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THE TRAFFIC BOARD MEETING
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WEDNESDAY , DECEMBER 8 , 1999
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DATE: November t9; 1999
SUBJECT: 1999 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT/TIFA/BROWNFIELD REDEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY Minutes
A review of our records indicates the following board minutes are not on file in the Clerk's Office:
Febl)<ry 3; Oc*r 6; November 3
The last board minutes placed on file with our office were for the meeting of September 1, 1999.
Would you please either provide the missing minutes or advise us of their status?
Thank you for your cooperation in bringing this file up to date.
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DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND
NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT
219 N.GRAND AvENUE • LANSING,MI 48933-1317
(517)483-4240 • FAX: (517)483-4395
David C. Hollister, Mayor TANSPORTATION AND PARKING OFFICE
December 2, 1999
Marilynn Slade
City Clerk
City Hall
Lansing, Michigan
Re: Traffic Board Minutes
Attached are the draft Traffic Board minutes from the meeting held on
November 10, 1999.
Respectfully submitted,
LANSING TRAFFIC BOARD
Tammy Good,
Recording Secretary
Enclosure
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CITY OF LANSING
PLANNING & NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING OFFICE %+
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE �� I
TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING
MEETING OF NOVEMBER 10, 1999
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Endres at 6:05 p.m.
ROLL CALL ,
Board Members Present: Brehob, Endres, Manns, Miner, Skillings, Stebbins, and Williams
Members Absent: Foltz
VISITORS
None.
MOTIONS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE
Stebbins moved, Miner seconded,
CARRIED, to grant Foltz an excused absence.
Yeas: 6 Nays: 0
ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF RULES
Mr. Silsby recommended that all items under Reports from the Secretary be considered as
Action Items.
Brehob moved, Williams seconded,
CARRIED, to consider all items under Reports from the Secretary as Action Items.
Yeas: 6 Nays: 0
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Manns moved, Stebbins seconded,
CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held October 13, 1999.
Yeas: 6 Nays: 0
PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS
None.
Traffic Board Meeting Minutes from Meeting Held Page 2
November 10, 1999
COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS
1. Parking Regulation Request#99-24• Downtown - South Capitol Area Change in Parking
Regulation
Mr. Engle gave an overview of the report.
Williams moved, Miner seconded,
CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation and Parking Office recommendation to
make the temporary time limits and rates permanent.
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY
1. Traffic Control Request#99-20: McCourt Street and Village Drive
Mr. Silsby gave an overview of the report. There was discussion with the board
members.
Skillings moved, Williams seconded,
CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation and Parking Office recommendation for the
permanent installation of the yield sign on Village Drive at the intersection of McCourt
Street.
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
2. Traffic Control Request#99-21• Cypress Street/Kn o I[wood Avenue and Cypress
Street/Roosevelt Avenue
Mr. Silsby gave an overview of the report.
Skillings moved, Manns seconded,
CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation and Parking Office recommendation that
the temporary stop signs on Cypress Street at the intersection of Knollwood Avenue and
the yield signs on Cypress Street at the intersection of Roosevelt Avenue be made
permanent.
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
3. Traffic Control Request#99-22: Aurelius Road from Mount Hope to 1-496 - Speed Limit
Reduction
Mr. Silsby gave an overview of the report. There was discussion with board members.
Mr. Brehob feels that it is a speed trap with it being a four lane road and would like the
street repainted to a single lane road or put barricades up to slow the traffic down.
There was further discussion with board members.
Traffic Board Meeting Minutes from Meeting Held Page 3
November 10, 1999
Williams moved, Miner seconded,
CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation and Parking Office recommendation to
make the speed limit changes permanent on Mount Hope Road and the Grand Trunk &
Western Railroad from 40 to 35 miles per hour and the speed limit between Grand
Trunk & Western Railroad overpass and 1-496 reduced from 35 to 30 miles per hour.
Yeas: 6 Nays: 1 Brehob
4. Traffic Control Request#99-23: Everett High School East Driveway at Cavanaugh Road
Mr. Silsby gave an overview of the report. There was discussion with board members.
Mr. Brehob asked that the pavement be painted as right turn only and that signs be
posted right turn only before the corner of Cavanaugh and Everett High School east
drive.
Skillings moved, Williams seconded,
CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation and Parking Office recommendation to
prohibit left turn from the east drive of Everett High School onto Cavanaugh Road
between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm, School Days and to post signs on the Everett High
School east drive and paint the pavement with right turn only.
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
ACTION ITEMS
1. Election of Officers for FY 1999-2000
Skillings moved, Manns seconded, to have Mr. Brehob serve as Chairperson for FY
1999-2000.
Brehob moved, Skillings seconded, to have Mr. Miner serve as Vice-Chairperson for FY
1999-2000.
Skillings moved, Stebbins seconded,
CARRIED, that nominations be closed and unanimous ballot be cast.
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
TABLED ITEMS
None.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
None.
Traffic Board Meeting Minutes from Meeting Held Page 4
November 10, 1999
OLD BUSINESS
1. Status of 2-way Street Conversion:
Mr. Silsby stated that the 2-way street conversion will take place this weekend,
November 13 & 14. There was discussion with board members.
2. Status of Area 33 - Traffic Calming
Mr. Silsby stated that the speed humps are finished except for the post installation study
which will be done next week. Mr. Stebbins questioned what the status of the speed
humps on Massachusetts. Mr. Silsby stated that they are suppose to be installed the
week of November 18.
NEW BUSINESS
1. Aurelius Road Enhancement Grant Application (Letter of Support)
Mr. Silsby gave an overview of the Grant Application. The board members requested
Mr. Silsby to write a letter of support on behalf of the Traffic Board for signature by the
Chairperson.
2. Mr. Brehob requested a traffic light be installed on Cavanaugh and Dunckel. Mr. Silsby
stated that area is currently being looked at by the Tri-County Regional Planning and
they are looking at a three lane cross section. Mr. Brehob asked Mr. Silsby to check
into the status of this area. Mr. Silsby will report back to the board.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
None.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 6:50 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Secretary
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DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND
NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT
219 N.GRAND AVENUE -LANSING,MI 48933-1317
111C H 1 (517)483-4240 -FAX: (517)483-4395
David C.Hollister,Mayor TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING OFFICE
November 4, 1999
Marilynn Slade
City Clerk
City Hall
Lansing, Michigan
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Re: Traffic Board Minutes
Attached are the draft Traffic Board minutes from the meeting held on
October 13, 1999.
Respectfully submitted,
LANSING TRAFFIC BOARD
Tammy Goo
Recording Secretary
Enclosure
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CITY OF LANSING
PLANNING & NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING OFFICE
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE
TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING
MEETING OF OCTOBER 13, 1999
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Skillings at 6:02 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Board Members Present: Brehob, Foltz, Manns, Miner, Skillings, Stebbins, and Williams
Members Absent: Endres.
VISITORS
None.
MOTIONS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE
Brehob moved, Manns seconded,
CARRIED, to grant Endres an excused absence.
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF RULES
Mr. Kilpatrick recommended that all items under Reports from the Secretary be considered as
Action Items.
Manns moved, Williams seconded,
CARRIED, to consider all items under Reports from the Secretary as Action Items.
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Stebbins moved, Manns seconded,
CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held September 8, 1999.
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
Traffic Board Meeting Minutes from Meeting Held Page - 2 -
October 13, 1999
PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS
None.
COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS
1. Traffic Investigation Report#99-12 (Revised): Kilborn Street and Walnut Street
Mr. Silsby gave an overview of the revised report.
Manns moved, Miner seconded,
CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation and Parking Office recommendation to
start the procedure for speed hump installation.
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY
1. Traffic Control Request#99-17• Speed Hump Requests and Installation and Removal
Process
Mr. Silsby gave an overview of the report. There was discussion with the board
members. Ms. Skillings and Mr. Brehob questioned the wording in the report of property
owner and/or resident and that the report specifies that the Transportation and Parking
Office will determine the boundaries for the petition.
