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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 -June 3, 2024
OLD BUSINESS [ACTION ITEM]
2. Transportation Project Updates
3. ACHD Master Street Map Changes -Arterial Corridor Preservation
4. Linder Road Concept Study
NEW BUSINESS [ACTION ITEM]
S. Ustick, Owhyee Storm to Black Cat Project Update - Seth Jarsky (ACHD)
6. Ex-Officio Updates
7. September Workshop
8. Staff Communications
FUTURE MEETING TOPICS
9. Lost Rapids/Bird Park
10. Franklin, McDermott to Black Cat Project Update
11. Meridian Intersection Pedestrian Safety (MIPS) Task Force Update
NEXT MEETING -AUGUST 5, 2024
ADJOURNMENT
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Item 1.
Meeting Minutes
Meridian Transportation Commission
Monday, June 3, 2024
Council Chambers— Meridian City Hall • 33 East Broadway Ave., Meridian, Idaho
Roll Call
MEMBERS
0 David Ballard ❑Walter Steed OZach Shoemaker
0 Hoyoon Song ❑X Stephen Lewis OTracy Hopkins
OJared Smith ❑XTom LeClaire ORyan Lancaster
EX-OFFICIO
OJohn Wasson (ACHD) OLila Klopfenstein (COMPASS) ❑Miranda Carson (WASD)
DAlissa Taysom (VRT) OJustin Price (ITD)
OTHERS PRESENT
OCpl. Trevor Weitzel (Police) 0 Tishra Murray (Legal) OCaleb Hood (Comm. Dev.)
OHether Hill (Comm. Dev.)
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. May 6, 2024
Commissioner Lewis noted one typo. Motion to approve as amended by Commissioner
Hopkins, 2nd by Commissioner Ballard- all ayes; passes.
Old Business Items
2. Transportation Projects Update— Hether Hill
Ms. Hill began on Page 6 of the packet and recommended the Commission review the updates
provided in bolded text through page 12. Ms. Hill noted there were no significant updates month
over. There were no further questions or comments from the Commission.
3. ACHD Master Street Map Changes: Arterial Corridor Preservation —Caleb Hood
Mr. Hood requested a recommendation from the Commission to take to City Council on June 181n
in anticipation of sending a formal request from the City to ACHD to amend the Master Street
Map (MSM).The Commission discussed reducing Cherry Lane from the planned 7 lanes to 5 lanes.
Commissioner Lewis would like to see traffic forecasts from COMPASS before considering the
Cherry Lane segment as part of the MSM amendments. The transition of 7 lanes to 5 lanes on
Fairview Avenue/Cherry Lane is currently planned at Linder Road. Mr. Hood emphasized that the
current MSM conversation is about preservation and that the Commission should consider the
transition be at the Meridian Road intersection, rather than Linder Road. Discussion amongst
staff and the Commission ensued and it was decided to review traffic counts and reevaluate this
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road segment at a later time. Commissioner Lewis made a motion to endorse City staff's
recommendations on increasing the 3-lane to 5-lane segments (identified in the packet) in the
MSM but refrained from making any recommendation surround the 5-lane vs. 7-lane segment
on Cherry Lane at this time (neutral), 2nd by Hopkins — ayes from all Commissioners except
Commissioner LeClaire who opposed. Motion passes.
New Business Items [ACTION ITEM]
4. Chinden/Linder Crash Data —Justin Price (ITD)
Mr. Price reviewed 2021, 20222 and 2023 crash data. There were 20 crashes and only one was
due to a U-turn, which was a result of two vehicles in both turning lanes attempting a U-turn at
the same time. There have been no crashes related to proper usage of the U-turn in conjunction
of a northbound vehicle trying to make a right turn. Mr. Price also performed a site visit and
observed the intersection during one of its busier times. There were no questions from the
Commission.
S. Ex-Officio Updates
John Wasson — ACHD is gearing up to do a pedestrian count on Lost Rapids near the new Costco;
ACHD is also in the process in putting in speed humps across County — about 80 of them; chip
sealing begins first week of June, however, it is not planned for Meridian this round.
