PUBLIC NOTICE & AGENDA TRAFFIC REVIEW COMMITTEE Utilities and Engineering Springbrook Ct, Beloit, WI 1:30 PM Monday, January 28, 2019

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1 PUBLIC NOTICE & AGENDA TRAFFIC REVIEW COMMITTEE Utilities and Engineering Springbrook Ct, Beloit, WI 1:30 PM Monday, January 28, CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL 2. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES 2.a. Consider approval of the Minutes from the August 27, 2018 Traffic Review Committee meeting Attachment 3. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION 4. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4.a. 4.b. 5. ACTION ITEMS 5.a. 5.b Traffic Review Committee Calendar Attachment Speeding on Burton Street Attachment Ordinance to establish 4-way stop signs at Central/Emerson and Central/Chapin Attachment Ordinance establishing terrace parking on Central Avenue adjacent to 1400 White Avenue. Attachment 6. COMMITTEE ITEMS 6.a. Milwaukee Road Update 7. COMMITTEE MEMBER PARTICIPATION 8. NEXT MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT 8.a. Next meeting is scheduled for February 25, ADJOURNMENT Traffic Review Committee Meeting Agenda - January 28, 2019 Page 1 1

2 ** Please note that, upon reasonable notice, at least 24 hours in advance, efforts will be made to accommodate the needs of disabled individuals through appropriate aids and services. For additional information to request this service, please contact the City Clerk's Office at , 100 State Street, Beloit, WI Beloit Traffic Review Committee Meeting Agenda - January 28, 2019 Page 2 2

3 MINUTES TRAFFIC REVIEW COMMITTEE August 27, 2018, 1:30 p.m. City Manager s Conference Room. 4 th Floor City Hall Beloit, WI A meeting of the Traffic Review Committee of the City of Beloit, WI was held Monday, August 27, 2018 at 1:30 p.m. in the City Manager s Conference room. L. Williamson called the meeting to order at approximately 1:31 p.m. 1. Roll Call Member s present: (Voting): R. Norder, M. Ramsden, C. Fryar, M. Flesch, R. Lefeber, D. Stauffacher Members absent: (Voting): T. Nee Non-voting members present: L. Williamson, Non-voting members absent: S. Blakely, K. Leavy Staff: J. Dupuis Public: John Porcellino, Joseph Ford 2. Approval of the minutes from the May 14, 2018 Traffic Review Committee Meeting Minutes of the May 14, 2018 meeting were approved on a motion by M. Ramsden, seconded by M. Flesch 3. Public Participation J. Porcellino of 649 Church Street stated that traffic at the intersection of Broad Street and Park Avenue were running the red lights in the late morning and early evening times. 3

4 4(a). Hackett Street speed and traffic concerns J. Dupuis gave the staff report related to a request by Ann Williams (Fairway Condominium representative) to look into speeding and traffic patterns along Hackett. R. Lefeber indicated that the police would put this location on the list for future radar signs or speed enforcement as staff becomes available. 4(b). Stop sign request at Golden Eagle Drive and Eagles Ridge Drive J. Dupuis gave the staff report related to a request by Gereda Furniss to install stop signs. Staff indicated that a full warrant study would be conducted at the conclusion of the current roadway construction. 4(c). Truck traffic on Manchester Street J. Dupuis gave the staff report related to an from Joseph Ford regarding increased truck traffic on Manchester Street. Staff indicated that the required speed limit signs are posted and that signs indicating the roadway is no longer a truck route are also posted at each end of the roadway. R. Lefeber indicated that the police would put this location on the list for future radar signs or speed enforcement as staff becomes available. L. Williamson requested that s be sent to all DPW supervisors reminding the city vehicles to make sure they are following the posted speed limits. 4(d). Speed bumps on Yates and Washburn J. Dupuis gave the staff report related to a request by Clyde Wells regarding speeding along Yates Avenue. The Committee was against installing the speed bumps and indicated increased police enforcement would be the preferred solution. 4(e). Discussion on how to handle parking in front of cluster mailbox locations J. Dupuis gave the staff report related to a request by Clinton Cole regarding the removal of parking in front of cluster mail boxes located in front of Housing Authority properties. The Committee indicated that they would like to increase awareness to the parking issue instead of regulating the 4