Brehob moved, Williams seconded,
CARRIED, to adopt the speed hump installation and removal process with the
clarification of property owner/resident and the boundaries of the petition.
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
2. Traffic Control Request#99-18: Clippert Street and H.A. Sellers Avenue
Mr. Kilpatrick gave an overview of the report.
Williams moved, Manns seconded,
CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation and Parking Office recommendation for the
installation of a traffic signal at the intersection of Clippert Street and H.A. Sellers
Avenue.
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
Traffic Board Meeting Minutes from Meeting Held Page - 3 -
October 13, 1999
3. Change in Parkina Regulation #99-19: Allegan Street Capitol Avenue Ottawa Street
and Walnut Street
Mr. Kilpatrick gave an overview of the report.
Miner moved, Manns seconded,
CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation and Parking Office recommendation that
the temporary three-hour parking zone on Allegan Street, Capitol Avenue, Ottawa
Street, and Walnut Street to be made permanent.
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
ACTION ITEMS
None.
TABLED ITEMS
None.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
None.
OLD BUSINESS
1. Status of 2-way Street Conversion:
Mr. Kilpatrick stated that City Council approved the 2-way street conversion on October
11, 1999. Mr. Kilpatrick stated that the anticipated conversion date is November 13 and
14. There will be various announcements to inform the public about the changes.
2. Status of Area 33 -Traffic Calming
Mr. Kilpatrick stated that the speed humps are scheduled to be installed on October 18,
1999. Ms. Skillings asked about the public relations aspect of the implementation of the
speed humps. Mr. Silsby stated that residents will be getting door hangers to notify the
changes. Mr. Kilpatrick stated that there will be a press release.
3. Status of Eastside Traffic Study
Mr. Silsby stated that geometric data has been collected from Aurelius Road. The staff
is looking at changing it from four lanes to two lanes with bike lanes through the
Enhancement Grant.
4. Traffic Control Request#99-15: Grant Street and Tisdale Avenue
Ms. Skillings asked what the status is on Grant Street and Tisdale Avenue. Mr. Silsby
stated that Capital Consultants is doing a survey at that intersection to check on the
sight distance.
Traffic Board Meeting Minutes from Meeting Held Page - 4 -
October 13, 1999
NEW BUSINESS
1. Update of Downtown Parking
Mr. Kilpatrick distributed to the board members the Mayor's Joint City/State Task Force.
2. Environmental Design Project for Genesee Neighborhood
Mr. Kilpatrick stated that it will be combined with the Traffic Calming in that area that will
be studied next spring. There was discussion with the board members.
3. Ms. Skillings presented Mr. Kilpatrick with a letter from Ms. Carol Wood requesting more
speed trailers.
4. Mr. Kilpatrick stated that next month there will be an election of officers.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
None.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 7:23 p.m.
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ectfully submitt d,A. Ber id
Secretary
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DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND
NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT
219 N. GRAND AvENUE •LANSING,MI 48933-1317
j C H I (517)483-4240 •FAx: (517)483-4395
David C. Hollister,Mayor TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING OFFICE
December 2, 1999
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 13, 1999. Please place these minutes on file.
Respectfully submitted,
LANSING TRAFFIC BOARD
Tammy VM'Yd.
Recording Secretary
Enclosure
cc: James Smiertka, w/enclosure
Mayor Hollister, w/enclosure
CITY OF LANSING
PLANNING & NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT: �,!!:/`7,-
TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING OFFICE
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE { 11+
TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING I ASI� v CI T`i' CLEn ;
MEETING OF OCTOBER 13, 1999
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Skillings at 6:02 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Board Members Present: Brehob, Foltz, Manns, Miner, Skillings, Stebbins, and Williams
Members Absent: Endres.
VISITORS
None.
MOTIONS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE
Brehob moved, Manns seconded,
CARRIED, to grant Endres an excused absence.
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF RULES
Mr. Kilpatrick recommended that all items under Reports from the Secretary be considered as
Action Items.
Manns moved, Williams seconded,
CARRIED, to consider all items under Reports from the Secretary as Action Items.
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Stebbins moved, Manns seconded,
CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held September 8, 1999.
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
Traffic Board Meeting Minutes from Meeting Held Page - 2 -
October 13, 1999
PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS
None.
COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS
1. Traffic Investigation Report#99-12 (Revised): Kilborn Street and Walnut Street
Mr. Silsby gave an overview of the revised report.
Manns moved, Miner seconded,
CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation and Parking Office recommendation to
start the procedure for speed hump installation.
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY
1. Traffic Control Request#99-17• Speed Hump Requests and Installation and Removal
Process
Mr. Silsby gave an overview of the report. There was discussion with the board
members. Ms. Skillings and Mr. Brehob questioned the wording in the report of property
owner and/or resident and that the report specifies that the Transportation and Parking
Office will determine the boundaries for the petition.
Brehob moved, Williams seconded,
CARRIED, to adopt the speed hump installation and removal process with the
clarification of property owner/resident and the boundaries of the petition.
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
2. Traffic Control Request#99-18: Clippert Street and H.A. Sellers Avenue
Mr. Kilpatrick gave an overview of the report.
Williams moved, Manns seconded,
CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation and Parking Office recommendation for the
installation of a traffic signal at the intersection of Clippert Street and H.A. Sellers
Avenue.
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
Traffic Board Meeting Minutes from Meeting Held Page - 3 -
October 13, 1999
3. Change in Parking Regulation #99-19: Allegan Street Capitol Avenue Ottawa Street
and Walnut Street
Mr. Kilpatrick gave an overview of the report.
Miner moved, Manns seconded,
CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation and Parking Office recommendation that
the temporary three-hour parking zone on Allegan Street, Capitol Avenue, Ottawa
Street, and Walnut Street to be made permanent.
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
ACTION ITEMS
None.
TABLED ITEMS
None.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
None.
OLD BUSINESS
1. Status of 2-way Street Conversion:
Mr. Kilpatrick stated that City Council approved the 2-way street conversion on October
11, 1999. Mr. Kilpatrick stated that the anticipated conversion date is November 13 and
14. There will be various announcements to inform the public about the changes.
2. Status of Area 33 -Traffic Calming
Mr. Kilpatrick stated that the speed humps are scheduled to be installed on October 18,
1999. Ms. Skillings asked about the public relations aspect of the implementation of the
speed humps. Mr. Silsby stated that residents will be getting door hangers to notify the
changes. Mr. Kilpatrick stated that there will be a press release.
3. Status of Eastside Traffic Study
Mr. Silsby stated that geometric data has been collected from Aurelius Road. The staff
is looking at changing it from four lanes to two lanes with bike lanes through the
Enhancement Grant.
4. Traffic Control Request#99-15: Grant Street and Tisdale Avenue
Ms. Skillings asked what the status is on Grant Street and Tisdale Avenue. Mr. Silsby
stated that Capital Consultants is doing a survey at that intersection to check on the
sight distance.
Traffic Board Meeting Minutes from Meeting Held Page - 4 -
October 13, 1999
NEW BUSINESS
1. Update of Downtown Parking
Mr. Kilpatrick distributed to the board members the Mayor's Joint City/State Task Force.
2. Environmental Design Project for Genesee Neighborhood
Mr. Kilpatrick stated that it will be combined with the Traffic Calming in that area that will
be studied next spring. There was discussion with the board members.
3. Ms. Skillings presented Mr. Kilpatrick with a letter from Ms. Carol Wood requesting more
speed trailers.
4. Mr. Kilpatrick stated that next month there will be an election of officers.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
None.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 7:23 p.m.
I
ectfully submitt d,
A. Ber id
Secretary
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CITY OF LANSING
PLANNING & NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING OFFICE
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE
TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING
MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 8, 1999
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Endres at 6:09 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Board Members Present: Endres, Foltz, Manns, Miner, Skillings, Stebbins, and Williams
Members Absent: Brehob.
VISITORS
Denise Kelley, Kevin Van Patten, David Zoglio, Mark Hiaeshutter, Frank Puente, Gaye Sumner,
Lynn Rutley, Alma Lipp, Robin Lipp, Gary Bigger, and James Pereida.
