a copy of the Traffic Engineering Budget Summary and the Parking System Fund Budget Summary. Mr. Berridge explained that the process was initiated by the Public Traffic Board Proceedings - November 13, 1996 Page 6 Service Director where the divisions were instructed to prepare an estimated budget in advance of the full budget document. Mr. Berridge provided a thorough explanation of the materials contained in the two documents. ADJOURNMENT' The meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted David A. Berridge Secretary c:\wp\data\traffic\minutes\1196 y�N S IBC Public Service Department TRANSPORTATION DIVISION M 219 North Cesar Chavez Avenue Lansing,MI 48933-1317 (517)483-4240 Fax(517)483-4395 CHIG �' January 10, 1997 Marilynn Slade City Clerk City Hall Lansing, Michigan Re: Traffic Board Minutes Dear Ms. Slade: Attached are the approved Traffic Board minutes from the meeting held on November 13, 1996. Please place these minutes on file. Respectfully submitted, LANSING TRAFFIC BOARD Faith Rach, Recording Secretary Enclosure cc: James Smiertka, w/enclosure c:\wp\data\traffic\mintrans.1tr CITY OF LANSING PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING OF OCTOBER 9, 1996 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mr. Haynes at 6:10 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Foltz, Haynes, Skillings, and Smith Board Members Absent: Cook, Endres, Fuentes, and Riddle Visitors: Catherine Church, Taveta Lambo, and Beth Parks Due to the lack of a quorum, no actions were taken. A decision was made to convene a committee meeting of the whole to allow the opportunity for public comments. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS 1. Parking Regulation Request #96-31: Mahlon Street Ms. Lambo expressed that the no parking regulation on Mahlon Street has been very effective. Passage down the street is now much easier. Ms. Parks, from Marshall Park Neighborhood Watch, explained that she attended the meeting to thank the Traffic Board for installing the parking regulation signs on Mahlon Street. 2. Traffic Investigation Report #96-22: Sparrow Avenue Ms. Church indicated she attended the meeting to hear the decision made by the Traffic Board on the Sparrow Avenue Traffic Investigation Report. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 1. Mayor's Parking & Downtown Development Advisory Committee Information Packet Mr. Berridge briefly discussed the contents of the MPDDAC packet. The packet is a composite study of the last two years of Committee activities. The information is provided to Board members for reference purposes. Minutes of future meetings will be provided and should be added to each board member's file. Traffic Board Proceedings - October 9, 1996 Page 2 2. Traffic Calming: Map of Neighborhood Study Areas Mr. Berridge reported that there have been on-going work activities associated with the recommendations in the report. Mr. Berridge explained the proposed schedule of study areas. The City Council has received copies of the schedule of study areas and have been supportive of the on-going activities. The information is for public dissemination. OLD BUSINESS None. NEW BUSINESS 1. Ms. Foltz reported that the crosswalk in front of Fairview has not been painted. The crosswalk should be located in the middle of the block by the school. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 6:40 p.m. 17/ submitted, David A. Berridge Secretary c:\wp\data\traffic\minutes\1096 y�rl S 1 �C Public Service Department TRANSPORTATION DIVISION M 219 North Cesar Chavez Avenue Lansing,Ml 48933-1317 (517)483-4240 Fax(517)483-4395 Ll I Y CLERi'\ November 5, 1996 Marilynn Slade City Clerk City Hall Lansing, Michigan Re: Traffic Board Minutes Dear Ms. Slade: Attached are the draft Traffic Board minutes from the meeting held on October 9, 1996. Respectfully submitted, LANSING TRAFFIC BOARD Faith Rach, Recording Secretary Enclosure c:\wp\data\traffic\draftmin.1tr 1:Z=' 'ter^ "V((''-D CITY OF LANSING ,. ,: ., PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT ' ,,; �.�,.,,' : ,`� (i� � 0; � TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE '_:f;P' .11'J C!� 'i TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING OF OCTOBER 9, 1996 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mr. Haynes at 6:10 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Foltz, Haynes, Skillings, and Smith Board Members Absent: Cook, Endres, Fuentes, and Riddle Visitors: Catherine Church, Taveta Lambo, and Beth Parks Due to the lack of a quorum, no actions were taken. A decision was made to convene a committee meeting of the whole to allow the opportunity for public comments. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS 1 . Parking Regulation Request 496-31: Mahlon Street Ms. Lambo expressed that the no parking regulation on Mahlon Street has been very effective. Passage down the street is now much easier. Ms. Parks, from Marshall Park Neighborhood Watch, explained that she attended the meeting to thank the Traffic Board for installing the parking regulation signs on Mahlon Street. 2. Traffic Investigation Report #96-22: Sparrow Avenue Ms. Church indicated she attended the meeting to hear the decision made by the Traffic Board on the Sparrow Avenue Traffic Investigation Report. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 1. Mayor's Parking & Downtown Development Advisory Committee Information Packet Mr. Berridge briefly discussed the contents of the MPDDAC packet. The packet is a composite study of the last two years of Committee activities. The information is provided to Board members for reference purposes. Minutes of future meetings will be provided and should be added to each board member's file. Traffic Board Proceedings - October 9, 1996 Page 2 2. Traffic Calming: Map of Neighborhood Study Areas Mr. Berridge reported that there have been on-going work activities associated with the recommendations in the report. Mr. Berridge explained the proposed schedule of study areas. The City Council has received copies of the schedule of study areas and have been supportive of the on-going activities. The information is for public dissemination. OLD BUSINESS None. NEW BUSINESS 1. Ms. Foltz reported that the crosswalk in front of Fairview has not been painted. The crosswalk should be located in the middle of the block by the school. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 6:40 p.m. Respectfully submitted, David A. Berridge 4 Secretary c:\wp\data\traffic\minutes\1096 I N V O I C E TRANSPORTATION DIVISION CITY OF LANSING Date Invoice 219 NORTH GRAND AVENUE LANSING MI 48933 11/19/96 2355 Bill CITY CLERK NOVEMBER METER BAGGING To: ro c cD i`n Description Amount THREE METERS ( 107-109) ON MICHIGAN 11/6/96 - 11/7/96 3M X 2D X $10 PER METER 60 . 00 TOTAL: 60 . 00 BALANCE DUE : 60 . 00 y�N S 1 �G Public Service Department TRANSPORTATION DIVISION � N 219 North Cesar Chavez Avenue Lansing,MI 48933-1317 (517)483-4240 P� Fax(517)483-4395 November 19, 1996 Marilynn Slade City Clerk City Hall Lansing, Michigan Re: Traffic Board Minutes Dear Ms. Slade: Attached are the approved Traffic Board minutes from the meeting held on October 9, 1996. Please place these minutes on file. Respectfully submitted, LANSING TRAFFIC BOARD Faith Rach, Reicording Secretary Enclosure cc: James Smiertka, w/enclosure c:\wp\data\traffic\mintrans.1tr "Fniin[ r)nnnrtiinity Fmnlnwnr" CITY OF LANSING PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE J 3; TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 11, 1996 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mr. Haynes at 6:15 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Endres, Foltz, Haynes, Riddle, and Smith Board Members Absent: Cook, Fuentes Visitors: Rick Disbrow, Carol Skillings MOTIONS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE None. ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF RULES Mr. Berridge recommended that all items under Reports from the Secretary be considered as Action Items. Smith moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to consider all items under the Reports from the Secretary as Action Items. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Smith moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held July 10, 1996. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 Smith moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held August 14, 1996. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS Mr. Disbrow made reference to a letter he sent to the Transportation Division regarding parking and traffic issues on Executive Drive and Andrew Jackson Drive. There are three separate issues that were presented. 1. A request that no parking be allowed on the south side of Andrew Jackson to the extent that it doesn't impede on Capitol Cadillac and a request of Traffic Board Proceedings - September 11, 1996 Page 2 one - two car lengths of no parking on either side of the entrance leading into Jackson National Life. 2. A request for no parking along Executive Drive where the property fronts Jackson National Life because of potential safety issues. If there are only parking restrictions on Andrew Jackson, those parkers will spill over onto Executive Drive. 3. A request for the installation of speed limit signage. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS 1. Traffic Investigation Report 196-26: Foster Avenue/Vine Street The Transportation Division recommended denying the request for a multi- way stop at Foster and Vine at this time. This site will be combined with Traffic Calming issues in the neighborhood area that will be studied next summer. Foltz moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place the report on file. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 2. Letter from Eleanor Love, Lansing Planning Board Smith moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place on file the letter received from Ms. Love expressing the Planning Board's support for the Neighborhood Study Program. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 3. Traffic Board Appointment - Carol Skillings Smith moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place on file the materials received regarding the appointment of Ms. Skillings to the Traffic Board. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 4. Traffic Investigation Report #96-30: Elizabeth Street/Leslie Street The Transportation recommended that the request for a four-way stop be denied and that the information be placed on file for the future Neighborhood Study in the area. Smith moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place the report on file. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 Traffic Board Proceedings - September 11, 1996 Page 3 REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY 1. Parking Regulation #96-23: Colvin Court The Transportation Division recommends making permanent the temporary parking regulation because of unanimous support of the residents on Colvin Court and because it serves the needs of the refuse collection vehicles. Smith moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to make permanent the temporary parking regulation prohibiting parking between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. , on both sides of Colvin Court, from Riley Street to the cul-de-sac, including the cul-de- sac. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 2. Parking Regulation Request #96-24: Bement Street The Transportation Division recommends that the temporary parking regulation be made permanent because of the support from the residents and its effectiveness in discouraging parking on the south side of Bement Street. Riddle moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division making permanent the temporary parking regulation prohibiting parking on the south side of Bement Street, from Pennsylvania Avenue to Holmes Street. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 3. Parking Regulation Request 96-25: Terminal Drive The Transportation Division recommends making the temporary parking regulation permanent due to reports received indicating the parking prohibition has discouraged motorists from parking across from Advance Glove's driveway which has provided easier access for delivery vehicles. Smith moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to make permanent the temporary traffic control prohibiting parking on the south side of Terminal Drive from 170 feet east of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard to 280 feet east of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 4. Traffic Control Request #96-28: Andrew Jackson Boulevard & Executive Drive The Transportation Division recommends the installation of a stop sign on Andrew Jackson Boulevard at the intersection of Executive Drive to provide greater safety for pedestrian traffic. Traffic Board Proceedings - September 11, 1996 Page 4 Smith moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation Division recommendation to install a stop sign on Andrew Jackson Boulevard at the intersection of Executive Drive. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 5. Parking Regulation Request #96-29: Andrew Jackson Boulevard & Executive Drive Mr. Berridge indicated that 95% of the congestion has to do with motor carriers loading and unloading vehicles in the street rather than on private property. Capitol Cadillac has agreed to have the motor carriers load and unload on their property in the future. Speed limit signs will be installed on Executive Drive. There was significant discussion about the differences between the staff recommendations contained in the Report from the Secretary and the compromise (Capitol Cadillac/Jackson National Life) proposal presented by Mr. Disbrow. The compromise proposal is a technically acceptable plan. However, it exceeds the staff recommendation and prohibits parking at more locations than absolutely necessary. Smith moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED. The Traffic Board unanimously recommended to implement the compromise proposal presented by Mr. Disbrow which included the following: 1 • No parking at any time on the east side of Executive Drive from 20 feet south of the southerly Jackson National Life driveway to 20 feet north of the northerly Jackson National Life driveway. 2• No parking corner clearances on both sides of Andrew Jackson Drive west of Executive Drive. 3. No parking driveway clearances on the south side of Andrew Jackson Drive east and west of the Jackson National Life parking lot driveway. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 6. Traffic Control Request #96-27: Ashley Drive and Haverhill Drive The Transportation Division recommends that a yield sign be installed on Haverhill Drive at Ashley Drive due to the low safe approach speed. The Transportation Division will be including the traffic speed and volume data collected in this study in the Neighborhood Study Program. Endres moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation Division recommendation that a yield sign be installed on Haverhill Drive at Ashley Drive; and the recommendation that the installation of multi-way stop signs at the intersection of Ashley Drive and Haverhill Drive be denied because the intersection does not meet the MMUTCD warrants for multi-way stops. Traffic Board Proceedings - September 11, 1996 Page 5 Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 ACTION ITEMS None. TABLED ITEMS 1. Traffic Investigation Report #96-22: Sparrow Avenue Mr. Berridge reported that Ms. Church has requested that this report remain as a tabled item for one more month since she is unable to attend the September meeting and will attend the meeting in October. Riddle moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to leave the item tabled until the October meeting. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 1 . Board & Administrator, September, 1996 OLD BUSINESS None. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 6:55 p.m. espectfully submitted, David A. Berridge Secretary c:\wp\data\traffic\minutes\0996 y�N S 1 �C Public Service Department TRANSPORTATION DIVISION � M 219 North Cesar Chavez Avenue Lansing,MI 48933-1317 (517)483-4240 P� Fax(517)483-4395 November 19, 1996 Marilynn Slade City Clerk City Hall Lansing, Michigan Re: Traffic Board Minutes Dear Ms. Slade: Attached are the approved Traffic Board minutes from the meeting held on September 11, 1996. Please place these minutes on file. Respectfully submitted, LANSING TRAFFIC BOARD Faith Rach, Recording Secretary Enclosure cc: James Smiertka, w/enclosure c:\wp\data\traffic\mintrans.1tr S IBC Public Service Department TRANSPORTATION DIVISION 219 North Cesar Chavez Avenue Lansing,M1 48933-1317 - . I i f I iV IJ (517)483-4240 Fax(517)483-4395 EP L CLE HI October 10, 1996 Marilynn Slade City Clerk City Hall Lansing, Michigan Re: Traffic Board Draft Minutes Submitted for September, 1996 Dear Ms. Slade: Please replace page four of the draft Traffic Board Minutes submitted for September, 1996, with the enclosed page four. Please contact me at ext. 4243 if you have any questions. Thank you. Sincerely, Faith Rach Recording Secretary Enclosure c:\wp\data\traffic\page4.996 "Eaual ODDortunitv Emrflover" Traffic Board Proceedings - September 11, 1996 Page 4 Smith moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation Division recommendation to install a stop sign on Andrew Jackson Boulevard at the intersection of Executive Drive. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 5. Parking Regulation Request #96-29: Andrew Jackson Boulevard & Executive Drive Mr. Berridge indicated that 95% of the congestion has to do with motor carriers loading and unloading vehicles in the street rather than on private property. Capitol Cadillac has agreed to have the motor carriers load and unload on their property in the future. Speed limit signs will be installed on Executive Drive. There was significant discussion about the differences between the staff recommendations contained in the Report from the Secretary and the compromise (Capitol Cadillac/Jackson National Life) proposal presented by Mr. Disbrow. The compromise proposal is a technically acceptable plan. However, it exceeds the staff recommendation and prohibits parking at more locations than absolutely necessary. Smith moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED. The Traffic Board unanimously recommended to implement the compromise proposal presented by Mr. Disbrow which included the following: 1. No parking at any time on the east side of Executive Drive from 20 feet south of the southerly Jackson National Life driveway to 20 feet north of the northerly Jackson National Life driveway. 2. No parking corner clearances on both sides of Andrew Jackson Drive west of Executive Drive. 3. No parking driveway clearances on the south side of Andrew Jackson Drive east and west of the Jackson National Life parking lot driveway. Yeas- 5 Nays: 0 6. Traffic Control Request #96-27: Ashley Drive and Haverhill Drive The Transportation Division recommends that a yield sign be installed on Haverhill Drive at Ashley Drive due to the low safe approach speed. The Transportation Division will be including the traffic speed and volume data collected in this study in the Neighborhood Study Program. Endres moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation Division recommendation that a yield sign be installed on Haverhill Drive at Ashley Drive; and the recommendation that the installation of multi-way stop signs at the intersection of Ashley Drive and Haverhill Drive be denied because the intersection does not meet the MMUTCD warrants for multi-way stops. S IBC Public Service Department TRANSPORTATION DIVISION r t � M ' 219 North Cesar Chavez Avenue Lansing,MI 48933-1317 1 Fit 2: 4 (517)483-4240 Fax(517)483-4395 �_.,", :, i,.. 11 i Y CLERKj� x1 � e� September 27, 1996 Marilynn Slade City Clerk City Hall Lansing, Michigan Re: Traffic Board Minutes Dear Ms. Slade: Attached are the draft Traffic Board minutes from the meeting held on September 11, 1996. Respectfully submitted, LANSING TRAFFIC BOARD Faith Rach, Recording Secretary Enclosure c:\wp\data\traffic\draftmin.1tr CITY OF LANSING PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 11, 1996 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mr. Haynes at 6:15 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Endres, Foltz, Haynes, Riddle, and Smith Board Members Absent: Cook, Fuentes Visitors: Rick Disbrow, Carol Skillings MOTIONS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE None. ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF RULES Mr. Berridge recommended that all items under Reports from the Secretary be considered as Action Items. Smith moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to consider all items under the Reports from the Secretary as Action Items. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Smith moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held July 10, 1996. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 Smith moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held August 14, 1996. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS Mr. Disbrow made reference to a letter he sent to the Transportation Division regarding parking and traffic issues on Executive Drive and Andrew Jackson Drive. There are three separate issues that were presented. 1. A request that no parking be allowed on the south side of Andrew Jackson to the extent that it doesn't impede on Capitol Cadillac and a request of Traffic Board Proceedings - September 11, 1996 Page 2 one - two car lengths of no parking on either side of the entrance leading into Jackson National Life. 2. A request for no parking along Executive Drive where the property fronts Jackson National Life because of potential safety issues. If there are only parking restrictions on Andrew Jackson, those parkers will spill over onto Executive Drive. 3. A request for the installation of speed limit signage. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS 1 . Traffic Investigation Report #96-26: Foster Avenue/Vine Street The Transportation Division recommended denying the request for a multi- way stop at Foster and Vine at this time. This site will be combined with Traffic Calming issues in the neighborhood area that will be studied next summer. Foltz moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place the report on file. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 2. Letter from Eleanor Love, Lansing Planning Board Smith moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place on file the letter received from Ms. Love expressing the Planning Board's support for the Neighborhood Study Program. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 3. Traffic Board Appointment - Carol Skillings Smith moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place on file the materials received regarding the appointment of Ms. Skillings to the Traffic Board. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 4. Traffic Investigation Report #96-30: Elizabeth Street/Leslie Street The Transportation recommended that the request for a four-way stop be denied and that the information be placed on file for the future Neighborhood Study in the area. Smith moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place the report on file. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 Traffic Board Proceedings - September 11, 1996 Page 3 REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY 1. Parking Regulation #96-23: Colvin Court The Transportation Division recommends making permanent the temporary parking regulation because of unanimous support of the residents on Colvin Court and because it serves the needs of the refuse collection vehicles. Smith moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to make permanent the temporary parking regulation prohibiting parking between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. , on both sides of Colvin Court, from Riley Street to the cul-de-sac, including the cul-de- sac. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 2. Parking Regulation Request #96-24: Bement Street The Transportation Division recommends that the temporary parking regulation be made permanent because of the support from the residents and its effectiveness in discouraging parking on the south side of Bement Street. Riddle moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division making permanent the temporary parking regulation prohibiting parking on the south side of Bement Street, from Pennsylvania Avenue to Holmes Street. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 3. Parking Regulation Request 96-25: Terminal Drive The Transportation Division recommends making the temporary parking regulation permanent due to reports received indicating the parking prohibition has discouraged motorists from parking across from Advance Glove's driveway which has provided easier access for delivery vehicles. Smith moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to make permanent the temporary traffic control prohibiting parking on the south side of Terminal Drive from 170 feet east of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard to 280 feet east of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 4. Traffic Control Request #96-28: Andrew Jackson Boulevard & Executive Drive The Transportation Division recommends the installation of a stop sign on Andrew Jackson Boulevard at the intersection of Executive Drive to provide greater safety for pedestrian traffic. Traffic Board Proceedings - September 11, 1996 Page 4 CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation Division recommendation to install a stop sign on Andrew Jackson Boulevard at the intersection of Executive Drive. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 5 . Parking Regulation Request #96-29: Andrew Jackson Boulevard & Executive Drive Mr. Berridge indicated that 95 o of the congestion has to do with motor carriers loading and unloading vehicles in the street rather than on private property. Capitol Cadillac has agreed to have the motor carriers load and unload on their property in the future. Speed limit signs will be installed on Executive Drive. There was significant discussion about the differences between the staff recommendations contained in the Report from the Secretary and the compromise (Capitol Cadillac/Jackson National Life) proposal presented by Mr. Disbrow. The compromise proposal is a technically acceptable plan. However, it exceeds the staff recommendation and prohibits parking at more locations than absolutely necessary. Smith moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED. The Traffic Board unanimously recommended to implement the compromise proposal presented by Mr. Disbrow which included the following: 1. No parking at any time on the east side of Executive Drive from 20 feet south of the southerly Jackson National Life driveway to 20 feet north of the northerly Jackson National Life driveway. 2. No parking corner clearances on both sides of Andrew Jackson Drive west of Executive Drive. 3. No parking driveway clearances on the south side of Andrew Jackson Drive east and west of the Jackson National Life parking lot driveway. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 6. Traffic Control Request #96-27: Ashley Drive and Haverhill Drive The Transportation Division recommends that a yield sign be installed on Haverhill Drive at Taw Drive due to the low safe approach speed. The Transportation Division will be including the traffic speed and volume data collected in this study in the Neighborhood Study Program. Endres moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation Division recommendation that a yield sign be installed on Haverhill Drive at Taw Drive; and the recommendation that the installation of multi-way stop signs at the intersection of Taw Drive and Haverhill Drive be denied because the intersection does not meet the MMUTCD warrants for multi-way stops. CITY OF LANSING __ � PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION C.XISiN:10 c!-I-y Li rr„ OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING OF AUGUST 14, 1996 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mr. Haynes at 6:15 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Endres, Foltz, Haynes, and Smith Board Members Absent: Cook, Fuentes, and Riddle Visitors: Catherine Church, Judith Evans, Heidi Doherty, and Carol Skillings Due to the lack of a quorum, no actions were taken. A decision was made to convene a committee meeting of the whole to allow the opportunity for public comments. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS 1. Traffic Investigation Report #96-22: Sparrow Avenue Ms. Church expressed that she disagreed with the findings of the Investigation Report on Sparrow Avenue. She explained that there is excessive speed and heavy traffic from GM employees during shift changes. There is considerable concern that vehicles are not stopping at the stop signs causing a safety hazard for the children in the area. It would be beneficial if the GM cut through traffic could be rerouted. Ms. Evans stated that the figures in the Investigation Report seemed minimal. There is a heavy amount of traffic traveling at high speeds. She indicated that vehicles are running the stop sign where Sparrow Avenue turns into Moores River Drive. She suggested that it may be beneficial to install a stop sign half-way between Martin Luther King Boulevard and Moores River Drive or install speed bumps in order to slow down traffic. Mr. Berridge explained that traffic studies are conducted when traffic conditions are normal, (i.e. schools open and factories operating) , for the area being studied. The objective of the study is to gather typical daily traffic flow data. The counters that are put in the street are used to collect the speed data of every vehicle that drives over the hoses during the study period. The data is presented on a percentage basis rather than the number of vehicles. The occasional speeder stands out because of the aggravation to the area residents. In the Sparrow Avenue area, the studies show a higher than normal volume of traffic however, there are very few accidents because of the roadway design. The crossover design allows for certain streets to be feeder streets to the neighborhood. The Traffic Board Proceedings - August 14, 1996 Page 2 issues of high speed and cut-through traffic in the Sparrow Avenue area will be included in the neighborhood study program. This area is scheduled for traffic calming review in 2001. 2. Traffic Investigation Report #96-26: Foster Avenue/Vine Street Ms. Doherty expressed that new studies have not been conducted in the area since the CSO construction began and that conditions in the area have changed since the last study. She indicated that the temporary traffic control order placed in effect January, 1994, seems to be considered permanent. The speed regulations are not being enforced by the police in the neighborhood. Speeding in the neighborhood is a very serious problem and it may be beneficial to change the stop sign to Foster at Vine. It may also be beneficial to conduct another traffic study now that the construction has nearly concluded. Mr. Bush indicated that there are some fairly significant traffic problems in the Foster/Vine area. A request has been received for the installation of another multi-way stop sign in this area. It has been very difficult to update existing data because of the CSO construction activity however, there was a period in the spring when data was gathered. These studies indicate that the multi-way stops and 9hange in stop patterns did have an impact at the intersections however, the mid-block speeds increased. It was determined that additional multi-way stops and traffic control are not reducing mid-block speeds or traffic volume. The problem stems from the lack of an effective north/south corridor in this end of town. The goal would be to route vehicular traffic back onto the major streets and away from the neighborhoods. This area has been scheduled for a neighborhood study through the traffic calming program in 1997. Ms. Doherty indicated that the street sign at Foster and Vine has been missing for months and needs to be replaced. Mr. Berridge gave a brief description of the traffic calming program and the areas that will be involved. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 7:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted, David A. Berr Adge Secretary c:\wp\data\traffic\minutes\0896 N S IBC Public Service Department TRANSPORTATION DIVISION � M 219 North Cesar Chavez Avenue Lansing,MI 48933-1317 (517)483-4240 P� Fax(517)483-4395 September 12, 1996 Marilynn Slade City Clerk City Hall Lansing, Michigan Re: Traffic Board-Minutes Dear Ms. Slade: Attached are the approved Traffic Board minutes from the meeting held on July 10, 1996. Please place these minutes on file. Respectfully submitted, LANSING TRAFFIC BOARD Faith Rach, Recording Secretary Enclosure cc: James Smiertka, w/enclosure c:\wp\data\traffic\mintrans.1tr CITY OF LANSING PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING OF AUGUST 14, 1996 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mr. Haynes at 6:15 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Endres, Foltz, Haynes, and Smith Board Members Absent: Cook, Fuentes, and Riddle Visitors: Catherine Church, Judith Evans, Heidi Doherty, and Carol Skillings Due to the lack of a quorum, no actions were taken. A decision was made to convene a committee meeting of the whole to allow the opportunity for public comments. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS 1 . Traffic Investigation Report #96-22: Sparrow Avenue Ms. Church expressed that she disagreed with the findings of the Investigation Report on Sparrow Avenue. She explained that there is excessive speed and heavy traffic from GM employees during shift changes. There is considerable concern that vehicles are not stopping at the stop signs causing a safety hazard for the children in the area. It would be beneficial if the GM cut through traffic could be rerouted. Ms. Evans stated that the figures in the Investigation Report seemed minimal. There is a heavy amount of traffic traveling at high speeds. She indicated that vehicles are running the stop sign where Sparrow Avenue turns into Moores River Drive. She suggested that it may be beneficial to install a stop sign half-way between Martin Luther King Boulevard and Moores River Drive or install speed bumps in order to slow down traffic. Mr. Berridge explained that traffic studies are conducted when traffic conditions are normal, (i.e. schools open and factories operating) , for the area being studied. The objective of the study is to gather typical daily traffic flow data. The counters that are put in the street are used to collect the speed data of every vehicle that drives over the hoses during the study period. The data is presented on a percentage basis rather than the number of vehicles. The occasional speeder stands out because of the aggravation to the area residents. In the Sparrow Avenue area, the studies show a higher than normal volume of traffic however, there are very few accidents because of the roadway design. The crossover design allows for certain streets to be feeder streets to the neighborhood. The Traffic Board Proceedings - August 14, 1996 Page 2 issues of high speed and cut-through traffic in the Sparrow Avenue area will be included in the neighborhood study program. This area is scheduled for traffic calming review in 2001. 2. Traffic Investigation Report #96-26: Foster Avenue/Vine Street Ms. Doherty expressed that new studies have not been conducted in the area since the CSO construction began and that conditions in the area have changed since the last study. She indicated that the temporary traffic control order placed in effect January, 1994, seems to be considered permanent. The speed regulations are not being enforced by the police in the neighborhood. Speeding in the neighborhood is a very serious problem and it may be beneficial to change the stop sign to Foster at Vine. It may also be beneficial to conduct another traffic study now that the construction has nearly concluded. Mr. Bush indicated that there are some fairly significant traffic problems in the Foster/Vine area. A request has been received for the installation of another multi-way stop sign in this area. It has been very difficult to update existing data because of the CSO construction activity however, there was a period in the spring when data was gathered. These studies indicate that the multi-way stops and change in stop patterns did have an impact at the intersections however, the mid-block speeds increased. It was determined that additional multi-way stops and traffic control are not reducing mid-block speeds or traffic volume. The problem stems from the lack of an effective north/south corridor in this end of town. The goal would be to route vehicular traffic back onto the major streets and away from the neighborhoods. This area has been scheduled for a neighborhood study through the traffic calming program in 1997. Ms. Doherty indicated that the street sign at Foster and Vine has been missing for months and needs to be replaced. Mr. Berridge gave a brief description of the traffic calming program and the areas that will be involved. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 7:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Z David aABe�rr Adge+ Secretary c:\wp\data\traffic\minutes\0896 S I `�c Public Service Department TRANSPORTATION DIVISION � M 219 North Cesar Chavez Avenue Lansing,MI 48933-1317 (517)483-4240 f P� Fax(517)483-4395 L,,'l,lry1 j11NUG CITY Y CLER cHIO August 28, 1996 Marilynn Slade City Clerk City Hall Lansing, Michigan Re: Traffic Board Minutes Dear Ms. Slade: Attached are the draft Traffic Board minutes from the meeting held on August 14, 1996. Respectfully submitted, LANSING TRAFFIC BOARD _aiii, Faith Rach, Recording Secretary Enclosure c:\wp\data\traffic\draftmin.1tr CITY OF LANSING PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT > > 312 TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE �r�'J"iJltav v I 1 C��I1i1 TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING MEETING OF JULY 10, 1996 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mr. Haynes at 5:25 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Endres, Foltz, Haynes, Riddle, and Smith Board Members Absent: Cook, Fuentes MOTIONS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE Ms. Fuentes requested an excused absence. Riddle moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to issue Ms. Fuentes an excused absence. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF RULES Mr. Berridge recommended that all items under Reports from the Secretary be considered as Action Items. Smith moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to consider all items under the Reports from the Secretary as Action Items. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Smith moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held June 12, 1996. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS Mr. Berridge reported that he received a call from Ms. Catherine Church, who requested the Sparrow Avenue Traffic Investigation Report item be tabled and placed on the agenda for the August Traffic Board meeting, since she would not be able to attend tonight's meeting and can attend the August meeting. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS Traffic Board Proceedings - July 10, 1996 Page 2 CARRIED, to receive and place on file the letter received from Mr. Foley thanking the Traffic Board for the installation of a traffic signal at High Street and Lake Lansing Road. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 2. Letter from Carol Seamon Ms. Smith moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place on file the letter received from Ms. Seamon which states her opposition to the installation of a stop sign at Fairview and Lyman. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 3. Traffic Investigation Report #96-22: Sparrow Avenue Ms. Foltz moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to move Traffic Investigation Report #96-22: Sparrow Avenue to tabled items for review at the August Traffic Board meeting. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY 1 . Parking Regulation Request: Maryland Avenue #96-19 The Transportation Division recommends making the Temporary Traffic Control Order permanent because of its effectiveness in discouraging residents from parking on the east side of Maryland Avenue. Mr. Endres inquired if there was a city policy regarding the width of a street when parking occurs on both sides of the street. Mr. Berridge explained the desired design width of a street accommodating parking on both sides would be 36 feet to provide a sufficient width for roadway traffic. There is no written policy regarding the width, however, the experience has been that parking intensity will often impact whether there is parking on both sides. Areas that have a lot of on-street parking with a narrow roadway will most likely have parking restrictions to provide sufficient access for roadway traffic. Smith, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to make permanent the Temporary Traffic Control Order prohibiting parking on the east side of Maryland Avenue from Grand River Avenue to Ormond Street. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 2. Request for Traffic Control: Larch Street at Douglas Avenue #96-20 The Transportation Division recommends that an actuated left turn phase for north and southbound Larch Street at Douglas Avenue and Lake Traffic Board Proceedings - July 10, 1996 Page 3 The Transportation Division recommends that an actuated left turn phase for north and southbound Larch Street at Douglas Avenue and Lake Lansing Road be installed in order to address safety concerns and to minimize the negative impact on intersection capacity. Smith moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division for an actuated left turn phase for north and southbound Larch Street at Douglas Avenue-and Lake Lansing Road. This report and recommendation will be forwarded to MDOT for their review. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 3. Request for Traffic and Parking Regulations: Shiawassee Street #96-21 The Transportation Division recommends making permanent the Temporary Traffic Control Orders which were established in anticipation of the opening of the Shiawassee Street Bridge on July 1 , 1996. Foltz moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to make the Temporary Traffic Control Orders permanent that: (1) establishes an exclusive right turn lane for eastbound Shiawassee Street at Cedar Street; (2) establishes an exclusive right turn lane for westbound Shiawassee Street at Grand Avenue; and (3) prohibits "Stopping, Standing and Parking" on both sides of Shiawassee Street from Cedar Street to Grand Avenue. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 ACTION ITEMS None. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 1. Board & Administrator, July, 1996 OLD BUSINESS None. NEW BUSINESS 1. Mr. Berridge made reference to an article appearing in today's addition of the Lansing State Journal which covered a press release from last week announcing the opening and operation of four new parking lots. A. The lot on the north end of Pere Marquette by Shiawassee has opened as a permanent facility. Twenty spaces are committed to the Blue Coyote for employee parking, the remaining thirty-five spaces will be available for permit sales. Traffic Board Proceedings - July 10, 1996 Page 4 C. Blue Coyote valet operations have been moved away from 'the parking lot in front of the stadium to the Action Auto property. There will be eighty permit spaces available in the Action Auto Lot running Monday through Friday 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Blue Coyote will have sixty spaces for their daytime valet operation. On game evenings, they will be able to use up to one hundred spaces. D. The gravel lot across from the Nut House, next to the Lansing Center, will be improved to provide a forty-four space lot. It is anticipated the lot will open sometime in August. E. Ninety-three spaces have been added to Lot 15 where the old Liskey's building used to be located. The lot will provide permit parking during the day and baseball parking in the evening. 2. Ms. Smith explained that there is a hazard turning out onto Kalamazoo Street from the Capitol Commons parking lot just west of Sycamore Street where there is parking on both sides of the street. Mr. Berridge indicated he would investigate the situation. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted, 2 , 4 David A. Berridge Secretary c:\wp\data\traffic\minutes\0796 N S IBC Public Service Department TRANSPORTATION DIVISION 219 North Cesar Chavez Avenue Lansing,MI 48933-1317 (517)483-4240 f P� Fax(517)483-4395 CHiG September 12, 1996 Marilynn Slade City Clerk City Hall Lansing, Michigan Re: Traffic Board Minutes Dear Ms. Slade: Attached are the approved Traffic Board minutes from the meeting held on August 14, 1996. Please place these minutes on file. Respectfully submitted, LANSING TRAFFIC BOARD AC��� � Faith Rach, Recording Secretary Enclosure cc: James Smiertka, w/enclosure c:\wp\data\traffic\mintrans.1tr y�N S Public Service Department TRANSPORTATION DIVISION r; ;- �. E l"1 219 North Cesar Chavez Avenue Lansing,MI 48933-1317 !�� v (517)483-4240 Fax(517)483-4395 CITY CLERK August 5, 1996 Marilynn Slade City Clerk City Hall Lansing, Michigan Re: Traffic Board Minutes Dear Ms. Slade: Attached are the draft Traffic Board minutes from the meeting held on July 10, 1996. Respectfully submitted, LANSING TRAFFIC BOARD Jat�A- R(udj Faith Rach, Recording Secretary Enclosure c:\wp\data\traffic\draftmin.ltr P CITY OF LANSING PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING MEETING OF JULY 10, 1996 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mr. Haynes at 5:25 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Endres, Foltz, Haynes, Riddle, and Smith Board Members Absent: Cook, Fuentes MOTIONS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE Ms. Fuentes requested an excused absence. Riddle moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to issue Ms. Fuentes an excused absence. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF RULES Mr. Berridge recommended that all items under Reports from the Secretary be considered as Action Items. Smith moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to consider all items under the Reports from the Secretary as Action Items. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Smith moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held June 12, 1996. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS Mr. Berridge reported that he received a call from Ms. Catherine Church, who requested the Sparrow Avenue Traffic Investigation Report item be tabled and placed on the agenda for the August Traffic Board meeting, since she would not be able to attend tonight's meeting and can attend the August meeting. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS Traffic Board Proceedings - July 10, 1996 Page 2 CARRIED, to receive and place on file the letter received from Mr. Foley thanking the Traffic Board for the installation of a traffic signal at High Street and Lake Lansing Road. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 2. Letter from Carol Seamon Ms. Smith moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place on file the letter received from Ms. Seamon which states her opposition to the installation of a stop sign at Fairview and Lyman. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 3. Traffic Investigation Report 496-22: Sparrow Avenue Ms. Foltz moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to move Traffic Investigation Report #96-22: Sparrow Avenue to tabled items for review at the August Traffic Board meeting. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY 1. Parking Regulation Request: Maryland Avenue #96-19 The Transportation Division recommends making the Temporary Traffic Control Order permanent because of its effectiveness in discouraging residents from parking on the east side of Maryland Avenue. Mr. Endres inquired if there was a city policy regarding the width of a street when parking occurs on both sides of the street. Mr. Berridge explained the desired design width of a street accommodating parking on both sides would be 36 feet to provide a sufficient width for roadway traffic. There is no written policy regarding the width, however, the experience has been that parking intensity will often impact whether there is parking on both sides. Areas that have a lot of on-street parking with a narrow roadway will most likely have parking restrictions to provide sufficient access for roadway traffic. Smith, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to make permanent the Temporary Traffic Control Order prohibiting parking on the east side of Maryland Avenue from Grand River Avenue to Ormond Street. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 2. Request for Traffic Control: Larch Street at Douglas Avenue #96-20 The Transportation Division recommends that an actuated left turn phase for north and southbound Larch Street at Douglas Avenue and Lake Traffic Board Proceedings - July 10, 1996 Page 3 The Transportation Division recommends that an actuated left turn phase for north and southbound Larch Street at Douglas Avenue and Lake Lansing Road be installed in order to address safety concerns and to minimize the negative impact on intersection capacity. Smith moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division for an actuated left turn phase for north and southbound Larch Street at Douglas Avenue and Lake Lansing Road. This report and recommendation will be forwarded to MDOT for their review. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 3. Request for Traffic and Parking Regulations: Shiawassee Street #96-21 The Transportation Division recommends making permanent the Temporary Traffic Control Orders which were established in anticipation of the opening of the Shiawassee Street Bridge on July 1, 1996. Foltz moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to make the Temporary Traffic Control Orders permanent that: (1) establishes an exclusive right turn lane for eastbound Shiawassee Street at Cedar Street; (2) establishes an exclusive right turn lane for westbound Shiawassee Street at Grand Avenue; and (3) prohibits "Stopping, Standing and Parking" on both sides of Shiawassee Street from Cedar Street to Grand Avenue. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 ACTION ITEMS None. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 1 . Board & Administrator, July, 1996 OLD BUSINESS None. NEW BUSINESS 1. Mr. Berridge made reference to an article appearing in today's addition of the Lansing State Journal which covered a press release from last week announcing the opening and operation of four new parking lots. A. The lot on the north end of Pere Marquette by Shiawassee has opened as a permanent facility. Twenty spaces are committed to the Blue Coyote for employee parking, the remaining thirty-five spaces will be available for permit sales. Traffic Board Proceedings - July 10, 1996 Page 4 C. Blue Coyote valet operations have been moved away from 'the parking lot in front of the stadium to the Action Auto property. There will be eighty permit spaces available in the Action Auto Lot running Monday through Friday 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Blue Coyote will have sixty spaces for their daytime valet operation. On game evenings, they will be able to use up to one hundred spaces. D. The gravel lot across from the Nut House, next to the Lansing Center, will be improved to provide a forty-four space lot. It is anticipated the lot will open sometime in August. E. Ninety-three spaces have been added to Lot 15 where the old Liskey's building used to be located. The lot will provide permit parking during the day and baseball parking in the evening. 2. Ms. Smith explained that there is a hazard turning out onto Kalamazoo Street from the Capitol Commons parking lot just west of Sycamore Street where there is parking on both sides of the street. Mr. Berridge indicated he would investigate the situation. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted, 11 W- 4 David A. Berridge Secretary c:\wp\data\traffic\minutes\0796 Traffic Board Proceedings - September 11, 1996 Page 5 Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 ACTION ITEMS None. TABLED ITEMS 1 . Traffic Investigation Report #96-22: Sparrow Avenue Mr. Berridge reported that Ms. Church has requested that this report remain as a tabled item for one more month since she is unable to attend the September meeting and will attend the meeting in October. Riddle moved, Foltz seconded, CARRIED, to leave the item tabled until the October meeting. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 1. Board & Administrator, September, 1996 OLD BUSINESS None. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 6:55 p.m. Respectfully submitted, David A. Berridge Secretary c:\wp\data\traffic\minutes\0996 CITY OF LANSING " ° -:_I v ,�D PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION JUL -5 P?i y: 01 TRAFFIC BOARD MEETING �4NSING CITY CLERK **5:15 P.M.** DULY 10, 1996 AGENDA TRANSPORTATION CONFERENCE ROOM 201 NORTH GRAND AVENUE **PLEASE NOTE CHANGED MEETING TIME A. CALL TO ORDER 1. Roll Call 2. Motions for Excused Absences 3. Items for Suspension of Rules B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Minutes of the meeting held June 12, 1996. C. 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. ) D. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS 1. Letter from Robert T. Foley 2. Letter from Carol Seamon 3. Traffic Investigation Report, Traffic Control Request: Sparrow Avenue #96-22 E. REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY 1. Parking Regulation Request: Maryland Avenue #96-19 2. Request for Traffic Control: Larch Street at Douglas Avenue #96-20 3. Request for Traffic and Parking Regulations: Shiawassee Street #96-21 F. ACTION ITEMS t G. TABLED ITEMS 1 CITY OF LANSING PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING MEETING OF JUNE 12, 1996 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mr. Haynes at 6:07 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Cook, Endres, Foltz, Haynes, Riddle, and Smith Board Members Absent: Fuentes Visitors: Patricia Fitzpatrick, Chris Spalding MOTIONS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE Ms. Fuentes requested an excused absence. Smith moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to issue Ms. Fuentes an excused absence. Yeas: 5 Nays: 1 (Cook) ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF RULES Mr. Berridge recommended that all items under Reports from the Secretary be considered as Action Items. Smith moved, Cook seconded, CARRIED, to consider all items under the Reports from the Secretary as Action Items. Yeas: 6 Nays: 0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Endres moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held May 8, 1996. Yeas: 6 Nays: 0 PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS Mr. Spalding explained that the nature of driving practices on Fairview Avenue has changed considerably in the past thirty years. There is a high volume of vehicles that are traveling in the 40 - 50 MPH range. This is causing a safety problem in a neighborhood where there many small children. There is a lot of cut through traffic as well. With the increase of teenage drivers and the development to the north, a stop sign installed at the intersection of Fairview Avenue and Lyman Street may provide a safety benefit. Mr. Spalding indicated that he Traffic Board Proceedings - June 12, 1996 Page 2 collected signatures on a petition from residents living on all adjoining streets onto Fairview Avenue that support the request to install a stop sign. Ms. Fitzpatrick, reported that the parking and traffic regulation changes on Attwood Drive have been very beneficial and would support making the changes permanent. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS 1 . Traffic Investigation Report: Fairview Avenue and Lyman Street #96-18 Mr. Berridge indicated that there was a three-way stop installed at the intersection of Fairview Avenue and Mark a few years ago that was ineffective in improving safety and reducing speed. There is not sufficient data to support installation of a stop sign. There has only been one accident at that intersection in the past six years. The safety record for this street is good. There is not a high volume of cut through traffic. Fairview Avenue functions as an entrance and exit into the neighborhood. Ms. Foltz asked if there is appropriate signage that could assist with the safety and speeding problem. Mr. Berridge indicated that there are speed limit signs in the northbound direction on Fairview Avenue. The issue regarding speeding will be included in the future neighborhood study program. Cook moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place the report on file. Yeas: 6 Nays: 0 REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY 1 . Request for Traffic Control: Attwood Drive #96-14 The Transportation Division recommends that the Temporary Traffic Control Order on Attwood Drive be made permanent. Riddle, Cook seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to make permanent the Temporary Traffic Control Order on Attwood Drive which; 1) converts Attwood Drive to "One Way" east bound operation between the hours of 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. on school days; 2) converts the north side of Attwood Drive from Washington Avenue to Manor Drive from unrestricted parking to "No Stopping, Standing, Parking" 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. on school days; 3) removes the "No Parking" regulation on the south side on Attwood Drive from 100 feet west of Washington Avenue to Manor Drive, with the exception of the loading / unloading zone; 4) creates a 150-foot long "No Standing or Parking" loading/unloading zone directly in front of Attwood School; and 5) modifies the turn restriction signing at the Attwood Drive / Washington Avenue intersection to reflect the above changes. Yeas: 6 Nays: 0 Traffic Board Proceedings - June 12, 1996 Page 3 2. Parking Regulation Request: S. Genessee Drive #96-15 The Transportation Division recommends that the temporary parking regulation be made permanent because of the support from the residents and its effectiveness in discouraging all day parking by employees of G.M.Is Plant 6. Cook moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division that the temporary parking regulation be made permanent creating a two-hour parking zone on the north side of South Genessee Drive between Memphis and Verlinden. Yeas: 6 Nays: 0 3. Parking Regulation Request: Sunset Avenue #96-16 The Transportation Division recommends to make permanent the temporary parking regulation prohibiting stopping, standing, and parking between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. to allow trucks more room to turn onto Sunset Avenue until intersection improvements can be made. Smith moved, Cook seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to make permanent the temporary parking regulation prohibiting stopping, standing, and parking between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on the east side of Sunset Street from Willow Street to 265 feet north of Willow Street. Yeas: 6 Nays: 0 4. Parking Regulation Request: LeGrand Drive #96-17 The Transportation Division recommends that the temporary parking regulation be made permanent because they are effective in clearing the intersection of LeGrand Drive and Walton Drive of parked vehicles. Cook moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation Division to make permanent the temporary parking regulation which prohibits parking in the following locations: 1) the south side of LeGrand Drive from 80 feet west of Walton Drive to Walton Drive; 2) the north side of LeGrand Drive from Walton Drive to 65 feet west of the Walton Drive; 3) the east side of Walton Drive from 40 feet south of LeGrand Drive to LeGrand Drive; and 4) the west side of Walton Drive from LeGrand Drive to 55 feet south of LeGrand Drive. Yeas: 6 Nays: 0 ACTION ITEMS 1. Elections of Officers Traffic Board Proceedings - June 12, 1996 Page 4 Cook moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to have Mr. Haynes serve as Chairperson for FY 1996-1997. Yeas: 6 Nays: 0 Smith moved, Cook seconded, CARRIED, to have Mr. Endres serve as Vice-Chairperson for FY 1996- 1997. Yeas: 5 Nays: 1 (Endres) INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 1 . Board & Administrator, June, 1996 OLD BUSINESS 1 . FY97 - Transportation Division Budget Mr. Berridge provided a summary of the major components of the FY 96-97 Transportation Division Budget related to ACT 51 and General Fund. Discussion regarding the Parking Fund budget was deferred until a later date. 1. Mr. Riddle asked if Administration will be making a recommendation to Council to rescind evening/Saturday parking meter operations based on the negative articles in the newspaper. Mr. Berridge reported that Administration has made a decision to make a recommendation to Council to eliminate evening/Saturday parking meter operations effective July 1, 1996. 2. Mr. Berridge reported that two additional parking lots will be developed. One is located behind the old Action Auto property on Michigan which will provide an additional 130 - 140 spaces. A temporary surface lot will be developed at the northwest corner of Cedar and Michigan next to the Lansing Center which will provide approximately forty spaces. Ms. Foltz asked if there was any activity regarding the sale of outlying lots. Mr. Berridge indicated that the lot on West Saginaw at Westmoreland will probably be sold in the next six months. We are currently in the process of getting Planning Board approval for the purchase. 3. Mr. Endres asked if the City has the authority to force the State to pave dirt lots within the City due to the amount of erosion and run off into the sewer system. Mr. Berridge explained that the City does not have jurisdiction over the State. Ms. Jadun communicated to the Department of Management and Budget five months ago about the seriousness of the situation. 4. Mr. Cook made reference to section 3.6.a in the Rules of Administrative Procedure which states "In the event a Board member is absent from three consecutive regular meetings or twenty-five percent (25%) of all meetings in any 12 month period, any Board member may ask that subject member explain his/her absences." Mr. Cook indicated that Ms. Fuentes' absences Traffic Board Proceedings - June 12, 1996 Page 5 fit this criteria and requests that Ms. Fuentes be asked to explain her absences. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m. Respectfully submitted, David A. Berridge Secretary c:\wp\data\traffic\minutes\0696 y�N S IBC Public Service Department TRANSPORTATION DIVISION � M 219 North Cesar Chavez Avenue Lansing,MI 48933-1317 (517)483-4240 Fax(517)483-4395 rC July 11, 1996 Marilynn Slade City Clerk City Hall Lansing, Michigan Re: Traffic Board Minutes Dear Ms. Slade: Attached are the approved Traffic Board minutes from the meeting held on June 12, 1996. Please place these minutes on file. Respectfully submitted, LANSING TRAFFIC BOARD jat;t-13�— Faith Rach, Recording Secretary Enclosure cc: James Smiertka, w/enclosure c:\wp\data\traffic\mintrans.1tr CITY of LANSING INTEROFFICE COMMUNICATION c i June 25, 1996 Marilynn Slade City Clerk City Hall Lansing, Michigan Re: Traffic Board Minutes Dear Ms. Slade: Attached are the draft Traffic Board minutes from the meeting held on June 12, 1996. Respectfully submitted, LANSING TRAFFIC BOARD Faith Rach, Recording Secretary Enclosure c:\wp\data\traffic\draftmin.1tr CITY OF LANSING PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING MEETING OF DUNE 12, 1996 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mr. Haynes at 6:07 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Cook, Endres, Foltz, Haynes, Riddle, and Smith Board Members Absent: Fuentes Visitors: Patricia Fitzpatrick, Chris Spalding MOTIONS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE Ms. Fuentes requested an excused absence. Smith moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to issue Ms. Fuentes an excused absence. Yeas: 5 Nays: 1 (Cook) ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF RULES Mr. Berridge recommended that all items under Reports from the Secretary be considered as Action Items. Smith moved, Cook seconded, CARRIED, to consider all items under the Reports from the Secretary as Action Items. Yeas: 6 Nays: 0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Endres moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held May 8, 1996. Yeas: 6 Nays: 0 PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS Mr. Spalding explained that the nature of driving practices on Fairview Avenue has changed considerably in the past thirty years. There is a high volume of vehicles that are traveling in the 40 - 50 MPH range. This is causing a safety problem in a neighborhood where there many small children. There is a lot of cut through traffic as well. With the increase of teenage drivers and the development to the north, a stop sign installed at the intersection of Fairview Avenue and Lyman Street may provide a safety benefit. Mr. Spalding indicated that he 1 4"), 1 Traffic Board Proceedings - May 8, 1996 �,. �, U��' " Page 2 collected signatures on a petition from residents living on all adjoining streets onto Fairview Avenue that support the request to install a stop sign. Ms. Fitzpatrick, reported that the parking and traffic regulation changes on Attwood Drive have been very beneficial and would support making the changes permanent. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS 1 . Traffic Investigation Report: Fairview Avenue and Lyman Street #96-18 Mr. Berridge indicated that there was a three-way stop installed at the intersection of Fairview Avenue and Mark a few years ago that was ineffective in improving safety and reducing speed. There is not sufficient data to support installation of a stop sign. There has only been one accident at that intersection in the past six years. The safety record for this street is good. There is not a high volume of cut through traffic. Fairview Avenue functions as an entrance and exit into the neighborhood. Ms. Foltz asked if there is appropriate signage that could assist with the safety and speeding problem. Mr. Berridge indicated that there are speed limit signs in the northbound direction on Fairview Avenue. The issue regarding speeding will be included in the future neighborhood study program. Cook moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place the report on file. Yeas: 6 Nays: 0 REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY 1. Request for Traffic Control: Attwood Drive #96-14 The Transportation Division recommends that the Temporary Traffic Control Order on Attwood Drive be made permanent. Riddle, Cook seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to make permanent the Temporary Traffic Control Order on Attwood Drive which; 1) converts Attwood Drive to "One Way" east bound operation between the hours of 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. on school days; 2) converts the north side of Attwood Drive from Washington Avenue to Manor Drive from unrestricted parking to "No Stopping, Standing, Parking" 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. on school days; 3) removes the "No Parking" regulation on the south side on Attwood Drive from 100 feet west of Washington Avenue to Manor Drive, with the exception of the loading / unloading zone; 4) creates a 150-foot long "No Standing or Parking" loading/unloading zone directly in front of Attwood School; and 5) modifies the turn restriction signing at the Attwood Drive / Washington Avenue intersection to reflect the above changes. Yeas: 6 Nays: 0 Traffic Board Proceedings - May 8, 1996 Page 3 2. Parking Regulation Request: S. Genessee Drive #96-15 The Transportation Division recommends that the temporary parking regulation be made permanent because of the support from the residents and its effectiveness in discouraging all day parking by employees of G.M. 's Plant 6. Cook moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division that the temporary parking regulation be made permanent creating a two-hour parking zone on the north side of South Genessee Drive between Memphis and Verlinden. Yeas: 6 Nays: 0 3. Parking Regulation Request: Sunset Avenue #96-16 The Transportation Division recommends to make permanent the temporary parking regulation prohibiting stopping, standing, and parking between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. to allow trucks more room to turn onto Sunset Avenue until intersection improvements can be made. Smith moved, Cook seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to make permanent the temporary parking regulation prohibiting stopping, standing, and parking between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on the east side of Sunset Street from Willow Street to 265 feet north of Willow Street. Yeas: 6 Nays: 0 4. Parking Regulation Request: LeGrand Drive #96-17 The Transportation Division recommends that the temporary parking regulation be made permanent because they are effective in clearing the intersection of LeGrand Drive and Walton Drive of parked vehicles. Cook moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation Division to make permanent the temporary parking regulation which prohibits parking in the following locations: 1) the south side of LeGrand Drive from 80 feet west of Walton Drive to Walton Drive; 2) the north side of LeGrand Drive from Walton Drive to 65 feet west of the Walton Drive; 3) the east side of Walton Drive from 40 feet south of LeGrand Drive to LeGrand Drive; and 4) the west side of Walton Drive from LeGrand Drive to 55 feet south of LeGrand Drive. Yeas: 6 Nays: 0 ACTION ITEMS 1. Elections of Officers Traffic Board Proceedings - May 8, 1996 t Page 4 Cook moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to have Mr. Haynes serve as Chairperson for FY 1996-1997. Yeas: 6 Nays: 0 Smith moved, Cook seconded, CARRIED, to have Mr. Endres serve as Vice-Chairperson for FY 1996- 1997. Yeas: 5 Nays: 1 (Endres) INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 1. Board & Administrator, June, 1996 OLD BUSINESS 1. FY97 - Transportation Division Budget Mr. Berridge provided a summary of the major components of the FY 96-96 Transportation Division Budget related to ACT 51 and General Fund. Discussion regarding the Parking Fund budget was deferred until a later date. 1. Mr. Riddle asked if Administration will be making a recommendation to Council to rescind evening/Saturday parking meter operations based on the negative articles in the newspaper. Mr. Berridge reported that Administration has made a decision to make a recommendation to Council to eliminate evening/Saturday parking meter operations effective July 1, 1996. 2. Mr. Berridge reported that two additional parking lots will be developed. One is located behind the old Action Auto property on Michigan which will provided an additional 130 - 140 spaces. A temporary surface lot will be developed at the northwest corner of Cedar and Michigan next to the Lansing Center which will provide approximately forty spaces. Ms. Foltz asked if there was any activity regarding the sale of outlying lots. Mr. Berridge indicated that the lot on West Saginaw at Westmoreland will probably be sold in the next six months. We are currently in the process of getting Planning Board approval for the purchase. 3. Mr. Endres asked if the City has the authority to force the State to pave dirt lots within the City due to the amount of erosion and run off into the sewer system. Mr. Berridge explained that the City does not have jurisdiction over the State. Ms. Jadun communicated to the Department of Management and Budget five months ago about the seriousness of the situation. 4. Mr. Cook made reference to section 3.6.a in the Rules of Administrative Procedure which states "In the event a Board member is absent from three consecutive regular meetings or twenty-five percent (25%) of all meetings in any 12 month period, any Board member may ask that subject member explain his/her absences." Mr. Cook indicated that Ms. Fuentes' absences r - t Traffic Board Proceedings - May 8, 1996 Page 5 fit this criteria and requests that Ms. Fuentes be asked to explain her absences. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m. Respectfully submitted, David A. Berridge Secretary c:\wp\data\traffic\minutes\0696 CITY OF LANSING PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING MEETING OF MAY 8, 1996 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mr. Riddle at 6:03 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Cook, Endres, Haynes, Riddle, and Smith Board Members Absent: Fuentes Visitors: Denise Foltz and William M. Graham MOTIONS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE Ms. Fuentes requested an excused absence. Smith moved, Endres seconded, DEFEATED, to issue Ms. Fuentes an excused absence. Yeas: 3 Nays: 2 (Cook, Haynes) Mr. Berridge welcomed Ms. Foltz to the Traffic Board as a prospective new member. Due to scheduling difficulties, she has not been interviewed or confirmed by the City Council yet. She has received an agenda packet and we welcome her questions and comments this evening. ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF RULES Mr. Berridge recommended that all items under Reports from the Secretary be considered as Action Items. Cook moved, Haynes seconded, CARRIED, to consider all items under the Reports from the Secretary as Action Items. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 APPOINTMENT OF INTERIM CHAIR Mr. Berridge recommended that the Board elect an interim chair to fill the remaining term of Mr. Copiaco. The term would run for tonight's meeting and the meeting in June when elections will be conducted. Cook nominated Mr. Riddle to serve as interim chair to fill the remaining term of Mr. Copiaco. Cook moved, Haynes seconded, DEFEATED, to appoint Mr. Riddle as interim chair. Yeas: 4 Nays: 1 (Riddle) Traffic Board Proceedings - May 8, 1996 Page 2 Ms. Smith nominated Mr. Haynes to serve as interim chair. Smith moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to appoint Mr. Haynes as interim chair to fill the remaining term of Mr. Copiaco. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Cook moved to approve the minutes with the following amendment to page twelve: "Mr. Cook left the meeting" should read "Mr. Cook excused himself because he was an hour late for another meeting." Cook moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held February 14, 1996 with an amendment to page twelve which states "Mr. Cook left the meeting" read "Mr. Cook excused himself because he was an hour late for another meeting." Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS Mr. Graham reported that the speed limit signs that were installed on Rosedale Avenue are not being enforced. He has noted numerous cars traveling at a speed in excess of 45 MPH. He also indicated that Rosedale is being used for cut through traffic. There are other residents in the neighborhood making similar complaints. Ms. Foltz inquired if there was a school within the vicinity. Mr. Graham indicated there is one school in the area. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS 1. Traffic Board Appointment - Denise A. Foltz Smith moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place on file the background information received on Ms. Foltz. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 2• Traffic/Neighborhood Article Mr. Cook distributed an article from the May, 1996 issue of Consumer Reports, "Neighborhoods Reborn," which discusses environmental and traffic concerns that are bringing back a revival in old-style neighborhoods. Mr. Cook explained that the article explores a variety of methods on how neighborhood organizations throughout the country are handling traffic issues. Cook requested that the information be received and placed on file. Traffic Board Proceedings - May 8, 1996 Page 3 Cook moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place the information on file. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 3. Traffic Investigation Report: Rosedale Road #96-11 Cook moved to have the Investigative Report received and placed on file. Cook moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place the report and comments on file. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY 1 . Traffic Control Request: Dexter Drive @ Plymouth Drive #96-13 The Transportation Division recommends that a stop sign be erected on the east leg of South Dexter Drive for westbound traffic at Plymouth Drive in order to assign right-of-way at the intersection. Mr. Cook indicated that the rationale for the sign would be to reduce high speed which is contrary to the standard approach when dealing with high speed issues. There is an expectation by the drivers that South Dexter Drive is a curve through street. There is no problem with safe approach speeds and there are no accidents reported. Mr. Cook indicated that since Dexter Drive is a wide open street, if a sign is installed it should be a yield sign southbound on Plymouth. Mr. Endres expressed that the recommendations of the engineering staff would be effective. The staff has done a very thorough study and their recommendation is a good one. Mr. Cook explained that he disagreed with the slide rule solution. Mr. Endres moved to support the recommendation, Smith seconded, DEFEATED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division that a stop sign be erected on the east leg of South Dexter Drive for westbound traffic at Plymouth Drive in order to assign right-of-way at the intersection. Yeas: 4 Nays: 1 (Cook) Mr. Riddle expressed that Mr. Cook's ideas are a possible way to the future. At this time, we may be moving in that direction by the potential implementation of Traffic Calming. We're not at a point where we can implement radical changes. Mr. Berridge indicated that finding a solution to reduce speed at this intersection was very difficult and that the textbook answers were not the definitive solution. We believed that the best solution for this situation was to properly assign the right-of-way and have the westbound traffic stop as they enter the intersection. Because the curves are gentle. thPrP rPAII[T ;-- Traffic Board Proceedings - May 8, 1996 Page 4 not a good stopping point. As part of the Traffic Calming process, neighborhoods such as this one will be studied in total as opposed to studying isolated intersections. ACTION ITEMS Cook moved, Riddle seconded, Carried, to remove Traffic Calming from a Tabled Item to an Action Item. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 1. Traffic Calming Report #95-47B Mr. Berridge recommended that the Traffic Board deliberate to conclusion on the Traffic Calming Report so that it may be presented at the final budget wrap-up meeting. This is the second revision and the Report has been reconfigured. Mr. Berridge referred to page four of the report. There are four neighborhood traffic studies planned for the first year depending on equipment and staff availability. The neighborhoods will be selected in conjunction with Planning staff. After the study has been initiated, the staff will begin to gather and analyze data. There will then be a meeting with all department representatives. A public meeting will be held to gather input from the affected neighborhood groups. A draft report will be prepared and presented to the neighborhood. Based on the results of the neighborhood presentation, the study will be refined. The revised study will again be presented to the neighborhood. Planning and Traffic Board members will be invited to all public meetings. The final neighborhood plan will be presented to the Traffic and Planning Boards. There will be two results from the process: 1) develop traffic calming device plans for implementation; 2) neighborhood traffic study becomes part of the City's Master Plan. All traffic calming device plans will be prioritized based on the severity of the problem and the expected results of the device. Cost and impact of the project will also be a consideration. Projects that will have significant cost and impact may be considered as a stand alone project which would compete for Capital Improvement Program (CIP) funding. The threshold will be $30,000. If the plan has a high priority, Council will be asked to endorse expenditure of funds from the $50,000 appropriated for traffic calming projects. If its a low priority, a possible way to have the project implemented would be through the self-assessment process. If the neighborhood wants to move their project up on the priority list, they could assess themselves and increase funding levels to complete more projects. This is a financially constrained process. Ms. Foltz asked if traffic devices could be installed on a temporary basis, then return to the neighborhood to see if it has had the desired result before making the traffic device permanent thus avoiding a large cost up front. Mr. Berridge explained some traffic calming- devieP.q nrP „prmanont Traffic Board Proceedings - May 8, 1996 Page 5 however, there is some potential to experiment with temporary and permanent solutions. Mr. Haynes inquired how the self-assessment issue is determined and if the project would require the consent of the majority of the residents in the neighborhood. Mr. Berridge explained that the cost and how it is assessed would depend on the project and how it may impact the area. If a device implemented in one block impacts several blocks, the cost would be assessed over the entire affected area. Through the normal petition process, the cost of the project would be explained to the residents. We would help them to develop a petition for self assessment that would be circulated to property owners in the area. The petition would require that 51% of the property owners agree to the assessment. Mr. Endres indicated that the report does not include a definition of critical safety issue." Mr. Berridge indicated that we could insert a clarification of critical safety issue. Many of the traffic calming devices will be handled in manner which is similar to current practices. If there is a situation that exists that meets warrants, we wouldn't wait until the implementation of the traffic calming device to make the correction. Mr. Endres indicated that there needs to be an explanation of "critical safety issue" to avoid items being taken to City Council because of the lack of clarification. Mr. Berridge indicated that a revision will be made to the paragraph which addresses critical safety issue. Mr. Cook indicated that Traffic Calming undermines the City Charter with regard to the responsibilities of the Traffic Board. Mr. Berridge explained that the Traffic Board would remain as the ultimate forum for public discussion on these issues. Traffic investigation reports will continue to be prepared and presented to the Board. The final Traffic Calming Report will be sent to the City Attorney for review to see if there is any conflict with the City Charter. Mr. Berridge explained that Community Development Block Grants are federal funds targeted for expenditure on neighborhoods and public improvements. There are no road monies that are a part of the Traffic Calming process. Smith recommended endorsing the Traffic Calming Program and moving it forward to City Council for final approval. Mr. Cook asked for clarification on what the implications are for moving the Traffic Calming Program forward. Mr. Berridge explained that the Board would endorse the concept of neighborhood study areas, creating the Traffic Calming Program and the conclusion would be to recommend the Traffic Calming Program to City Council. The conclusion also leads to endorsing funding pilot projects, establishing a non-assessment funding source and making the programs eligible for self assessment. Mr. Berridge indicated that there will be follow-up on the program and projects as they occur. Smith moved, Endres seconded, Traffic Board Proceedings - May 8, 1996 Page 6 DEFEATED, to recommend endorsing the Traffic Calming Program and moving it forward to City Council for final approval. Yeas: 4 Nays: 1 (Cook) INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 1. Board & Administrator, April, 1996 Board & Administrator, May, 1996 2. Traffic Tips, March, 1996 3. MPDDAC Meeting Minutes: January 12, 1996 Mr. Berridge indicated that as the minutes are published for the Mayor's Parking and Downtown Development Advisory Committee, (MPDDAC) they will be included as Informational Items so that the Traffic Board may be kept informed as to the activities of the Committee. Mr. Berridge welcomed any comments or questions. 7:05 p.m. Mr. Riddle asked to be excused due to another commitment. 4. MPDDAC Advance Agenda Information: May 3, 1996 Mr. Cook indicated that he still had questions regarding the role of the Advisory Committee and the substance of the issues that they are deciding. There are issues being decided by the Advisory Committee that under the City Charter would fall under the purview of the Traffic Board. This is a illegitimate body doing Traffic Board work. Mr. Berridge indicated he would draft a letter to the City Attorney's office regarding the role and responsibilities of the Traffic Board vs those of the MPDDAC. Mr. Haynes inquired when the Advisory Committee was formed and for what purpose. Mr. Berridge indicated that the Advisory Committee was formed in 1989 for the purpose of reviewing the Parking Consultant's report prepared in 1988 and make further recommendations from the report. The Advisory Committee was active from March to October of 1989 when City Council adopted the Parking Development Program. Any person that had an interest in parking issues was placed on the Advisory Committee by former Mayor McKane. There were no eligibility requirements. The Advisory Committee made the decision to continue in existence after Council adopted the Parking Development Program. The Committee has no Charter standing. Mr. Haynes asked which body is given the greatest weight when there is a conflict of opinion. Under the Charter, the Traffic Board should be given more weight. Mr. Berridge explained that the Traffic Board may have a greater weight. 7:15 p.m. Ms. Smith asked to be excused to pick up her daughter. Traffic Board Proceedings - May 8, 1996 Page 7 ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m. due to a lack of a quorum. Informal discussion continued on parking issues. Mr. Berridge presented a summary of the MPDDAC Advance Agenda Information from the meeting held May 3, 1996. Respectfully submitted, David A. Berridge g Secretary c:\wp\data\traEEic\minutes\0596 y�N S I �G Public Service Department TRANSPORTATION DIVISION M 219 North Cesar Chavez Avenue Lansing,MI 48933-1317 (517)483-4240 f P� Fax(517)483-4395 CHIC June 13, 1996 Marilynn Slade City Clerk City Hall Lansing, Michigan Re: Traffic Board Minutes Dear Ms. Slade: Attached are the approved Traffic Board minutes from the meeting held on May 8, 1996. Please place these minutes on file. Respectfully submitted, LANSING TRAFFIC BOARD - Faith-Hach, n Lt_i R' corC�,ing Secretary --, En�los�xre m77 cc: James Smiertka, w/enclosure c:\wp\data\traffic\mintrans.1tr "Fni mi nnnnrti inity Fmnlnwar" yQ,N S IBC Public Service Department TRANSPORTATION DIVISION 219 North Cesar Chavez Avenue II Lansing,MI 48933-1317 J: (517)483-4240 Fax(517)483-4395 r , + fc H i G CL.ER June 3, 1996 Marilynn Slade City Clerk City Hall Lansing, Michigan Re: Traffic Board Minutes Dear Ms. Slade: Attached are the draft Traffic Board minutes from the meeting held on May 8, 1996. Respectfully submitted, LANSING TRAFFIC BOARD Faith Rach, Recording Secretary Enclosure c:\wp\data\traffic\draftmin.1tr CITY OF LANSING PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING MEETING OF MAY 8, 1996 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mr. Riddle at 6:03 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Cook, Endres, Haynes, Riddle, and Smith Board Members Absent: Fuentes Visitors: Denise Foltz and William M. Graham MOTIONS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE Ms. Fuentes requested an excused absence. Smith moved, Endres seconded, DEFEATED, to issue Ms. Fuentes an excused absence. Yeas: 3 Nays: 2 (Cook, Haynes) Mr. Berridge welcomed Ms. Foltz to the Traffic Board as a prospective new member. Due to scheduling difficulties, she has not been interviewed or confirmed by the City Council yet. She has received an agenda packet and we welcome her questions and comments this evening. ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF RULES Mr. Berridge recommended that all items under Reports from the Secretary be considered as Action Items. Cook moved, Haynes seconded, CARRIED, to consider all items under the Reports from the Secretary as Action Items. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 APPOINTMENT OF INTERIM CHAIR Mr. Berridge recommended that the Board elect an interim chair to fill the remaining term of Mr. Copiaco. The term would run for tonight's meeting and the meeting in June when elections will be conducted. Cook nominated Mr. Riddle to serve as interim chair to fill the remaining term of Mr. Copiaco. Cook moved, Haynes seconded, DEFEATED, to appoint Mr. Riddle as interim chair. Yeas: 4 Nays: 1 (Riddle) Traffic Board Proceedings - May 8, 1996 Page 2 Ms. Smith nominated Mr. Haynes to serve as interim chair. Smith moved, Endres seconded, CARRIED, to appoint Mr. Haynes as interim chair to fill the remaining term of Mr. Copiaco. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Cook moved to approve the minutes with the following amendment to page twelve* "Mr. Cook left the meeting" should read "Mr. Cook excused himself because he was an hour late for another meeting." Cook moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held February 14, 1996 with an amendment to page twelve which states "Mr. Cook left the meeting" read "Mr. Cook excused himself because he was an hour late for another meeting." Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS Mr. Graham reported that the speed limit signs that were installed on Rosedale Avenue are not being enforced. He has noted numerous cars traveling at a speed in excess of 45 MPH. He also indicated that Rosedale is being used for cut through traffic. There are other residents in the neighborhood making similar complaints. Ms. Foltz inquired if there was a school within the vicinity. Mr. Graham indicated there is one school in the area. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS 1 . Traffic Board Appointment - Denise A. Foltz Smith moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place on file the background information received on Ms. Foltz. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 2. Traffic/Neighborhood Article Mr. Cook distributed an article from the May, 1996 issue of Consumer Reports, "Neighborhoods Reborn," which discusses environmental and traffic concerns that are bringing back a revival in old-style neighborhoods. Mr. Cook explained that the article explores a variety of methods on how neighborhood organizations throughout the country are handling traffic issues. Cook requested that the information be received and placed on file. Traffic Board Proceedings - May 8, 1996 Page 3 Cook moved, Smith seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place the information on file. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 3. Traffic Investigation Report: Rosedale Road #96-11 Cook moved to have the Investigative Report received and placed on file. Cook moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place the report and comments on file. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY 1 . Traffic Control Request: Dexter Drive @ Plymouth Drive #96-13 The Transportation Division recommends that a stop sign be erected on the east leg of South Dexter Drive for westbound traffic at Plymouth Drive in order to assign right-of-way at the intersection. Mr. Cook indicated that the rationale for the sign would be to reduce high speed which is contrary to the standard approach when dealing with high speed issues. There is an expectation by the drivers that South Dexter Drive is a curve through street. There is no problem with safe approach speeds and there are no accidents reported. Mr. Cook indicated that since Dexter Drive is a wide open street, if a sign is installed it should be a yield sign southbound on Plymouth. Mr. Endres expressed that the recommendations of the engineering staff would be effective. The staff has done a very thorough study and their recommendation is a good one. Mr. Cook explained that he disagreed with the slide rule solution. Mr. Endres moved to support the recommendation, Smith seconded, DEFEATED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division that a stop sign be erected on the east leg of South Dexter Drive for westbound traffic at Plymouth Drive in order to assign right-of-way at the intersection. Yeas: 4 Nays: 1 (Cook) Mr. Riddle expressed that Mr. Cook's ideas are a possible way to the future. At this time, we may be moving in that direction by the potential implementation of Traffic Calming. We're not at a point where we can implement radical changes. Mr. Berridge indicated that finding a solution to reduce speed at this intersection was very difficult and that the textbook answers were not the definitive solution. We believed that the best solution for this situation was to properly assign the right-of-way and have the westbound traffic stop as they enter the intersection. Because the curves are gentle, there really is Traffic Board Proceedings - May 8, 1996 Page 4 not a good stopping point. As part of the Traffic Calming process, neighborhoods such as this one will be studied in total as opposed to studying isolated intersections. ACTION ITEMS Cook moved, Riddle seconded, Carried, to remove Traffic Calming from a Tabled Item to an Action Item. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 1 . Traffic Calming Report #95-47B Mr. Berridge recommended that the Traffic Board deliberate to conclusion on the Traffic Calming Report so that it may be presented at the final budget wrap-up meeting. This is the second revision and the Report has been reconfigured. Mr. Berridge referred to page four of the report. There are four neighborhood traffic studies planned for the first year depending on equipment and staff availability. The neighborhoods will be selected in conjunction with Planning staff. After the study has been initiated, the staff will begin to gather and analyze data. There will then be a meeting with all department representatives. A public meeting will be held to gather input from the affected neighborhood groups. A draft report will be prepared and presented to the neighborhood. Based on the results of the neighborhood presentation, the study will be refined. The revised study will again be presented to the neighborhood. Planning and Traffic Board members will be invited to all public meetings. The final neighborhood plan will be presented to the Traffic and Planning Boards. There will be two results from the process: 1) develop traffic calming device plans for implementation; 2) neighborhood traffic study becomes part of the City's Master Plan. All traffic calming device plans will be prioritized based on the severity of the problem and the expected results of the device. Cost and impact of the project will also be a consideration. Projects that will have significant cost and impact may be considered as a stand alone project which would compete for Capital Improvement Program (CIP) funding. The threshold will be $30,000. If the plan has a high priority, Council will be asked to endorse expenditure of funds from the $50,000 appropriated for traffic calming projects. If its a low priority, a possible way to have the project implemented would be through the self-assessment process. If the neighborhood wants to move their project up on the priority list, they could assess themselves and increase funding levels to complete more projects. This is a financially constrained process. Ms. Foltz asked if traffic devices could be installed on a temporary basis, then return to the neighborhood to see if it has had the desired result before making the traffic device permanent thus avoiding a large cost up front. Mr. Berridge explained some traffic calming devices are permanent Traffic Board Proceedings - May 8, 1996 Page 5 however, there is some potential to experiment with temporary and permanent solutions. Mr. Haynes inquired how the self-assessment issue is determined and if the project would require the consent of the majority of the residents in the neighborhood. Mr. Berridge explained that the cost and how it is assessed would depend on the project and how it may impact the area. If a device implemented in one block impacts several blocks, the cost would be assessed over the entire affected area. Through the normal petition process, the cost of the project would be explained to the residents. We would help them to develop a petition for self assessment that would be circulated to property owners in the area. The petition would require that 510 of the property owners agree to the assessment. Mr. Endres indicated that the report does not include a definition of "critical safety issue." Mr. Berridge indicated that we could insert a clarification of critical safety issue. Many of the traffic calming devices will be handled in manner which is similar to current practices. If there is a situation that exists that meets warrants, we wouldn't wait until the implementation of the traffic calming device to make the correction. Mr. Endres indicated that there needs to be an explanation of "critical safety issue" to avoid items being taken to City Council because of the lack of clarification. Mr. Berridge indicated that a revision will be made to the paragraph which addresses critical safety issue. Mr. Cook indicated that Traffic Calming undermines the City Charter with regard to the responsibilities of the Traffic Board. Mr. Berridge explained that the Traffic Board would remain as the ultimate forum for public discussion on these issues. Traffic investigation reports will continue to be prepared and presented to the Board. The final Traffic Calming Report will be sent to the City Attorney for review to see if there is any conflict with the City Charter. Mr. Berridge explained that Community Development Block Grants are federal funds targeted for expenditure on neighborhoods and public improvements. There are no road monies that are a part of the Traffic Calming process. Smith recommended endorsing the Traffic Calming Program and moving it forward to City Council for final approval. Mr. Cook asked for clarification on what the implications are for moving the Traffic Calming Program forward. Mr. Berridge explained that the Board would endorse the concept of neighborhood study areas, creating the Traffic Calming Program and the conclusion would be to recommend the Traffic Calming Program to City Council. The conclusion also leads to endorsing funding pilot projects, establishing a non-assessment funding source and making the programs eligible for self assessment. Mr. Berridge indicated that there will be follow-up on the program and projects as they occur. Smith moved, Endres seconded, Traffic Board Proceedings - May 8, 1996 Page 6 DEFEATED, to recommend endorsing the Traffic Calming Program and moving it forward to City Council for final approval. Yeas: 4 Nays: 1 (Cook) INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 1 . Board & Administrator, April, 1996 Board & Administrator, May, 1996 2. Traffic Tips, March, 1996 3. MPDDAC Meeting Minutes: January 12, 1996 Mr. Berridge indicated that as the minutes are published for the Mayor's Parking and Downtown Development Advisory Committee, (MPDDAC) they will be included as Informational Items so that the Traffic Board may be kept informed as to the activities of the Committee. Mr. Berridge welcomed any comments or questions. 7:05 p.m. Mr. Riddle asked to be excused due to another commitment. 4. MPDDAC Advance Agenda Information: May 3, 1996 Mr. Cook indicated that he still had questions regarding the role of the Advisory Committee and the substance of the issues that they are deciding. There are issues being decided by the Advisory Committee that under the City Charter would fall under the purview of the Traffic Board. This is a illegitimate body doing Traffic Board work. Mr. Berridge indicated he would draft a letter to the City Attorney's office regarding the role and responsibilities of the Traffic Board vs those of the MPDDAC. Mr. Haynes inquired when the Advisory Committee was formed and for what purpose. Mr. Berridge indicated that the Advisory Committee was formed in 1989 for the purpose of reviewing the Parking Consultant's report prepared in 1988 and make further recommendations from the report. The Advisory Committee was active from March to October of 1989 when City Council adopted the Parking Development Program. Any person that had an interest in parking issues was placed on the Advisory Committee by former Mayor McKane. There were no eligibility requirements. The Advisory Committee made the decision to continue in existence after Council adopted the Parking Development Program. The Committee has no Charter standing. Mr. Haynes asked which body is given the greatest weight when there is a conflict of opinion. Under the Charter, the Traffic Board should be given more weight. Mr. Berridge explained that the Traffic Board may have a greater weight. 7:15 p.m. Ms. Smith asked to be excused to pick up her daughter. Traffic Board Proceedings - May 8, 1996 Page 7 ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m. due to a lack of a quorum. Informal discussion continued on parking issues. Mr. Berridge presented a summary of the MPDDAC Advance Agenda Information from the meeting held May 3, 1996. Respectfully submitted, David A. Berridge Secretary c:\wp\data\traffic\minutes\0596 I ) , E D PN 2; x CITY Y CLERK N d x n 0 ro [ x r . z r o � � z H 0 CITY OF LANSING t";E S'G+E D PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT ,,s TRANSPORTATION DIVISION 1: 1 3 OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING '� ! Ci rY CL` ` i MEETING OF MARCH 13, 1996 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chairman Copiaco at 6:05 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Cook, Copiaco, Endres, Haynes, Riddle Board Members Absent: Fuentes, Smith Visitors: R.K. Brown, Patrick Bush, Dan Danke, Ira Ginsberg, Angela Kowalsky, M.M. Murphy-Woll, Joe Sutter, Bill Vincent, Robert P. Walsh, John West MOTIONS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE Ms. Fuentes requested an excused absence. Ms. Smith requested an excused absence. Haynes moved, Cook seconded, CARRIED, to issue Ms. Fuentes and Ms. Smith an excused absence. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF RULES Mr. Berridge recommended that all items under Reports from the Secretary be considered as Action Items. Cook moved, Haynes seconded, CARRIED, to consider all items under the Reports from the Secretary as Action Items. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Cook moved, Haynes seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held February 14, 1996. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS Mr. Vincent, representing Sparrow Hospital, indicated they were the primary petitioners on Item E.2. Parking Regulation Request: Michigan Avenue #96-10. Mr. Vincent indicated that this is one element of the revitalization and beautification endeavor which is in cooperation with the Eastside Neighborhood Organization and several businesses who have an interest in the area. Sparrow Traffic Board Proceedings - March 13, 1996 Page 2 Hospital is prepared to spend a certain amount of time, effort and money in the revitalization project which will be of benefit to the community. Mr. Vincent explained that he would`bd.available to address any comments or questions throughout the meeting. Mr. Sutter indicated that he has taken photographs documenting the parking problems on Massachusetts Avenue, saying that the problems have existed for a number of years. Ms. Kowalsky reported that more problems have been created by the changed parking signs on Massachusetts Avenue. It appears that people are not obeying the new regulations and are parking on both sides of the street. People are parking at the crosswalks which is creating a hazard for children who can't see if a vehicle is approaching: Since the street is very narrow, it is hard to see if traffic is coming. Ms. Murphy-Woll, representing the Eastside Neighborhood Organization, indicated that she speaks on behalf of the organization who support the Parking Regulation Request on Michigan Avenue. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS 1• Neighborhood Parking During Stadium Events #96-09 The Transportation Division has determined that with the commencement of baseball and stadium operations, there is the potential for event parkers to use residential streets in the area of the stadium for parking instead of designated facilities. Several actions have been taken in order to address the potential problems including: 1. A letter outlining proposed solutions and a comment sheet was sent to area residents to solicit input. In conjunction with the survey a public meeting was held on March 6, 1996 to gather further residential input. 2. The Transportation Division will continue to monitor parking activity in residential areas. 3. A follow-up meeting with residents will be held May 7, 1996. 4. The residents were provided with several City contact names and phone numbers in the event difficulties do occur, concerns may be addressed immediately. Mr. Bush indicated the first baseball game is the MSU/U-M game April 3, 1996. Mr. Cook expressed concern that since there wasn't currently a problem, why this plan was necessary. Mr. Berridge explained that since it is impossible to predict where baseball parkers will park, it was important to: 1) let area residents know that there is ample parking available for public use so that no one should be forced to park in residential neighborhoods; and 2) provide area residents with contacts in case problems do arise. The Transportation Division has done an inventory of all private parking areas that are utilized by commercial businesses during the day and found there is an additional 1,400 spaces available without counting the 500-700 spaces available on the Sparrow Shuttle lot. It is Traffic Board Proceedings - March 13, 1996 Page 3 not perceived that there will be parking problems, but we want to be prepared in the event that are. It is important to open a channel of communication with the community if problems do occur so they can be corrected expeditiously. Mr. Berridge recommended that Traffic Investigation Report #96-09 be received an placed on file. Copiaco moved, Haynes seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place the report on file. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 2. Massachusetts Avenue Parking Survey Mr. Berridge reported that item D.2, Massachusetts Avenue Parking Survey, under Communications and Petitions, was included for information purposes so that the Board would have an understanding of what residents were asked to evaluate and make comments. Item D.3, Massachusetts Avenue Survey Comments from Gail Parker, represents the only response received prior to the Board meeting. Mr. Berridge recommended that both items be received and placed on file. Haynes moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place the report and comments on file. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY 1. Parking Regulation Request: Massachusetts Avenue #96-08 The Transportation Division recommends to make permanent the temporary parking regulations prohibiting stopping, standing, or parking, on the east side of Massachusetts Avenue from Grand River Avenue to 500 feet north of Grand River Avenue and to prohibit stopping, standing, or parking on the west side of Massachusetts Avenue from 120 feet north of Grand River Avenue to Grand River Avenue for the following reasons: 1) the proposed regulations would reduce the number of children crossing Massachusetts Avenue before and after school; 2) the proposed regulations have eliminated the parking of two vehicles across from one another, thus allowing two unobstructed travel lanes. Mr. Bush indicated that Dr. Henderson and teachers at the Grand River School worked with children teaching them to use cross-walks instead of crossing at all points along the roadway. There has been some trouble enforcing the new temporary regulations and Transportation Division staff have been working with the Lansing Police Department (LPD) and the School District's Public Safety Department to help get the new temporary regulations enforced and to make parents aware of the changes in the regulations. Mr. Haynes inquired if buses pick-up children along Massachusetts Avenue. Mr. Bush explained that the buses pick-up on New York Avenue. Parents that arrive to the school to pick-up children line-un in front of tha Traffic Board Proceedings - March 13, 1996 Page 4 school, occasionally spilling down beyond the Grand River School driveway and encroach up toward Grand River. There have been a few occasions when driveways have been blocked and LPD has been monitoring this activity. Mr. Sutter indicated that he spent four hours one day taking pictures of the parking activities, noting that there was not sufficient parking for residents and parents picking up children and that during the four hours he observed the activities, he saw only one police officer enforcing the regulations. Mr. Cook asked to see the pictures. Mr. Sutter indicated they were not yet developed, and would send in copies at a later date. Mr. Cook inquired if there had been any accidents. Mr. Bush reported there has not. Transportation Division staff and the LPD have observed children running between parked cars to cross the street to their parents car before the implementation of the temporary parking regulation. Mr. Cook felt that the typical engineering answer to a problem had created a bigger problem by opening traffic lanes to more traffic travelling at greater speeds. Mr. Cook suggested the solution to the problem would be to allow unrestricted parking on both sides of the street. Mr. Cook passed out an article from the Journal of the American Planning Association, which provided information on how other cities are handling planning issues. Mr. Cook felt that the information would be useful in helping to evaluate future planning proposals. Mr. Haynes inquired if there are speed limit signs posted in the neighborhood and if there have been any speed limit evaluations. Mr. Bush explained that there are speed limit signs posted throughout the neighborhood and that the average speed falls below the 25 mile per hour speed limit due to the narrowness of the street and on-street parking. The street is approximately thirty feet. Most residents have driveways that can take two or three cars. Mr. Riddle inquired if parking along both sides of Massachusetts Avenue would cause the street to fall below the twenty-six foot entrance and egress requirements. Mr. Bush indicated that it would. Mr. Berridge explained that the proposed regulation transfers the restrictions from one side of the street to the other which will be unrestricted parking and uninterrupted curb side at all times. There will be no loss of parking spaces. Mr. Haynes asked why the Transportation Division was utilizing a thirty day study. Mr. Bush explained that nothing is permanent. The changes were implemented under a temporary traffic control order which has an expiration date. There has been several positive comments from the School and the Police Department and very few negative comments. There hasn't really been enough feed-back to determine if it would be better to return to the previous policy. Residents were sent a survey and encouraged to respond. Mr. Endres asked Mr. Sutter to explain what his issue with the policy is. Ms. Kowalsky responded that the current conditions don't allow parking on either side of the street, that people are parking everywhere. Mr. Copiaco Traffic Board Proceedings - March 13, 1996 Page 5 asked Ms. Kowalsky if there was anytime that she could not find a parking space. Ms. Kowalsky indicated that she could find a space, but not a,legal parking space. Mr. Haynes referred to the proposed parking regulations which Ms. Kowalsky felt is an improved plan. Mr. Haynes indicated that this is the proposed regulation that the Transportation Division is asking to have made permanent. Ms. Kowalsky and Mr. Sutter stated that the current signage does not reflect this regulation. Mr. Bush reported that he has checked the sign installation and the signs are in place. Mr. Haynes moved to support the recommendation with the directive to the Transportation Division to make sure signage is in place.. Haynes moved, Endres seconded, Carried, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to make permanent the temporary parking regulations prohibiting stopping, standing, or parking, on the east side of Massachusetts Avenue from Grand River Avenue to 500 feet north of Grand River Avenue and to prohibit stopping, standing, or parking on the west side of Massachusetts Avenue from 120 feet north of Grand River Avenue to Grand River Avenue for the following reasons: 1) The proposed regulations would reduce the number of children crossing Massachusetts Avenue before and after school; 2) The proposed regulations have eliminated the parking of two vehicles across from one another, thus allowing two unobstructed travel lanes. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 2. Parking Regulation Request: Michigan Avenue #96-10 The Transportation Division recommends that the request to change the existing parking regulation on both sides for Michigan Avenue from Pennsylvania Avenue to Holmes Street from unrestricted parking to no parking be approved in order to construct the East Michigan Avenue Streetscape project. The Transportation Division further recommends that the implementation of the no parking on Michigan Avenue be delayed until construction of the East Michigan Avenue Streetscape project commences. Additionally, parking on the south side of Michigan Avenue from Pennsylvania Avenue to Jones Street shall remain until construction of the South Sparrow parking deck with its improvements to Jones Street is completed. Mr. Cook expressed concern that the revitalization plan on Michigan Avenue may be similar to the plan that took place on Washington Avenue several years ago. He also expressed concern over the treatment of the people who own property in the proposed plan area. Mr. Cook explained that removing on-street parking in this area will make it difficult for people who want to park and run in to the bank or visit a patient at Sparrow Hospital. He suggested that the Studio de Danse may qualify for historic preservation. Ms. Murphy-Woll indicated that she has been involved with the revitalization process for about fifteen years. The Eastside Neighborhood is quite satisfied with the parking Sparrow has provided both for the public visiting the hospital and for Sparrow employees. Traffic Board Proceedings - March 13, 1996 Page 6 Mr. Haynes inquired what the ordinance states with regard to parking. Mr. Danke indicated that the area is zoned commercial and requires adequate off-street parking. Mr. Haynes asked the representatives of Sparrow if there are any development plans for the vacant parking lot from Jones to Bingham. Mr. . Vincent indicated the property was only acquired last fall and there are no long term parking plans for the property at this time. Mr. Haynes inquired if Sparrow had spoken with the owners of the Studio de Danse or other businesses regarding future expansion in the block. Mr. Vincent indicated that the conversations held with Studio de Danse are sensitive. Mr. Vincent explained that the Studio de Danse was denied historic preservation due to prior renovations and modifications to the structure. With regard to future total expansion and utilization of Qualex area, there are options being considered but there are no conclusive long term plans except temporary parking enhancements. Mr. Cook inquired if there was an existing budget for the revitalization plan. Mr. Vincent wanted to extend his appreciation to the Transportation Division and Public Service Department for the cooperation and effort they have extended in assisting with this project. There is a mutually agreeable streetscape plan. Mr. Berridge explained that there is a streetscape plan which runs from Larch Street east to the railroad tracks and slightly beyond depending on funding. The current plans are to extend the streetscape to Hosmer Street with the 1996 construction season. The City has applied for and received a Transportation Enhancement Grant and plans are currently under development. Sparrow has committed to make the investment in the public right-away in 1996, in the area which is associated with their parking deck. Sparrow has committed to the 1997 project in the area that abuts their property. They will also take care of the rest of the frontage of their property on Michigan Avenue. The major investment is non-City funds. The initial grant was made as a three year project. The City has applied for a second grant of $250,000 to the Metropolitan Planning Organization through the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission. The project was rated number one in the region. This is a high priority project from a regional perspective for application to MDOT for enhancement funding. We expect to receive funding in 1997 to continue the project from Hosmer to the east toward Pennsylvania. Depending on when the funds run out, we may have to apply for a grant for year three, or if the funds are sufficient, and the design decisions are made, then we may pick a 1998 portion as a City project from Pennsylvania Avenue to Jones Street, on the south side. Mr. Berridge explained that the plan includes wider sidewalks, the new parking deck at Sparrow Hospital, an area for a bus-stop, and a pedestrian overhead connection. Mr. Haynes inquired if parking would be eliminated in the Hosmer to Pennsylvania stretch. Mr. Danke indicated that it is not anticipated at this time. A survey of area property owners did not find strong support for Traffic Board Proceedings - March 13, 1996 Page 7 the removal of parking. Mr. Haynes asked why parking is being eliminated in the Pennsylvania to Holmes stretch but not in the Hosmer to . Pennsylvania area. Mr. Berridge explained that the two areas are significantly different. The area between Pennsylvania and Holmes is used primarily by Sparrow Hospital with very limited dependance on street parking. Comerica has adequate off-site parking. If the Spagnuolo property is developed, they will need to make contiguous parking part of the development. The revitalization plan is a first step in a long process to beautify the roadway and still be sensitive to the needs of the commercial area. Mr. Berridge expressed that as we have been working through the revitalization process the concept always has been the need to provide sufficient parking for whatever activities are occurring in the block as you go up and down the street. As you go further east, the properties begin to change. Certain buildings have come down and with re-development, the dependance on street parking no longer exists. As changes take place to the east, parking decisions may change in the area. Each block has to be treated almost as an independent project. The concept includes providing more right of way for pedestrian traffic flow, bus turn-outs, and benches for people to sit and relax in the area, will soften the roadway impact. Ms. Murphy-Woll explained that Michigan Avenue is the entrance to the State Capitol. The Eastside Neighborhood Association has encouraged new businesses going in on Michigan Avenue east of Holmes to provide off- street parking. Most of the businesses have their own parking. They would like to continue the vision that Michigan Avenue remain the entrance to the State Capitol. Mr. Cook indicated there are still sufficient questions regarding the project. Mr. Endres explained that anytime you mix parking, traffic and pedestrians, accidents occur. This is a good opportunity to develop a good looking plan and remove the parking. In reality within this plan, there is only one business that is impacted, and that is the dance studio. Everything else has been positive. If property is vacant and undeveloped at the present time, on-street parking is not going to make a difference. The zoning laws have provided that commercial properties must make adequate parking available. The question is whether we want to trade the upgrading of these areas to satisfy the lack of parking by the dance studio. Mr. Endres move to support the Transportation Division's recommendation. Mr. Haynes asked if the Eastside Neighborhood Association is supportive of the plan. Ms. Murphy-Woll indicated that they are. Mr. Cook asked that the plan be done on a temporary basis so there is a mechanism in place to reverse the decision if the plan becomes non- functional. Mr. Berridge explained that this is not an issue of permanent vs temporary. The modifications will take place over a number of years. Traffic Board Proceedings - March 13, 1996 Page 8 Mr. Endres repeated his motion to support the Transportation Division's recommendation. Endres moved, Haynes seconded Defeated, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to change the existing parking regulation on both sides for Michigan Avenue from Pennsylvania Avenue to Holmes Street from unrestricted parking to no parking to be approved in order to construct the East Michigan Avenue Streetscape project. The Transportation Division further recommends that the implementation of the no parking on Michigan Avenue be delayed until construction of the East Michigan Avenue Streetscape project commences. Additionally, parking on the south side of Michigan Avenue from Pennsylvania Avenue to Jones Street shall remain until construction of the South Sparrow parking Deck with its improvements to Jones Street is completed. Yeas: 4 Nays: 1 (Cook) Mr. Cook indicated that the Traffic Board was an advisory board and the final decision would go before the City Council. Mr. Cook suggested making the beautification process temporary by putting in sod instead of concrete. Mr. Haynes asked Mr. Cook if the section of parking that would be eliminated in 1998 would be far enough east to give a good indication of whether the plan is working, or is it being suggested that the project be postponed in these areas. Mr. Cook suggested that the project be done on a temporary basis. ACTION ITEMS 1. Traffic Board Annual Evaluation Mr. Berridge reported that three members of the Board conducted a review of the evaluation. The one major change that was made was the addition of Goal No. 4, "To improve the Traffic Board's advisory functions as set forth under Article 5-106 of the Lansing City Charter." The Board would conduct a review of the process that leads to the preparation of the report and to ask that Transportation Division staff prepare and present reports to the Board throughout the year regarding projects and activities so that Board members have a greater comfort level with the staffing within the Division and are kept abreast of activities by the time the report is prepared rather than receiving the information once a year. Mr. Berridge welcomed any questions or comments and any further review of details contained in the report. Mr. Cook indicated that as a member of the Traffic Board Evaluation Review Committee, he examined the requirement of the City Charter that covers the Traffic Board Evaluation. Mr. Cook quoted the requirement from the City Charter. Mr. Cook explained that many of the items on the report that need to be evaluated by the Board, have never been brought before the Board. He Traffic Board Proceedings - March 13, 1996 Page 9 felt that it is difficult to evaluate something that the Board has never seen before. Mr. Cook recommended that the Board take.each item one at a time and respond to them, and by doing so fulfill the requirements under the Charter. Mr. Haynes asked if Mr. Cook had any suggestions on how to approach the. evaluation. Mr. Cook indicated that he had prepared comments for each one of the items. 1. Goal #1, para 1: The activity does promote the goal. para 2: The activity needs to be brought before the Board for review, lack sufficient information to comment. para 3: Agree. para 4: Lack sufficient information to comment. Should be placed on the agenda to be reviewed at a later time. para 5: These activities promote the goal. 2. Objective 1-A Agree. 1-B Agree. 1-C No information on the training of staff. 1-D Traffic Board not directly related, not in a position to evaluate this item. 1-E This is a Traffic Regulation Schedule that has been around since 1988. Need to re-evaluate whether this should be a goal. 2-A para. 1 - Agree. para. 2 - Lack sufficient information. para. 3 - Agree. 2-B Lack sufficient information. 2-C Personnel issue, lack sufficient information on the training session. 2-1) CashKey system, these were items that were brought before the Mayor's Parking and Downtown Development Committee and the Board had second hand involvement. The Charter does not indicate the Mayor's Parking and Downtown Traffic Board Proceedings - March 13, 1996 Page 10 Development Committee is a bonafide committee. There isn't anything in the Charter that allows an ad-hoc committee to review those iss,'ues'which are in the Charter and assigned to other.:advisory boards. Mr. Cook recommended.that;this.issue be brought to the City Attorney requesting review and response as to whether the Mayor's Parking and Downtown Development Committee is a bonafide committee and whether it has the authority to review items before they are brought before the Traffic Board. para. 2 - Lack of sufficient information. 2-E,F,G Combined, Board not involved in this issue. Mr. Copiaco inquired if Mr. Cook was trying to show that the Traffic Board was in no position to evaluate the report due to a lack of information. Mr. Cook explained that with regard to the Sparrow report, the Board was given the report piecemeal and suggested it would be to everyone's benefit if both committees involved in it were given the whole proposal. Secondly, we only continued to deal with a small segment of the people involved, but the immediate neighborhood wasn't brought into the discussions. Mr. Cook moved to accept the Evaluation with the recommended comments to the various items. Cook moved, Haynes seconded, Carried, to accept the amended Traffic Board Evaluation Report with the recommended comments to various items and make an inquiry through the appropriate channels of the City Attorney's office pursuant to the second sentence of section 2.B .1. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 Mr. Berridge asked for clarification from the Board as to where they expect to make these comments in the report. Mr. Haynes indicated in the comment section. Mr. Berridge indicated that the report was reviewed in detail by the Traffic Board Evaluation Review Committee and this is not in keeping with the decisions that were made at that time. There was a specific methodology applied when reviewing the report. Issues and comments regarding the report should have been addressed at the time of the review. Mr. Berridge asked what the Board wished to accomplish by attaching comments to each paragraph of the report. Mr. Berridge indicated he would transmit the report based on his responsibilities as Secretary. Mr. Cook stated that any change in his position was based on reviewing other board reports, and that other reports have comment sections. Mr. Haynes explained that Mr. Berridge was correct, that the Traffic Board Evaluation Review Committee did agree that the materials contained Traffic Board Proceedings - March 13, 1996 Page 11 in the Traffic Board Evaluation would be appropriate for this year and should be submitted in that regard. In light of the information,Mr.;.Cook ,has obtainedfroin reviewing other City reports puts the Board.'in a, dilemma. Mr. Haynes recommended that the Board move this'report forward until they can review other City reports, and in lieu;of.that. Mr. Haynes moved to reconsider the previous recommendation. Haynes moved, Copiaco seconded, Carried, to reconsider the earlier recommendation. Yeas: 5 Nays: n Mr. Cook made the observation that other reports were not as extensive as this report, and recommended that in order to make this document conform to other City reports, to include items where there are comments and delete items that lack sufficient information. Mr. Cook expressed that the report appeared to be more of an internal document. Mr. Riddle suggested including some revisions on the report. Mr. Endres indicated that the Traffic Board Evaluation Review Committee suggested letting the report go with the objective to evaluate the process. This may be an alternative that would offer an opportunity for the Board to re-evaluate the process at a later time. Adding the comments would have a negative connotation on the report. Haynes moved to accept The Traffic Board Evaluation as prepared with objective 4-A & 4-B which was decided on at the Preliminary Review Committee meeting, and that the 1996 report should reflect the modifications that are the obligations under the City Charter. Mr. Berridge indicated that he would make copies of other reports if that will enable the Board to decide how to use the report. Mr. Berridge explained that the report had served a dual purpose. The format has been used for years. Many of the activities in the report are administrative in nature. If the Board wishes to make the report a policy report, then the issue of being policy oriented report along with report format could be debated in the future. The annual administrative evaluation could be done in a separate report. Mr. Haynes expressed that he did not want his actions on the previous motion to reflect disregard for the Secretary for this Board or his staff. He felt that Mr. Berridge and his staff have been very helpful and have executed their responsibilities and expectations. Mr. Haynes moved again to accept the Traffic Board Evaluation as presented by the Secretary, and that they look at the recommendations of objectives 4-A and 4-B for development of the 1996 Traffic Board Evaluation. Mr. Cook requested that the comments and deliberations be a part of the record and that the recommendation to ask for a review by the City Attorney be added. Haynes moved, Riddle seconded, Traffic Board Proceedings - March 13, 1996 Page 12 Carried, to accept the Traffic Board Evaluation for 1995 as presented by the Secretary with the addition of Objectives 4-A and 4-B, and to make an inquiry through the appropriate channels of the City Attorney's office pursuant to second sentence of section 2.B.1. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 8:00 Mr. Cook excused himself because he was an hour late for another meeting. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m. due to a lack of a quorum. Respectfully submitted, David A. Berridge Secretary c:\wp\data\traffic\minutes\0396 yQ,N S 1 �C Public Service Department TRANSPORTATION DIVISION � Y 219 North Cesar Chavez Avenue Lansing,MI 48933-1317 (517)483-4240 Fax(517)483-4395 CHID May 9, 1996 Marilynn Slade City Clerk City Hall Lansing, Michigan Re: Traffic Board Minutes Dear Ms. Slade: Attached are the approved Traffic Board minutes from the meeting held on March 13, 1996. Please place these minutes on file. Respectfully submitted, LANSING TRAFFIC BOARD Faith Rach, Recording Secretary Enclosure cc: James Smiertka, w/enclosure c:\wp\data\traffic\mintrans.1tr y�N S j �C Public Service Department TRANSPORTATION DIVISION M 219 North Cesar Chavez Avenue Lansing,MI 48933-1317 f Fa(x(517)483 4395 cHIOP April 19, 1996 Marilynn Slade City Clerk City Hall Lansing, Michigan Re: Traffic Board Minutes Dear Ms. Slade: Attached are the draft Traffic Board minutes from the meeting held on March 13, 1996. Respectfully submitted, LANSING TRAFFIC BOARD 9 �t �- c'_ ' Faith Rach, r_ Recording Secretary Enclosure <� —r U :Q c:\wp\data\traffic\draftmin.1tr CITY OF LANSING PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING MEETING OF MARCH 13, 1996 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chairman Copiaco at 6:05 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Cook, Copiaco, Endres, Haynes, Riddle Board Members Absent: Fuentes, Smith Visitors: R.K. Brown, Patrick Bush, Dan Danke, Ira Ginsberg, Angela Kowalsky, M.M. Murphy-Woll, Joe Sutter, Bill Vincent, Robert P. Walsh, John West MOTIONS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE Ms. Fuentes requested an excused absence. Ms. Smith requested an excused absence. Haynes moved, Cook seconded, CARRIED, to issue Ms. Fuentes and Ms. Smith an excused absence. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF RULES Mr. Berridge recommended that all items under Reports from the Secretary be considered as Action Items. Cook moved, Haynes seconded, CARRIED, to consider all items under the Reports from the Secretary as Action Items. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Cook moved, Haynes seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held February 14, 1996. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS Mr. Vincent, representing Sparrow Hospital, indicated they were the primary petitioners on Item E.2. Parking Regulation Request: Michigan Avenue #96-10. Mr. Vincent indicated that this is one element of the revitalization and beautification endeavor which is in cooperation with the Eastside Neighborhood Organization and several businesses who have an interest in the area. Sparrow Traffic Board Proceedings - March 13, 1996 Page 2 Hospital is prepared to spend a certain amount of time, effort and money in the revitalization project which will be of benefit to the community. Mr. Vincent explained that he would be available to address any comments or questions throughout the meeting. Mr. Sutter indicated that he has taken photographs documenting the parking problems on Massachusetts Avenue, saying that the problems have existed for a number of years. Ms. Kowalsky reported that more problems have been created by the changed parking signs on Massachusetts Avenue. It appears that people are not obeying the new regulations and are parking on both sides of the street. People are parking at the crosswalks which is creating a hazard for children who can't see if a vehicle is approaching. Since the street is very narrow, it is hard to see if traffic is coming. Ms. Murphy-Woll, representing the Eastside Neighborhood Organization, indicated that she speaks on behalf of the organization who support the Parking Regulation Request on Michigan Avenue. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS 1 . Neighborhood Parking During Stadium Events #96-09 The Transportation Division has determined that with the commencement of baseball and stadium operations, there is the potential for event parkers to use residential streets in the area of the stadium for parking instead of designated facilities. Several actions have been taken in order to address the potential problems including: 1 . A letter outlining proposed solutions and a comment sheet was sent to area residents to solicit input. In conjunction with the survey a public meeting was held on March 6, 1996 to gather further residential input. 2. The Transportation Division will continue to monitor parking activity in residential areas. 3. A follow-up meeting with residents will be held May 7, 1996. 