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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07/11/2018 Traffic Safety Advisory Committee City of Apple Valley July 11, 2018 7:00 p.m. Municipal Center Minutes 1. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chair Arthur Zimmerman. Members Present: John Bermel, Linda Dolan, Charles Grawe, Fred Puente, Matt Saam, Joe Shaw, Arthur Zimmerman Members Absent: Consultants/Alternates Present: Brandon Anderson, City Engineer, Ahmed Omer, Engineer Others Present: Lamont Rolfshues, Bill Swanstrom 2. Approval of Agenda _ The Engineer requested the removal of item 5 C regarding the Palomino Speed study. MOTION: Mr. Saam moved, second by Ms. Dolan to approve the agenda as amended. Motion passed 7-0. 3. Audience Items Mr. Swanstrom expressed concern that traffic is overwhelming the city and causing a public health concern. He requested the creation of a separate pedestrian safety advisory committee because the city is too auto-oriented. He said he believes restructuring is necessary to handle pedestrian safety. 4. Approval of May 9, 2018 Minutes MOTION: Mr. Grawe moved, second by Ms. Dolan, to approve the Minutes of May 9, 2018. Motion passed 6-0. (Mr. Saam abstained.) 5A. 14025 1401h Ct Additional Cul-De-Sac Signage Review Mr. Anderson reported that a resident complained about high number of vehicles using the cul-de-sac as a turn-around. The resident believed that the drivers must not know it is a cul-de-sac and are entering by error and requested "dead end" signage at the mouth of the cul-de-sac. 5B. 14113 Garden View Court Additional Cul-De-Sac Signage Review Mr. Anderson reported that a resident complained about high number of vehicles using the cul-de-sac as a turn-around. The resident believed that the drivers must not know it is a cul-de-sac and are entering by error and requested "dead end" signage at the mouth of the cul-de-sac. The Committee reviewed both cul-de-sacs and discussed possible reasons would drive into the cul-de-sac. Some members suggested it is less likely that drivers are unaware of the cul-de-sacs and more likely that they have a need to turn around. Understanding the motivations for the need to make the turning movements might lead to a better long-term solution. Other members suggested that some signage could be added as a temporary measure. MOTION: Ms. Dolan moved, second by Mr. Zimmerman, to recommend installation of a rider style sign at the entrance to 1401h Court and installation of a"dead end" sign at the entrance to Garden View Court. Motion passed 7- 0. 5C. Parkin in n Regents 2nd Neighborhood for Quarry Point Park Activities Mr. Anderson reported complaints from residents in the areas west of Quarry Point Park. Park users have been parking on the streets in the neighborhood. This type of activity exists at parks around the City. The Committee held brief discussion. 5D. Harmony Way Speed Concern and Warning Signage Request Mr. Anderson reported concerns over a tight curve that causes difficulty for visibility. The curve radius meets the criteria for an advisory sign. The Committee discussed possible signage optics. MOTION: Mr. Bermel moved, second by Mr. Zimmerman, to recommend installation of appropriate signage. Motion passed 7-0. 5E. Driver Feedback Signs_ Requests and Deployment Schedule Mr. Anderson said there is a lengthy list of neighborhoods requesting temporary posting of the driver feedback signs to address speeding concerns. He presented the current schedule for deployment. He noted that there is a high rate of non-compliance with speed on 132nd Street near Johnny Cake Ridge Road and an unusual number of vehicle trips occurring during late hours. He noted higher rates of non-compliance on Pennock Avenue as well. Mr. Swanstrom said he believes 8 of 10 cars in southbound traffic applied their brakes when the advisory signs are in place. He believes that permanent signage are warranted. The Committee discussed possible policies to allow permanent signs under certain conditions, including in single directions of traffic. 5F. Traffic Speed Concerns on 1601h Street Mr. Anderson said the City has received concerns about speeds and noise from Diamond Path to Garden View Drive. Mr. Rolfshues expressed concerns over the use of engine brakes as vehicles approach Garden View Drive. 5G. MSA Traffic Count Updates Mr. Anderson said the City is updating its MSA traffic counts. 6A.Other Traffic Concerns Communicated to the City of Apple Valley Police Concerns Mr. Bermel reported concerns about speeds on Pilot Knob Road and Embry Way. Mr. Bermel recommended removal of vehicle noise enforcement signs as they are not enforceable. Public Works Concerns Mr. Anderson said there are concerns about speeds on Gabella Street and 147Th Street. Mr. Anderson said there continues to be one-way violations on Founders Way and may require medians to prevent turning movements. 6B.Educational Issues and Grant Opportunities Ms. Dolan mentioned the Toward Zero Deaths Minnesota conference will be October 23rd and 24th. 7. Adjourn MOTION: Mr. Bermel moved, second by Mr. Saam, to adjourn. Motion passed 7 - 0. Meeting was adjourned at 8:57 p.m.