MOTIONS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE
Manns moved, Stebbins seconded,
CARRIED, to grant Brehob an excused absence.
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF RULES
Mr. Berridge recommended that all items under Reports from the Secretary be considered as
Action Items.
Manns moved, Foltz seconded,
CARRIED, to consider all items under Reports from the Secretary as Action Items.
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Williams moved, Foltz seconded,
CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held August 11, 1999.
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS
1. Denise Kelley-ABC Letter
Ms. Kelley comes to the meeting on behalf of the ABC members. They would like four-
way stops be placed at the intersections of Prospect& Bingham, Bingham & Eureka,
and Jones & Prospect in an attempt to eliminate speeding and some accidents. She
and the ABC members were unaware that the Eastside Traffic Subcommittee had
removed the proposed traffic calming measures.
2. Mark Hiaeshutter- Kilborn Street and Walnut Street
Mr. Hiaeshutter would like to have multi-way signs at the intersection of Kilborn Street
and Walnut Street. Mr. Hiaeshutter states that there is a problem with speed in the
neighborhood and believes that the multi-way stops will slow the traffic down near the
school.
3. Frank Puente - Kilborn Street and Walnut Street
Mr. Puente is in favor of putting up multi-way signs at the intersection of Kilborn Street
and Walnut Street. Mr. Puente does not see enforcement from the police department,
but that would only be a quick fix. Mr. Puente believes that the stop signs would slow
the traffic.
4. Dave Zoglio - Grant Street and Tisdale Avenue
Mr. Zoglio is opposed to the placement of a stop sign at Grant Street and Tisdale
Avenue. Mr. Zoglio would like to see a stop sign placed on Tisdale at Grant Avenue to
break the traffic up and slow the speed down.
5. Lynn Routley- Grant Street and Tisdale Avenue
Ms. Routley is very offended about the proposal of a stop sign at Grant Street and
Tisdale Avenue. Ms. Routley is concerned about the children in the neighborhood and
the speed on Tisdale Avenue. Ms. Routley would like to see the stop signs put up on
Tisdale Avenue not Grant Street.
6. Alma Lipp- Grant Street and Tisdale Avenue
Ms. Lipp stated that there have been too many close calls of children being hit by
speeding vehicles. Ms. Lipp would like to see a stop sign placed on Tisdale Avenue at
Grant Street.
7. Gary Bigger- Grant Street and Tisdale Avenue
Mr. Bigger stated that Tisdale seems to be a pass through between Lyons and Cedar
Street. Mr. Bigger would like to see a stop sign placed on Tisdale Avenue at Grant
Street.
Traffic Board Meeting Minutes from Meeting Held Page - 3 -
September 8, 1999
8. James Pereida - Maple Street
Mr. Pereida is in favor of the proposed parking regulations on Maple Street between
Center Street and Cedar Street .
COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS
1. Letter to ABC Members
Mr. Berridge gave an overview of the report. The ABC members opposed the diverters
that were recommended in the Area 157 plan to help with the traffic. Ms. Foltz asked
that the letters be forwarded to the Eastside Neighborhood Association. Mr. Berridge
stated that they will mail a copy to Mr. Kibbey. Mr. Silsby stated that he will be in contact
with the ABC Members to come up with different traffic calming ideas to help in their
area.
Received and placed on file.
2. Traffic Investigation Report #99-12: Kilborn Street and Walnut Street
Mr. Miner stated that he would like to see stop signs at Kilborn Street and Walnut Street.
Mr. Berridge gave an overview of the report. Mr. Berridge explained that the
Transportation and Parking Office is looking at purchasing preformed rubber speed
humps (portable speed humps) and that this area would be a good candidate.
There was discussion with the board members.
Mr. Berridge stated that the Transportation and Parking Office will come back to the
board next month with the information about the portable speed humps.
Received and placed on file.
REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY
1. Traffic Control Reguest#99-15: Grant Street and Tisdale Avenue
Mr. Silsby gave an overview of the report. Mr. Silsby stated that this is a traffic calming
issue with the possibility of speed humps. Ms. Skillings questioned the stopping sight
distance on Tisdale Avenue at Grant Street. Mr. Berridge stated that the stopping sight
distance was not taken into consideration for this report, but that can be done and it will
be reported back to the board.
Ms. Skillings requested that this be tabled until the next meeting to look into the stopping
sight distance and the portable speed humps.
Skillings moved, Foltz seconded,
CARRIED, to table until October 13, 1999.
Yeas: 6 Nays: 1 (Williams)
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September 8, 1999
2. Parking Regulation Request#99-16: Maple Street
Mr. Silsby gave an overview of the report.
Miner moved, Williams seconded,
CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation and Parking Office recommendation to:
prohibit parking on the south side of Maple Street from Center Street to 100 feet east of
Center Street, provide unrestricted parking on the south side of Maple Street from 110
feet east of Center Street to 85 feet west of Cedar Street, and prohibit parking on the
south side of Maple Street from 85 feet west of Cedar Street to Cedar Street , prohibit
parking on the north side of Maple Street from Cedar Street to 65 feet west of Cedar
Street, provide unrestricted parking on the north side of Maple Street from 65 feet west
of Cedar Street to 65 feet of Center Street, and prohibit parking on the north side of
Maple Street from 65 feet east of Center Street to Center Street.
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
ACTION ITEMS
None.
TABLED ITEMS
None.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
None.
OLD BUSINESS
None.
NEW BUSINESS
1. Mr. Berridge stated that next month there will be an election of officers.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
None.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 7:35 p.m.
Respectfully submitt ,
avid A. B rid O
Secretary
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c DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND
NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT
219 N.GRAND AvENUE •LANSING,MI 48933-1317
j C H I G Q•� (517)483-4240 • FAX: (517)483-4395
David C.Hollister,Mayor TRANSPORTATION AND PARIQNG OFFICE
November 4, 1999
Marilynn Slade
City Clerk
City Hall r
Lansing, Michigan
Re: Traffic Board Minutes
Dear Ms. Slade:
Attached are the approved Traffic Board minutes from the meeting held on
September 8, 1999. Please place these minutes on file.
Respectfully submitted,
LANSING TRAFFIC BOARD
Tammy Good,
Recording Secretary
Enclosure
cc: James Smiertka, w/enclosure
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OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE
TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING L A'`SI"N"3 "IT"" CLERK
MEETING OF AUGUST 11, 1999
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Endres at 6:07 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Board Members Present: Brehob, Endres, Foltz, Manns, Miner, Skillings, and Williams
Members Absent: Stebbins.
VISITORS
Lisa Vanderely
MOTIONS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE
Manns moved, Brehob seconded,
CARRIED, to grant Stebbins an excused absence.
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF RULES
None.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Manns moved, Brehob seconded,
CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held July 28, 1999.
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS
1. Lisa Vanderely- Maplehill Avenue and Wildwood Avenue
Ms. Vanderely would like a multi-way stop signs at the intersection of Wildwood Avenue
and Maplehill Avenue. Ms. Vanderely is concerned about the speed of the vehicles in
Traffic Board Meeting Minutes from Meeting Held Page - 2 -
August 11, 1999
the neighborhood. She states that people drives excessive speeds and do not stop at
the stop signs. She would also like to have slow children playing signs posted in the
area. Ms. Vanderely stated that there is a sight distance problem at the intersection.
COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS
1. Traffic Investigation Report#99-06: Maplehill Avenue and Wildwood Avenue
Mr. Berridge and Mr. Silsby gave an overview of the report. Mr. Brehob questioned the
sight distance issue. Mr. Berridge stated that we would certainly look at this. There was
discussion by the board members.
Skillings moved, Miner seconded,
FAILED, to table the Traffic Investigation Report#99-06, check into the vegetation and
speak to the schools regarding their concerns.
Yeas: 2 Nays: 5
There was further discussion from the board members.
Brehob moved, Williams seconded,
CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation and Parking Office recommendation to
deny the request for multi-way stop signs at the intersection of Maplehill Avenue and
Wildwood Avenue.
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY
None.
ACTION ITEMS
None.
