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ROLL-CALL ATTENDANCE
David Ballard John Wasson, Ex-Officio -ACHD
Zachary Shoemaker Lila Klopfenstein, Ex-Officio - COMPASS
Ryan Lancaster Miranda Carson, Ex-Officio -WASD
Walter Steed Alissa Taysom, Ex-Officio -VRT
Tracy Hopkins Justin Price, Ex-Officio - ITD
Stephen Lewis Sgt. Tara Smith - Police
Jared Smith Tishra Murray- Legal
Tom LeClaire Hether Hill - Community Development
Hoyoon Song Caleb Hood- Community Development
ADOPTION OF AGENDA [ACTION ITEM]
APPROVAL OF MINUTES [ACTION ITEM]
1. Approval of Minutes -April 1, 2024
OLD BUSINESS [ACTION ITEM]
2. Transportation Project Updates
NEW BUSINESS [ACTION ITEM]
3. Updates to Meridian City Code: Provisions Regarding Commission Duties, Powers,
Membership, Qualifications, and Meetings (Emily Kane)
4. Amity/Locust Grove Intersection (Brian McClure)
5. ACHD Master Street Map Changes -Arterial Corridor Preservation
6. Linder Road Concept Study Update (Brooke Green)
- 4:30pm
7. Staff Communications
FUTURE MEETING TOPICS
8. Belltower and Coppercloud Speed Concerns
9. Lost Rapids/Bird Park
10. Chinden/Linder Crash Data
NEXT MEETING - JUNE 3, 2024
ADJOURNMENT
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Item 1.
Meeting Minutes
Meridian Transportation Commission
Monday, April 1, 2024
Council Chambers— Meridian City Hall • 33 East Broadway Ave., Meridian, Idaho
Roll Call
MEMBERS
❑X David Ballard ❑X Walter Steed ❑Zach Shoemaker
❑X Hoyoon Song ❑X Stephen Lewis ❑X Tracy Hopkins
❑XJared Smith ❑XTom LeClaire ❑X Ryan Lancaster
EX-OFFICIO
❑XJohn Wasson (ACHD) ❑X Lila Klopfenstein (COMPASS) ❑x Miranda Carson (WASD)
❑XAlissa Taysom (VRT) ❑XJustin Price (ITD)
OTHERS PRESENT
❑X Sgt. Tara Smith (Police) ❑X Tishra Murray (Legal) ❑x Caleb Hood (Comm. Dev.)
❑X Hether Hill (Comm. Dev.) ❑X Kim Warren (Parks)
Adoption of the Agenda
No changes were made to the agenda by Staff or Commissioners. Motion to approve by
Commissioner Hopkins, 2nd by Commissioner Ballard. All ayes.
Approval of Minutes
1. March 4, 2024
Commissioner Lewis noted a typo. Motion to approve as amended by Commissioner Lewis, 2nd
by Commissioner Ballard- all ayes; passes.
Old Business Items
2. Transportation Projects Update—C. Hood
Mr. Hood began on Page 7 of the packet — 2024 IFWYP priorities were sent to ACHD; MOU for
4.3 million dollars from the ITD Board for grant funds will be presented to City Council for
signature on April 2nd; no significant change month over. Mr. Hood stood for questions. No
questions or comments from the Commission.
New Business Items [ACTION ITEM]
3. Parks Pathways— Kim Warren (City of Meridian- Parks & Recreation)
Ms. Warren shared a PowerPoint presentation and explained her role (Pathways Project
Manager) with the City and recent accomplishments; plan for pathways, maintain GIS pathway
maps ("Interactive Pathways Map"), condition pathways through the development entitlement
process and manage in-house pathway design and implementation. Multiuse pathways include
10-foot wide detached sidewalk facilities (currently over 70 miles of pathway in Meridian). Rail
with Trail pathway project- LHTAC funded.
Item 1.
Ms. Warren stood for questions. Commissioner LeClaire asked about the construction standards
for pathways and barriers between waterways. Ms. Warren responded that there is a standard
width of 10 feet and that asphalt and concrete are both used.As for waterways, there is a master
pathway agreement with the irrigation districts that Parks follows. Commissioner LeClaire had
additional questions about intersections of pathways and roadways and further discussion
ensued. Chair Steed engaged Ms. Warren on clarification of maintenance of pathways (City vs.
HOAs).
4. SH-16 Update— Dan Gorley (ITD)
Mr. Gorley provided a PowerPoint presentation for the SH-16 project which addressed the vision,
timeline, construction updates and future interchanges. Current work includes new highway
between 1-84 and US-20/26; 1-84 interchange; overpasses at Cherry Lane, McMillan Road and
Union Pacific Railroad; new layout of US-20/26; intersections (signals) at Franklin and Ustick
Roads; bicycle and pedestrian improvements in immediate project area; and local road
improvements- current work has an estimated completion of early 2026. There were several
questions, points of clarification and discussion between the Commission, Mr. Hood and Mr.
Gorley.
S. ACHD Master Streep Map Preservation Corridors—C. Hood
Mr. Hood provided a refresher on section line roadways- most are planned to be 5 lanes wide by
ACHD. In June 2023, the City asked ACHD to request ITD to construct the SH-16 overpass
assuming McMillan will be a 5-lane roadway in the future. In late January 2024, there was a joint
City Council meeting with ACHD where right-of-way preservation for 5-lane roadways was
discussed- whether 5 lanes are built out or to provide options for additional transit purposes as
development occurs. Mr. Hood displayed ACHD's Master Street Map (MSM) and associated
arterial street list. Staff has concerns with some of the listed roadway segments and impacts to
the community if roadways were built out to the planned right-of-way width shown on the MSM.
Discussion between Commissioners and Mr. Hood ensued. Conversation will be continued during
May's Transportation Commission meeting.
6. Ex-Officio Updates
Chair Steed entertained a motion to extend the meeting by 5 minutes and skip ex-officio updates
unless an update by an agency was warranted. Motion by Commissioner Lancaster to extend the
meeting 10 minutes, 2nd by Commissioner Hopkins—all ayes.
A. Taysom (VRT) - VRT has begun installation of new bus stop signs at intersection of Wayfinder
Avenue and Peak Cloud Lane.
7. Staff Communications
Ms. Hill provided summaries of relevant transportation-related correspondences received,
beginning on page 13 of the packet.
FUTURE MEETING TOPICS
8. Belltower and Coppercloud Speed Concerns
9. Lost Rapids/Bird Park
Item 1.
10. Linder Road Concept Study Update
Next Meeting Date: May 6, 2024
Adjournment; 5:36pm — Motion by Commissioner Hopkins, 2nd by Commissioner LeClaire - all
ayes.
(AUDIO RECORDING AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST)
APPROVED:
WALTER STEED, CHAIR DATE
ATTEST:
CHRIS JOHNSON (City Clerk) DATE
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MEMO TO CITY COUNCIL AND
TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
From: Hether Hill, Coordination Planner Meeting Date: May 6, 2024
Topic: Transportation Project Updates
Below is a summary/update on some of the transportation and roadway City Staff has been involved
with recently. This is not an exhaustive list, but rather highlights some of the more important activities
that have recently transpired (or are about to occur) in the transportation realm. Staff will be at the
Transportation Commission meeting to discuss some of these topics in more detail. Please feel free to
contact staff should you have any comments, concerns, or questions on any of these projects. New
information is in bold.
KEYACHD PROJECTS:
ACHD Integrated Five-Year Work Program: The 2024-2028 IFYWP Draft can be found here:
https://engage.achdidaho.org/integrated-five-year-work-plan-ifywp The City's request for priority
projects to be included in the 2025-2029 IFYWP were sent to ACHD by the Mayor on March 14th. An
initial draft is expected later this spring.
Linder, Overland to Franklin (Overpass of I-84): Widen Linder Rd to 5 lanes with a bicycle and
pedestrian facility from Overland Rd to Franklin Rd. Project includes a new 1-84 overpass,
improvements to the Overland and Franklin intersections, and connection of W Verbena Dr across
Linder. The City is funding design; 95% design shared in January and design should be complete in
May. ROW is programmed at ACHD for 2024-2025 and construction is programmed for 2026-2027 in
the IFYWP. https://engage.achdidaho.org/linder-road-overpass-franklin-road-to-overland-road The
City has been awarded $4.3M from ITD towards completion of this project. Staff from ACHD, ITD and
the City are exploring how to best use the grant funds, and get this project constructed as soon as
possible, likely in phases. Right-of-way staking should occur the week of May 13th and/or 20th. City
Staff Contact: Caleb Hood, Community Development
Eagle Road, Lake Hazel to Amity: Landscaping within the roundabout at Taconic will be included in the
Cost Share Permit. 95%design is complete. Widen Eagle to 5 lanes with curb, gutter, sidewalk and a
multi-use pathway. Includes a multi-lane roundabout at Eagle Rd and Taconic Dr. On 90-day
construction bid list for June 2024 with notice to proceed in September. Project website:
https://engage.achdidaho.org/eagle-road-lake-hazel-road-to-amity-road.City Staff Contact: Brian
McClure, Community Development
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Lake Hazel and Eagle Signal: The design includes significant grade changes of the existing intersection
and will integrate large retaining walls. Widen and signalize intersection to 4/5 lanes on Eagle and 3/4
lanes on Lake Hazel with multiuse pathway connections. Project will be constructed as part of Eagle
Road, Lake Hazel to Amity widening. On 90-day construction bid list for June 2024 with notice to
proceed in September. Project website: https://engage.achdidaho.org/lake-hazel-and-eagle-
intersection.
City Staff Contact: Brian McClure, Community Development
Lake Hazel Road, Locust Grove Road to Meridian Road: Brighton owns multiple parcels of land between
S Apex Avenue and S Meridian Road. Per their requirements from the City of Meridian they are
required to complete a significant utility upgrade that will require the roadway be reconstructed. ACHD
Commission has approved a Cooperative Development Agreement for the reconstruction and widening
of E Lake Hazel Road between S Apex Avenue and S Meridian Road to 5-lanes, with 10-foot wide
concrete multi-use pathways on both sides of the road. This project is planned for ROW in 2023 and CN
in FY2024-25 in ACHD's IFYWP. Lake Hazel is currently closed in this section for related improvements
until 5/15/2024.
