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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-11-14 (2) th MINUTES OF THE 817 REGULAR MEETING LIVONIA TRAFFIC COMMISSION thth The 817 Regular meeting of the Livonia Traffic Commission was held in the 5 Floor Gallery of City Hall on Thursday, November 14, 2024; it was called to order by Chairperson Jim Policelli at 7:32 p.m. PRESENT: Jim Policelli, John Katers, James Keller, Gordon St. John, Sgt. Paul Walters of the LPD Traffic Bureau, City of Livonia Engineer Todd Zilincik ABSENT: Rebekah Farabaugh, Tom Wrenbeck, Yara Racine VISITORS: Ross Nantais, Denny Behendsen, Mike, Dominic & Milena Testa, Theresa Killingbeck & Family, Tim Kilroy, and Aidan O’Donnell. Agenda Item 1: October Minutes The minutes from the from the October 10, 2024 meeting were reviewed. A motion to approve October minutes as written was offered by Commissioner Katers with support from Chairperson Policelli. It was voted upon unanimously that, 24-401 RESOLVED, the minutes from the October 10, 2024 meeting were approved as written Agenda Item 2: August Minutes (correction) Thereafter the minutes from the August 8, 2024 meeting were reviewed with corrections submitted. A motion to approve the minutes as corrected was made by Commissioner Katers, and supported by Chairperson Policelli. It was voted upon unanimously that, 24-402 RESOLVED, the minutes from the August 8, 2024 meeting were approved as corrected Agenda Item 3: Greenwood Park Removal of Yield Signs Residents Ross and Callie Nantais are curious about the lack of stop signs on Lancaster Street. Initially, they did not understand why stop signs were removed or never existed. The protocol for the stop sign warrants was presented and discussed. Thereafter, Sgt. Paul shared data he had on record. Lancaster and Susanna had yield signs since 1968 with no changes. Nola and Susanna had a yield sign from 1968 to 1974, a stop sign from 1974-2008, and a yield sign since 2008 - with no crashes ever reported to the traffic bureau at the Lancaster and Susanna intersection, and one crash reported at Nola and Susanna. Thereafter the discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Katers to add W 15-1 (Park Symbol Sign). The first W 15-1 will be added on Lancaster, East of Nola Circle, facing Eastbound Traffic on the South side of Lancaster Street. Followed by yellow reflective tape on its post. The second W 15-1 will be added on Lancaster, West of Susanna, facing westbound traffic on the north side of Lancaster, followed by yellow reflective tap on its post. For the park symbol sign installation, both locations shall be in advance of the park nearby residential property lines on the city right of way. Additionally, red reflective tape should accompany the yield sign posts on Lancaster at Nola and Lancaster and Susanna. Pavement marking triangles in advance of both yield signs on Lancaster. With the support of Commissioner St.John it was voted upon unanimously that, 24-403 RESOLVED, W 15-1 (park sign) to be added on Lancaster East of Nola circle facing Eastbound Traffic on the South side of Lancaster Street. Followed by yellow reflective tape on its post. W 15-1 will be added on Lancaster West of Susanna facing westbound traffic on the North side of Lancaster, followed by yellow reflective tape on its post. Red reflective tape should accompany the yield sign posts on Lancaster at Nola and Lancaster at Susanna. Agenda Item 4: Deer Creek HOA ADA Ramp Request The residents and HOA of Deer Creek noted during a HOA meeting, that the trail leading into or out of Bicentennial Park onto the sidewalk, adjacent of Pembroke Street, in the Deer Creek subdivision, currently has no direct street access. Pedestrian traffic must use the driveway approach of neighbors currently. The HOA was seeking information regarding adding an ADA ramp connecting directly to the Pembroke roadway. Upon discussion with the commission, there could be unintended consequences if such a ramp was added. Furthermore, it would be required to install one directly across Pembroke from the area in question, as it is provided that a sidewalk cannot lead into the street without an adjoining sidewalk directly across. Therefore, two ramps would be needed. After the discussion, the HOA chairman asked to withdraw his request, as he would report back to the HOA with the discussion points. No further action will be taken at this time. Agenda Item 5: RFB Discussion for Installation on Levan Road Residents and students were seeking clarification regarding the final decision on the rapid flashing beacon (RFB) sign approval and installation. Several of the nearby crosswalks have received upgraded signage or pavement painting, or are awaiting pavement painting, including Ladywood and Woodside Streets. It was also discussed regarding the streetlight in the median dividing north and south traffic. It was suggested to cantilever two lights over top of each position of the roadway to help improve visibility. The lamps “ownership” is either that of LPS or DTE, and at the time of the commission meeting, it was not known who’s responsible for any changes. The commission has yet to vote to install the RFB sign due to due diligence on the commission’s part, making sure that installation would not be a reactionary move (e.g. if a child were to activate the switch on the sign and presume vehicle traffic would stop and proceed to cross the roadway). Since the commission has not actively installed such signs there is some guidance that is necessary to study to ensure there is additional measures (e.g. upgrading signs, street lighting, etc.). Further updates and discussion will take place for the December and January commission meetings. Sgt. Paul notes that the Traffic Bureau has some of the temporary signs, (R1-6B or R1-6C) stating “State law yield or stop for pedestrians in the crosswalk.” Sgt. Paul was unaware of which sign the Traffic Bureau possess, however, he will place those temporary signs up immediately and send enforcement units during the AM bus pickup timeframe from 6:30 am to 8 am as requested by the students using the bus stop. It was also suggested that if not already installed, reflective tape should be installed to match the current crosswalk signs and any traffic control devices being proposed. No further agenda items Open Forum Berwick Street parking issue resident Derek Buskey was not able to attend the Commission meeting to present his concerns with parking issues on Berwick Street. No further business or comments. Motion to Adjourn – Motion to adjourn at 9:30 p.m. was made by Commissioner St. John with support from Commissioner Keller. th NEXT MEETING: December 12, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. in the 5 Floor Gallery of City Hall Submitted by: Jim Keller, Recording Secretary