Lila Klopfenstein — COMPASS continues to work on the high-capacity transit planning and
environmental linkages study (PEL) and the safety action plans; there is a workshop on big data
on Thursday, June 61", if the Commission is interested in attending; Matt Stole, COMPASS'
Executive Director, has announced retirement of February 2025.
Alissa Taysom —Valley Regional Transit (VRT) service changes have officially launched as of June
3rd; there are 100 new bus stops across the Treasure Valley, including an increase to services in
Meridian— new route from The Village to Townsquare Mall.
Justin Price — no additional updates other than the Chinden/Linder crash data presented and
information provided in Transportation Projects Update portion of the packet.
6. Staff Communications
Staff Communications began on page 14 of the packet. In addition to what was published in the
packet, Ms. Hill informed the Commission that 1) ITD would be presenting at the City Council
Work Session on Tuesday, June 4t", to address speed limits on Eagle Road, safety concerns and
any possible solutions; and 2) the Mayor's State of the City address will take place Wednesday,
June 51" at 3:30pm if any of the Commissioners wish to RSVP.
FUTURE MEETING TOPICS
7. Lost Rapids/Bird Park
Next Meeting Date: July 1, 2024
Item 1.
Adjournment; 4:06pm — Motion by Commissioner Hopkins, 2n6 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: July 1, 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-ifvwp 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. It is
anticipated that the Initial Draft of the 2025-2029 IFYWP will be released on July 10th. Public/partner
comment period on the 2025-2029 IFWYP Draft will be July 11th through August 14th,with adoption
planned for September 25tn
Amity Rd and Locust Grove Rd &Amity Road, Meridian to Locust Grove: These projects were
presented to the ACHD Commission on September 13th 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
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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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 in design. Here is a link to the project website: https://engage.achdidaho.org/fairview-
avenue-iericho-road-to-eagle-road
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 20th. 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. Here is a link to the project website: https://engage.achdidaho.org/franklin-road-
mcdermott-road-to-black-cat-road?utm campaign=&utm medium=email&utm source=govDelivery
City Staff Contact: Brian McClure, Community Development
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. Lake Hazel is currently closed in this section
for related improvements.
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
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Linder, Overland to Franklin (Overpass of 1-84): 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; design is complete. 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. The City and ACHD have entered into an agreement to spend the Strategic
Initiative Funds in 2025. City Staff Contact: Caleb Hood, Community Development
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 3 and 5-lane designs with shared roads, roundabout
couplets for improved safety/access with turning restrictions, and enhanced speed mitigation features
to promote school and park access. A traditional 5-lane design with the most property acquisitions is
also being considered. The Transportation Commission recommended a 5-lane option to Council. On
June 18th, 2024 City Council gave general support for a traditional 5-lane option. A support letter to
ACHD is forthcoming. Project Website: https://engage.achdidaho.org/linder-road-pine-avenue-to-
ustick-road. 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% designed. https://engage.achdidaho.org/mcmillan-and-black-cat-intersection
City Staff Contact: Caleb Hood, 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). This project is substantially
completed.
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
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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
Ustick, Owyhee Storm to Black Cat: Widen to two lanes in each direction,with a center turn lane and
median islands where the center turn lane is not needed for access. Project includes 10-foot wide
multi-use pathways on each side, curb and gutter. ROW planned for 2026; construction 2027 in the
current IFYWP. Project cost is estimated at $11M. https://engage.achdidaho.org/ustick-road-owvhee-
storm-aven ue-to-black-cat-road
City Staff Contact: Caleb Hood, Community Development
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): 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 61n; W Cherry Ave, NW 4tn St to Meridian Rd; W Idaho Ave, W 8tn St to N
Meridian Rd; W Maple Ave, W 1st St to N Meridian Rd; W 2nd St, W Cherry Ave to W Cherry Ln; NW 4tn
S, W Broadway Ave to Maple Ave. https://engage.achdidaho.org/2022-residential-capital-maintenance
Segments E Washington Ave, NW 7tn to Meridian Rd; NW 7tn St, W Washington St to middle school
micro-path (currently adding sidewalk, no pavement rehab, could change); and W 6tn 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
Residential Pavement and Pedestrian Improvements (2026): Segments included: VSt 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 8tn 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 121n
City Staff Contact: Hether Hill, Community Development
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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 Protects (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;
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: itdprogects.idaho.gov/pages/shl6corridor Construction underway on the new I-
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. See staff communications for link to video update.