Amity Rd and Locust Grove Rd & Amity Road, Meridian to Locust Grove: These projects were
presented to the ACHD Commission on September 13t" to discuss the projects status, questions and
concerns from the public, and the letters the City has submitted. Project future is currently unknown
with indefinite pause pending new direction from the ACHD Commission. Project Website:
https://engage.achdidaho.org/amity-road-and-locust-grove-road-intersection
City Staff Contact: Brian McClure, Community Development
McMillan/Black Cat Roundabout: Multi-lane roundabout with truck apron, curb, gutter, and 10-foot-
wide multi-use pathways. Crosswalk at each leg with two stage pedestrian crossings and rectangular
rapid flashing beacons (RRFBs) at each pedestrian crossing. City is partnering with ACHD on Tier 1
landscape improvements in the RAB (conduit for now, landscape in the future), splitter islands and 4-
foot buffer areas. 95% design plans are currently being reviewed, with a project team meeting
scheduled for May Sth. https://engage.achdidaho.org/mcmillan-and-black-cat-intersection
City Staff Contact: Caleb Hood, Community Development
Franklin, McDermott to Black Cat: Widening Franklin Rd to 5 lanes between McDermott Rd and Black
Cat Rd, and improving the intersection of Franklin Rd and McDermott Rd. The Franklin Rd and
McDermott Rd intersection is a joint project with Nampa Highway District No. 1. City/ACHD
partnership on landscaping in the medians/buffers and future location for a "Welcome to Meridian"
sign being considered. Stormwater swales envisioned behind curb. 30% design complete with project
team meeting on November 201". Design in FY23-24, Right of Way in FY24-25, notice to proceed
scheduled for early 2026. Posted speed to be 35 MPH but no design elements contemplated to
support.
City Staff Contact: Brian McClure, Community Development
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Fairview, Jericho Road to Eagle & Locust Grove/Fairview Signal: Widen intersection to 9 lanes on
Fairview and 7 lanes on Locust Grove. Widen Fairview to 7 lanes with curb, gutter, sidewalk and Level 3
bike facility. Currently in ROW phase; construction is expected to start 2028. This project is
exceptionally complex with multiple curbs, materials, and elevations. Z-crossing just west of
Fairview/Webb being considered. Here is a link to the project website:
https://engage.achdidaho.org/fairview-avenue-Jericho-road-to-eagle-road
City Staff Contact: Caleb Hood, Community Development
Ustick, Ten Mile to Linder: Widen Ustick Rd to 5 lanes with curb, gutter, center medians, and multi-use
pathway from Ten Mile Rd to Linder Rd. Right-of-way is scheduled for 2025 in the adopted IFYWP and
construction is planned for 2026. Median landscaping is being explored by the project team. Concept
includes pedestrian bridge crossing over Five Mile Creek with a signalized crossing at Ustick. Design will
include multiuse pathways. A retaining wall will be necessary along Five Mile Creek. No
sidewalk/pathways along Five Mile creek where retaining wall to be located; connection will rely on
City pathway on north side of creek (in Bridgetower).
https://engage.achdidaho.org/ustick ten mile linder
City Staff Contact: Caleb Hood, Community Development
Ustick, Black Cat to Ten Mile: Widen to 5-lanes with center medians. Signalized crossing at Naomi
(location of new ACHD maintenance facility, south of City wastewater facility). The ACHD consultant
has submitted 99% PS&E and documents required for ROW acquisition. ROW acquisition taking the
next several months; CN in FY25.
https://engage.achdidaho.org/ustick black cat ten mile
City Staff Contact: Caleb Hood, Community Development
Lake Hazel Road, Eagle to Cloverdale: Widen Lake Hazel Rd to five 11' lanes with curb gutter and 10'
detached multiuse path on both sides. Bridge improvement included to remove and replace the
existing bridge over the Ten Mile Creek. Project will include swales adjacent to the roadway. Design is
complete. Design 2022; ROW; 2023; Construction 2026. City to cost share on continuous lighting
within Meridian City limits (not Boise). Project Website:
https://engage.achdidaho.org/lake hazel eagle cloverdale.
City Staff Contact: Brian McClure, Community Development
South Meridian Neighborhood Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan: Plan in hand design meeting was held and
95% design meeting was held for 6/5 for 3 segment improvements in the plan: Stoddard Road, Victory
to Overland; Locust Grove Rd at Palermo Dr pedestrian crossing; and bridge #1207 at Locust Grove Rd
and Ten Mile creek. Construction is not yet programmed. ACHD and several partners including the City
coordinated to develop a plan to help improve walking and bicycling routes in South Meridian
neighborhoods. https://engage.achdidaho.org/neighborhood-plans Stoddard project webpage
https://engage.achdidaho.org/stoddard-road-victory-road-to-overland-road
Item 2.
Downtown Meridian Neighborhood Transportation Plan: ACHD has developed a plan to help improve
neighborhood streets in the Downtown Meridian area. The purpose of this plan is to update the
adopted 2012 Downtown Meridian Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan and engage with the community to
identify and prioritize future transportation (bicycle, pedestrian, crossing, and roadway) projects in the
Downtown Meridian planning area. The Plan was adopted by the ACHD Commission on Wednesday,
January 10th. Project Website: https://engage.achdidaho.org/downtown-meridian-neighborhood-
transportation-plan?utm campaign=&utm medium=email&utm source=govDelivery.
Linder, Ustick to Pine (concept): The project team met to review concepts. Also, the ACHD Pedestrian
Advisory Group (PAG), ACHD Commissioners, and City staff did an onsite review of the existing
conditions on this stretch of road. In all concepts impacts to some properties would have left
substandard conditions for parking and exacerbated backout parking concerns for all users. Based on
the feedback from the project team and PAG, ACHD is working with consultants to develop new
concepts. New concepts discussed include additional shared roads, roundabout couplets for improved
safety/access with turning restrictions, and enhanced speed mitigation features to promote school and
park access. The public survey on the project closed on December 19, 2023; more information
anticipated in the Spring of 2024 with TC and City Council updates pending. Project Website:
https://engage.achdidaho.org/linder-road-pine-avenue-to-ustick-road. City Staff Contact: Brian
McClure, Community Development
Star Road Bridges: Replace two bridges over the Five Mile Creek and Five Mile Feeder. Bridge width will
support future widening to 5-lanes and a type 3 bike facility (MUP). Star Road is currently closed for
construction.
Ustick, Owyhee Storm to Black Cat: ACHD has prepared 30% plans for review. ROW planned for 2026;
construction 2027 in the current IFYWP. Project cost is estimated at $11M.
ACHD CAPITAL MAINTENANCE
Residential Capital Maintenance includes conducting field reconnaissance and collecting survey data to
determine an improvement strategy for deteriorated/non-compliant facilities such as: pavement,
drainage, pipes, sidewalks, ramps. ACHD aims for bringing the segments up to Complete Streets
standards where possible. Existing non-compliant pedestrian ramp and driveway access points located
along each roadway segment will be identified to be upgraded to meet ADA compliance. Reasonable
attempts will be made to improve each pedestrian ramp as directional, not diagonal.
Meridian Downtown Pavement and Pedestrian Improvements (2024): Notice to proceed is scheduled
for spring 2024. Formerly named: "FY2022 Residential Capital Maintenance". The project goal is to
rehabilitate pavement and add pedestrian improvements including sidewalk and bulb-outs. Segments
include: W 3rd St, W Pine to north end; E Broadway Ave, E 3rd to E 61h; W Cherry Ave, NW 41h St to
Meridian Rd; W Idaho Ave, W 81h St to N Meridian Rd; W Maple Ave, W 15t St to N Meridian Rd; W 2nd
St, W Cherry Ave to W Cherry Ln; NW 41h S, W Broadway Ave to Maple Ave.
https://engage.achdidaho.org/2022-residential-capital-maintenance Segments E Washington Ave, NW
7th to Meridian Rd; NW 7th St, W Washington St to middle school micro-path (currently adding
sidewalk, no pavement rehab, could change); and W 6th St, W Washington St to W Carlton Ave are also
part of this project, but have a separate web page: https://engage.achdidaho.org/washington-street-
and-6th-street City Staff Contact: Caleb Hood, Community Development
Item 2.
Residential Pavement and Pedestrian Improvements (2026): Segments included: I'St W, south end to
Franklin Road; Rose Circle; Country Terrace Way S, south end to Overland Road; Blossom PI, south end
to W McGlinchey Ave; McGlinchey Ave, Blossom PI to NW 81n St; Interlachen Ct, west end to
Interlachen Way; Laurel Ct, south end to Verbena Dr; Tobago Ct. E., west end to SE 5tn Way; Larkspur
Ct, south end to Verbena Dr; Lilac St, south end to Waltman St; Lavender Ct, south end to Verbena Dr;
Sugar Creek, south end to Sugar Creek Dr; Lawndale Dr, McGlinchey Ave to Crestmont Dr; Cruser Dr,
west end to Five Mile Rd; and Francine PI S, Victory Rd to S Francine Ln. ACHD project number: 521060.
Project team meeting held April 12cn
City Staff Contact: Hether Hill, Community Development
ITD PROJECTS (Updated by ITD Staff April 2024)
ChindenWest Corridor: This project will result in 4 travel lanes (two in each direction). Widening will
take place to the south of the existing alignment and be constructed to accommodate future widening
to 6 travel lanes (three in each direction) with high-capacity intersections at roads with river crossings.
Project website: US-20/26 ChindenWest I ITD Projects (idaho.gov)
Star Road to ID-16: Improvements include re-aligning and reconstructing US-20/26, constructing
pathways, and relocating nearby irrigation infrastructure. Anticipated completion in spring
2024. Crews are currently finishing the final stage of the Phyliss Canal Bridge. Final paving and
completion of the bridge should be early summer 2024. (Key No. 20367) Re-aligning and
reconstructing US-20/26, constructing pathways, and relocating nearby irrigation infrastructure.