TABLED ITEMS
None.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
1. Mr. Berridge stated that we have been trying to improve the image of the Transportation
and Parking Office. We have tried to change the way people perceive our parking
ramps, so we have started painting the North Capitol Ramp white on the inside.
OLD BUSINESS
None.
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August 11, 1999
NEW BUSINESS
1. Ms. Skillings asked if the two-way street conversion plan had passed. Mr. Berridge
stated that it passed the Planning Board and City Council should approve it in the next
30 to 60 days.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
None.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 6:51 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Secretary
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April 7, 1999
COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS
None.
REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY
1. Traffic Control Request#99-04: Bassett Avenue
Mr. Berridge gave an overview of the report. There was discussion by the board
members.
Skillings moved, Miner seconded,
CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation Division recommendation prohibiting
parking on both sides of Bassett Avenue from its intersection with Comfort Street to the
driveways of the industrial properties at 1800 and 1801 Bassett Avenue, a distance of
approximately 365 feet.
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
ACTION ITEMS
TABLED ITEMS
1. Traffic Investigation Report#97-20: Gier Park
Mr. Brehob questioned when this area would be looked at in Traffic Calming. Mr.
Kilpatrick stated that it originally was scheduled for 1999. Mr. Berridge stated that the
data may be gathered in 1999 but this area, at this time, will not be evaluated in 1999.
There was discussion by the board members. Mr. Brehob asked for this area be pulled
out for a mini-traffic calming study.
Skillings moved, Brehob seconded,
CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation and Parking Office recommendation to put
in pedestrian crossing signs and supplemental warning signs on Gary and Creston
Avenues, to remove the yield signs on Gier Street at Gary Avenue and replace with stop
signs, and to expedite the traffic calming study in this area.
Yeas: 7 Nays: O
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
1. Board &Administrator, March, 1999
2. HRC -Traffic T_ps, January, 1999
CITY OF LANSING
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MEETING OF JULY 28, 1999
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Foltz at 6:37 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Board Members Present: Brehob, Foltz, Skillings, Manns, and Williams
Members Absent: Endres, Miner, and Stebbins.
VISITORS
Jay Corey, Darlene Moore, Megan Stryd, Gregg Worden, Debra Gibson, Allison Brooks,
Sharon Kellogg, Ellen Sprouls, Ellen Kays, and Cheryl Worden.
MOTIONS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE
Skillings moved, Manns seconded,
CARRIED, to grant Endres, and Stebbins 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.
Skillings moved, Manns seconded,
CARRIED, to consider all items under Reports from the Secretary as Action Items.
Yeas: 5 Nays: 0
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Brehob moved, Skillings seconded,
CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held May 20, 1999.
Yeas: 5 Nays: 0
PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS
1. Jay Corey - Sandhurst Drive
Mr. Corey believes that the no parking signs are working very well. Mr. Corey would like
to see the signs stay in place.
2. Darlene Moore - Lerner Way - Marscot Meadows
Ms. Moore would like to see stop signs be placed at the intersections of Lerner Way at
Waycross Drive, Marscot Drive at Waycross Drive and Norburn Way at Waycross Drive.
The neighborhood has grown substantially and the amount of activity within the
neighborhood has grown with the new park equipment in place.
3. Megan Stryd - Climax Street and Parker Street
Ms. Stryd would like to see stop signs installed on Climax Street at Parker Street. Ms.
Stryd stated that Climax Street is used as a cut-through and the traffic is heavy and she
is afraid that the children are in danger of speeding vehicles.
4. Gregg Worden - Climax Street and Parker Street
Mr. Worden would like to see stop signs installed on Climax Street at Parker Street. Mr.
Worden stated that on weekends and evenings cars travel at a high rate of speed
through the neighborhood and he believes the stop sign will slow down the speeders.
5. Debra Gibson - Dunlap Street and Maloney Street
Ms. Gibson would like to commend the Transportation and Parking Office for it's prompt
response to her concern. Ms. Gibson is in favor of the installation of stop signs on
Maloney Street at the intersection of Dunlap Street. Ms. Gibson would like additional
traffic enforcement on Dunlap Street and 25 MPH signs posted on the residential
streets. Ms. Gibson has issued formal complaints to CATA about the buses going well
over 25 MPH in the residential area. Mr. Berridge stated that the traffic enforcement
issue will be forwarded to the Lansing Police Department.
6. Sharon Kellogg - Two-Way Street Conversion
Ms. Kellogg is in favor of turning Ionia Street into a two-way street. Ms. Kellogg would
like to see the three meters that are scheduled for removal stay but would like to see the
meter in front of 423 W Ionia Street removed because of a sight distance problem.
7. Ellen Sprouls - Two-Way Street Conversion
Ms. Sprouls is in favor of turning Ionia Street into a two-way street. Ms. Sprouls feels
that with the master plan it will encourage more people to move and come into the
downtown area. Ms. Sprouls states that with the one-way streets people tend to travel
at higher rates of speed.
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July 28, 1999
8. Ellen Kays - Two-Way Street Conversion
Ms. Kays is in favor of turning Ionia Street into a two-way street. Ms. Kays reiterates
that she believes that taking away the one-way streets will encourage more people to
move and come downtown.
9. Cheryl Worden - Climax Street and Parker Street
Ms. Worden would like to see stop signs on Climax Street and Parker Street. She
stated that Climax Street is used as a cut through and increases the flow of traffic and
speeds. Ms. Worden stated that the parking on both sides of the street causes visibility
problems.
COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS
1. Traffic Investigation Report #98-06: Marscot Meadows
Mr. Berridge gave an overview of the report. There are petitions being prepared for
circulation in the neighborhood by the Moore's, on the sidewalk issue and the
consideration of installing traffic calming measures on Lerner. Ms. Skillings asked if this
is scheduled for a traffic calming study. Mr. Berridge stated that at this time it is not, but
with the recommendation of the board the area can be scheduled for a study. Mr.
Brehob questioned switching the yield sign and stop sign at Marscot and Lerner. Mr.
Berridge stated it can be looked at but it would be best be handled with traffic calming.
The traffic is not cut-through traffic, the speeding is from the residents.
2. Traffic Investigation Report#99-06: Maplehill Street and Wildwood Avenue
Mr. Berridge asked that this be tabled until the August 11, 1999 meeting due to a
mailing error.
REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY
1. Traffic Control Request #99-07: Louisa Street and Orchard Court
Mr. Silsby gave an overview of the report.
Skillings moved, Brehob seconded,
CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation and Parking Office recommendation to
install a stop sign on Orchard Court at the intersection of Louisa Street and the bushes
be trimmed back to provide additional sight distance because of the low safe approach
speed
Yeas: 5 Nays: 0
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July 28, 1999
2. Traffic Control Request #99-08: Climax Street and Parker Street
Mr. Silsby gave an overview of the report. Mr. Brehob questioned if the speed limit can
be changed-from 25 MPH to 35 MPH on Main Street, which would possibly stop some of
the cut-through traffic. Mr. Berridge stated that is something that can be reviewed, but
the design speeds are a,concern throughout this area. Mr. Berridge does not believe
that speed limits are the main reason people are using the neighborhood as a cut
through. Ms. Foltz would also like to see the speed limits changed from 25 MPH to 35
MPH. Mr. Skillings would like this area to be scheduled for a traffic calming study.
Williams moved, Brehob seconded,
CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation and Parking Office recommendation that
the yield signs on Parker Street be upgraded to stops at its intersection with Climax
Street and the area be scheduled for a traffic calming study.
Yeas: 5 Nays: 0
3. Traffic Control Request # 99-09 - Dunlap Street and Maloney Street
Mr. Silsby gave an overview of the report. Ms. Skillings questioned how the City
handles the need for trimming of vegetation. Mr. Berridge stated that it depends on the
situation and the City works with the homeowner.
Skillings moved, Manns seconded,
CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation and Parking Office to install stop signs on
Maloney Street at the intersection of Dunlap Street.
Yeas: 5 Nays: 0
4. Traffic Control Request #99-10 - Catherine Street and Dunlap Street
Mr. Silsby gave an overview of the report.