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
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continues now that Meridian's water line is installed. Plan to close and build the new McDermott &
Ustick Intersection May through June 2024. Plan to close and build the McDermott & McMillan
Intersection 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://itdpromects.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
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
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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.idaho.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.
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.
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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.
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
City Council Members: Item 3.
Luke Cavener, President
Liz Strader,Vice President
Brian Whitlock
Doug Taylor
John Overton
Anne Little Roberts
June 20,2024
The Honorable Alexis Pickering
President
Ada County Highway District
3775 Adams Street
Garden City, ID 83714
Dear Commission President Pickering,
In follow-up to the conversation had during the joint ACHD-Meridian meeting held on January 29'and to City
Council's feedback on Tuesday's discussion regarding arterial corridor preservation,the City is officially requesting
changes to the ACHD Master Street Plan(MSP) for all section line arterial roadways within Meridian's Area of City
Impact to preserve for at least five travel lanes,or 100 feet of right-of-way.
Except for segments of Cherry/Fairview and Overland,which are being preserved for 7-lanes(approximately 120
feet of right-of-way),the City requests the following changes to the MSP (see attached map): 7 miles of the
McMillan corridor,between the County line and Locust Grove; 2 miles of the Overland corridor, east of the County
line; 2 miles of S. Eagle Road; 6 miles of the Victory corridor,west of Eagle Road; 5 miles of the Locust Grove
corridor,2 miles south of Chinden and 3 miles south of Victory; 3 miles of Columbia Road, east of Meridian Road;
Amity, east of Eagle Road; and 2 miles of N Meridian Road,north of Ustick. The segment changes requested were
reviewed by Meridian's Transportation Commission and are endorsed by City Council.
Some opportunities have already been lost for right-of-way preservation along some of these segments. However,
opportunity still exists to preserve land area along many section line arterials. In addition to accommodating the
transportation needs of the region,this will assist the City in trying to avoid,as much as possible,the need to remove
neighborhood landscape buffers,homes,businesses and other structures as these segments will someday be
widened. Thank you in advance for considering the ultimate needs for these corridors in your planning efforts and
making needed investments in Meridian.
If there are any questions regarding this request,please feel free to contact Caleb Hood,Deputy Director of
Community Development, at 208-884-5533.
Sincerely,
Robert E. Lson
Mayor
cc: ACHD Commissioners
Meridian City Council
Ryan Head,ACHD Director
Kristy Inselman,ACHD Planning Supervisor
Edinson Bautista,ACHD Senior Transportation Planner
Caleb Hood,Meridian Community Development Deputy Director
Mayor's Office . 33 E.Broadway Avenue,Meridian,ID 83642
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MEMO TO TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
Agenda Topic on the Transportation Commission Agenda
From: Hether Hill Meeting Date: July 1, 2024
Topic: Staff Communications
Below are summaries of relevant correspondences received by City Staff since the last TC meeting.
From: Tara Smith <tsmith@meridiancity.org>
Sent: Wednesday, June 5, 2024 10:42 AM
To: Josh Jones <Ilonesmthome@gmail.com>
Cc: Trevor Weitzel <tweitzel@meridiancity.org>; Caleb Hood <chood@meridiancity.org>
Subject: RE: Baraya Subdivision
Good morning Josh,
I apologize for the delay in responding. I'm going to be out of the office for several weeks for a
surgery, and have a lot of things needing to get ready for my absence. I do remember communicating
with your wife on this issue. I'm aware ACHD conducted a speed and volume study in April of last year
on S. Baraya, but that it did not meet the criteria for traffic calming measures at that time. I have
reached out to my contact at ACHD again recently to gain some insight into the issue from their
perspective but have not heard back yet. However, I know ACHD does, at times, work with
neighborhoods to install calming measures even when criteria is not met,via resident petitions.