Anticipated completion by end of April 2024. Minor punch list items will remain through early
Summer.
ITD Project Manager:JD Lewelling, JD.Lewellinq@itd.idaho.gov
Middleton Road to Star Road: Final design for east and west sections were completed in September
and October 2023, respectively. PS&E is scheduled for May 2024 for the east package and for October
2024 for the west package. Construction expected to start in either Fall of 2024 or Spring of 2025
depending upon right-of-way acquisition. Project website:
https://chindenwest.com/middletontostar/. Final design for east and west sections were completed
in September and October 2023, respectively. PS&E is scheduled for mid to late 2024 for both the
east (Key No. 24310) and west (Key No. 24309) packages. Construction expected to start in fall of
2025 depending upon right-of-way acquisition. Construction funding has yet to be identified.
City Staff Contact: Caleb Hood, Community Development
ITD Project Manager:Jeff Nettleton, ieff.nettleton@itd.idaho.gov
Idaho Highway 16 extension, 1-84 to U.S. 20/26
Crews continue building new ramps to connect US-20/26 and SH-16 and will continue through spring of
2024. The new bridge over Five Mile Creek is complete. A new pedestrian bridge over Five Mile Creek
east of McDermott Road is complete. The north abutment of the McMillan Overpass will be under
construction this winter. Construction on the US 20/26 and SH 16 interchange should start this
summer. Construction on several irrigation structures such as the Purdam Drain, & Husky Drain will
continue throughout this winter. Foundation work is also starting on bridges over Ten Mile Creek. On
the south end of the project, work is continuing on the center pier of the new 1-84 interchange and
ramps between Franklin Road and 1-84. Construction is anticipated to be complete 2025 and will
include: Approximately 4.5 miles of highway between U.S. 20/26 and 1-84; an interchange at 1-84;
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signalized intersections at Franklin Road and Ustick Road; reconstruction of the U.S. 20/26 intersection;
overpasses at Cherry Lane, McMillan Road, and the railroad; and minor adjustments to local roads near
SH-16. Project website: itdprojects.idaho.gov/pages/sh16corridor 1-84 to construction underway on
the new 1-84 interchange between Garrity and Ten Mile and widening Franklin Road. The south
portion of Franklin Road widening has recently been concrete paved. The north portion of Franklin
Road will be paved in the next month. Asphalt paving to complete the ramps will begin in the coming
weeks. Contract completion date is Fall 2024.
ITD Project Manager:Jeff Ryan, Jeff.Ryon@itd.idaho.gov
Ustick to Chinden: North ramps at US-20/26 will reach completion in early June 2024. McMillan
overpass has approach slabs and concrete railing being worked on. Local Ersatz road construction
continues now that Meridian's water line is installed. Plan to close and build the new McDermott
& Ustick Interchange May through June 2024. Plan to close and build the McDermott & McMillan
Interchange July through August 2024. Contract completion date is Fall 2025.
ITD Project Manager: Dan Gorley, Dan.Gorley@itd.idaho.gov
Franklin to Ustick: MSE walls started for Cherry Lane overpass. Construction continues on two
bridges over Ten Mile Creek for SH-16 and for Quasi Place road. Construction of railroad bridge will
start soon. Contract completion date is Fall 2025.
ITD Project Manager: Dan Gorley, Dan.Gorley@itd.idaho.gov
Interstate 84 Eastbound Auxiliary Lane, Meridian Interchange to Eagle Interchange: Design is
anticipated to be complete spring 2024. Construction timeline is dependent on funding availability.
This project will add a second on-ramp lane eastbound at Meridian Interchange, an auxiliary (fifth) lane
between Meridian Interchange to Eagle Interchange, and a second off-ramp lane at Eagle Interchange:
Design is anticipated to be complete in spring 2024. A virtual public open house was held February
13-28, 2024. Construction timeline is dependent on funding availability. This project will add a
second on-ramp lane eastbound at Meridian Interchange, an auxiliary (fifth) lane between Meridian
Interchange to Eagle Interchange, and a second off-ramp lane at Eagle Interchange.
https://itdprojects.org/projects/i-84-meridian-interchange-to-eagle-interchange-auxiliary-lane/
ITD Project Manager: Mark Wasdahl, Mark.Wasdahl@itd.idaho.gov
FY24 Surface Treatments US 20/26 & SH 44: Sealcoat approximately 107 lane miles of US 20/26 and
SH-44 this summer. This will improve ride quality and extend the pavement lifespan. Project will start
no later than June 14, 2024. A typical sealcoat uses oil heated to 150-185F, but this time we will heat it
to 275-325F. In addition to the increase in oil temperature, the aggregate is also heated and pre-coated
with oil. This new technology makes it possible to do all the work at nighttime, thus greatly reducing
the impact to the traveling public. Sealcoat approximately 107 lane miles of US 20/26 and SH-44 this
summer. This will improve ride quality and extend the pavement lifespan. Project will start no later
than June 14, 2024. A typical sealcoat uses oil heated to 150-185F, but this time we will heat it to
275-325F. In addition to the increase in oil temperature, the aggregate is also heated and pre-coated
with oil. This new technology makes it possible to do all the work at nighttime, thus greatly reducing
the impact to the traveling public.
ITD Project Manager: Walter Olin, Walter.Olin@itd.idaho.gov
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Item 2.
SH-55 Eagle Road Safety Review: An inter-agency team was assembled to discuss a safety review of
Eagle Road, 1-84 to SH-44. The safety review, which included a speed study, was completed at the end
of February 2023. ITD has presented to City Council several times, the last time was on September 5,
2023. ITD shared what was found in the safety review and showed what sign and striping
improvements were made as a result. They also shared that the speed study showed that no change
to the enforceable speed limits on Eagle Rd were recommended. ITD recognizes the city's concerns
regarding the daily congestion on Eagle Rd and proposed implementing advisory speed limit signage
with flashing beacons. These would be activated during the busiest times of the day. The purpose
would be to alert the public of times when congestion is most likely. After the presentation there were
concerns from the mayor and at least one council member due to advisory speeds not being
enforceable. ITD and the city continue to engage to find the best solution for the traveling public on
Eagle Rd. An additional inter-agency team with law enforcement, the city, ITD, and other agencies will
be put together in the coming months to continue discussions. While different agencies may have
different goals, the main goal we all agree on is keeping the public safe and ensuring drivers can get to
where they need to go as efficiently and safely as possible. An inter-agency team was assembled to
discuss a safety review of Eagle Road, 1-84 to SH-44. The safety review, which included a speed study,
was completed at the end of February 2023. ITD has presented to City Council several times, the last
time was on September 5, 2023. ITD shared what was found in the safety review and showed what
sign and striping improvements were made as a result. They also shared that the speed study
showed that no change to the enforceable speed limits on Eagle Rd were recommended. ITD
recognizes the city's concerns regarding the daily congestion on Eagle Rd and proposed
implementing advisory speed limit signage with flashing beacons. These would be activated during
the busiest times of the day. The purpose would be to alert the public of times when congestion is
most likely. After the presentation there were concerns from the mayor and at least one council
member due to advisory speeds not being enforceable. ITD and the city continue to engage to find
the best solution for the traveling public on Eagle Rd. An additional inter-agency team with law
enforcement, the city, ITD, and other agencies will be put together in the coming months to continue
discussions. While different agencies may have different goals, the main goal we all agree on is
keeping the public safe and ensuring drivers can get to where they need to go as efficiently and
safely as possible.
ITD Contact:Justin Price, Justin.Price@itd,idclho.gov
1-84 Mobility Improvement Study: This study will determine whether additional auxiliary lanes and
other improvements are needed to smooth merge hesitations, achieve better traffic distribution,
and achieve lane balance for the 11-mile section of Interstate 84 between the Garrity Interchange in
Nampa and the 1-84/1-184 Wye Interchange in Boise. Existing traffic counts will be collected, future
traffic counts will be developed, existing conditions will be reviewed along with all previous
environmental and operational studies, traffic will be modeled, an origin-destination study will be
conducted and a phasing plan and future NEPA action will be recommended. A data collection plan is
currently being developed, ITD resources are being allocated for that data collection and a Request
for Proposals will be advertised within 60 days.
ITD Project Manager: Mark Wasdahl, Mark.Wasdahl@itd.idaho.gov
SH-69 Traffic Study: This study will identify roadway improvements necessary to accommodate
traffic through 2050. Currently, the long-range traffic forecast is being re-evaluated. Technical
meetings with cities of Kuna and Meridian are anticipated for June 2024.
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Item 2.
ITD Project Manager: Mark Wasdahl, Mark.Wasdahl@itd.idaho.gov
PATHWAYS (Updated by City Parks Staff April 2024)
Nine Mile Creek, Linder to Meridian: In initiating the land trade, parks staff discovered a strip of
easement belonging to Nampa and Meridian Irrigation District that can accommodate the pathway,
rendering a land trade unnecessary. The current (funded) project phase will run from NW 3rd Street
along the Ninemile Creek as far as approximately 8th Street. In April, staff received approval to
request additional funding from LHTAC for construction of this segment, as costs have risen
significantly since funds were originally allocated. Staff is currently working with an engineering
consultant, with plans expected to be complete in 2025, and project construction in 26/27. A future
City project (not yet funded) proposes to extend the Rail With Trail Pathway west as far as Linder
Road.
Five Mile Creek Pathway: This project, which includes 2/3 of a mile of newly paved pathway along the
south bank of the Fivemile Creek, and a pedestrian bridge crossing of the Ninemile Creek, is now
complete. It connects 3 miles of existing pathway in northwest Meridian with more than 4 miles of
existing pathway to the east, allowing for approximately 8 miles of continuous multi-use pathway
through Meridian, primarily along the Fivemile Creek.