Manns moved, Skillings seconded,
CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation and Parking Office recommendation that
the yield signs on Catherine Street at its intersection with Dunlap Street be upgraded to
stop signs and the largest pine tree be trimmed to improve the eastward visibility at the
intersection.
Yeas: 5 Nays: 0
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July 28, 1999
5. Traffic Control Reouest #99-11 - Claremore Drive and La Porte Drive
Mr. Silsby gave an overview of the report.
Brehob moved, Skillings seconded,
CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation and Parking Office recommendation to
install yield signs on La Porte Drive at the intersection of Claremore Drive.
Yeas: 5 Nays: 0
6. Traffic Control Request #99-12: Two-Way Street Conversion Study
Mr. Silsby gave an overview of the report. There was discussion by the Board. Mr.
Brehob concerned that narrow streets are not bike friendly. Mr. Berridge agreed that
there needs to be a balance between all of the user classes and bicycle use will be
evaluated. Ms. Skillings stated that we must make the public aware of the changes
once the streets are switched to the two-way streets.
Brehob moved, Skillings seconded,
CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation and Parking Office recommendation to
adopt the Two-Way Street Conversion Plan for Shiawassee, Ionia, and Washtenaw
Streets.
Yeas: 5 Nays: 0
ACTION ITEMS
None.
TABLED ITEMS
1. Traffic Investigation Report #99-03: Sandhurst Drive
Mr. Kilpatrick gave an overview of the report, the letter from Scottsdale/Delmar
Apartments, and the chronological events of this report. Mr. Kilpatrick stated that before
the temporary signs were posted, the Transportation and Parking Office has done three
field checks to the area. The Transportation and Parking Office did not see the
problems that Mr. Corey has indicated. Mr. Berridge stated that the Transportation and
Parking Office feels that parking should be prohibited on Sandhurst drive 100 feet from
the intersection of Waverly Road.
Brehob moved, Skillings seconded,
CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation and Parking Office recommendation to let
the temporary TCO expire and that the no parking regulations be established on
Sandhurst within of 100 feet from the intersection of Waverly Road.
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July 28, 1999
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
1. Board & Administrator, June, 1999
2. Board & Administrator, July, 1999
3. Board & Administrator, August, 1999
OLD BUSINESS
None.
NEW BUSINESS
1. Ms. Skillings would like an updated member list and a schedule for the Traffic Calming.
Ms. Skillings indicated that the stop sign at Southgate at Maplehill needs replacing.
2. Mr. Berridge stated that Area 33 Report for the Southside is scheduled for the City
Council meeting on August 2, 1999, and Area 5 is close to being completed.
3. Ms. Foltz would like someone to look into the timing at the light at Fairview and Grand
River.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
None.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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David A. Berridge
Secretary
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PLANNING & NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING OFFICE
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE
TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING
MEETING OF MAY 20, 1999
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Skillings at 6:49 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Board Members Present: Brehob, Foltz, Miner, Skillings and Stebbins
Members Absent: Endres, Manns, and Williams.
VISITORS T' =
None.
MOTIONS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE
Brehob moved, Foltz seconded,
CARRIED, to grant Endres, Manns and Williams 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.
Brehob moved, Miner seconded,
CARRIED, to consider all items under Reports from the Secretary as Action Items.
Yeas: 5 Nays: 0
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Stebbins moved, Foltz seconded,
CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held April 7, 1999.
Yeas: 5 Nays: 0
PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS
None.
Traffic Board Meeting Minutes from Meeting Held Page - 2 -
May 20, 1999
COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS
1. Recommendation Letter to Council: George I. Williams
Received and placed on file.
REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY
1. Parking Regulation Change Report#99-05: Lansing Community College Handicapper
Parking
Mr. Berridge gave an overview of the report. There was discussion by the board
members.
Stebbins moved, Miner seconded,
CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation Division recommendation to install two on-
street metered handicapper parking spaces on the east side of Seymour Avenue and
two on-street metered handicapper parking spaces on the west side of Capitol Avenue
Yeas: 5 Nays: 0
ACTION ITEMS
None.
TABLED ITEMS
None.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
1. Board & Administrator, May, 1999
OLD BUSINESS
None.
NEW BUSINESS
1. Mr. Brehob would like,,information about Jolly Road at US-127. Mr. Berridge stated that
he would get the information for Mr. Brehob to pick up at the Transportation and Parking
Office.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
None.
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May 20, 1999
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 7:03 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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David A. Berridge
Secretary
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OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE !�,,; ; i !l; CITY CLERK;
TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING
MEETING OF APRIL 7, 1999
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Endres at 6:40 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Board Members Present: Brehob, Endres, Foltz, Manns, Miner, Skillings and Stebbins
Members Absent: None.
VISITORS
Larry Ozanich
MOTIONS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE
None.
ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF RULES
None.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Manns moved, Skillings seconded,
CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held February 10, 1999.
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS
1. Larry Ozanich - Gier Street
Mr. Ozanich stated that there are a lot of accidents on Gier that are not reported. The
police do not come out for every accident, not only are they not called but sometimes
the police will not come out and write a report unless the damages are above a certain
amount. There are three schools within a few blocks of one another. The counts that
the Transportation Division did not include all three schools. The counts were taken
when school had already started for the day, missing the main flow of traffic. Mr.
Ozanich feels that the stop signs do slow traffic and that there is a definite need for a
stop sign at Gier Street and Creston Avenue.
Traffic Board Meeting Minutes from Meeting Held Page - 3 -
April 7, 1999
OLD BUSINESS
None.
NEW BUSINESS
1. Ms. Skillings asked what the status is on Pere Marquette. Mr. Berridge stated that the
recommendation to not install meters is still pending. Mr. Berridge also advised the
board that the City has abandoned the lease for Lot#54, the old Action Auto site with
138 parking spaces.
Ms. Skillings questioned the no left turns on Hillsdale. Mr. Berridge stated that Hillsdale
use to be a through street stopping at northbound Martin Luther King Blvd. and stopping
at southbound Martin Luther King Blvd. The abandoned street has been incorporated
into the church parking lot. Mr. Berridge advises the citizens turn left onto St. Joseph
and enter the neighborhood through Jenison Street.
Ms. Skillings asked if there is enough parking in Old Town. Mr. Berridge stated that
there is enough parking at this time and the Fish Ladder lot may be expanded.
2. Denise Foltz would like to know about the cameras at Pennsylvania and Michigan. Mr.
Kilpatrick stated that the cameras are only for video detection instead of loop detectors.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
None.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 7:38 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
David A. Berridge
Secretary
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David C.Hollister, Mayor TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING OFFICE
May 6, 1999
Marilynn Slade
City Clerk
City Hall
Lansing, Michigan
Re: Traffic Board Minutes
Attached are the draft Traffic Board minutes from the meeting held on
April 14, 1999.
Respectfully submitted,
LANSING TRAFFIC BOARD
Tammy Good,
Recording Secretary
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OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE
TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING
MEETING OF APRIL�Y, 1999
CALL TO ORDER 4
The meeting was called to order by Endres at 6:40 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Board Members Present: Brehob, Endres, Foltz, Manns, Miner, Skillings and Stebbins
Members Absent: None.
VISITORS
Larry Ozanich
MOTIONS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE
None.
ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF RULES
None.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Manns moved, Skillings seconded,
CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held February 10, 1999.
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS
1. Larry Ozanich - Gier Street
Mr. Ozanich stated that there are a lot of accidents on Gier that are not reported. The
police do not come out for every accident, not only are they not called but sometimes
the police will not come out and write a report unless the damages are above a certain
amount. There are three schools within a few blocks of one another. The counts that
the Transportation Division did not include all three schools. The counts were taken
when school had already started for the day, missing the main flow of traffic. Mr.
Ozanich feels that the stop signs do slow traffic and that there is a definite need for a
stop sign at Gier Street and Creston Avenue.
Traffic Board Meeting Minutes from Meeting Held Page - 2 -
April 7, 1999
COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS
None.
REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY
1. Traffic Control Request#99-04: Bassett Avenue
Mr. Berridge gave an overview of the report. There was discussion by the board
members.
Skillings moved, Miner seconded,
CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation Division recommendation prohibiting
parking on both sides of Bassett Avenue from its intersection with Comfort Street to the
driveways of the industrial properties at 1800 and 1801 Bassett Avenue, a distance of
approximately 365 feet.
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
ACTION ITEMS
TABLED ITEMS
1. Traffic Investigation Report#97-20: Gier Park
Mr. Brehob questioned when this area would be looked at in Traffic Calming. Mr.
Kilpatrick stated that it originally was scheduled for 1999. Mr. Berridge stated that the
data may be gathered in 1999 but this area, at this time, will not be evaluated in 1999.
There was discussion by the board members. Mr. Brehob asked for this area be pulled
out for a mini-traffic calming study.
Skillings moved, Brehob seconded,
CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation and Parking Office recommendation to put
in pedestrian crossing signs and supplemental warning signs on Gary and Creston
Avenues, to remove the yield signs on Gier Street at Gary Avenue and replace with stop
signs, and to expedite the traffic calming study in this area.
Yeas: 7 Nays: O
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
1. Board &Administrator, March, 1999
2. HRC -Traffic Tips, January, 1999
Traffic Board Meeting Minutes from Meeting Held Page - 3 -
April 7, 1999
OLD BUSINESS
None.
NEW BUSINESS
1. Ms. Skillings asked what the status is on Pere Marquette. Mr. Berridge stated that the
recommendation to not install meters is still pending. Mr. Berridge also advised the
board that the City has abandoned the lease for Lot#54, the old Action Auto site with
138 parking spaces.
Ms. Skillings questioned the no left turns on Hillsdale. Mr. Berridge stated that Hillsdale
use to be a through street stopping at northbound Martin Luther King Blvd. and stopping
at southbound Martin Luther King Blvd. The abandoned street has been incorporated
into the church parking lot. Mr. Berridge advises the citizens turn left onto St. Joseph
and enter the neighborhood through Jenison Street.
Ms. Skillings asked if there is enough parking in Old Town. Mr. Berridge stated that
there is enough parking at this time and the Fish Ladder lot may be expanded.
2. Denise Foltz would like to know about the cameras at Pennsylvania and Michigan. Mr.
Kilpatrick stated that the cameras are only for video detection instead of loop detectors.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
None.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 7:38 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
David A. Berridge
Secretary
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CITY OF LANSING
PLANNING & NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING OFFICE
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE
TRAFFIC BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING
MEETING OF FEBRUARY 10, 1999
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Endres at 6:08 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Board Members Present: Endres, Foltz, Manns, Miner, Skillings and Stebbins
Members Absent: Brehob
VISITORS -
Gordon Small, Mary Patenge, John Patenge and Jay Corey
MOTIONS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE
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CARRIED, to grant Brehob an excused absence.
Yeas: 5 Nays: 0
ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF RULES
Mr. Berridge recommended that all items under Communications and Petitions be considered
as Action Items.
Foltz moved, Stebbins seconded,
CARRIED, to consider all items under Communications and Petitions as action items.
Yeas: 5 Nays: 0
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
There was discussion on the minutes to clarify the Parking Regulation Change Report#98-24:
Pere Marquette Drive.
Manns moved, Miner seconded,
CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held January 13, 1999.
Yeas: 5 Nays: 0
Traffic Board Meeting Minutes from Meeting Held Page - 2 -
February 10, 1999
PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS
1. Gordon Small - Dwight Street and Capitol Avenue
Mr. Small is very appreciative of the temporary closure of Dwight Street at Capitol
Avenue. Mr. Small stated that it has given them their neighborhood back. He is in favor
of the permanent closure.
2. Mary Patenge - Dwight Street and Capitol Avenue
Ms. Patenge represents not only herself but also the Turner Dodge Neighborhood
Organization. Ms. Patenge stated that they are in favor of the permanent closure of
Dwight Street and Capitol Avenue.
3. John Patenge - Dwight Street and Capitol Avenue
Mr. Patenge stated that he is also in favor of the permanent closure of Dwight Street
and Capitol Avenue and have been maintaining the traffic triangle for the last eighteen
years. They have, with permission, planted a tree and flowers and plan on maintaining
the traffic triangle after the permanent closure.
4. Jay Corey - Sandhurst Drive
Mr. Corey stated that he would like to see the parking regulation changed in the 3800
block of Sandhurst Drive to a no parking zone. Mr. Corey stated that there is plenty of
parking available on Mersey Lane and that the apartment complex has plenty of their
own parking. There are vehicles that are constantly left on the street overnight, illegal
activities going on and added congestion near the intersection of Waverly and
Sandhurst Drive.
COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS
1. Traffic Investigation Report#99-03: Sandhurst Drive
Mr. Endres questioned if there is adequate parking available in the apartment complex.
Mr. Berridge stated that there is plenty of parking available it is a matter of convenience.
Ms. Skillings asked if anyone had contacted the apartment complex managers. Mr.
Berridge stated that the management has not been notified personally but the tenants
were mailed an invitation to the meeting. There was extensive discussion by the board
members.
Miner moved, Skillings seconded,
CARRIED, to install no parking signs in the 3800 block of Sandhurst for a 90-day
temporary period. The apartment complex management and the Lansing Police
Department are to be notified of the temporary changes.
Yeas: 6 , Nays: 0
Traffic Board Meeting Minutes from Meeting Held Page - 3 -
February 10, 1999
2. Traffic Investigation Report#99-01: Grand River and Case Street
Mr. Berridge asked that this be tabled for six months. The Transportation Division met
with Wohlert Corporation. The discussion was to install temporary no parking on Case
Street and to have two outbound lanes, (a right turn lane and a left turn lane) on Case
Street to facilitate safe shift change operations.
Foltz moved, Manns seconded,
CARRIED, to table the Traffic Investigation Report#99-01 until further notice.
Yeas: 6 Nays: 0
REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY
1. Traffic Calming Report#99-02: Dwight Street and Capitol Avenue
Mr. Berridge gave an overview of the report. There was discussion by the board
members. Mr. Berridge stated that the preliminary cost estimate to permanently close
Dwight Street and Capitol Avenue is $31,000.
Manns moved, Stebbins seconded,
CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation Division recommendation to permanently
close Dwight Street and Capitol Avenue and to allocate the funds from the FY00 budget
to do the closure.
Yeas: 6 Nays: 0
ACTION ITEMS
1. Transportation Division Budget
Mr. Berridge gave an overview of the FY00 budget. Ms. Skillings asked whether the
rates changed from the previous recommendations. Mr. Berridge stated that the rates
are the same as previously adopted.
Skillings moved, Miner Seconded,
CARRIED, to recommend approval of the Transportation Division Budget for FY00 to
the Mayor and City Council.
Yeas: 6 Nays: O
TABLED ITEMS
1. Traffic Investigation Report#97-20: Gier Park
No actiop taken.
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INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
1. Board &Administrator, February, 1999
OLD BUSINESS
None.
NEW BUSINESS
1. Reorganization of the Transportation Division
Mr. Berridge stated that City Council approved the reorganization of the Transportation
Division. The Transportation Division will now be the Transportation and Parking Office
of the Planning and Neighborhood Development Department.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
None.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 7:04 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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David A. Berridge
Secretary
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David C.Hollister, Mayor TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING OFFICE
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Dear Ms. Slade:
Attached are the approved Traffic Board minutes from the meeting held on
February 10, 1999. Please place these minutes on file.
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Tammy Good,
Recording Secretary
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CITY OF LANSING -
PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT
TRANSPORTATION DIVISION
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE1 G Cf l Y CLERK
BOARD OF THE CITY OF LANSING " "
MEETING OF JANUARY 13, 1999
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Foltz at 6:11 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Board Members Present: Brehob, Foltz, Manns, Miner and Stebbins
Members Absent: Endres and Skillings
VISITORS
Harry Hepler, Mike O'Leary, Judy Basette, Angelo Oricchio, Pete Jubeck, Marty Schlissberg,
Debra Blews and Maggie Spitzley
MOTIONS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCE
Stebbins moved, Manns seconded,
CARRIED, to grant Endres and Skillings an excused absence.
