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MINUTES
TRANSPORTATION AND TRAFFIC COMMISSION
July 14, 2010
8:00 a.m.
July 2010 - June 2011
Commission Members Present Attendance
Ernest Raub 1 of 1
Mikeal Louraine 1 of 1
Jeff Ahlers 1 of 1
Bill Washburn 1 of 1
Kevin Kelly 1 of 1
Rick Prather 1 of 1
Tony Wall 1 of 1
Commission Members Not Present
Ron Fitzwater 0 of 1
Michael Hughes 0 of 1
Commission Liaisons Present
Councilman Ron Medin
Commission Liaisons Not Present
Sgt. Jeff Stiefermann, JCPD
Staff Members Present
Britt Smith, Division Director for Streets/Parking
Matt Morasch, Deputy Director of Public Works
Marshall Edelman, Law Dept. Intern
Todd Logan, Street Division
Guests
Councilwoman Carrie Carroll, Melissa Scheperle
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Ahlers at 8:00 a.m. A quorum was present at this time.
1. Introductions
No formal introductions were made.
2. Acceptance of the May 12, 2010 meeting minutes
A motion was made by Mr. Wall to approve the May 12, 2010 minutes as written, seconded by Mr. Raub. All in
favor, minutes approved as printed.
3. New Business
a) Request for parking on Weathered Rock Road between Stone Hill Road and end of pavement to be
restricted on the north side. (Requestor: Deanna Morenzoni, Infocrossing)
Mr. Smith gave a staff report. He reminded the commission members that this area was looked at in March of
2010 in which time parking was removed from the south side of Weathered Rock Rd between Stone Hill Rd and
the end of the pavement and on both sides of the road from Lorenzo Greene to Stone Hill Rd. Staff believes the
current parking restrictions are sufficient for this street with its current width. Staff reco mmends denying the
request.
A brief discussion among the members took place. Commission members discussed the current parking lot
situation and noted they noticed spaces left for parking and did not notice any vehicles parked along Weathered
Rock Rd. They see no need to add any further parking restrictions.
With no further discussion, Mr. Kelly made a motion to approve the request, seconded by Mr. Prather. All
opposed, motion failed. Staff will inform requestor of request being denied.
b) Request for No Parking on the west side of Hobbs Road down to Hobbs Woods entrance gate.
(Requestor: Diane Annen)
Mr. Smith gave a staff report. He noted that Hobbs Road is a commercial street at the beginning and then turns
into a residential street beyond. The street is currently 32 feet wide and current ordinance suggest parking
should be removed on one side of the street. Staff has received some positive responses for parking removal
and recommends in favor of the request.
During a brief group discussion, Mr. Morasch informed the members of development proposals received in the
Hobbs Road area for future growth and anticipates an increase in traffic. He also noted that new developments
will have adequate parking due to City code. One area business inquired about parking along the street during
emergency happenings and getting approval to do so. Mr. Smith told the members the Police Chief has the
authority to allow this temporary parking.
A motion was made by Mr. Raub to approve the request for no parking seconded by Mr. Washburn. With the
following vote, the motion passes:
Aye: Mr. Kelly, Mr. Louraine, Mr. Raub, Mr. Wall, Mr. Washburn, Mr. Ahlers
Nay: Mr. Prather
4. Old Business
a) Request for a stop sign on Hastings at the intersection of Southampton Drive. (Request or: Melissa
Scheperle)
Mr. Smith gave a staff report. He noted this item was also discussed during the May meeting and the
commission voted to deny the request. Concern has still been expressed from other neighbors with the site
distance for vehicles southbound making a left on to Southampton. This is a newer section in town with recent
development and new construction taking place. Staff believes placing a stop sign at this location will not be
accepted by drivers and there would be a higher violation rate. Staff still recommends against stop sign.
Ms. Scheperle spoke on the request she made. She showed the commission members some pictures she took
at the intersection. Ms. Scheperle expressed her concern of not being able to see over the hill when turning
unless you pull up over the peak to see oncoming traffic. Ms. Carroll spoke on behalf of the neighbors she
received comment from with the same concerns.
A group discussion took place among the members. The question arose of any suggestions that would be tter
handle the traffic concern. Mr. Smith noted staff believes the lowest control is the better control. Staff was asked
to look into other signage options, and an idea arose to do some lane striping done. Staff could sketch some
possible striping plans.
A motion was made by Mr. Ahlers to approve the request for a stop sign on Hastings going north at
Southampton, seconded by Mr. Wall. All opposed, motion failed.
5. Other Business
Chairman Ahlers presented Tony Wall a Certificate of Appreciation for his numerous years serving on the
Commission. Mr. Wall has served on the commission since March 1999.
6. Adjournment
A motion to adjourn was made by Mr. Louraine, meeting adjourned at 8:45 a.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Angie Haslag
Angie Haslag
Administrative Technician