Mary McPherson Pathway: The City developed a concept for a pathway between Crest Ridge Drive and
Mary McPherson Elementary along the Farr Lateral. Parks requested an engineering proposal to
complete a site survey and easements, per the preliminary concept layout. Easements, both
permanent pedestrian and construction access, have been agreed to. Pathway is now complete.
OTHER PROJECTS
MDC, Downtown Parking Efforts: MDC is working on an update to Destination Downtown. Part of
this is parking analysis. The MDC consultant is wrapping-up the Parking Management Strategies &
Implementation Guide. MDC and City Staff met in late January to discuss next steps.
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Mayor Robert E. Simison Item 3.
City Council Members:
C� f IDIAN Luke Cavener, President
Liz Strader, Vice President
i 0 H ri U John Overton
Anne Little Roberts
Doug Taylor
MEMORANDUM
DATE: April 30, 2024
TO: Transportation Commission
FROM: Emily Kane, Deputy City Attorney
RE: Overview of Updates to Title 2, Meridian City Code
This memorandum is provided to update you on some upcoming proposed changes to Title 2,
Meridian City Code, which relate to the creation and operation of City commissions. Drafts of
the proposed changes to Title 2 that are related to the Transportation Commission are attached.
(The first is a "track changes" version that shows the changes made. The second is a"clean
copy" of the updated ordinance with the changes incorporated.)
These proposed changes to Title 2 are part of a greater effort to review and streamline Meridian
City Code. This effort is motivated by the City of Meridian's 2021-2025 Strategic Plan, which
includes this goal: "[U]pdate ordinances and simplify processes in order to improve effectiveness
and provide premier services to our citizens." One of the enumerated strategies supporting this
goal is to "perform a complete review of all ordinances, codes and policies in the City of
Meridian to assess their value and relevance to the community." To that end, the City Attorney's
Office is undertaking a comprehensive overhaul and restructuring of the City Code, in order to
improve the Code's clarity, consistency, effectiveness, and navigational utility.
Among other things, the proposed changes to Title 2 are designed to: establish uniformity in the
structure of the code provisions for each commission; update the language of the ordinance to
reflect current practices; eliminate outdated provisions; and clarify language related to
Commission membership.
The updated Title 2 provisions will also categorize City commissions into advisory commissions,
which make recommendations to the Mayor and City Council on specific subject areas (e.g.,
Transportation Commission, Arts Commission, Historic Preservation Commission), and
statutory commissions, which operate pursuant to a statutory mandate (e.g., Planning &Zoning
Commission, Impact Fee Advisory Committee).
The Transportation Commission will not experience changes to its operations as a result of these
proposed updates; they generally reflect the commission's current practices. I look forward to
reviewing the proposed code updates with you at your meeting on May 6, 2024. Thank you!
City Attorney's Office . 33 E. Broadway Avenue, Meridian, ID 83642 14
Phone 208-898-5506 . www.meridiancity.org
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Title 2-COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES
CHAPTER 1.-ADVISORY COMMISSIONS;COMMITTEES BOARDS COALITION
2-1-1.—�dvisory Commissions. _ Commented[EK1]:Updated provisions create categories
for City boards and groups:
A.All advisory commissions. The following provisions shall apply to all city-advisory commissions,which 1.Advisory commissions. Established/operate per City
shall be defined as commissions created by City Council for the purpose of advising the Mayor and Citv Code+focus general City functions Arts,
Historic Preserrvv general
Parks&Rec,Solidd Was
Council on specific subjects,pursuant to and as enumerated in this chapter. Advisory commissions shall Transportation.
include'^^' "^^ the Meridian Arts Commission,the Historic Preservation 2.Statutory commissions. Established/operate per Idaho
Commission,the Parks and Recreation Commission,Planning and Zening Commission,the Solid Waste Code+focus on statutorily enumerated functions-e.g.,
Advisory Commission,and the Transportation Commission. Planning&Zoning Commission,Impact Fee Committee.
3.Ad hoc committees. Established/operate informally as
needed+focus on specific objective or interest area-
B.A. r°^•,�„sien .Creation of advisory commissions. e.g.,MYAC,dog park committee,UTV committee.
4.5tanding committees. Established/operate per City
Code+focus on specific City actions-e.g.,Assessments
.dfi.. „l Teets established fee the r„ — � Review Committee.
Commented[EK2]:Moved to 2-1-1(C)(1)
2 Advisory Commissions ;hall "a mr he rrparccr'^a+^'�'^,+^rl may be established by ordinance, and may be
eliminated by repealing the establishing ordinance. and appFeyed by the r'+••Gewnei^�
Commented[EK3]:Covered by Idaho Code(Open
immited t aki..,...F...i..IIte-1;ARGI Shall be open to the publie t atteRd. Meetings Law)
13.� The-City Council may eliminate any carnmission at any time by Fepealing the cernmissien's _ Commented[EK4]:Consolidated with 2-1-1(B)(2),above.
-.L l' -....J i..-....... ..I..«a different procedure ure*5 FeqUiFed by the Idaho rode
C$. ReLes and Duties and authorit advisor Commissians. Commented[EKS] Reworded and made uniform
1. throughout Title.
The advisory commissions shall be
recommending bodies,and shall make recommendations to the Mayor and City Council,
within the scope of each commission's respective duties,as set forth in this chapter.AI(
;irt*mns ef the shall he subject to approval by the MayGF and City Ceuncil and
afteF s ch a ,-,I;hall ham.,..+hP ferrP and Pff.ct ef+his+i+l..
122IEach advisory commission shall adopt bylaws for the proper conduct of the commission's_ , Commented[EK6]:Moved these provisions to this
business.All commission bylaws are subiect to approval by the Mayor and City Council after section for all advisory commissions to promote uniformity
recommendation by the Commission. and eliminate redundancy:
-Bylaws
-Chair/vice chair
3. Annually,each advisory commission shall elect a chair and vice chair,who shall serve in such .Annual report
roles for twelve(12)months. Added prohibitions for Commissioners:
-Entering into contracts(including verbal agreements)on
-4. AnnuGl repert.T*w—ln addition to duties set forth in the respective commission bylaws,the Citys behalf
C;AR;...i«i^^rhamr chair of each commission shall submit an annual report to the Mayor and -Applying for grants
City Council regarding the Commission's activities and accomplishments iR the -Entering private property
ef the ebjeetives ef this tifle-This shall Rat apply to the Planning and Zoning Commission.
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5.Volunteer commissioners are not and shall not be authorized to enter into anv contract on
behalf of the City,to apply for or accept anv grant or other funds on behalf of the City,or
to make any verbal or written agreement binding the commission or the City.Subject to
City policy, City staff may apply for or accept grant or other funds on behalf of the City
and/or in the name of a commission or committee.
6. Volunteer commissioners are not and shall not be authorized to enter private property,
buildings,or structures in the performance of their official duties without the prior,express
consent of the owner or occupant thereof.
Advisory commissions and the respective commissioners thereof shall comply with the Idaho_, Commented[EK7]:Update clarifies which bodies are
open meetings laws,Idaho Public Records Act,and Idaho Ethics in Government laws. subject to Idaho Code Title 74,Transparent and Ethical
Government(open meetings,public records,governmental
DAdvisory commission membership and qualifications. _ _ _ — — — — — ethics).
— — — — — — — — — — — — —
Commented[EK8]:Moved these provisions to this
1. Appeintment.Commission members shall be appointed by the Mayor and approved by the section for all advisory commissions to promote uniformity
City Council on a vote of a majority of the City Council members,and commission members and eliminate redundancy:
-Appointment
may,in like manner,be removed or replaced. -Size
-Minimum age
2. fize.'^ ^''^^^Each commission shall consist of up to nine(9)members. -Commissioners are volunteers(uncompensated)
-Commissioner term is 3 years
3. Commissioners shall be that ape over eighteen (18) years of age, at the time of -Youth commissioner term is lyear
-Process for partial terms
appointment, •.,414 except that one (1) member whe—of each commission may be .Process for vacancies
designated to represent youth, which commissioner ^�„�"^•-_may be at the '^^ e -Process for additional terms of service
ntment,under eighteen(18)years of age. -Attendance requirements
-City staff assignments to support commissions
34. Gempensetien.All Commission members and the officers thereof shall be volunteers,and
shall serve the City without salaFy-eFcompensation for their such service eR the
eemmmssmeR.This shall not apply to paid eity 9F athe City staff appointed to
a commission within the scope of their employment eR commissien5 as PaFt of theiF••eFk
45. Terms.^"'^^^' '^^terms Each commissioner's term shall be€er4laerie, - three(3)
years.except that each youth commissioner's term shall be eme"`pesitien that Rgay be
commission mb shall a fAF a term of one(1)year.
to the passage ef this title Fnay serve the full Wpm that they wepe appeiRted te Wtially and
the R ...I.eF of t.pms shall.. t be counted t..•.aFd aRy u6.s....ueRt IimitatieRs
-56. Porgail tpr,,^ ;. CA commissioners may be appointed to a partial term •••",.,e they aFe
Rtod to fill an existing seat that has been varated due te Fesignatien er Fomevai
to complete a vacating
commissioner's term,or when a new seat is established« ..'I,.•„the tPFM,
align with the ethese-ats en theremmissien'sed PaFtial term
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Commented[EK9]:Moved to Title 1
7 &TiFat en^f ter• s Gnei •`"'"^^REA FnFROSSieR teFFR expi Fes If a commission
seat is or will be vacant,the Mayor's Office shall publicly notice the opportunity to apply
for the seat .The
incumbent commissioner may reapply for the same seat.AppeiRtments shall be^'^^^
rinrr,ril.^rd iR this S..,.tiGR
8 Successivete.,,term Commissioners may serve up to two (2) consecutive full terms-,-apd
'•ldiR EIRY PaFtial teFFn they FRay SeFVe PFOOF W appOiRtMeRt tO a Fall t , without
separate approval.A third or all-successive terms must be approved by a unanimous vote
of the full City Council uRiess^t"^r vise^r^••'ded by la••^r^ra'^A^e^ A partial term shall
not count as a term for the purpose of this provision.