Yeas: 5 Nays: 0
ITEMS FOR SUSPENSION OF RULES
Mr. Berridge asked that the Traffic Investigation Report#99-01: Grand River Avenue and Case
Street be deferred to the next traffic board meeting. Mr. Berridge recommended that all other
items under Reports from the Secretary be considered as Action Items.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Manns moved, Miner seconded,
CARRIED, to approve the minutes from the Traffic Board meeting held December 9, 1998.
Yeas: 5 Nays: 0
PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS
1. Debra Blews - Sparrow Avenue#98-25
Ms. Blews states that they are not asking for the signs to be changed from no stopping,
standing or parking signs but that they not be enforced as such. Ms. Blews believes
that the only reason this has become an issue is because two years ago a resident
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complained about a parent who was parked in their driveway. Ms. Blews also stated
that is was her understanding that City Council put the no stopping, standing or parking
zone so that residents and school people would not park there but that it would be that
limited pick up and drop off zone. Ms. Blews finds it interesting that up until two years
ago the police never bothered the parents. Ms. Blews feels that the safety of the
children are at risk, we are expecting the children to cross Sparrow Avenue to get into
cars.
2. Maggie Spitzley- Pere Marquette#98-24
Ms. Spitzley is representing Pere Marquette LLC and Public Policy Associates and is in
favor of the parking regulation change request for Pere Marquette Drive.
3. Harry Hepler- Pere Marquette#98-24
Mr. Hepler stated that the need for more parking spaces on Pere Marquette. On one
-end of Pere Marquette is heavy commercial truck traffic, in the middle it has office use
on a fairly heavy basis and on the other end is heavy restaurant traffic. During the
hours of 11-1:30 p.m. and again after 6:00 p.m. his business, Blue Coyote, puts
enormous pressures on parking. The most hazardous situations are at lunch time with
the commercial truck traffic and lunch traffic going to the Blue Coyote and Clara's. The
Blue Coyote does provide valet parking, but unfortunately only a certain percentage of
people will utilize this service. Mr. Hepler states because there are only about 9 or 10
spots on the south side of Pere Marquette and the rest or way down at the other end, for
long term parking, he would like to see more meter parking available for longer time
than 30 minutes. Mr. Hepler feels that with more meter parking spaces it will reduce the
pressures on his business, Clara's, Pere Marquette LLC and Public Policy.
4. Mike O'Leary- Pere Marquette#98-24 _
Mr. O'Leary would like to see more parking spaces along the west side of Pere
Marquette. There is parking available north of the proposed parking spots but they are
not as convenient and there is not a sidewalk. Mr. O'Leary would like to increase the
accessability to not only Blue Coyote but the tenants at 119 Pere Marquette. Mr.
O'Leary believes with more parking spaces it will increase the traffic flow in that area.
5. Pete Jubeck - Pere Marquette#98-24
Mr. Jubeck stated that he has never been in favor of putting in more parking meters.
Mr. Jubeck understands that Mr. Hepler and Mr. O'Leary do their best to keep people
from parking in Clara's parking lot but it's not good enough. Mr. Jubeck states that he is
spending a great deal of money supervising his own parking lot. If people have a choice
between parking for free or paying a parking meter, they usually parking in his lot. Mr.
Jubeck asks that whatever is decided to do, the City needs to be fair with all of the
property owners. If it is going to put a burden on Paramount Coffee, the City needs to
take a look at that. Mr. Jubeck also stated that it has already put a burden on him and
his business but he is going to work around it.
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6. Ma[ty Schlissberg - Pere Marquette #98-24
Mr. Schlissberg would like to see things stay the way they currently are. Mr. Schlissberg
stated that they currently do not use the loads docks that often. They do use the loading
docks to park semi's when they have several loads come in at the same time. If the
proposed parking regulation change goes through, the semi's will end up in the street
which will cause more parking problems.
COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS
1. Traffic Investiqation Report#98-25• Sparrow Avenue
Mr. Berridge stated that this issue has quite an extensive history and gave an overview.
In the past, before the no stopping, standing, parking zones were in place, when we had
more passive regulations, both sides of the street would be jammed with vehicles. In
these instances, it would reduce Sparrow Avenue, a 30 ft wide street, to one 12 ft lane
moving in one direction or another. The Lansing School District has contacted the
Transportation Division to open up the bus loading zone. The school currently places
cones so that the buses have a place to load and unload. Mr. Berridge stated that it is
not a perfect situation and that you will probably always have vehicles parking in the no
stopping, standing, parking zone. The City has worked with past principals and
superintendents to lay out different options on the Lansing Christian School property for
a driveway. There is plenty of room to put a driveway between Sparrow and Barnes,
which would allow the pick up and drop off to take place on school property. Mr.
Berridge stated that the regulations that were instituted in 1987 have had a positive
benefit. With the current no stopping, standing, parking zone, parents typically do not
abandon their vehicles. Most people believe that if they leave their vehicles, the police
will ticket their vehicles immediately, which is the intent. The no parking zone policy
gives you 15 minutes, which is why there are no parking zones around the school on
Sterling and east on Sparrow. Mr. Berridge stated that the intent of City Council in 1987
was no stopping, standing, parking. If the intent had been any different, then the
regulation would have reflected this. It was never intended for a pick up and drop off
location. In the 1987 report, Lansing Christian School was suppose to work to find an
offsite circulation solution that worked for them and met the standards for putting a
driveway from Sparrow Avenue to Barnes. As of this date, this has not occurred.
Mr. Stebbins questioned whether or not Lansing Christian School had safety patrol in
place on these corners. Ms. Blews stated that they do have safety patrol in place and
the problem times are in the afternoon when parents are picking up their children at the
same time. Ms. Blews also stated that currently parents are not parking on both sides,
the school has teachers outside to make sure that parents do not park on both sides but
that they do not leave their vehicles. If a parent needs to go into the school, they are
instructed to park in the parking lot. Unfortunately, the parking lot is not large enough to
handle all of the traffic. Mr. Stebbins questioned what the feasibility of putting in a
driveway. Mr. Blews stated that there are currently two portable classrooms on the
north side of the parking lot which would hinder the driveway. Mr. Berridge stated that
the city had proposed several different options. One option was widening Barnes or
Sparrow so that there could be drop off and pick up and still safely maintain two lanes of
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traffic. Mr. Miner questioned who would pay for the widening of the streets. Mr.
Berridge stated that the school would be responsible for the costs involved. The
Lansing School District had to pay to have Lenawee widened to create more parking
and still maintain two lanes of traffic because parking near their building was critical to
them. Those options still exist but they do come associated with a price tag. Mr.
Brehob asked if it would be possible to allow parking on one side of Sparrow. Mr.
Berridge stated that it is a cascade effect. If we had 100% compliance on the north side
of the street at all times every day, then it may be possible to allow drop off and pick up
on the south side. Unfortunately, no one can guarantee that no one would violate the
north side if we allow something to occur on the south side. If we had intense parking
on the south side and an occasional violator on the north side, then the street would be
down to one lane traffic. Therefore, we feel that the situation is best handled with the
strong regulations that we have. Ms. Bassette stated that two teachers and a safety
patrol are outside every day to ensure that parents do not park on the north side. Ms.
Manns questioned whether or not their current parking lot would accommodate the drop
off and pick up. Ms. Blews stated that their current parking lot is not large enough to
handle all of the pick up and drop off times. Ms. Foltz concern was that the school
never put in a driveway in after all these years, long before the portable classrooms
were ever put there. Ms. Blews stated that, once again, it is a money issue. Mr.
Berridge stated that if the north side is free, you have room for two moving lanes of
traffic. It does not guarantee that when the bus shows up, you will have the space. The
school has taken a more active roll in trying to self patrol this area than in the past. Mr.