4. The residents were provided with several City contact names and phone numbers in the event difficulties do occur, concerns may be addressed immediately. Mr. Bush indicated the first baseball game is the MSU/U-M game April 3, 1996. Mr. Cook expressed concern that since there wasn't currently a problem, why this plan was necessary. Mr. Berridge explained that since it is impossible to predict where baseball parkers will park, it was important to: 1) let area residents know that there is ample parking available for public use so that no one should be forced to park in residential neighborhoods; and 2) provide area residents with contacts in case problems do arise. The Transportation Division has done an inventory of all private parking areas that are utilized by commercial businesses during the day and found there is an additional 1,400 spaces available without counting the 500-700 spaces available on the Sparrow Shuttle lot. It is Traffic Board Proceedings - March 13, 1996 Page 3 not perceived that there will be parking problems, but we want to be prepared in the event that are. It is important to open a channel of communication with the community if problems do occur so they can be corrected expeditiously. Mr. Berridge recommended that Traffic Investigation Report #96-09 be received an placed on file. Copiaco moved, Haynes seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place the report on file. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 2. Massachusetts Avenue Parking Survey Mr. Berridge reported that item D.2, Massachusetts Avenue Parking Survey, under Communications and Petitions, was included for information purposes so that the Board would have an understanding of what residents were asked to evaluate and make comments. Item D.3, Massachusetts Avenue Survey Comments from Gail Parker, represents the only response received prior to the Board meeting. Mr. Berridge recommended that both items be received and placed on file. Haynes moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place the report and comments on file. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY 1. Parking Regulation Request: Massachusetts Avenue #96-08 The Transportation Division recommends to make permanent the temporary parking regulations prohibiting stopping, standing, or parking, on the east side of Massachusetts Avenue from Grand River Avenue to 500 feet north of Grand River Avenue and to prohibit stopping, standing, or parking on the west side of Massachusetts Avenue from 120 feet north of Grand River Avenue to Grand River Avenue for the following reasons: 1) the proposed regulations would reduce the number of children crossing Massachusetts Avenue before and after school; 2) the proposed regulations have eliminated the parking of two vehicles across from one another, thus allowing two unobstructed travel lanes. Mr. Bush indicated that Dr. Henderson and teachers at the Grand River School worked with children teaching them to use cross-walks instead of crossing at all points along the roadway. There has been some trouble enforcing the new temporary regulations and Transportation Division staff have been working with the Lansing Police Department (LPD) and the School District's Public Safety Department to help get the new temporary regulations enforced and to make parents aware of the changes in the regulations. Mr. Haynes inquired if buses pick-up children along Massachusetts Avenue. Mr. Bush explained that the buses pick-up on New York Avenue. Parents that arrive to the school to pick-up children line-up in front of the Traffic Board Proceedings - March 13, 1996 Page 4 school, occasionally spilling down beyond the Grand River School driveway and encroach up toward Grand River. There have been a few occasions when driveways have been blocked and LPD has been monitoring this activity. Mr. Sutter indicated that he spent four hours one day taking pictures of the parking activities, noting that there was not sufficient parking for residents and parents picking up children and that during the four hours he observed the activities, he saw only one police officer enforcing the regulations. Mr. Cook asked to see the pictures. Mr. Sutter indicated they were not yet developed, and would send in copies at a later date. Mr. Cook inquired if there had been any accidents. Mr. Bush reported there has not. Transportation Division staff and the LPD have observed children running between parked cars to cross the street to their parents car before the implementation of the temporary parking regulation. Mr. Cook felt that the typical engineering answer to a problem had created a bigger problem by opening traffic lanes to more traffic travelling at greater speeds. Mr. Cook suggested the solution to the problem would be to allow unrestricted parking on both sides of the street. Mr. Cook passed out an article from the Journal of the American Planning Association, which provided information on how other cities are handling planning issues. Mr. Cook felt that the information would be useful in helping to evaluate future planning proposals. Mr. Haynes inquired if there are speed limit signs posted in the neighborhood and if there have been any speed limit evaluations. Mr. Bush explained that there are speed limit signs posted throughout the neighborhood and that the average speed falls below the 25 mile per hour speed limit due to the narrowness of the street and on-street parking. The street is approximately thirty feet. Most residents have driveways that can take two or three cars. Mr. Riddle inquired if parking along both sides of Massachusetts Avenue would cause the street to fall below the twenty-six foot entrance and egress requirements. Mr. Bush indicated that it would. Mr. Berridge explained that the proposed regulation transfers the restrictions from one side of the street to the other which will be unrestricted parking and uninterrupted curb side at all times. There will be no loss of parking spaces. Mr. Haynes asked why the Transportation Division was utilizing a thirty day study. Mr. Bush explained that nothing is permanent. The changes were implemented under a temporary traffic control order which has an expiration date. There has been several positive comments from the School and the Police Department and very few negative comments. There hasn't really been enough feed-back to determine if it would be better to return to the previous policy. Residents were sent a survey and encouraged to respond. Mr. Endres asked Mr. Sutter to explain what his issue with the policy is. Ms. Kowalsky responded that the current conditions don't allow parking on either side of the street, that people are parking everywhere. Mr. Copiaco Traffic Board Proceedings - March 13, 1996 Page 5 asked Ms. Kowalsky if there was anytime that she could not find a parking space. Ms. Kowalsky indicated that she could find a space, but not a legal parking space. Mr. Haynes referred to the proposed parking regulations which Ms. Kowalsky felt is an improved plan. Mr. Haynes indicated that this is the proposed regulation that the Transportation Division is asking to have made permanent. Ms. Kowalsky and Mr. Sutter stated that the current signage does not reflect this regulation. Mr. Bush reported that he has checked the sign installation and the signs are in place. Mr. Haynes moved to support the recommendation with the directive to the Transportation Division to make sure signage is in place. Haynes moved, Endres seconded, Carried, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to make permanent the temporary parking regulations prohibiting stopping, standing, or parking, on the east side of Massachusetts Avenue from Grand River Avenue to 500 feet north of Grand River Avenue and to prohibit stopping, standing, or parking on the west side of Massachusetts Avenue from 120 feet north of Grand River Avenue to Grand River Avenue for the following reasons: 1) The proposed regulations would reduce the number of children crossing Massachusetts Avenue before and after school; 2) The proposed regulations have eliminated the parking of two vehicles across from one another, thus allowing two unobstructed travel lanes. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 2. Parking Regulation Request: Michigan Avenue #96-10 The Transportation Division recommends that the request to change the existing parking regulation on both sides for Michigan Avenue from Pennsylvania Avenue to Holmes Street from unrestricted parking to no parking be approved in order to construct the East Michigan Avenue Streetscape project. The Transportation Division further recommends that the implementation of the no parking on Michigan Avenue be delayed until construction of the East Michigan Avenue Streetscape project commences. Additionally, parking on the south side of Michigan Avenue from Pennsylvania Avenue to Jones Street shall remain until construction of the South Sparrow parking deck with its improvements to Jones Street is completed. Mr. Cook expressed concern that the revitalization plan on Michigan Avenue may be similar to the plan that took place on Washington Avenue several years ago. He also expressed concern over the treatment of the people who own property in the proposed plan area. Mr. Cook explained that removing on-street parking in this area will make it difficult for people who want to park and run in to the bank or visit a patient at Sparrow Hospital. He suggested that the Studio de Danse may qualify for historic preservation. Ms. Murphy-Woll indicated that she has been involved with the revitalization process for about fifteen years. The Eastside Neighborhood is quite satisfied with the parking Sparrow has provided both for the public visiting the hospital and for Sparrow employees. Traffic Board Proceedings - March 13, 1996 Page 6 Mr. Haynes inquired what the ordinance states with regard to parking. Mr. Danke indicated that the area is zoned commercial and requires adequate off-street parking. Mr. Haynes asked the representatives of Sparrow if there are any development plans for the vacant parking lot from Jones to Bingham. Mr. Vincent indicated the property was only acquired last fall and there are no long term parking plans for the property at this time. Mr. Haynes inquired if Sparrow had spoken with the owners of the Studio de Danse or other businesses regarding future expansion in the block. Mr. Vincent indicated that the conversations held with Studio de Danse are sensitive. Mr. Vincent explained that the Studio de Danse was denied historic preservation due to prior renovations and modifications to the structure. With regard to future total expansion and utilization of Qualex area, there are options being considered but there are no conclusive long term plans except temporary parking enhancements. Mr. Cook inquired if there was an existing budget for the revitalization plan. Mr. Vincent wanted to extend his appreciation to the Transportation Division and Public Service Department for the cooperation and effort they have extended in assisting with this project. There is a mutually agreeable streetscape plan. Mr. Berridge explained that there is a streetscape plan which runs from Larch Street east to the railroad tracks and slightly beyond depending on funding. The current plans are to extend the streetscape to Hosmer Street with the 1996 construction season. The City has applied for and received a Transportation Enhancement Grant and plans are currently under development. Sparrow has committed to make the investment in the public right-away in 1996, in the area which is associated with their parking deck. Sparrow has committed to the 1997 project in the area that abuts their property. They will also take care of the rest of the frontage of their property on Michigan Avenue. The major investment is non-City funds. The initial grant was made as a three year project. The City has applied for a second grant of $250,000 to the Metropolitan Planning Organization through the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission. The project was rated number one in the region. This is a high priority project from a regional perspective for application to MDOT for enhancement funding. We expect to receive funding in 1997 to continue the project from Hosmer to the east toward Pennsylvania. Depending on when the funds run out, we may have to apply for a grant for year three, or if the funds are sufficient, and the design decisions are made, then we may pick a 1998 portion as a City project from Pennsylvania Avenue to Jones Street, on the south side. Mr. Berridge explained that the plan includes wider sidewalks, the new parking deck at Sparrow Hospital, an area for a bus-stop, and a pedestrian overhead connection. Mr. Haynes inquired if parking would be eliminated in the Hosmer to Pennsylvania stretch. Mr. Danke indicated that it is not anticipated at this time. A survey of area property owners did not find strong support for Traffic Board Proceedings - March 13, 1996 Page 7 the removal of parking. Mr. Haynes asked why parking is being eliminated in the Pennsylvania to Holmes stretch but not in the Hosmer to Pennsylvania area. Mr. Berridge explained that the two areas are significantly different. The area between Pennsylvania and Holmes is used primarily by Sparrow Hospital with very limited dependance on street parking. Comerica has adequate off-site parking. If the Spagnuolo property is developed, they will need to make contiguous parking part of the development. The revitalization plan is a first step in a long process to beautify the roadway and still be sensitive to the needs of the commercial area. Mr. Berridge expressed that as we have been working through the revitalization process the concept always has been the need to provide sufficient parking for whatever activities are occurring in the block as you go up and down the street. As you go further east, the properties begin to change. Certain buildings have come down and with re-development, the dependance on street parking no longer exists. As changes take place to the east, parking decisions may change in the area. Each block has to be treated almost as an independent project. The concept includes providing more right of way for pedestrian traffic flow, bus turn-outs, and benches for people to sit and relax in the area, will soften the roadway impact. Ms. Murphy-Woll explained that Michigan Avenue is the entrance to the State Capitol. The Eastside Neighborhood Association has encouraged new businesses going in on Michigan Avenue east of Holmes to provide off- street parking. Most of the businesses have their own parking. They would like to continue the vision that Michigan Avenue remain the entrance to the State Capitol. Mr. Cook indicated there are still sufficient questions regarding the project. Mr. Endres explained that anytime you mix parking, traffic and pedestrians, accidents occur. This is a good opportunity to develop a good looking plan and remove the parking. In reality within this plan, there is only one business that is impacted, and that is the dance studio. Everything else has been positive. If property is vacant and undeveloped at the present time, on-street parking is not going to make a difference. The zoning laws have provided that commercial properties must make adequate parking available. The question is whether we want to trade the upgrading of these areas to satisfy the lack of parking by the dance studio. Mr. Endres move to support the Transportation Division's recommendation. Mr. Haynes asked if the Eastside Neighborhood Association is supportive of the plan. Ms. Murphy-Woll indicated that they are. Mr. Cook asked that the plan be done on a temporary basis so there is a mechanism in place to reverse the decision if the plan becomes non- functional. Mr. Berridge explained that this is not an issue of permanent vs temporary. The modifications will take place over a number of years. Traffic Board Proceedings - March 13, 1996 Page 8 Mr. Endres repeated his motion to support the Transportation Division's recommendation. Endres moved, Haynes seconded Defeated, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to change the existing parking regulation on both sides for Michigan Avenue from Pennsylvania Avenue to Holmes Street from unrestricted parking to no parking to be approved in order to construct the East Michigan Avenue Streetscape project. The Transportation Division further recommends that the implementation of the no parking on Michigan Avenue be delayed until construction of the East Michigan Avenue Streetscape project commences. Additionally, parking on the south side of Michigan Avenue from Pennsylvania Avenue to Jones Street shall remain until construction of the South Sparrow parking Deck with its improvements to Jones Street is completed. Yeas: 4 Nays: 1 (Cook) Mr. Cook indicated that the Traffic Board was an advisory board and the final decision would go before the City Council. Mr. Cook suggested making the beautification process temporary by putting in sod instead of concrete. Mr. Haynes asked Mr. Cook if the section of parking that would be eliminated in 1998 would be far enough east to give a good indication of whether the plan is working, or is it being suggested that the project be postponed in these areas. Mr. Cook suggested that the project be done on a temporary basis. ACTION ITEMS 1 . Traffic Board Annual Evaluation Mr. Berridge reported that three members of the Board conducted a review of the evaluation. The one major change that was made was the addition of Goal No. 4, "To improve the Traffic Board's advisory functions as set forth under Article 5-106 of the Lansing City Charter." The Board would conduct a review of the process that leads to the preparation of the report and to ask that Transportation Division staff prepare and present reports to the Board throughout the year regarding projects and activities so that Board members have a greater comfort level with the staffing within the Division and are kept abreast of activities by the time the report is prepared rather than receiving the information once a year. Mr. Berridge welcomed any questions or comments and any further review of details contained in the report. Mr. Cook indicated that as a member of the Traffic Board Evaluation Review Committee, he examined the requirement of the City Charter that covers the Traffic Board Evaluation. Mr. Cook quoted the requirement from the City Charter. Mr. Cook explained that many of the items on the report that need to be evaluated by the Board, have never been brought before the Board. He Traffic Board Proceedings - March 13, 1996 Page 9 felt that it is difficult to evaluate something that the Board has never seen before. Mr. Cook recommended that the Board take each item one at a time and respond to them, and by doing so fulfill the requirements under the Charter. Mr. Haynes asked if Mr. Cook had any suggestions on how to approach the evaluation. Mr. Cook indicated that he had prepared comments for each one of the items. 1. Goal #l, para 1: The activity does promote the goal. para 2: The activity needs to be brought before the Board for review, lack sufficient information to comment. para 3: Agree. para 4: Lack sufficient information to comment. Should be placed on the agenda to be reviewed at a later time. para 5: These activities promote the goal. 2. Objective 1-A Agree. 1-B Agree. 1-C No information on the training of staff. 1-D Traffic Board not directly related, not in a position to evaluate this item. 1-E This is a Traffic Regulation Schedule that has been around since 1988. Need to re-evaluate whether this should be a goal. 2-A para. 1 - Agree. para. 2 - Lack sufficient information. para. 3 - Agree. 2-B Lack sufficient information. 2-C Personnel issue, lack sufficient information on the training session. 2-D CashKey system, these were items that were brought before the Mayor's Parking and Downtown Development Committee and the Board had second hand involvement. The Charter does not indicate the Mayor's Parking and Downtown Traffic Board Proceedings - March 13, 1996 Page 10 Development Committee is a bonafide committee. There isn't anything in the Charter that allows an ad-hoc committee to review those issues which are in the Charter and assigned to other advisory boards. Mr. Cook recommended that this issue be brought to the City Attorney requesting a review and response as to whether the Mayor's Parking and Downtown Development Committee is a bonafide committee and whether it has the authority to review items before they are brought before the Traffic Board. para. 2 - Lack of sufficient information. 2-E,F,G Combined, Board not involved in this issue. Mr. Copiaco inquired if Mr. Cook was trying to show that the Traffic Board was in no position to evaluate the report due to a lack of information. Mr. Cook explained that with regard to the Sparrow report, the Board was given the report piecemeal and suggested it would be to everyone's benefit if both committees involved in it were given the whole proposal. Secondly, we only continued to deal with a small segment of the people involved, but the immediate neighborhood wasn't brought into the discussions. Mr. Cook moved to accept the Evaluation with the recommended comments to the various items. Cook moved, Haynes seconded, Carried, to accept the amended Traffic Board Evaluation Report with the recommended comments to various items and make an inquiry through the appropriate channels of the City Attorney's office pursuant to the second sentence of section 2.B.1. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 Mr. Berridge asked for clarification from the Board as to where they expect to make these comments in the report. Mr. Haynes indicated in the comment section. Mr. Berridge indicated that the report was reviewed in detail by the Traffic Board Evaluation Review Committee and this is not in keeping with the decisions that were made at that time. There was a specific methodology applied when reviewing the report. Issues and comments regarding the report should have been addressed at the time of the review. Mr. Berridge asked what the Board wished to accomplish by attaching comments to each paragraph of the report. Mr. Berridge indicated he would transmit the report based on his responsibilities as Secretary. Mr. Cook stated that any change in his position was based on reviewing other board reports, and that other reports have comment sections. Mr. Haynes explained that Mr. Berridge was correct, that the Traffic Board Evaluation Review Committee did agree that the materials contained Traffic Board Proceedings - March 13, 1996 Page 11 in the Traffic Board Evaluation would be appropriate for this year and should be submitted in that regard. In light of the information Mr. Cook has obtained from reviewing other City reports puts the Board in a dilemma. Mr. Haynes recommended that the Board move this report forward until they can review other City reports, and in lieu of that. Mr. Haynes moved to reconsider the previous recommendation. Haynes moved, Copiaco seconded, Carried, to reconsider the earlier recommendation. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 Mr. Cook made the observation that other reports were not as extensive as this report, and recommended that in order to make this document conform to other City reports, to include items where there are comments and delete items that lack sufficient information. Mr. Cook expressed that the report appeared to be more of an internal document. Mr. Riddle suggested including some revisions on the report. Mr. Endres indicated that the Traffic Board Evaluation Review Committee suggested letting the report go with the objective to evaluate the process. This may be an alternative that would offer an opportunity for the Board to re-evaluate the process at a later time. Adding the comments would have a negative connotation on the report. Haynes moved to accept The Traffic Board Evaluation as prepared with objective 4-A & 4-B which was decided on at the Preliminary Review Committee meeting, and that the 1996 report should reflect the modifications that are the obligations under the City Charter. Mr. Berridge indicated that he would make copies of other reports if that will enable the Board to decide how to use the report. Mr. Berridge explained that the report had served a dual purpose. The format has been used for years. Many of the activities in the report are administrative in nature. If the Board wishes to make the report a policy report, then the issue of being policy oriented report along with report format could be debated in the future. The annual administrative evaluation could be done in a separate report. Mr. Haynes expressed that he did not want his actions on the previous motion to reflect disregard for the Secretary for this Board or his staff. He felt that Mr. Berridge and his staff have been very helpful and have executed their responsibilities and expectations. Mr. Haynes moved again to accept the Traffic Board Evaluation as presented by the Secretary, and that they look at the recommendations of objectives 4-A and 4-B for development of the 1996 Traffic Board Evaluation. Mr. Cook requested that the comments and deliberations be a part of the record and that the recommendation to ask for a review by the City Attorney be added. Haynes moved, Riddle seconded, Traffic Board Proceedings - March 13, 1996 Page 12 Carried, to accept the Traffic Board Evaluation for 1995 as presented by the Secretary with the addition of Objectives 4-A and 4-B, and to make an inquiry through the appropriate channels of the City Attorney's office pursuant to second sentence of section 2.B.1. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 8:00 Mr. Cook left the meeting. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m. due to a lack of a quorum. Respectfully submitted, David A. Berridge Secretary c:\wp\data\traffic\minutes\0396 r CITY OF LANSING PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING L i,I S C'I IT Y CI Lr;y MEETING OF FEBRUARY 14, 1996 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chairman Copiaco at 6:03 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Cook, Copiaco, Endres, Haynes, Riddle Board Members Absent: Fuentes, Smith Visitors: Patrick Bush, Judith Corlett, William French, Lenora Jadun, Fred Puffenberger, H. A. Welch MOTIONS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE Ms. Fuentes requested an excused absence. Ms. Smith requested an excused absence. Haynes moved, Cook seconded CARRIED, to issue Ms. Fuentes and Ms. Smith an excused absence. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF RULES Mr. Berridge recommended that all items under Reports from the Secretary be considered as Action Items. Haynes moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to consider all items under the Reports from the Secretary as Action Items. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Cook moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held January 10, 1996. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS Ms. Jadun, Public Service Director, reported that the revised Evening/Saturday Parking Meter Operations Policy went before the Ways and Means Committee who requested that the issue be brought before the Traffic Board for reconsideration and to review the policy with the downtown groups that have expressed their concern with the issue. The current resolution states that the policy will begin April 1, 1996. The ramps will be operating during the baseball season and will i Traffic Board Proceedings - February 14, 1996 Page 2 charge a fee of $2.50 for a five hour period. To be consistent with this, it was requested that a similar fee be established at the meters in the revised meter zone. Ms. Jadun indicated that the Planning Department has reported difficulty in enticing businesses to the 300 and 400 block of S. Washington Square due to the lack of turnover at the meters in these two blocks during the evenings and the weekends. There are several parking alternatives for the Cooley Law students, including free parking at meters that are within a two block distance from the College. Ms. Jadun indicated that it is the Administration's recommendation to initiate the revised plan on April 1, 1996. Mr. Puffenberger, representing Cooley Law School, reported that the revised plan does not give consideration to Cooley students. A recommendation was made at a Mall Advisory Board meeting that parking be instituted on Saturdays, allowing for turnover at the meters to accommodate businesses that are open and leave the evening for free. Saturday meter operations should then be re- evaluated after nine months. Instituting paid parking downtown during the evenings may have a negative impact. Ms. Corlett, from The Dancing Goat Coffeehouse, indicated that 90-minute meters on the S. Washington Mall may cause problems because baseball parkers will probably still park at these meters and may face a parking ticket when they return from the game which will create ill-will. Turnover at the meters may not occur if baseball patrons park at these meters for five hours, however, they will see the business and return at another time. People who don't usually come downtown, may return downtown to patronize businesses. Mr. Berridge recommended that the Board suspend the rules and change the order of items to address the Evening/Saturday Parking Meter Operation issue. Cook moved, Haynes seconded, Carried, to suspend the rules and change the order of items to address the Evening/Saturday Parking Meter Operation issue. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 Evening/saturday Parking Meter Operations - Revised Recommendations (#96-06) Mr. Berridge indicated that the plan that was brought before the Traffic Board in December may have been premature without having first heard from the other interested groups that would be impacted by the policy. The Downtown Business Association will be the most impacted by the revised plan whose membership is basically split on the revised recommendation. The greatest concerns expressed at the Downtown Business Association meeting held in January seemed to be that five hour parking on the S. Washington Mall would not facilitate turnover at the meters. This concern was one motivation in revising the original plan. It was determined there would be adequate parking on the side streets for 5 hour parking. There is a division on opinion on what plan will be the most. accommodating to businesses and parking patrons. The Ways and Means Committee is looking for advise and opinions from the Traffic Board in support of the revised plan or suggestions of alternatives. Mr. Endres inquired the number of parking spaces in the four block area on S. Washington Mall. Mr. Berridge indicated there are approximately 170 parking stalls. i Traffic Board Proceedings - February 14, 1996 Page 3 Mr. Berridge reported that there will be 70 home games during the 150-day season evenly distributed on each day of the week. There will be heavy utilization of the South Grand and North Grand (both old side and the expansion) parking structures. There is sufficient parking in these facilities to accommodate downtown parking demand. Additional needs can be accommodated at the South Capitol and North Capitol facilities. Currently, the meters on the South Washington Mall are programmed as 90-minute meters. There are less time limit violations in this area now that there is foot patrol. Mr. Cook suggested adopting a plan that splits the 100 - 400 block area into two sections. The 100 - 200 blocks could be 90-minute zone and the 300 - 400 have a longer time limit. Mr. Haynes suggested the longer limit should be five hours for the sake of consistency. Mr. Berridge indicated that regulations that vary from block to block would be a challenge to communicate to the public. Ms. Corlett suggested extending the existing time limit until 7:00 p.m. or 8:00 p.m. Mr. Welch suggested a three hour time limit, or enforce the meters until 8:00 p.m. Creating separate regulations for the four block area will be very confusing. Mr. Berridge explained that the meters can be adjusted as needed, the difficulty will be to clearly communicate regulations to the public. Mr. Endres inquired if the new regulations would be just for the baseball season. Mr. Berridge indicated the regulations would be enforced year round. Mr. Puffenberger reported there are approximately 800 students who attend evening classes during the summer. Mr. Endres inquired if Cooley's issues were safety or convenience. Mr. Puffenberger indicated that it is an issue of fairness and that the regulations penalizes people who park downtown during the evening. Mr. Haynes explained that if a free parking zone is created around the parking ramps, people will park in the free zone. The budget projections were based on revenue that is generated by the parking ramps. Parking in free parking zones is going to cause less revenue being generated by the ramps which could cause a shortfall in the budget. People will not return downtown if there is no turnover of parking spaces. Mr. Haynes moved to amend the revised Evening/Saturday Parking Meter Operations Policy changing the 90-minute zone to include the 100 and 200 block of S. Washington and to make the 300 and 400 block a five-hour parking zone. Haynes moved, Cook seconded, CARRIED, to approve the revised Evening/Saturday Parking Meter Operations Policy including changing the 90-minute zone to include the 100 and 200 block of S. Washington and to make the 300 and 400 block a five-hour parking zone. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 a Traffic Board Proceedings - February 14, 1996 Page 4 COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS 1. Traffic Board Appointment - Gary Endres Mr. Berridge recommended that the information packet for Mr. Endres be received and placed on file. Haynes moved, Cook seconded, Carried, to receive and place on file the information packet for Mr. Endres. 2. Traffic Investigation Report: Downey Street #96-03 The investigation resulted from a request from a neighborhood resident who indicated that there was high speed, high volume and cut through traffic on Downey Street. The investigation did not reveal a problem with speed on Downey Street. In an attempt to decrease the volume of cut through traffic in this neighborhood, "No Left Turn" regulations have been implemented at several intersections along Grand River Avenue. Downey Street remains the only permissible left turn to access the neighborhood adjacent to Downey Street. Due to the anticipated high violation rate and opposition from area residents, the implementation of a "No Left Turn" prohibition from Grand River onto Downey, was not pursued. The installation of a directional sign, on eastbound Grand River, directing motorists wishing to go north on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard to continue eastbound and to use the northbound turn out has been installed by MDOT. After the sign has been in place for 60 to 90 days, a review will be conducted to determine if this measure is effective. The results of this .study may be incorporated into the Traffic Calming review process. Mr. Cook inquired if the Lansing Police Department's (LPD) policy which indicates that a speeding problem is indicated by a violation rate of 15% or more is a new policy. Mr. Bush reported that the policy probably works as a guideline rather than a standard. The LPD considers greater than 15 o is an indication of a dire need for enforcement. Mr. Berridge explained that if there are more than 15 0 of the vehicles going over 35 mile per hour or higher, the LPD considers this a high priority. Mr. Berridge recommended the report be received and placed on file. Copiaco moved, Cook seconded, Carried, to receive and place the report on file. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 3. Traffic Investigation Report: Herbert/Isbell Area #96-04 The investigation resulted from a request to convert the intersections of Herbert Street at Isbell Street and Herbert Street at Norman Street to all- way stops. The request was prompted by the speed and cut through traffic causing a perceived safety concern relating to children walking to school. The investigation did not reveal a speeding or cut through traffic problem. The Transportation Division recommends that the request to convert the intersection of Herbert Street at Isbell Street and Herbert y Traffic Board Proceedings - February 14, 1996 Page 5 Street at Norman Street from two-way stops to all-way stops be denied because the Michigan Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices' warrants for all-way stop control are not met. The Transportation Division is currently developing a Neighborhood Study Program to deal with neighborhood traffic issues. If implemented, the residents' concerns will be incorporated into the Neighborhood Study Program's next scheduled review of this neighborhood. Mr. Haynes inquired if the collection of data for the Neighborhood Study Program during the summer would be for the whole city or selected neighborhoods. Mr. Bush explained that the Neighborhood Study Program has been teamed with the Traffic Calming Program. If the Traffic Calming Program is not budgeted, it is intended to proceed with the Neighborhood Study Program as planned. The plan will study five neighborhoods a year for seven years, the schedule will be accelerated if possible. The process has begun and input is being received. Mr. Haynes moved to recommend the report be received and placed on file. Haynes moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place the report on file. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY 1. Kensington Parking Regulation Request (#96-05) Mr. Berridge reported a Temporary Traffic Control Order was issued on January 22, 1996 rescinding the existing parking regulations that prohibited parking between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. , except Saturday and Sunday, on both sides of Kensington Road, from Rockford Road and Wayburn Road. The temporary regulations allow unrestricted parking on both sides of Kensington Road from Rockford Road to Wayburn Road. The Transportation Division recommends making permanent the temporary parking regulations that allows unrestricted parking on Kensington Road between Rockford Road and Wayburn Road because of neighborhood support. Mr. Endres expressed concern that parking on both sides of the street may cause the street to be to narrow for the passage of emergency vehicles. Mr. Berridge explained there are many narrow residential streets in the City of Lansing which probably don't meet national design standards or street width vs. parking width regulations. In practice, the parking density on the street is what is evaluated rather than the width,of the street when determining if parking should be allowed on both sides of the street. As the density increases on a street, parking restrictions may be considered for one side of the street to accommodate closer compliance with design standards. r Traffic Board Proceedings - February 14, 1996 Page 6 Copiaco moved, Haynes seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to make permanent the temporary parking regulations that allows unrestricted parking on Kensington Road between Rockford Road and Wayburn Road because of neighborhood support. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 ACTION ITEMS None. TABLED ITEMS 1. Traffic Calming Report (#95-47A) Mr. Berridge reported that this item is still being reviewed by the Administration. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS None. OLD BUSINESS Mr. Haynes inquired if the Traffic Board would have any input with regard to the budget. Mr. Berridge explained that the budget documents will be available at the same time parking rate recommendations are made. The budget has been submitted to the Public Service Board which'is reviewing the expense side. The Public Service Department is anticipating parking rate recommendations to be made by the Traffic Board. The budget documents should be available next month for discussion. Mr. Copiaco reported that he has tendered his resignation in order to devote more time to other commitments, and that he intends to continue to serve for 30 - 60 days while a replacement is being identified. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted, David A. B rridge" Secretary c:\wp\data\traffic\minutes\0296 • y�N S Public Service Department TRANSPORTATION DIVISION R I.,^ , 219 North Cesar Chavez Avenue , Lansing,MI 48933-1317 ;°', d Li "; �• i (517)483-4240 Fax(517)483-4395 j c G ,r7�`.1G HI March 14, 1996 Marilynn Slade City Clerk City Hall Lansing, Michigan Re: Traffic Board Minutes Dear Ms. Slade: Attached are the approved Traffic Board minutes from the meeting held on February 14, 1996. Please place these minutes on file. Respectfully submitted, LANSING TRAFFIC BOARD Faith Rach, Recording Secretary Enclosure cc: James Smiertka, w/enclosure c:\wp\data\traffic\mintrans.1tr FD CITY OF LANSING I ,.... PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE , _„ �., TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING`1"�i '� CITY �,t_1~n�� MEETING OF FEBRUARY 14, 1996 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chairman Copiaco at 6:03 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Cook, Copiaco, Endres, Haynes, Riddle Board Members Absent: Fuentes, Smith Visitors: Patrick Bush, Judith Corlett, William French, Lenora Jadun, Fred Puffenberger, H. A. Welch MOTIONS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE Ms. Fuentes requested an excused absence. Ms. Smith requested an excused absence. Haynes moved, Cook seconded CARRIED, to issue Ms. Fuentes and Ms. Smith an excused absence. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF RULES Mr. Berridge recommended that all items under Reports from the Secretary be considered as Action Items. Haynes moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to consider all items under the Reports from the Secretary as Action Items. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Cook moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held January 10, 1996. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS Ms. Jadun, Public Service Director, reported that the revised Evening/Saturday Parking Meter Operations Policy went before the Ways and Means Committee who requested that the issue be brought before the Traffic Board for reconsideration and to review the policy with the downtown groups that have expressed their concern with the issue. The current resolution states that the policy will begin April 1, 1996. The ramps will be oberatinLy durinoT the baseball SPacnn and will r Traffic Board Proceedings - February 14, 1996 Page 2 charge a fee of $2.50 for a five hour period. To be consistent with this, it was requested that a similar fee be established at the meters in the revised meter zone. Ms. Jadun indicated that the Planning Department has reported difficulty in enticing businesses to the 300 and 400 block of S. Washington Square due to the lack of turnover at the meters in these two blocks during the evenings and the weekends. There are several parking alternatives for the Cooley Law students, including free parking at meters that are within a two block distance from the College. Ms. Jadun indicated that it is the Administration's recommendation to initiate the revised plan on April 1, 1996. Mr. Puffenberger, representing Cooley Law School, reported that the revised plan does not give consideration to Cooley students. A recommendation was made at a Mall Advisory Board meeting that parking be instituted on Saturdays, allowing for turnover at the meters to accommodate businesses that are open and leave the evening for free. Saturday meter operations should then be re- evaluated after nine months. Instituting paid parking downtown during the evenings may have a negative impact. Ms. Corlett, from The Dancing Goat Coffeehouse, indicated that 90-minute meters on the S. Washington Mall may cause problems because baseball parkers will probably still park at these meters and may face a parking ticket when they return from the game which will create ill-will. Turnover at the meters may not occur if baseball patrons park at these meters for five hours, however, they will see the business and return at another time. People who don't usually come downtown, may return downtown to patronize businesses. Mr. Berridge recommended that the Board suspend the rules and change the order of items to address the Evening/Saturday Parking Meter Operation issue. Cook moved, Haynes seconded, Carried, to suspend the rules and change the order of items to address the Evening/Saturday Parking Meter Operation issue. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 Evening/saturday Parking Meter Operations - Revised Recommendations (#96-06) Mr. Berridge indicated that the plan that was brought before the Traffic Board in December may have been premature without having first heard from the other interested groups that would be impacted by the policy. The Downtown Business Association will be the most impacted by the revised plan whose membership is basically split on the revised recommendation. The greatest concerns expressed at the Downtown Business Association meeting held in January seemed to be that five hour parking on the S. Washington Mall would not facilitate turnover at the meters. This concern was one motivation in revising the original plan. It was determined there would be adequate parking on the side streets for 5 hour parking. There is a division on opinion on what plan will be the most' accommodating to businesses and parking patrons. The Ways and Means Committee is looking for advise and opinions from the Traffic Board in support of the revised plan or suggestions of alternatives. Mr. Endres inquired the number of parking spaces in the four block area on S. Washington Mall. Mr. Berridge indicated there are approximately 170 parking stalls. i Traffic Board Proceedings - February 14, 1996 Page 3 Mr. Berridge reported that there will be 70 home games during the 150-day season evenly distributed on each day of the week. There will be heavy utilization of the South Grand and North Grand (both old side and the expansion) parking structures. There is sufficient parking in these facilities to accommodate downtown parking demand. Additional needs can be accommodated at the South Capitol and North Capitol facilities. Currently, the meters on the South Washington Mall are programmed as 90-minute meters. There are less time limit violations in this area now that there is foot patrol. Mr. Cook suggested adopting a plan that splits the 100 - 400 block area into two sections. The 100 - 200 blocks could be 90-minute zone and the 300 - 400 have a longer time limit. Mr. Haynes suggested the longer limit should be five hours for the sake of consistency. Mr. Berridge indicated that regulations that vary from block to block would be a challenge to communicate to the public. Ms. Corlett suggested extending the existing time limit until 7:00 p.m. or 8:00 p.m. Mr. Welch suggested a three hour time limit, or enforce the meters until 8:00 p.m. Creating separate regulations for the four block area will be very confusing. Mr. Berridge explained that the meters can be adjusted as needed, the difficulty will be to clearly communicate regulations to the public. Mr. Endres inquired if the new regulations would be just for the baseball season. Mr. Berridge indicated the regulations would be enforced year round. Mr. Puffenberger reported there are approximately 800 students who attend evening classes during the summer. Mr. Endres inquired if Cooley's issues were safety or convenience. Mr. Puffenberger indicated that it is an issue of fairness and that the regulations penalizes people who park downtown during the evening. Mr. Haynes explained that if a free parking zone is created around the parking ramps, people will park in the free zone. The budget projections were based on revenue that is generated by the parking ramps. Parking in free parking zones is going to cause less revenue being generated by the ramps which could cause a shortfall in the budget. People will not return downtown if there is no turnover of parking spaces. Mr. Haynes moved to amend the revised Evening/Saturday Parking Meter Operations Policy changing the 90-minute zone to include the 100 and 200 block of S. Washington and to make the 300 and 400 block a five-hour parking zone. Haynes moved, Cook seconded, CARRIED, to approve the revised Evening/Saturday Parking Meter Operations Policy including changing the 90-minute zone to include the 100 and 200 block of S. Washington and to make the 300 and 400 block a five-hour parking zone. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 Traffic Board Proceedings - February 14, 1996 Page 4 COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS 1. Traffic Board Appointment - Gary Endres Mr. Berridge recommended that the information packet for Mr. Endres be received and placed on file. Haynes moved, Cook seconded, Carried, to receive and place on file the information packet for Mr. Endres. 2. Traffic Investigation Report: Downey Street #96-03 The investigation resulted from a request from a neighborhood resident who indicated that there was high speed, high volume and cut through traffic on Downey Street. The investigation did not reveal a problem with speed on Downey Street. In an attempt to decrease the volume of cut through traffic in this neighborhood, "No Left Turn" regulations have been implemented at several intersections along Grand River Avenue. Downey Street remains the only permissible left turn to access the neighborhood adjacent to Downey Street. Due to the anticipated high violation rate and opposition from area residents, the implementation of a "No Left Turn" prohibition from Grand River onto Downey, was not pursued. The installation of a directional sign, on eastbound Grand River, directing motorists wishing to go north on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard to continue eastbound and to use the northbound turn out has been installed by MDOT. After the sign has been in place for 60 to 90 days, a review will be conducted to determine if this measure is effective. The results of this .study may be incorporated into the Traffic Calming review process. Mr. Cook inquired if the Lansing Police Department's (LPD) policy which indicates that a speeding problem is indicated by a violation rate of 15% or more is a new policy. Mr. Bush reported that the policy probably works as a guideline rather than a standard. The LPD considers greater than 15 o is an indication of a dire need for enforcement. Mr. Berridge explained that if there are more than 15 0 of the vehicles going over 35 mile per hour or higher, the LPD considers this a high priority. Mr. Berridge recommended the report be received and placed on file. Copiaco moved, Cook seconded, Carried, to receive and place the report on file. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 3. Traffic Investigation Report: Herbert/Isbell Area #96-04 The investigation resulted from a request to convert the intersections of Herbert Street at Isbell Street and Herbert Street at Norman Street to all- way stops. The request was prompted by the speed and cut through traffic causing a perceived safety concern relating to children walking to school. The investigation did not reveal a speeding or cut through traffic problem. The Transportation Division recommends that the request to convert the intersection of Herbert Street at Isbell Street and Herbert Traffic Board Proceedings - February 14, 1996 Page 5 Street at Norman Street from two-way stops to all-way stops be denied because the Michigan Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices' warrants for all-way stop control are not met. The Transportation Division is currently developing a Neighborhood Study Program to deal with neighborhood traffic issues. If implemented, the residents' concerns will be incorporated into the Neighborhood Study Program's next scheduled review of this neighborhood. Mr. Haynes inquired if the collection of data for the Neighborhood Study Program during the summer would be for the whole city or selected neighborhoods. Mr. Bush explained that the Neighborhood Study Program has been teamed with the Traffic Calming Program. If the Traffic Calming Program is not budgeted, it is intended to proceed with the Neighborhood Study Program as planned. The plan will study five neighborhoods a year for seven years, the schedule will be accelerated if possible. The process has begun and input is being received. Mr. Haynes moved to recommend the report be received and placed on file. Haynes moved, Riddle seconded, CARRIED, to receive and place the report on file. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY 1. Kensington Parking Regulation Request (#96-05) Mr. Berridge reported a Temporary Traffic Control Order was issued on January 22, 1996 rescinding the existing parking regulations that prohibited parking between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. , except Saturday and Sunday, on both sides of Kensington Road, from Rockford Road and Wayburn Road. The temporary regulations allow unrestricted parking on both sides of Kensington Road from Rockford Road to Wayburn ' Road. The Transportation Division recommends making permanent the temporary parking regulations that allows unrestricted parking on Kensington Road between Rockford Road and Wayburn Road because of neighborhood support. Mr. Endres expressed concern that parking on both sides of the street may cause the street to be to narrow for the passage of emergency vehicles. Mr. Berridge explained there are many narrow residential streets in the City of Lansing which probably don't meet national design standards or street width vs. parking width regulations. In practice, the parking density on the street is what is evaluated rather than the width of the street when determining if parking should be allowed on both sides of the street. As the density increases on a street, parking restrictions may be considered for one side of the street to accommodate closer compliance with design standards. t • Traffic Board Proceedings - February 14, 1996 Page 6 Copiaco moved, Haynes seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to make permanent the temporary parking regulations that allows unrestricted parking on Kensington Road between Rockford Road and Wayburn Road because of neighborhood support. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 ACTION ITEMS None. TABLED ITEMS 1. Traffic Calming Report (#95-47A) Mr. Berridge reported that this item is still being reviewed by the Administration. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS None. OLD BUSINESS Mr. Haynes inquired if the Traffic Board would have any input with regard to the budget. Mr. Berridge explained that the budget documents will be available at the same time parking rate recommendations are made. The budget has been submitted to the Public Service Board which is reviewing the expense side. The Public Service Department is anticipating parking rate recommendations to be made by the Traffic Board. The budget documents should be available next month for discussion. Mr. Copiaco reported that he has tendered his resignation in order to devote more time to other commitments, and that he intends to continue to serve for 30 - 60 days while a replacement is being identified. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted, David�VB rridge" Secretary c:\wp\data\traffic\minutes\0296 y�N S 1 �'c Public Service Department TRANSPORTATION DIVISION " 219 North Cesar Chavez Avenue Lansing,MI 48933-1317 (517)483-4240 ,Fax(517)483-4395 �% -• ��1 I CLERK jcHIG February 26, 1996 Marilynn Slade City Clerk City Hall Lansing, Michigan Re: Traffic Board Minutes Dear Ms. Slade: Attached are the draft Traffic Board minutes from the meeting held on February 14, 1996. Respectfully submitted, LANSING TRAFFIC BOARD Faith Rach, Recording Secretary Enclosure c:\wp\data\traffic\draftmin.1tr CITY OF LANSING PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING MEETING OF JANUARY 10, 1996 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chairman Copiaco at 6:05 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Cook, Copiaco, Fuentes, Haynes, Riddle Board Members Absent: Smith Visitors: Patrick Bush, Dan Danke, Bob Johnson MOTIONS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE Ms. Smith requested an excused absence. Haynes moved, Riddle seconded CARRIED, to issue Ms. Smith an excused absence. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF RULES Mr. Berridge recommended that all items under Reports from the Secretary be considered as Action Items. Riddle moved, Haynes seconded, CARRIED, to consider all items under the Reports from the Secretary as Action Items Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Haynes moved, Cook seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held December 13, 1995. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS Mr. Haynes moved to postpone Public Comment on Agenda Items to a latter part of the meeting in case members of the public arrive later. Haynes moved, Cook seconded, CARRIED, to postpone Public Comment on Agenda Items to a latter part of the meeting in case members of the public arrive later. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 Traffic Board Proceedings - January 10, 1996 Page 2 COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS 1 . Seymour Street Area: Alternating Two-Way Stop System Preliminary Report Mr. Berridge reported the post installation traffic volumes for southbound vehicles on Seymour Street show a decrease in vehicles. Southbound traffic volumes have decreased on Pine Street and Walnut Street between 25 and 375 vehicles per day, since the installation of the alternating two-way stop system in the Seymour Street area. Southbound traffic volumes on Capitol Avenue north of Oakland Avenue have increased as anticipated. The installation of the Alternating Two-Way Stop System has achieved its primary objective of reducing southbound traffic along Seymour Street through the study area, without adversely affecting the other north-south streets in the study area. Mr. Berridge noted that this report was included as information for the Traffic Board. This preliminary report will be communicated to the neighborhood and a meeting would be held to answer any questions or address any concerns that remain. The preliminary information will also be communicated to City Council once the neighborhood has been advised. REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY 1 . Mahlon Street Parking Regulation Request (#96-01) Mr. Bush reported that on November 28, 1995, a temporary traffic control order was issued and signs were installed prohibiting parking on the east side of Mahlon Street from Oakland Avenue to Grand River Avenue. The Transportation Division has received positive input from the residents regarding the temporary parking regulations and recommends making the temporary traffic control order, permanent. Riddle moved, Haynes seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to make permanent the temporary traffic control order prohibiting parking on the east side of Mahlon Street from Oakland Avenue to Grand River Avenue. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 2. Parking Regulation Request: Eighth Street (#96-02) Mr. Bush reported that on December 13, 1995, a temporary traffic control order was issued and signs were installed, limiting parking to two hours between the hours of 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM on the west side of Eighth Street from Prospect Street to 230 feet south of Prospect Street, and prohibiting parking on the west side of Eighth Street from 230 feet south of Prospect Street to Kalamazoo Street. Site visits confirmed that the temporary traffic control order has been effective in discouraging all day parking on Eighth Street. The Transportation Division recommends making permanent the temporary traffic control order that limits parking on the west side of Eight Street to two hours between the hours of 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM from Prospect Street to 230 feet south of Prospect Street and prohibit parking on the west side of Eighth Street from 230 feet south of Prospect Street to Traffic Board Proceedings - January 10, 1996 Page 3 Kalamazoo Street. Mr. Cook inquired if this temporary traffic control order dealt with the west side of the street. Mr. Bush explained that the recommendation standardizes the parking regulations on both sides of the streets. There was a stretch of 150 feet on the west side that was two hour. The regulation took the two hour stretch and extended it northward toward the intersection. Mr. Berridge reported that the proposed regulations increases the no parking in certain areas and extends the two- hour parking area to the north end of the block. Cook moved, Mr. Haynes seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to make the temporary traffic control order permanent that limits parking on the west side of Eighth Street to two hours between the hours of 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM from Prospect Street to 230 feet south of Prospect Street and prohibits parking on the west side of Eighth Street from 230 feet south of Prospect Street to Kalamazoo Street. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 ACTION ITEMS None. 6:15 Mr. Johnson arrived. TABLED ITEMS 1. Traffic Calming Report (#95-47A) Mr. Berridge reported that there have been major revisions made to the Traffic Calming Report, which is still in the administrative review process. Final changes are expected in February or March. The report is brought before the Board for review and comment. Mr. Cook stated that the program differs in approach to that of Portland, Oregon where the Traffic Calming Program and Neighborhood Study Program were combined into one program. Mr. Cook expressed concern over the automatic installation of traffic control devices by the Traffic Engineer as an effective way to approach community concerns about problems. Mr. Haynes inquired what the role of the neighborhood associations would be in the Traffic Calming Project, and if the Traffic Board would be an active participant in the program. Mr. Berridge explained that there will be studies initiated in each of the 35 study areas over the next few years as the program gets implemented. During the study period, public agency input will be solicited and an analysis of master plans will be considered. The Planning Department has a parallel study process in place that corresponds with Planning Board activities. Information from current master plans will be utilized as input into the study process. If a master plan has not been completed recently, then neighborhood networks will be brought into the data gathering process. After a working document has been prepared, there will be a neighborhood presentation and additional input may be gathered where refinements to the study can be made. A final Traffic Board Proceedings - January 10, 1996 Page 4 report will then be made to the neighborhood associations and the Traffic Board. The Traffic Board will be apprised throughout the study process and will have the opportunity to participate in the discussions and presentations with neighborhood associations. Mr. Berridge suggested that the neighborhood presentations be sponsored by the Traffic Board. The City Council and Planning Department will also be invited to neighborhood presentations. Currently, there are community outreach programs in place. The process will include an active dialogue among all interested groups. Mr. Berridge explained that in Portland there was a arterial program and a neighborhood program which they combined into what they call traffic calming. What we have, is a traffic calming portion which applies to both arterials and neighborhood streets and the basic neighborhood study that needs to be initiated first to gain an understanding of what is going on in each neighborhood. Portland had a lot of baseline data before they initiated their program. We are still in the process of gathering the baseline data. Mr. Copiaco expressed that Portland is an example city to study because their program is very effective. Aesthetics need to be considered when selecting calming devices. Mr. Berridge explained that guardrails might be used initially to study the effectiveness of the device, however, the use of guardrails is not necessarily going to be considered as a permanent solution. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 1. Board & Administrator, January 1996 OLD BUSINESS 1. Evening/Saturday Parking Meter Operations Mr. Berridge welcomed Mr. Johnson and invited the Board to re-open the section on Public Comment. Haynes moved, Cook seconded, CARRIED, to return to the section on Public Comment. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 Mr. Johnson reported that the revised proposal for Evening/Saturday Parking Meter Operations has reduced the meter operation zone. The reason for needing the rates is based on control and to assure turnover at meters that are in high demand. The new boundaries have provided for free parking for Lansing Community College and Cooley Law School students. Mr. Johnson expressed that Cooley's argument that students support downtown businesses by patronizing them doesn't address the need for turnover at the meters in the evening. Merchants in the downtown area have expressed the need for turnover at the meters. The revisions to the original proposal have provided that free parking is available to Cooley students that is a reasonable distance from the Cooley Law Library and classrooms. As development continues in the downtown area, turnover is going to be an important issue as activity increases. Traffic Board Proceedings - January 10, 1996 Page 5 Downtown merchants have expressed an interest in adopting the revised proposal and have suggested that the meters in the Washington Mall strip be given a 90-minute time limit to encourage turnover while maintaining the 40 cents per hour rate. Mr. Johnson explained that the goals of the revised program will enhance control, produce income to cover the expenses associated with enforcement of the zone and provide income to assist with the capital improvements that are needed by the division. Mr. Berridge explained that there are two issues related to parking control: 1) turnover at meters that would be achieved with the 90-minute time limit; and 2) the basic concept of fee vs no fee. The fees charged at the on-street meters will be similar to the baseball parking fees at off- street facilities, making all parking fees equal. The 90-minute time limit may curtail baseball parkers who have no intention of patronizing businesses on the Washington Square Mall, however, baseball parkers who wish to patronize businesses on the Mall may face a ticket when they return from the game. Mr. Cook questioned the issue appearing under Old Business on the agenda because there was a motion carried at the December 13, 1995 meeting that disposed of this item. Mr. Berridge explained that the item is old business because it was dealt with at the December 13, 1995 meeting and was placed on the agenda to.provide the Board with an opportunity to make a motion to reconsider if so desired. Mr. Haynes inquired if the meters in the Washington Square area could be reworked to have a 90-minute limit. Mr. Berridge indicated that the installation of electronic meters does allow the flexibility of setting time limits and other changes as needed. Mr. Haynes explained that if patrons park in Washington Mall strip and go to dinner and the baseball game, there would be no turnover. In the interest of the business community, it would seem appropriate to create an environment to assure turnover at these meters. Mr. Cook moved to object to the consideration of the item appearing on the agenda as Old Business. It would be properly on the agenda if there was a new recommendation, however, it is out of order to reconsider what has already been decided. Cook moved, Fuentes seconded, DEFEATED, to approve the motion to object to the consideration of the item appearing on the agenda as Old Business. Yeas: 3 Nays: 2 (Haynes, Riddle) 6:45 Mr. Cook left the meeting. Traffic Board Proceedings - January 10, 1996 Page 6 Mr. Haynes requested that the item be placed on the agenda next month for consideration of the new proposal. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 6:45 p.m. due to a lack of a quorum. Respectfully submitted, Ij k �Wjv(b@ David A. Berridge Secretary c:\wp\data\traffic\minutes\0196 S IBC Public Service Department TRANSPORTATION DIVISION � M 219 North Cesar Chavez Avenue Lansing,MI 48933-1317 (517)483-4240 j Fax(517)483-4395 CHIG �' February 15, 1996 Marilynn Slade City Clerk City Hall Lansing, Michigan Re: Traffic Board Minutes Dear Ms. Slade: Attached are the approved Traffic Board minutes from the meeting held on January 10, 1996. Please place these minutes on file. Respectfully submitted, LANSING TRAFFIC BOARD 4a, ,� G' Faith Rach, Recording Secretary Enclosure cc: James Smiertka, w/enclosure c:\wp\data\traffic\mintrans.ltr CITY OF LANSING PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE `'' ` lY TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING ,r. .� R rr�f MEETING OF JANUARY 10, 1996 Li-"`�'''U 0I i CLEiRK CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chairman Copiaco at 6:05 p.m. ROLL CALL Board Members Present: Cook, Copiaco, Fuentes, Haynes, Riddle Board Members Absent: Smith Visitors: Patrick Bush, Dan Danke, Bob Johnson MOTIONS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE Ms. Smith requested an excused absence. Haynes moved, Riddle seconded CARRIED, to issue Ms. Smith an excused absence. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF RULES Mr. Berridge recommended that all items under Reports from the Secretary be considered as Action Items. Riddle moved, Haynes seconded, CARRIED, to consider all items under the Reports from the Secretary as Action Items Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Haynes moved, Cook seconded, CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held December 13, 1995. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS Mr. Haynes moved to postpone Public Comment on Agenda Items to a latter part of the meeting in case members of the public arrive later. Haynes moved, Cook seconded, CARRIED, to postpone Public Comment on Agenda Items to a latter part of the meeting in case members of the public arrive later. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 Traffic Board Proceedings - January 10, 1996 Page 2 COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS 1. Seymour Street Area: Alternating Two-Way Stop System Preliminary Report Mr. Berridge reported the post installation traffic volumes for southbound vehicles on Seymour Street show a decrease in vehicles. Southbound traffic volumes have decreased on Pine Street and Walnut Street between 25 and 375 vehicles per day, since the installation of the alternating two-way stop system in the Seymour Street area. Southbound traffic volumes on Capitol Avenue north of Oakland Avenue have increased as anticipated. The installation of the Alternating Two-Way Stop System has achieved its primary objective of reducing southbound traffic along Seymour Street through the study area, without adversely affecting the other north-south streets in the study area. Mr. Berridge noted that this report was included as information for the Traffic Board. This preliminary report will be communicated to the neighborhood and a meeting would be held to answer any questions or address any concerns that remain. The preliminary information will also be communicated to City Council once the neighborhood has been advised. REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY 1 . Mahlon Street Parking Regulation Request (#96-01) Mr. Bush reported that on November 28, 1995, a temporary traffic control order was issued and signs were installed prohibiting parking on the east side of Mahlon Street from Oakland Avenue to Grand River Avenue. The Transportation Division has received positive input from the residents regarding the temporary parking regulations and recommends making the temporary traffic control order, permanent. Riddle moved, Haynes seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to make permanent the temporary traffic control order prohibiting parking on the east side of Mahlon Street from Oakland Avenue to Grand River Avenue. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 2. Parking Regulation Request: Eighth Street (#96-02) Mr. Bush reported that on December 13, 1995, a temporary traffic control order was issued and signs were installed, limiting parking to two hours between the hours of 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM on the west side of Eighth Street from Prospect Street to 230 feet south of Prospect Street, and prohibiting parking on the west side of Eighth Street from 230 feet south of Prospect Street to Kalamazoo Street. Site visits confirmed that the temporary traffic control order has been effective in discouraging all day parking on Eighth Street. The Transportation Division recommends making permanent the temporary traffic control order that limits parking on the west side of Eight Street to two hours between the hours of 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM from Prospect Street to 230 feet south of Prospect Street and prohibit parking on the west side of Eighth Street from 230 feet south of Prospect Street to Traffic Board Proceedings - January 10, 1996 Page 3 Kalamazoo Street. Mr. Cook inquired if this temporary traffic control order dealt with the west side of the street. Mr. Bush explained that the recommendation standardizes the parking regulations on both sides of the streets. There was a stretch of 150 feet on the west side that was two hour. The regulation took the two hour stretch and extended it northward toward the intersection. Mr. Berridge reported that the proposed regulations increases the no parking in certain areas and extends the two- hour parking area to the north end of the block. Cook moved, Mr. Haynes seconded, CARRIED, to concur with the recommendation of the Transportation Division to make the temporary traffic control order permanent that limits parking on the west side of Eighth Street to two hours between the hours of 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM from Prospect Street to 230 feet south of Prospect Street and prohibits parking on the west side of Eighth Street from 230 feet south of Prospect Street to Kalamazoo Street. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 ACTION ITEMS None. 6:15 Mr. Johnson arrived. TABLED ITEMS 1. Traffic Calming Report (#95-47A) Mr. Berridge reported that there have been major revisions made to the Traffic Calming Report, which is still in the administrative review process. Final changes are expected in February or March. The report is brought before the Board for review and comment. Mr. Cook stated that the program differs in approach to that of Portland, Oregon where the Traffic Calming Program and Neighborhood Study Program were combined into one program. Mr. Cook expressed concern over the automatic installation of traffic control devices by the Traffic Engineer as an effective way to approach community concerns about problems. Mr. Haynes inquired what the role of the neighborhood associations would be in the Traffic Calming Project, and if the Traffic Board would be an active participant in the program. Mr. Berridge explained that there will be studies initiated in each of the 35 study areas over the next few years as the program gets implemented. During the study period, public agency input will be solicited and an analysis of master plans will be considered. The Planning Department has a parallel study process in place that corresponds with Planning Board activities. Information from current master plans will be utilized as input into the study process. If a master plan has not been completed recently, then neighborhood networks will be brought into the data gathering process. After a working document has been prepared, there will be a neighborhood presentation and additional input may be gathered where refinements to the study can be made. A final Traffic Board Proceedings - January 10, 1996 Page 4 report will then be made to the neighborhood associations and the Traffic Board. The Traffic Board will be apprised throughout the study process and will have the opportunity to participate in the discussions and presentations with neighborhood associations. Mr. Berridge suggested that the neighborhood presentations be sponsored by the Traffic Board. The City Council and Planning Department will also be invited to neighborhood presentations. Currently, there are community outreach programs in place. The process will include an active dialogue among all interested groups. Mr. Berridge explained that in Portland there was a arterial program and a neighborhood program which they combined into what they call traffic calming. What we have, is a traffic calming portion which applies to both arterials and neighborhood streets and the basic neighborhood study that needs to be initiated first to gain an understanding of what is going on in each neighborhood. Portland had a lot of baseline data before they initiated their program. We are still in the process of gathering the baseline data. Mr. Copiaco expressed that Portland is an example city to study because their program is very effective. Aesthetics need to be considered when selecting calming devices. Mr. Berridge explained that guardrails might be used initially to study the effectiveness of the device, however, the use of guardrails is not necessarily going to be considered as a permanent solution. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 1 . Board & Administrator, January 1996 OLD BUSINESS 1. Evening/Saturday Parking Meter Operations Mr. Berridge welcomed Mr. Johnson and invited the Board to re-open the section on Public Comment. Haynes moved, Cook seconded, CARRIED, to return to the section on Public Comment. Yeas: 5 Nays: 0 Mr. Johnson reported that the revised proposal for Evening/Saturday Parking Meter Operations has reduced the meter operation zone. The reason for needing the rates is based on control and to assure turnover at meters that are in high demand. The new boundaries have provided for free parking for Lansing Community College and Cooley Law School students. Mr. Johnson expressed that Cooley's argument that students support downtown businesses by patronizing them doesn't address the need for turnover at the meters in the evening. Merchants in the downtown area have expressed the need for turnover at the meters. The revisions to the original proposal have provided that free parking is available to Cooley students that is a reasonable distance from the Cooley Law Library and classrooms. As development continues in the downtown area, turnover is going to be an important issue as activity increases. Traffic Board Proceedings - January 10, 1996 Page 5 Downtown merchants have expressed an interest in adopting the revised proposal and have suggested that the meters in the Washington Mall strip be given a 90-minute time limit to encourage turnover while maintaining the 40 cents per hour rate. Mr. Johnson explained that the goals of the revised program will enhance control, produce income to cover the expenses associated with enforcement of the zone and provide income to assist with the capital improvements that are needed by the division. Mr. Berridge explained that there are two issues related to parking control: 1) turnover at meters that would be achieved with the 90-minute time limit; and 2) the basic concept of fee vs no fee. The fees charged at the on-street meters will be similar to the baseball parking fees at off- street facilities, making all parking fees equal. The 90-minute time limit may curtail baseball parkers who have no intention of patronizing businesses on the Washington Square Mall, however, baseball parkers who wish to patronize businesses on the Mall may face a ticket when they return from the game. Mr. Cook questioned the issue appearing under Old Business on the agenda because there was a motion carried at the December 13, 1995 meeting that disposed of this item. Mr. Berridge explained that the item is old business because it was dealt with at the December 13, 1995 meeting and was placed on the agenda to provide the Board with an opportunity to make a motion to reconsider if so desired. Mr. Haynes inquired if the meters in the Washington Square area could be reworked to have a 90-minute limit. Mr. Berridge indicated that the installation of electronic meters does allow the flexibility of setting time limits and other changes as needed. Mr. Haynes explained that if patrons park in Washington Mall strip and go to dinner and the baseball game, there would be no turnover. In the interest of the business community, it would seem appropriate to create an environment to assure turnover at these meters. Mr. Cook moved to object to the consideration of the item appearing on the agenda as Old Business. It would be properly on the agenda if there was a new recommendation, however, it is out of order to reconsider what has already been decided. Cook moved, Fuentes seconded, DEFEATED, to approve the motion to object to the consideration of the item appearing on the agenda as Old Business. Yeas: 3 Nays: 2 (Haynes, Riddle) 6:45 Mr. Cook left the meeting. Traffic Board Proceedings - January 10, 1996 Page 6 Mr. Haynes requested that the item be placed on the agenda next month for consideration of the new proposal. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 6:45 p.m. due to a lack of a quorum. Respectfully submitted, David A. Berridge Secretary c:\wp\data\traffic\minutes\0196 City of Lansing �C� TRANSPORTATION DIVISION P 219 North Grand Avenue ® < Lansing,Michigan 4 1317 ,Q (517)483-424040 ell,� FAX(517)483-4395 Al January 22, 1996 Marilynn Slade City Clerk City Hall Lansing, Michigan Re: Traffic Board Minutes Dear Ms. Slade: Attached are the draft Traffic Board minutes from the meeting held on January 10, 1996. Respectfully submitted, LANSING TRAFFIC BOARD Faith Rach, Recording Secretary Enclosure c:\wp\data\traffic\draftmin.1tr