9. TerminGtien. Any May have theiF appointment terminated in the Same
rnanneF as they weFe elected unless reqLliFed etl...r..,ise by law.Additionally, The mayor
shall remove any commissioner that who misses one-half('/:)of the meetings that are held
by the commission to which such commissioner was appointed jin any
shall have their appointment autematmeally teFFniRat^acalendar yeah as of December 31._ � Commented[EK10]:Clarified to avoid confusion,aid
tracking,and provide clean slate at each new calendar year.
10. CAy stGff n9ember-s.The City Attorney eF designee shall be assig.n.Pd.to each.rAlTIFFIisSiGn
tO PFOVide legal advice and oversight,and a designated staff rnpmhpr ;hall be assigned tG
�,.1.,. ..to provide administrative and^ ratienal s ert
Budget;expenditures;staff support. Commented[EKt t]:Updated for clarity and simplicity.
Reiterates that volunteers may not bind City via contract.
•I A.....FnMirIi..r.May be r.r....ided a budget with the....r.r.yal at the City ca Reil
21. T*e City Council may provide eammissieR's budget may be eFeat^•' funds for an advisory
commission's activities through the legally ed budgetary process and. dote--^miMe^'
by the Idahe Code, Meridian city ordinance or eity pelicy Fnay receipt and expend fundsT
..r I.Gal ........rr..FIeRtr OF Fr..... EiViGand privatesewi:Ees, and may ....r.traet ..,ith these
3. The budget Red aAny expenditures or contracts related to a commission's activities shall be
administered, it the eliemes,by the designated eity depaFtwer--City
staff liaises;member assigned to the commission, subject to City policy� `
red he F^r.,..r,l^,l to the r it.,r^„^ "'^r appFeval. No volunteer commissioner shall
be authorized to enter into contracts on behalf of the City, including those related to
services,goods,or the acceptance of grant funds.
The City Attorney or designee shall be assigned to each commission to provide legal advice_ Commented[EK12]:Moved from membership section,
and support, and designated staff member(s) shall be assigned to each commission to above.
provide administrative and operational support.
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��.Meetings. Regular meetings of advisory commissions shall be held at Meridian City Hall,at Commented[EK73]:Moved this provision to this section
the date and time specified by City Code. If the regular meeting date falls on a holiday, City for all advisory commissions to promote uniformity and
election day,or primary or general election day,the meeting shall be canceled or rescheduled, eliminate redundancy.
as the chair directs. If a quorum of the commission is not available for a regularly scheduled
meeting,the meeting may be postponed to a different date and time,or may be canceled.
Committees,beaF"'`,coalition / Commented[EK14]:Moved to chapter 3(Committees)
A. P�isiens.1. The Mayor has the autheicity to create various committees,boards,task fGFees,or realitieRq te
2. I-IR11-13S GFI-ated by eiadiRaRee 9F statute this type of gFeup shall Ret be subject to the 1dahe Cede
d
title ,n ,.haptep 7 of this Ge-de and the Beard of A.ustmen+Assessments Review Committee
.1..«.i L...,J in thk title
B. ""—mow "'hiir
compensation f.A-.F their SPRoirp mn the rnnqm'#PP Thi-,; shall not apply to paid city or ethe
governmental.staff..en commnittees as part of their work assignme4+t,
4. E)WWGtien of cemmittee er terms ef n4en4beFs. A.committee shall expire when the seepe and
CHAPTER.7 _TRA"ISPOR.TATIl1N CGIN.O.All"'ON
2 7 1. Establishment.
2-1-4.Transportation Commission. Commented[EK75]:Structure for each advisory
�.btablishment;pu rpose.There is hereby established a transportation commission,the commission's code:
purposes of which shall be to provide a forum for cooperation,coordination,planning,and A.Establishment-Why is the commission established?
communication between the City Of A4PFidiaR and#--citizens and organizations concerned with B•Duties and powers-What is the commission authorized
to do?
transportation planning and the safe and e4iri^^t•" Of.,..L. ��I-..RREI...destpiaici tFa4ir- � C.qualifications—Who may serve On the commission?
D.Meetings-When does the commission meet?
Commented[EK16]:Reworded for clarity and uniformity
DepaFtmeRt with other advisory commissions'provisions.
u l • "t c^ t" '^ Idaho"'^"^°Acc`,and to advise the Mayor,City Council,and City staff on matters
regarding transportation in Meridian.
7 72 Di ties and p
A. mmission B. Outiesand _Ow_ers. The Transportation eere+wi5— — Commented[EK17]:Reworded and reformatted for
Commission shall be authorized to support,provide input.represent the public interest,and make clarity and uniformity with other advisory commissions'
recommendations to the Mayor,City Council,and City staff regarding: provisions.
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1.
Policies, programs, and issues related to Ttraffic &safety and Ttransportation
",.attelPSmatters affecting Meridian.
Commented[EKISI:This is an operational function of
gene...II.,imPFOVe r..ffi..safety thFG Wgh9 Ht the.. / Transportation Coordinator
32. Reeei•^ Fe view,and get^^ +�aeter irtMotorist,pedestrian,and bicyclist concerns or
issues referred to the commission by City Council, other political bodies, or Citv
staffer^ ^mot f^rt� ^ ^' ^ '"^^,that relate to transportation safety-ef-t4c
tFayeline publi^
14 €_va;ate and r•_ e_m_;LzR_d to tie Git GRril;a,M _^,^_ W t4ie t*aff*G s4e '
_ _ er_ _ _ _Y-_ew_ _ _ At_ _ _ _ _ �y-� � Commented[EK19]:Moved to below
tr^nspertatien elements of the City'^ rehen .e plan be necessary.
rj3 Compile and r nd to City Council annually a list of tAn annual list of the
highest priority roadway,intersection,bicycle and pedestrian improvement projects
for inclusion in state,regional and local transportation funding programs,such as the
Community Planning Association of Southwest Idaho (COMPA551 long range
transportation plan, Ada County Highway District (ACHDI's capital improvements
plan,and Idaho Transportation Department(ITDI's long range vision/plan.
Ia4. RPv'Pw end rnal(p r^^^^^^p '^t'^pr to City C^Un^"^p tThe annual budget and five-
year work plan(FYWP)prepared by the Ada County Highway District(ACHDI.
Commented[EK20]:Deleted because covered above
19. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _FegaFdiRg_publie_ _ _ _ _ _ _ Commented[EK21]:Deleted because covered above
eI .Jip..tr sit r— —
Commented[EK22]:Moved to/reworded in subsection 2
by City Council,other political belie city staff-. above
5.Matters relevant to the commissions purpose In provisions of the City Comprehensive
Plan and other planning processes undertaken by local,State,or Federal agencies.
O 7 4 f1 AemL.errhip.,. al OfO,.RVORr
C.Qualifications. All members of the Transportation Commission shall have an interest,
competence,or knowledge in matters relating to transportation planning and traffic safety.
Commission membership shall be comprised of:Four(4)Meridian citizens residing within city
limits,one position of which may be designated to represent youth;three(3)Meridian business
owners or employees of a business in Meridian;and two(2)individuals with technical expertise
and/or education in a transportation related field.The four(4)Meridian citizens should,if
possible,represent different geographic areas of Meridian.T4e-4*46�nNonvoting ex officio
members shall he made-ep-ef-include representatives from the McFi iaR sit.,CawReil nrun
ITrI COMPASS VDT and/er Me-FidL,p leipt f.A.eel Dirtri.•t 7 staff.the Ada County Highway
District,Idaho Transportation Department,Community Planning Association of Southwest
Idaho,Valley Regional Transit,and West Ada School District.
h 7 n, Qrganizatien — Commented[EK23]:Moved to Meridian City Code
A. Officers.At N. ealeRdaF year,the Af the tpaRspeFtatieR Ce_.— section 2-1-1(C)
The Cemmissiep may Fequest e from♦I...Cit.,Clerl.
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T
D.Meetings. The Transportation Commission shall convene regular meetings at Meridian City
Hall,33 East Broadway Avenue,Meridian,Idaho,each month h at 3:30 p.m.,on the first Monday
of each month.iu rless the FistFneetiRg of......L.....I.....J-..,eap the!^.....MiSSOAR ShAlI ;Ig'igh
the busiRess Af the C,...,..,issieR L Commented[EK24]:Covered by Open Meetings Laws.
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Title 2-COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES
CHAPTER 1. -ADVISORY COMMISSIONS.
2-1-1.—Advisory Commissions.
A.All advisory commissions. The following provisions shall apply to all advisory commissions,which shall
be defined as commissions created by City Council for the purpose of advising the Mayor and City
Council on specific subjects, pursuant to and as enumerated in this chapter. Advisory commissions shall
include the Meridian Arts Commission,the Historic Preservation Commission,the Parks and Recreation
Commission,the Solid Waste Advisory Commission, and the Transportation Commission.
B. Creation of advisory commissions. Advisory Commissions may be established by ordinance, and may be
eliminated by repealing the establishing ordinance.
C. Duties and authority of advisory commissions.
1. The advisory commissions shall be recommending bodies, and shall make recommendations to
the Mayor and City Council, within the scope of each commission's respective duties, as set forth
in this chapter.
2. Each advisory commission shall adopt bylaws for the proper conduct of the commission's
business. All commission bylaws are subject to approval by the Mayor and City Council after
recommendation by the Commission.
3. Annually, each advisory commission shall elect a chair and vice chair,who shall serve in such roles
for twelve (12) months.
4. In addition to duties set forth in the respective commission bylaws, the chair of each commission
shall submit an annual report to the Mayor and City Council regarding the Commission's activities
and accomplishments.
5. Volunteer commissioners are not and shall not be authorized to enter into any contract on behalf
of the City, to apply for or accept any grant or other funds on behalf of the City, or to make any
verbal or written agreement binding the commission or the City. Subject to City policy, City staff
may apply for or accept grant or other funds on behalf of the City and/or in the name of a
commission or committee.