Berridge agrees with Ms. Foltz that in 13 years it is upsetting that Lansing Christian has
found money to increase the headcount and purchase portable classrooms but they
have not been able to find the money to handle their parking problems. Mr. Brehob
questioned if we could try it on a temporary basis. Mr. Berridge stated that is possible,
we could try it for a 90 day period. The only question is it realistic to experiment with the
current situation.
Miner moved, Stebbins seconded,
CARRIED, to concur with the Transportation Division recommendation to leave the no
stopping, standing or parking zone on the south side of Sparrow Avenue and install
pedestrian crosswalks on the west and north legs of the intersection of Sparrow Avenue
at Fletcher Street.
Yeas: 5 Nays: O
REPORTS FROM THE SECRETARY
1. Transportation Division Budget
Mr. Berridge gave an overview of the FY00 budget. Ms. Foltz questioned how the
restoration projects were going for the parking ramps. Mr. Berridge stated that the
ramps are on a rotating schedule. The schedule is as follows:
FY98 North Capitol Ramp
FY99 South Capitol Ramp
FY00 South Grand Ramp
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FY01 North Grand Ramp - Old Side
FY02 North Grand Ramp Expansion
Mr. Brehob questioned the parking system fund administrative costs. Mr. Berridge
stated that $670,000 of the $1.4 million is for indirect cost plan. We pay for services in
other aspects of city government that are indirectly and directly spread back to us.
These costs include the mainframe computer, maintenance on city vehicles (gas, oil,
etc), legal, accounting and personnel services. Mr. Berridge stated that this budget is a
needs declaration on the expense side. This is what we believe that we need to do. Mr.
Berridge stated that at this time, it does not look like we will meet the $6,892,000 for the
current fiscal year or possibly the next fiscal year. If we do not meet this figure, it will
affect how we spend fund balance this year and next year. We have to stay financially
constrained. We can't spend more money than we take in or have in the bank. If we
have to make adjustments it is done in the capital improvements. Mr. Stebbins asked if
the board has the power to deny the budget. Mr. Berridge stated that the board is an
advisory board. The budget was condensed from 60-70 pages to a four page summary
report for the board. Mr. Berridge stated that anyone who wishes to have a copy of the
complete report can have one.
Brehob moved, Miner Seconded,
CARRIED, to move the Transportation Division Budget to an action item at the February
10, 1999 traffic board meeting.
Yeas: 5 Nays: O
ACTION ITEMS
1. Parking Regulation Change Report#98-24: Pere Marquette Drive
Mr. Berridge stated that last month there was a problem with the mailing and some of
the people that had wanted to come and speak had not received their agenda packages
in enough time to get it on their schedule. Therefore, Mr. Berridge is asking that the
board reconsider their action from last month and deliberate and ask questions. Mr.
Berridge feels that there are two or three different options at this time, the board can
uphold the past recommendation, reconsider and deliberate and either reaffirm what the
board has done or change what was done after deliberation. Mr. Berridge stated that
the report itself is self explanatory, it was discussed in great detail last month. We do
recognize that there is a need for the loading dock at different times for Paramount
Coffee, we believe that we can provide that at times. There are two ways to provide it.
We either provide all the time, leaving the parking regulations the present way or install
some type of parking control where Paramount Coffee can have the meters bagged for
a delivery. Ms. Foltz asked if it was still a possibility to give Paramount Coffee bags for
the meters that they can use when they have a delivery. Mr. Berridge stated that is a
feasible solution. Mr. Berridge also stated that there is a better way to use the public
right of way than to let it sit empty 98% of the time, except when a semi is unloading or
when the loading dock is being used. Mr. Berridge stated that this would not be a
permanent regulation. If Paramount Coffee had changes within their organization and
they needed to utilize the loading dock to be active five days per week, the regulation
could then be changed back.
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Mr. Miner asked if we are dealing with the nine or nothing spaces or are there other
options. Mr. Berridge stated that the five space option has some difficulties because it
leaves two uncontrolled spaces in between spaces that are already there which will be
confusing to the public. Mr. Berridge restated that in his opinion the nine space option is
a better alternative from a customer service standpoint. With the nine space option, we
can put bags on the meters when Paramount Coffee needs to use the loading docks.
Mr. Stebbins asked who would be responsible for putting the bags on the meters when
needed. Mr. Berridge stated that he would work with Interstate Foods. If Interstate
Foods wanted to accept the responsibility of the meter bags and establish the ground
rules for them, they could have meter bags to use when they needed the loading dock.
The typical process is to call one day in advance and we would install them. If twenty
four hours notice is not acceptable and they need more flexibility or would like to
experiment with that, it is something that we can do. Mr. Berridge stated that we are
trying to seek compromise to provide additional parking and Interstate Foods the ability
to use the loading docks if needed.
Mr. Brehob stated that the primary concern with the nine-space option is that vehicles
may then move into the active loading docks, causing more problems. Mr. Brehob also
asked that if we went with the five space option could we increase enforcement in that
area for a month. Mr. Berridge stated that would not be necessary, the area is already
enforced throughout the day. Mr. Brehob stated that he would like to try the nine space
option on a trial basis. Mr. Schlissberg stated they write tickets twenty four hours a day
in the No Parking Zone. Mr. Berridge stated that Paramount Coffee is part of the private
parking enforcement program where they are able to write tickets in the No Parking
Zone impacting their property. Ms. Foltz stated that Blue Coyote needs to find a
solution for their parking problems. Mr. Hepler stated that not only is he speaking on
behalf of his business but also the tenants of 119 Pere Marquette. Ms. Spitzley stated
that they would like to see more parking spots. Mr. Miner stated that putting in these
five or nine spots is not going to solve the parking problem. Mr. Berridge restated that
Paramount Coffee/Interstate Foods has been very open with their facilities. Mr.
Berridge agrees with Mr. Hepler in that there is a need for additional parking spaces on
Pere Marquette. Mr. Berridge also agrees with Mr. Schlissberg that at lunch time when
more than one semi is delivering, it creates a congestion in this area. The meters that
are currently on Pere Marquette are highly unutilized. It is an issue of location. The
best space is the space that is closest to the front door.
Foltz moved, Stebbins seconded,
FAILED, to uphold the decision made at last month's meeting to deny additional meter
installation on Pere Marquette.
Yeas: 3 Nays: 2 Brehob, Manns
2. Traffic Board Annual Report
Mr. Berridge gave an overview of the report.
Manns moved, Stebbins seconded,
CARRIED, to approve and forward the 1998 Transportation Division Annual Evaluation
Report to the Mayor and City Council.
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3. Ethics Training
The traffic board members present had the ethics training.
TABLED ITEMS
1. Traffic Investigation Report#97-20: Gier Park
No action taken.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
1. Board &Administrator, January, 1999
OLD BUSINESS
None. -
NEW BUSINESS
1. Reorganization of the Transportation Division
Mr. Berridge stated that the Mayor has issued an executive order to reorganize the
Transportation Division and requested City Council approval. The entire Division and
staff will be placed organizationally in the Planning and Neighborhood Development
Department. The Director is Dennis Sykes. The new title for the Transportation Division
has not yet been determined. The Mayor has determined that there is a need for more
coordination between the activities that we do in traffic engineering neighborhood
activities and parking system development activities and the Planning and
Neighborhood Development Department. The funding for the division will move with
this reorganization.
Mr. Brehob questioned what the impact will be on the Traffic Board. Mr. Berridge stated
that at this point, he does not see any changes. Ms. Manns questioned what happens
with the current budget. Mr. Berridge stated that the budget will move with the
Transportation Division to the Planning and Neighborhood Development Department.
2. Area 131 - Eastside Neighborhood Organization
Mr. Berridge gave an overview of the last Eastside Neighborhood Organization meeting.
Mr. Berridge stated that the Eastside Neighborhood Organization has decided to move
Phase 3 and Phase 3A to a future consideration category. They have also deferred the
placement of certain diverters in Phase 1. The Transportation Division has spend from
August 1997 through January 1999 discussing priorities of the Eastside Neighborhood
Organization. We will now work to prepare the draft final report for the entire
neighborhood's consideration.
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PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
None.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:33 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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David A. Berridge
Secretary
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