5 parking. Staff to follow-up with the Housing Authority indicating that yellow painting of the curb will be allowed for these areas and notices should be sent to the residents regarding parking. 4(f). Location of future meetings L. Williamson indicated that staff would like to host future TRC meetings at 2400 Springbrook Court. The Committee indicated that they would be in favor of the location change. Meetings will still be held at 1:30 PM on the 4 th Monday of the month. 5(a). Ordinance to remove parking on Townhall Road from Gateway Boulevard to RR tracks Staff recommendation is to remove parking on both sides of Townhall Road between Gateway Boulevard south to the City Limits at the RR tracks. Motion to approve staff recommendation passed unanimously on a motion by Flesch, seconded by Ramsden. 5(b). Ordinance establishing stop sign and turn lane designations on Branigan at frontage road Staff recommendation is to establish a stop sign for northbound traffic at Branigan and the Frontage Road-Branigan to stop, establish a stop sign for eastbound traffic at Branigan and the Frontage Road-Frontage Road to stop, establish a right-turn only and a thru/left-turn lane for northbound traffic on Branigan at the intersection of the Frontage Road. Motion to approve staff recommendation passed unanimously on a motion by Flesch, seconded by Norder. 6(a). Cranston Road corridor update J. Dupuis gave an update regarding the Cranston Road corridor. The consultant has provided preliminary options for improving safety, traffic flow, speeding, and intersection design. A Public Involvement Meeting is scheduled in the upcoming months to obtain input before the final report is submitted. 5

6 6(b). Milwaukee Road update J. Dupuis gave an update regarding the Milwaukee Road project. The project is delayed as signal work, lighting and landscaping has been delayed due to weather and manufacturing issues. Travel lanes should be open within the next week or two. 7. Committee Member Participation R. LeFeber inquired about the signage along Milwaukee Road J. Dupuis responded that permanent signage would be installed once signals are complete. M. Ramsden inquired about the signage along White Avenue J. Dupuis and M. Flesch indicated the lane signage is along the roadway as well as the overhead trombone arm. C. Fryar asked a question regarding I39/90 detour along Hart Road M. Flesch indicated that Hart Road is an alternative route, but is not intended to be a permanent posted detour. R. Norder asked about the bikepath planned along Park Avenue L. Williamson stated that Mr. Norder may want to reach out to the MPO coordinator for an update on the striping project. 8. Next Meeting The next meeting of the Traffic Review Committee is scheduled for Monday, September 24, 2018 in the Big Conference Room (2400 Springbrook Court) at 1:30 pm. 9. Adjournment The motion to adjourn was moved by C. Fryar and seconded by M. Ramsden. Minutes by Jason Dupuis Engineering Division Transportation Engineer 6

7 CITY OF BELOIT REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS TO TRAFFIC REVIEW COMMITTEE Action Required * Information Only X Options Attached Date: January 28, 2019 Presenter(s): Mike Flesch Departments(s): Public Works-Engineering Topic / Purpose for Presentation: Presentation of the 2019 TRC Calendar. Background Information: The calendar is put together each year showing the important dates pertaining to TRC meetings. Key Issues (maximum of 5): 1. Is everyone receiving the notices for meeting cancellations and/or packet information? 2. Please inform Jason Dupuis if you know you will be unable to attend a scheduled meeting at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting. Earlier notice is appreciated, so we can assure that a full quorum is achieved Action Required / Recommendation / Evaluation: Information only. Fiscal Note: 7

8 Traffic Review Committee-CALENDAR :30 PM in the Big Conference 2400 Springbrook Court Major Studies Filing Deadline All Others Notice Mailed: Notice Published: Meeting Date: 31 days before mtg. 21 days before mtg. 10 days before mtg. 10 days before mtg. January 28, 2019 December 28, 2018 January 7, 2019 January 18, 2019 January 18, 2019 February 25, 2019 January 25, 2019 February 4, 2019 February 15, 2019 February 15, 2019 March 25, 2019 February 22, 2019 March 4, 2019 March 15, 2019 March 15, 2019 April 22, 2019 March 22, 2019 April 1, 2019 April 12, 2019 April 12, 2019 May 27, 2019 April 26, 2019 May 6, 2019 May 17, 2019 May 17, 2019 June 24, 2019 May 24, 2019 June 3, 2019 June 14, 2019 June 14, 2019 July 22, 2019 June 21, 2019 July 1, 2019 July 12, 2019 July 12, 2019 August 26, 2019 July 26, 2019 August 5, 2019 August 16, 2019 August 16, 2019 September 23, 2019 August 23, 2019 September 2, 2019 September 13, 2019 September 13, 2019 October 21, 2019 September 20, 2019 September 30, 2019 October 11, 2019 October 11, 2019 November 25, 2019 October 25, 2019 November 4, 2019 November 15, 2019 November 15, 2019 December 23, 2019 Winter Holiday-No December Meeting Scheduled January 27, 2020 December 27, 2019 January 6, 2020 January 17, 2020 January 17,

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