6. Volunteer commissioners are not and shall not be authorized to enter private property, buildings,
or structures in the performance of their official duties without the prior, express consent of the
owner or occupant thereof.
7. Advisory commissions and the respective commissioners thereof shall comply with the Idaho
open meetings laws, Idaho Public Records Act, and Idaho Ethics in Government laws.
D. Advisory commission membership and qualifications.
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1. Commission members shall be appointed by the Mayor and approved by the City Council on a
vote of a majority of the City Council members, and commission members may, in like manner,
be removed or replaced.
2. Each commission shall consist of up to nine (9) members.
3. Commissioners shall be over eighteen (18) years of age at the time of appointment, except that
one (1) member of each commission may be designated to represent youth,which commissioner
may be under eighteen (18)years of age.
4. All Commission members and the officers thereof shall be volunteers, and shall serve the City
without compensation for such service. This shall not apply to City staff appointed to a
commission within the scope of their employment.
5. Each commissioner's term shall be three (3) years, except that each youth commissioner's term
shall be one (1)year.
6. A commissioner may be appointed to a partial term to complete a vacating commissioner's term,
or when a new seat is established.
7. If a commission seat is or will be vacant, the Mayor's Office shall publicly notice the opportunity
to apply for the seat.The incumbent commissioner may reapply for the seat.
8. Commissioners may serve up to two (2) consecutive full terms without separate approval.A third
or successive term must be approved by a unanimous vote of the full City Council. A partial term
shall not count as a term for the purpose of this provision.
9. The mayor shall remove any commissioner who misses one-half (%) of the meetings held by the
commission to which such commissioner was appointed in any calendar year, as of December 31.
E. Budget;expenditures;staff support.
1. City Council may provide funds for an advisory commission's activities through the budgetary
process.
2. Any expenditures or contracts related to a commission's activities shall be administered by the
designated City staff member assigned to the commission, subject to City policy. No volunteer
commissioner shall be authorized to enter into contracts on behalf of the City, including those
related to services, goods, or the acceptance of grant funds.
3. The City Attorney or designee shall be assigned to each commission to provide legal advice and
support, and designated staff member(s) shall be assigned to each commission to provide
administrative and operational support.
F. Meetings. Regular meetings of advisory commissions shall be held at Meridian City Hall, at the date
and time specified by City Code. If the regular meeting date falls on a holiday, City election day,or primary
or general election day,the meeting shall be canceled or rescheduled, as the chair directs. If a quorum of
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the commission is not available for a regularly scheduled meeting, the meeting may be postponed to a
different date and time, or may be canceled.
2-1-4.Transportation Commission.
A. Establishment;purpose. There is hereby established a transportation commission,the purposes of
which shall be to provide a forum for cooperation, coordination, planning, and communication between
the City and citizens and organizations concerned with transportation planning, and to advise the
Mayor, City Council, and City staff on matters regarding transportation in Meridian.
B. Duties and powers. The Transportation Commission shall be authorized to support, provide input,
represent the public interest, and make recommendations to the Mayor, City Council, and City staff
regarding:
1. Policies, programs, and issues related to traffic safety and transportation matters affecting
Meridian.
2. Motorist, pedestrian, and bicyclist concerns or issues referred to the commission by City Council,
other political bodies, or City staff that relate to transportation safety.
3. An annual list of the highest priority roadway, intersection, bicycle and pedestrian improvement
projects for inclusion in state, regional and local transportation funding programs, such as the
Community Planning Association of Southwest Idaho (COMPASS) long range transportation plan,
Ada County Highway District (ACHD)'s capital improvements plan, and Idaho Transportation
Department (ITD)'s long range vision/plan.
4. The annual budget and five-year work plan (FYWP) prepared by the Ada County Highway District
(ACHD).
5. Matters relevant to the commission's purpose in provisions of the City Comprehensive Plan and
other planning processes undertaken by local, State, or Federal agencies.
C. Qualifications. All members of the Transportation Commission shall have an interest, competence, or
knowledge in matters relating to transportation planning and traffic safety. Commission membership
shall be comprised of: Four(4) Meridian citizens residing within city limits, one position of which may be
designated to represent youth;three (3) Meridian business owners or employees of a business in
Meridian; and two (2) individuals with technical expertise and/or education in a transportation related
field.The four(4) Meridian citizens should, if possible, represent different geographic areas of Meridian.
Nonvoting ex officio members shall include representatives from the Ada County Highway District, Idaho
Transportation Department, Community Planning Association of Southwest Idaho, Valley Regional
Transit, and West Ada School District.
D. Meetings. The Transportation Commission shall convene regular meetings at Meridian City Hall, 33
East Broadway Avenue, Meridian, Idaho, at 3:30 p.m., on the first Monday of each month.
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Item 3.
CITY OF MERIDIAN RESOLUTION NO. '
BY THE CITY COUNCIL: BIRD,BORTON, CAVENER,
MILAM,PALMER,LITTLE ROBERTS
E
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MERIDIAN APPROVING THE BYLAWS OF THE MERIDIAN TRANSPORTATION
COMMISSION AS AMENDED ON MARCH 7, 2016, AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. I
WHEREAS,pursuant to Meridian City Code section 2-7-4(B), at its meeting on March
7, 2016, the Meridian Transportation Commission voted to recommend to City Council that it
approve the "Bylaws of the Transportation Commission as Amended on March 7, 2016," E
attached hereto as Exhibit A;
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Meridian deems the approval of such
bylaws to be in the best interest of the City of Meridian in that they facilitate the efficient
operation of the Meridian Transportation Commission;
NOW THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MERIDIAN, IDAHO:
Section 1. That the City Council of the City of Meridian hereby approves the Bylaws of
the Meridian Transportation Commission as Amended on March 7, 2016, attached hereto as
Exhibit A.
Section 2. That this Resolution shall be in full force and effect immediately upon its
adoption and approval.
ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Meridian, Idaho, this l!5 day of March,
2016.
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BYLAWS of the MERIDIAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
AS AMENDED on March 7, 2016
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WHEREAS, pursuant to Meridian City Code section 2-7-4(B), the Transportation
Commission is required to adopt bylaws, rules and regulations for the proper conduct of the
business of the commission;
WHEREAS, on September 17, 2013, the City Council of the City of Meridian adopted
Resolution no. 13-944, which effectuated the previous iteration of the Bylaws of the Meridian
Transportation Commission;
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WHEREAS, at its regular meeting on March 7, 2016, the Meridian Transportation
Commission voted to recommend that the Commission's bylaws be amended and updated as set
forth herein;
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NOW,THEREFORE,the Meridian Transportation Commission hereby establishes and
adopts the following bylaws.
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ARTICLE I: INTENT
The intent in preparing and adopting these bylaws is to provide a framework for the
organization, actions, and agenda of the Meridian Transportation Commission (hereinafter
"Commission").
ARTICLE II: OFFICE
The principal location of the Commission shall be at the Office of the City Clerk, 33 E.
Broadway, Meridian, Idaho.
ARTICLE III: MEMBERSHIP
SECTION 1: TERMS OF OFFICE. In keeping with provisions of Meridian City Code
regarding commissioners' terms of office, there are hereby designated nine membership seats on
the Commission. The cormnissioner appointed to Seats 1, 2, and 3 shall serve an initial term of
one (1) year. The commissioner appointed to Seat 4 shall be designated to represent Meridian's
youth and shall serve a term of one (1) year, which term shall expire on August 31 of each year.
The commissioner appointed to Seats 5, 6, and 7 shall each serve an initial term of two (2) years.
The commissioner appointed to Seats 8, and 9 shall each serve an initial term of three (3) years.
Following the initial term, each commissioner, with the exception of the commissioner appointed
to Seat 4, shall serve a term of three (3) years.
SECTION 2: Ex-OFFICIO MEMBERS. There shall be up to six (6) nonvoting ex officio
members appointed to the commission made up of representatives from the Meridian City
Council, ACHD, ITD, COMPASS, VRT, and/or Meridian Joint School District#2 staff. The
representative from the Meridian City Council serves as both a liaison to the Council and as a
nonvoting ex-officio member.
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SECTION 3: SUBCOMMITTEES. The Commission Chair, with the Commission's approval,
may establish such subcommittees as necessary or helpful to assist or advise the Commission in
the performance of its functions and/or furtherance of its mission. Meetings of subcommittees
shall comply with any and all applicable public meetings laws. Each subcommittee shall consist w
of at least two (2) commissioners. Unless a subcommittee chair is appointed by the Commission
Chair, each subcommittee shall elect a chair to preside at subcommittee meetings and present the
findings and/or recommendations of the subcommittee to the Commission. The Commission
Chair, subcommittee chair, and/or Mayor may appoint citizens or public officials to serve as
members of subcommittees.
SECTION 4: QUORUM. According to the provisions of Meridian City Code, a majority of
currently-appointed commissioners shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of any business
of the Commission.
SECTION S:VOTING. Each commissioner shall be entitled to one (1) vote on any matter
before the Commission. Except as otherwise designated herein, the vote of the majority of the
members present at any meeting at which a quorum is present shall effectuate any decision of the
Commission. The Commission Chair shall be a voting member of the Commission and shall
hold the same rights and privileges as any other cormnissioner. Proxy voting shall not be
permitted.
ARTICLE IV:MEETINGS
SECTION 1: NUMBER AND DATE OF REGULAR MEETINGS. According to the provisions of
Meridian City Code,regular meetings of the Commission shall be held on the first Monday of
each month at 3:30 p.m. In the event that the first Monday of any particular month falls on a
City-recognized holiday, the meeting for that month shall be held on the second Monday.
SECTION 2: SPECIAL MEETINGS. Special meetings may be convened by or at the
direction of the Chair by notifying the Commission in the manner specified herein.
SECTION 3:PLACE OF MEETINGS. Unless otherwise specified, meetings of the
Commission shall be held in the City Council Chambers at Meridian City Hall, 33 E. Broadway,
Meridian, Idaho.
