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MINUTES OF THE 811 REGULAR MEETING
LIVONIA TRAFFIC COMMISSION
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The 811 Regular meeting of the Livonia Traffic Commission was held in the 5 Floor Gallery of City Hall
on May 9, 2024; it was called to order by Chairperson Jim Policelli at 7:30 p.m.
PRESENT: Jim Policelli, John Katers, James Keller, Yara Racine, Tom Wrenbeck, Sgt. Paul Walters of
the LPD Traffic Bureau
ABSENT: Gordon St. John, Rebekah Farabaugh, City Engineer Todd Zilincik
VISITORS: Lauren Grewe
Agenda Item 1:
The minutes from the April 11, 2024 meeting were reviewed.
A motion was made by Commissioner Katers, supported by Commissioner Wrenbeck, to approve the
April 11, 2024 minutes as written. It was voted upon unanimously that,
20-390 RESOLVED, the minutes from the April 11, 2024 were
approved as written
Agenda Item 2: Sign Changes and Safety Requests from Fairway Farms HOA
Lauren Grewe, President of Fairway Farms HOA, expressed the desire of her neighbors to extend a “No
Parking” zone to alleviate congestions at the corn of Ladywood and Levan Roads. Ms. Grewe noted that
during drop off and pickup times at the school, the area gets quite congested and individuals on foot who
wish to cross the road have difficulty doing so due to how closely the vehicles are often parked at the
corner. Upon discussing it was noted that a similar problem exists on Ladywood, east of Levan.
Currently, that area has “No Parking” signage. Sgt. Walters stated that he could send enforcement
patrols for that particular issue. For Levan Road, south of Ladywood, a “No Parking” zone was
proposed. A motion was made by Commissioner Katers, supported by Commissioner Wrenbeck, to add
a ”No Parking” (R 8-3) sign at the northeast corner of Levan Road and Ladywood Street, with a
supplemental sign stating “No Standing or Stopping” to face northbound traffic. Additionally, a “No
Parking” (R 8-3) with similar supplemental signage will be placed on the east side of Levan, 75 feet south
of the corner of Ladywood Street. It was voted upon unanimously that,
20-391 RESOLVED, to add a ”No Parking” (R 8-3) sign at the northeast corner of
Levan Road and Ladywood Street, with a supplemental sign stating “No Standing
or Stopping” to face northbound traffic. Additionally, a “No Parking” (R 8-3) with
similar supplemental signage will be placed on the east side of Levan, 75 feet south
of the corner of Ladywood Street
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MINUTES OF THE 811 REGULAR MEETING
LIVONIA TRAFFIC COMMISSION (CONTINUED)
Agenda Item 3: Request for Relocation of Crosswalk Sign on Gill Road
A resident requested that the crosswalk sign at the corner of Gill Road at Haldane, facing northbound
traffic, which is affixed to a utility pole, be moved closer to the road for better visibility to motorists. This
request will be taking up with the sign shop within the Department of Public Works to research the issue
and determine the best solution.
Updates and Discussion
An email was received requesting a left-turn phased/dedicated light at Ann Arbor Trail and Newburgh.
Traffic signals are the responsibility of Wayne County. Chairman Policelli responded to the email that the
roadway is slated for construction next year and hopefully the signal will be addressed.
MDOT has noted the recommendations of the Engineering Department, along with the Traffic
Commission, on retiming and other updates to the Middle Belt and Schoolcraft intersections. Grant
funding is currently being sought after to help offset the cost.
A request was made for a “No Left Turn” sign on Arden, just south of Five mile, after a recent traffic crash
at that intersection. Intersections such as this one that are close to major intersections require the same
amount of care and attentive driving when making turns. At this time, not further action will be taken.
A request for additional signage for crosswalks near Hubbard, south of Plymouth Road, was received.
Based on the current Google Street views, the area appears to have sufficient signage for both north and
southbound traffic on Hubbard, including advanced warning signs of being near/within a school zone.
No further action will be taken at this time.
Motion to Adjourn – Motion to adjourn at 8:40 p.m. was made by Commissioner Katers, with support
from Commissioner Wrenbeck, with no objections
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NEXT MEETING: June 13, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. in the 5 Floor Gallery of City Hall
Submitted by: Jim Keller, Recording Secretary
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