What I believe to be part of the issue is the placement of the stop sign itself. S. Baraya is the main drag
through there, while Balance Rock ends at a T intersection at this time. Typically, at a T intersection,
the road that is ending is required to stop/yield to the street that continues. When they add to the
subdivision in the future, I'm certain the plan is to extend Balance Rock on to the west, as evidenced by
the spur road, but for now, the issue could be motorists are disregarding the sign because they don't
believe they should have to stop. I see this in other areas of my job as well...if the average citizen
doesn't understand or see the relevance in a law, they don't tend to follow it. So one of the questions
posed to my ACHD contact is why isn't the stop sign on Balance Rock instead? My best guess is they
were likely trying to slow down straight through traffic on S. Baraya, or they were complying with the
City codes that govern the length a neighborhood street can be without a curve or stop sign. It all goes
to controlling speed, however, I'm a far cry from a traffic engineer.
I know this is a frustrating situation for you and it may take a collaboration of efforts to find a solution,
but in the meantime, for my part, I have assigned an officer to pay that intersection some
attention. He was out there yesterday morning for about an hour and will visit it as time allows to see
if we can curb some of the issue. However, enforcement is very temporary as you well know, because
we simply cannot be there all the time. Since I will be out of the office after tomorrow, I have included
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my Corporal, Trevor Weitzel, on this email so he is in the loop and can be your contact if something
else comes up.
Thankyou!
Tara Smith I Traffic Sergeant
Meridian Police Department
1401 E. Watertower St., Meridian, Idaho 83642
Phone: 208-846-7397 1 Fax: 208-846-7366
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.
From: Josh Jones <jjonesmthome@gmail.com>
Sent: Sunday,June 2, 2024 8:29 PM
To: Tara Smith <tsmith@meridiancity.org>
Subject: Baraya Subdivision
External Sender- Please use caution with links or attachments.
Ma'am,
My name is Josh Jones, and I am reaching out regarding a traffic issue at the corner of Baraya St and W
Balance Rock Dr. My wife, Hannah Jones, has previously emailed you concerning the frequent
violations at this stop sign. The problem has escalated, and now it's a daily occurrence, posing a
significant risk, especially with many children playing in our neighborhood.
Several residents, including myself, are in discussions with the city about installing speed bumps at
stop signs to enhance safety. However, in the meantime, we are urgently requesting the presence of
an officer at this intersection occasionally to enforce the stop sign.
I have numerous videos documenting these violations—approximately 100 currently, with at least 15
more recorded daily. I am willing to share these videos if it helps address the issue and improve safety.
We understand that there are larger issues to handle, but your support in this matter would be greatly
appreciated by our entire community.
Thank you for your attention to this urgent safety concern.
Sincerely,
Josh Jones
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From: Chelssie Oates <chelssieh23@gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, June 13, 2024 5:57 PM
To: Caleb Hood <chood@meridiancity.org>; Trevor Weitzel <tweitzel@meridiancity.org>
Subject: Baraya subdivision stop sign issue
External Sender- Please use caution with links or attachments.
Dwar officer,
I hope this email finds you well. My name is Chelssie, and I serve as the Vice President of the HOA
Board for our subdivision. I'm reaching out to you regarding an issue brought to my attention by one of
our homeowners, concerning instances of stop sign violations in our community.
I understand that you've been working closely with them to address these concerns, and as a board
member, I'm keen to discuss potential solutions with you. Recently, I've been in communication with
AcHD, and they've indicated limitations in implementing changes to the current traffic control
measures, including stop signs, speed bumps, painted lines, and even the possibility of installing a four-
way stop sign.
Before I proceed with formal correspondence to AcHD, outlining our desired revisions, they've advised
us to have a representative assess the site in question. Hence, I'd appreciate the opportunity to
converse with you beforehand to ensure alignment in our approach.
If convenient, could you please reach out to me via phone or email at your earliest convenience? Your
insights and expertise would be invaluable in navigating this matter effectively.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Warm regards,
Chelssie
Cell: 208-921-0844
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