SECTION 4:NOTICE OF MEETINGS. Unless otherwise prescribed by statute,
commissioners shall be provided written notice of meetings, which notice shall state the date,
hour, and location thereof, and shall further state the purpose of the meeting, business to be
transacted, and/or agenda. The City Clerk's Office shall issue notice to each and every
commissioner not less than forty-eight(48) hours, nor more than thirty (30) days prior to the
meeting. Notice may be issued by e-mail, U.S. Post, and/or personally, by or at the direction of
the Chair or the Chair's delegee.
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SECTION 5: LENGTH OF MEETINGS. No meeting shall run longer than two (2) hours
unless a majority vote of the quorum approves the extension of such time limit as to a particular
meeting.
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SECTION 6: CONDUCT OF MEETINGS. The Commission shall operate under the precepts
of Robert's Rules of Order. The order of business for meetings of the Commission shall be as
follows: 1) call to order; 2)roll call; 3) adoption of the agenda; 4) approval of minutes of G
previous meeting(s); 5) old business; 6) new business; 7) next meeting; 8) adjournment. The
agenda shall be followed to the extent possible, but other matters may be considered upon vote t
of the majority of the members present at any meeting at which a quorum is present. The Chair
may set rules to maximize efficiency and productivity of meetings, including setting a time limit
for presentations and/or comments to the Commission.
SECTION 7: AGENDA. The agenda for all meetings of the Commission shall be prepared
by the City Clerk's Office in consultation with the Commission Chair and Community
Development Department staff. Agenda items may be proposed to the Clerk, Commission Chair,
and/or Community Development staff by any commissioner or any member of the public and
may be placed on the agenda, provided that adequate notice of such item has been provided as
set forth herein. Agenda items not proposed by 5:00 p.m. on the Tuesday preceding the regular
meeting, or forty-eight (48)hours before a special meeting shall be considered at any meeting at
which a quorum is present only upon vote of the majority of the members present.
SECTION 8:MINUTES. Minutes and/or records of the business conducted at all meetings
of the Commission or any subcommittee thereof shall be kept by the City Clerk's Office and
shall be open for public inspection. The minutes of each meeting shall be forwarded to each
commissioner prior to the regular meeting at which such minutes are subject to approval by the
Commission.
ARTICLE V: OFFICERS
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SECTION 1:DESIGNATION. According to the provisions of Meridian City Code, officers
of the Commission shall include the Commission Chair and Commission Vice-Chair. Other
officers may be elected as necessary or desirable for the efficient administration of the
Commission if a majority of the Commission so decides.
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SECTION 2: TERM AND ELECTION. Election of officers shall be by voice vote and,
according to the provisions of Meridian City Code, shall be held at the first regularly scheduled
meeting after January 1 of each year. A special election may be held at any time to fill a vacancy
of office. An officer who fails or refuses to fulfill the duties of his or her office may be removed
from the office by a two-thirds (2/3) majority vote of the full Commission at a special election.
SECTION 3: DUTIES OF CHAIR. The Commission Chair shall prepare meeting agendas in
cooperation with the Community Development Department staff and the City Clerk's Office,
shall preside over all full Commission meetings, shall sign all documents requiring an official
signature on behalf of the Commission, including its annual report, and shall present the
Commission's annual report, and other reports as may be necessary, to the Mayor and City
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Council. The Chair shall recommend, for the Commission's approval,the formation of
subcommittees and the appointment of commissioners, citizens, and/or public officials thereto.
The decisions, statements, and/or actions of the Chair shall obligate, commit, and/or represent
the Commission only insofar as the Commission has specifically authorized.
SECTION 4: DUTIES OF VICE-CHAIR. The Commission Vice-Chair shall perform the
duties of the Chair in the absence of the Chair and shall perform such other duties as may be
delegated by the Commission Chair. y
ARTICLE VI: AMENDMENT OF BYLAWS
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As provided in-Meridian City Code,the Commission may recommend to the Mayor and
City Council that these bylaws be altered, amended, added to, or repealed.
ARTICLE VXX:ADOPTION AND EFFECTIVE DATE
The Commission adopted the foregoing bylaws at its regular meeting on March 7,2016.
These bylaws shall be effective upon their ratification by resolution of the City Council of the
City of Meridian.
Adopted by the Meridian Transportation Commission on March 7,2016.
Tracy opkins, Chair
Meridian Transportation Commission
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MEMORANDUM E COMMUNITY
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT A H O
May 1, 2024
TO: City of Meridian Transportation Commission
CC: David Miles, Chief of Staff
Caleb Hood, Deputy Director Planning and Development
Hether Hill, Long-Range Associate Coordination Planner
FROM: Brian McClure, Long-Range Planning Supervisor
RE: Locust Grove and Amity Project History and Status
The Locust Grove and Amity intersection project has gone through a variety of status and scope
changes since the original design effort was kicked off in January of 2021. Other Integrated Five
Year Work Plan (IFYWP)projects north, east, and west of the intersection are identified as
"future", with no planned construction year. There is no project identified south of the
intersection in the IFYWP.
Originally scoped and intended as an interim build, the intersection project has struggled with
existing conditions such as irrigation, drainage, a large number of high impact trees, and a cell
tower in close proximity (approved in the County and which the City strongly opposed). The
project has also had to contend with misleading results in long-range transportation modeling
(existing entitlements skewed by regional forecast housing distribution), well-intended scope
creep, right-of-way acquisition issues, and an inherent struggle balancing needs of the local
community while addressing pressure and impacts of regional commuters.
The City has actively advocated for an interim or phased intersection project, and for a design
that doesn't preclude future right-of-way preservation of up to 5-lanes north on Locust Grove.
On April 3rd, 2024, Mayor Simison sent a letter again requesting that ACHD advance an interim
intersection project and invited ACHD staff to be available for discussion at the May 6th, 2024
Transportation Commission meeting. The City understands that existing conditions will result in
a comparatively more expensive interim project, but believe that a phased approach with
balanced impacts is more appropriate for the local community, and that more costly existing
condition elements of the project would benefit a future ultimate build.
General Intersection Project Timeline:
• 2021/01: City staff invited to interim intersection project kick off.
• 2021/06: After initial design work and site inspection, interim project is shelved.
• 2021/10: City staff invited to a new project to design ultimate configuration.
• 2022/01: Traffic Analysis recommendation and ACHD project team select a phased dual
lane roundabout design that accommodates future potential widening north.
Community Development. 33 E.Broadway Avenue,Meridian,ID 83642 30
Phone 208-884-5533 . Fax 208-888-6854 . www.meridiancity.org
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• 2022/12: City staff are informed that a new ACHD project team have selected a smaller
multi-lane roundabout to move forward(two-lanes east-west and one-lane north-south)
with no phased expansion.
• 2023/05: ACHD kicks off an expanded project to include previously selected multi-lane
roundabout intersection, along with Amity Road widening west to Meridian Road.
• 2023/08, ACHD staff announce a project pause pending discussion with the ACHD
Commission.
• 2023/12,ACHD staff inform City staff of indefinite pause pending direction by the
ACHD Commission to restart the project.
Note: timeline only reflects decisions and status updates that the City was involved or informed
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Mayor Robert E. Simison Item 4.
City Council Members:
E IDIAN Liz Strader,Vice President
Doug Taylor
E) A H O John Overton
Anne Little Roberts
Luke Cavener
April 3, 2024
The Honorable Alexis Pickering
President
Ada County Highway District
3775 Adams Street
Garden City, ID 83714
Dear Commission President Pickering,
Our community has and continues to advocate for road and intersection improvements as a top
priority, and we appreciate the recent road widening efforts that the Ada County Highway District
(ACHD)has made including on Locust Grove, south of Overland. However, with the changes made
to Locust Grove Road, Meridian is now seeing changes in traffic patterns causing expanded activity
and safety concerns at the intersection of Amity and Locust Grove.
As you are aware, the City has sent several previous letters advocating for an interim intersection
facility at Amity and Locust Grove Roads. While the buildout design work was understood to have
been paused pending additional outreach, the resulting activity and safety concerns from the Locust
Grove widening to the north are creating new challenges. Specifically,the congestion during peak
activity is precluding safe entry and exit of the neighborhoods, and the increased traffic makes
uncontrolled crossing near the intersection particularly unsafe for bicycle and pedestrian users.
While Meridian fully supports the continued study and public visioning of a future buildout of the
intersection, the City is once again asking for more expedient interim facilities. The City understands
that an interim facility in this location must address a number of complex site challenges,but short-
term efforts now would not be wasted later,particularly as any final solution does not currently
include any funding in ACHD's Five-Year Work Plan. Additionally, an interim facility would also
provide time and opportunities for the acquisition of additional right-of-way through redevelopment.
I have asked the Meridian Transportation Commission to add this item to their agenda during their
May meeting. Please ensure the appropriate staff member from ACHD is present to have a
discussion regarding the current status of the Amity and Locust Gove intersection and how it
pertains to this request.
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Thank you for continuing to make needed investments in Meridian. If there are any questions
regarding this request,please feel free to contact Brian McClure, Long-Range Planning Supervisor,
at 208-884-5533.
ncerely,
Robert . Si ison
Mayor
cc: ACHD Commissioners
Bruce Wong, Director, ACHD
Justin Lucas, ACHD Deputy Director, Planning and Projects
Caleb Hood, City of Meridian Deputy Directory, Community Development
Mayor's Office . 33 E.Broadway Avenue,Meridian,ID 83642 33
Phone 208-489-0529 . www.meridiancity.org
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Agenda Topic on the Transportation Commission Agenda
From: Caleb Hood Meeting Date: May 6, 2024
Topic: ACHD Master Street Map Changes -Arterial Corridor Preservation
During the April Transportation Commission meeting, Staff shared information on the ACHD
Master Street Plan, Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) and a summary of recent communications
the City had with ACHD on preserving for more than 3-lanes on section-line arterial roadways.
Staff will be back on May 6th to further that conversation.
ACHD is contemplating changes to the Master Street Plan and is seeking City input. In general,the
City Council has requested that ACHD plan to preserve for section line arterials to accommodate 5
travel lanes. There are some potential exceptions to that request. Staff will walk through the
Master Street Map and discuss potential change requests with the TC during the May 6th meeting
that can then be shared with Council and eventually ACHD via letter.
During the May 6th meeting, Staff seeks TC action - a recommendation to Council to consider
changes to the ultimate right-of-way preservation for arterials in Meridian and our Planning Area.
Here is a link to the Master Street Plan/Map: httl2s:llwww.achdidaho.org/12rojectslachd-
plans Imaster-street-plan
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MEMO TO TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
Agenda Topic on the Transportation Commission Agenda
From: Hether Hill Meeting Date: May 6, 2024
Topic: Staff Communications
Below are summaries of relevant correspondences received by City Staff since the last TC meeting.
From: James Craft <jcraft@alumni.nmt.edu>
Sent: Friday, April 12, 2024 9:46 PM
To: planninginquiries<planning@meridiancity.org>
Subject: Traffic Congestion at Ten Mile Crossing
External Sender-Please use caution with links or attachments.
To whom it may concern,
The traffic congestion at Ten Mile Crossing has become a major problem, especially with the opening of
Scheels. Longer commutes, frustration, and overwhelmed roads are now the norm, particularly on Ten
Mile Road and the nearby 1-84 exit. It's surprising how this increase in traffic wasn't expected or planned
for properly. Now, with Scheels adding to the chaos, things have only gotten worse. The Ten Mile
interchange is struggling to keep up, and there doesn't seem to be any relief in sight. Even minor
incidents, like a fender bender on the offramp to Ten Mile Road, can cause huge traffic jams stretching
all the way back onto 1-84. And that stoplight at S. Vanguard Way only makes things worse. Honestly,
dealing with this chaos every day is exhausting. Many of us have to avoid the Ten Mile Exit after 3pm,
taking longer routes through Meridian Road and surface streets just to get home. But it's not just one
party to blame.The City of Meridian,Ada County Highway District,and Idaho Transportation Department
all share responsibility for this mess. It's clear that everyone involved needs to step up and fix this before
it gets even worse. We can't keep being stuck in this massive traffic jam. What's being done to ease the
congestion and make our commutes more bearable?
Regards,
James Craft
Meridian Resident: 3736 W Angelica Drive
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From: kevin.kakadelas@vahoo.com <kevin.kakadelas@vahoo.com>
Sent: Sunday, April 28, 2024 10:08 AM
To: Mayor Office Feedback<MayorOff ice Feedback@meridiancity.org>; citycouncil
<citycouncil@meridiancity.org>
Subject: Request for Mayor and Council
Name: Kevin Kakadelas
Email: kevin.kakadelas@vahoo.com
Address: 5264 S Hill Farm Avenue, , Meridian, Idaho, 83642, United States
Subject: round abouts
Message: The round abouts are causing accidents and problems with driving conditions. Signals would
be a better option and not cost as much. People that I speak with say they avoid the roads with round
abouts.
The Mayor's office received a voicemail from Courtney Morris. Ms. Morris expressed concerns over the
plans for the proposed Eagle Rd, Lake Hazel Rd /Amity Rd - Eagle &Taconic Roundabout and requested
that ACHD and the City add a pedestrian tunnel, connecting Century Farm to Sky Mesa/Blackrock. This
would allow children to safely and easily access and cross the road to get to Discovery Park and nearby
elementary schools.
Good morning! I have confirmed with the developer that 5 stop signs have been installed in Knighthill
Center. He has a striper coming to paint the stop bars in the near future. He does not plan any further
changes.
Regards,
Caleb
C. Caleb Hood, AICP I Deputy Director
City of Meridian I Community Development Department
33 E. Broadway Avenue, Meridian, Idaho 83642
Phone: 208.884.5533 1 Fax: 208.489.0572 1 Email: chood@meridiancity.org
All e-mail messages sent to or received by City of Meridian e-mail accounts are subject to the Idaho law,
in regards to both release and retention,and may be released upon request, unless exempt from disclosure by law.
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From: David Miles
Sent: Wednesday, April 24, 2024 3:21 PM
To: Kimberly Lawson <kimberlyiilllawson@gmail.com>; Liz Strader<Istrader@meridiancity.oLg>
Cc: Caleb Hood <chood@meridiancity.org>; hrogson@challengerschool.com
Subject: RE: Traffic Signs Surrounding Challenger Campus
HI Kim,
To Councilwoman Strader's point, the private land owner has met with the highway district (ACHD) and
discussed the topic. Given that this is private development/land, ACHD will not use public funds for
private property but the developer had committed to installing some signage. Sounds like some of that
has already occurred, which is great!
I will ask our Community Development Department to reach out to the developer asking for some
updates on timing of the additional signage you are referring to, as I know they looked at those areas as
well. Caleb Hood will follow up once he knows any more.
Sincerely,
Dave Miles I Chief of Staff
City of Meridian I Mayor's Office
33 E. Broadway Ave., Meridian, Idaho 83642
Phone: (208) 489-0532 1 Fax: (208) 884-8119
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in regards to both release and retention,and may be released upon request, unless exempt from disclosure by law
From: Kimberly Lawson <kimberlyiilllawson@gmail.com>
Sent: Wednesday, April 24, 2024 11:27 AM
To: Liz Strader<Istrader@meridiancity.org>
Cc: David Miles <dmiles@meridiancity.org>; Caleb Hood <chood@meridiancity.org>;
hrogson@challengerschool.com
Subject: Re: Traffic Signs Surrounding Challenger Campus
Hi Liz,
Thank you for your quick response. As of this morning there are new stop signs on the side streets,
which is wonderful, but they unfortunately won't curb the traffic zooming through the parking lot. Will
be interested to hear if signs are planned for The Dollar Store.
Kim
Sent from Kimberly Lawson's iPhone
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On Apr 24, 2024, at 11:21 AM, Liz Strader<Istrader@meridiancity.org> wrote:
Hi Kim
I am out of the office this week, but will forward to the Mayor's Chief of Staff and Planning Dept. Staff
(cc'd) to provide an update on this issue.
The latest I'd heard was the Dollar store owner was researching what is needed and trying to move
forward in installing signs... but let's hear if there is an update with any specific timing..
Thank you,
Liz
Liz Strader I City Councilwoman
City of Meridian I City Council Office
33 E. Broadway Ave., Meridian, Idaho 83642
Phone: 1 208-546-9501
From: Kimberly Lawson <kimberlyiilllawson@gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, April 23, 2024 9:14:57 AM
To: Liz Strader
Cc: hrogson@challengerschool.com
Subject: Traffic Signs Surrounding Challenger Campus
External Sender- Please use caution with links or attachments.
Hi Liz,
My name is Kimberly Lawson, I'm a resident of Meridian and parent of a third grader at the Challenger
campus on Everest Way.
When dropping off / picking up my daughter from school I've noticed a steady stream of cars driving
through the Dollar Tree parking lot (presumably from Locust Grove) to effectively "cut off" the steady
flow of traffic on the surface street off Chinden leading to W Everest Lane (parallel to the new Blind
Source building). Essentially what occurs is a game of chicken where those that have the right of way are
made to yield to cars zooming through the parking lot because they do not stop.
Not only are there children in the vehicles but as the weather gets warmer, more and more kids (and
adults) are on the street.
Our head of school, Heather Rogson mentioned stops signs had been approved for the Dollar Tree
parking lot. Could you tell us when they'll be installed? I'm hoping it's sooner rather than later as I fear
there will be an accident; and with Blind Source opening it will bring an additional source of traffic.
Thank you,
Kim
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Item 7.
From: Angela Perez <Angela.Perez@doraIidaho.org>
Sent: Tuesday, April 30, 2024 1:45 PM
To: Hether Hill <hhill@meridiancity.org>
Cc: Miquelle Crosland <Miguelle.Crosland@doralidaho.org>; Greg Lindsay
<Greg.Lindsay@doralidaho.org>
Subject: Re: Doral Academy School Zone/Street Crossing Help Needed
External Sender- Please use caution with links or attachments.
Hi Heidi,
Thank you for reaching out. We are very close to implementing a crossing guard program and Kendall
from ACHD was assisting with the timing of the lights. It seems that all other options were not possible
such as an extended school zone, etc.
Are there any other options available to us such as repainting the cross walk or adding a cross walk across
the driveway? I am adding Greg Lindsay as he is leading the implementation of the crossing guard
program and other safety topics.
Thank You,
Angela Perez
Treasurer- Doral Academy of Idaho
Cell: 208-600-2824
From: Hether Hill <hhill@meridiancity.org>
Sent: Tuesday, April 30, 2024 12:31 PM
To: Angela Perez <Angela.Perez @doraIidaho.org>
Cc: Mack Allred <Mack.Allred@doralidaho.org>; Jackie Collins <Jackie.Collins@academicaidaho.com>;
Kendal Fleshman <Kendal.Flesh man @doralidaho.org>
Subject: RE: Doral Academy School Zone/Street Crossing Help Needed
Good afternoon Angela,
I am the staff liaison to the Meridian Transportation Commission and would like to provide an update to the
Commissioners during an upcoming meeting, if not the next scheduled meeting on May 6t". I understand Doral
Academy has been in communication with ACHD, specifically Kendall Kemmer, about potential changes to
improve safety of the crossing as well as traffic flow and timing of the school zone.
Have any changes been implemented to address the issues or are there plans in the works to do so? Is there any
coordination I can assist with?
I'm happy to discuss over the phone if that's best. I look forward to hearing from you.
Hether Hill I Long Range Associate Coordination Planner
City of Meridian I Community Development
33 E. Broadway Ave., Suite 102
Meridian, Idaho 83642
Phone: 208-489-0319
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retention,and may be released upon request unless exempt from disclosure by law.
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