2016 09-121
TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Monday, September 12, 2016 – 3:30 pm
Council Chambers - Meridian City Hall - 33 East Broadway Ave., Meridian, Idaho
1. Roll Call:
Tracy Hopkins Bryan Leisle ___ Luke Cavener (ex-officio)
Ryan Lancaster Ryan Hall ___ Shawn Martin (ex-officio)
Stephen Lewis Jack McGee ___ Toni Tisdale (ex-officio)
David Ballard Lance Baumgartner ___ Tod Morris (ex-officio)
Brent Knezacek Mark Wasdahl (ex-officio) ___ Miranda Carson (ex-officio)
2. Adoption of the Agenda
3. Approval of Minutes from July 18th and August 15th, 2016 Meetings
4. Old Business Items
a. Chateau Traffic Calming
b. Parking Issue at Paramount/Rocky Mountain High School
c. Transportation Projects Update
5. New Business Items
a. Meridian Police Department Status Report
b. Lifestyle Transportation Service Update
c. South Meridian Town Hall Meeting Results
d. Parking Issue on Spring Valley Lane
e. Siena Elementary School Zone
f. Staff Communications
6. Future Meeting Topics
a. Eagle Road Speed Limit Update
b. Meridian Road Speed Study
c. VRT Transit 101
d. US 20/26 Corridor Study
e. Master Mobility Map
7. Next Meeting Date: October 3rd, 2016
8. Adjourn
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Meeting Minutes
Meridian Transportation Commission
September 12, 2016
Council Chambers — Meridian City Hall 0 33 East Broadway Ave., Meridian, Idaho
I. Roll Call
(Meeting called to order at 3:30 pm and roll taken)
X Tracy Hopkins
X Bryan Leisle
p Luke Cavener (ex -officio)
X Ryan Lancaster
X Ryan Hall
X Shawn Martin (ex -officio)
X Stephen Lewis
X Jack McGee
X Toni Tisdale (ex -officio)
X David Ballard
X Lance Baumgartner
X Tod Morris (ex -officio)
p Brent Knezacek
X Mark Wasdahl (ex -officio)
o Miranda Carson (ex -officio)
Others Present: John Wasson (ACHD), Jon Wardle (Brighton), Jane Suggs (W&H Pacific), Mike
Madsen (Citizen), Myron Severson, Andrea Pogue, and Caleb Hood
2. Adoption of the Agenda
Motion by Commissioner McGee, second by Commissioner Ballard — all ayes — motion
carried.
3. Approval of Minutes from July 18t" and August IS, 2016 Meetings
Motion by Commissioner Lewis to adopt minutes with noted corrections, second by
Commissioner McGee — all ayes — motion carried.
4. Old Business
a. Chateau Traffic Calming (memo attached)
Mr. Hood reacquainted the Commission with this agenda item by briefly recapping the topic
and the discussion that took place in August. Mr. Hood was asked by the Commission to
follow-up with the developer on any actions they have taken with ACHD to address traffic
calming near the Brinegar Prairie development, on Chateau. Jane Suggs, the Developer's
representative was in attendance to answer follow-up questions, as was John Wasson from
ACHD. Discussion took place and questions were asked and answered, regarding the traffic
calming condition in the development application. Mr. Matson from the adjacent community
came and expressed concern and a desire to have further action and traffic calming in the
area. The missing piece for any further action for traffic calming in the area is an applicant
from the community to champion a petition for signature and further action by ACHD
No
further action from the Transportation Commission is anticipated.
b. Parking Issue at Paramount/Rocky Mountain High School (memo attached)
Mr. Hood began with a recap of the issue and explained the situation with parking in the
surrounding neighborhood by high school students. During the August meeting potential
solutions were discussed. One suggestion was to close the micro -path, another was to
have limited duration no parking signs installed by ACHD. A letter was sent to the
residents from the developer/HOA (Brighton) regarding the issue and potential solutions.
Mr. Hood cautioned the Commission to consider what closure of the micro path would do
to community access on non -school days. Mr. Hood invited the developer, Brighton, and
their representative Mr. Jon Wardle to the meeting as requested. Mr. Wardle is also a
resident of Paramount so in addition to representing the developer, which also has control
of the HOA, he also personally brings a homeowner's perspective. Mr. Wardle provided an
update on feedback from the residents and stood for any questions from the Commission.
Mr. Wardle's recommendation would be to install limited duration signs in the area. The
school has been contacted by the HOA as well as residents, but the school does not have
the enforcement mechanism to address the issue. ACHD is in support of the sign
installation, and does not require an ACHD commission vote.
Motion was made by Commissioner McGee to have ACHD install limited duration "no
parking" signs in the discussed or expanded area, second by Commissioner Leslie — all ayes
— motion carried.
c. Transportation Projects Update (memo attached; C. Hood)
Mr. Hood directed the Commission to page 16 and page 17 of the packet for project
updates; all new information is in bold. Mr. Hood noted there aren't many updates as it
hasn't been a full month since the last update. However, Caleb did draw the attention of
the Commission to the 1-84 construction update at the bottom of page 17 and the ITD
grant application for improvements. Mr. Wasdahl contacted Mr. Hood and indicated that
ITD did not receive a FASTLANE grant for the area, but District I did receive an
approximately $5 million dollar grant. Mr. Hood encouraged the Commission to read
through the updates provided. Discussion took place on other transportation projects. Mr.
Hood indicated that he spoke to Erika Bowen, the ITD District 3 Engineer recently, and
ITD has been working with ACHD on potential striping changes to Eagle Road at Village
Drive. Erika has been invited to the October 3rd meeting and will provide an update at that
meeting. In addition, there are discussions occurring around speed studies. Updates on
speed studies will be provide at a future meeting date.
(Ex -Officio Member Cavener arrived)
S. New Business Items
a. Meridian Police Department Status Report (Sgt. Stacy Arnold)
Officer Myron Severson, of the MPD Traffic Division, provided the update in place of Sgt.
Arnold.
o Installation of the crosswalk at the south end of the Records Avenue was
discussed last month and ACHD is in the process of installing; PD will verify the
installation.
o SH -55 proposal by ITD is possible, but ITD will need to field concerns of the
decrease in lanes from 3 to 2.
o No concerns from PD regarding ticketing in the Paramount area where the
limited duration "no parking" signs will be installed. No exceptions from
ticketing will be provided for residents.
b. Lifestyle Transportation Service Update (T. Morris)
Mr. Morris provided a brief update on the upcoming Lifestyle Service. The original start
date was anticipated for the last week, of October. The new start date will be the first
week of December, due to a procurement issue for an automatic door feature. Advertising
and marketing will also be pushed to the end of September to accommodate the new start
date. A new website (harvesttransit.com) has been developed. Content is limited to a
splash page at this time and will be update for full service, prior to launch. Additionally, the
Meridian Press Tribune will also have advertisement of the service prior to the December
launch.
c. South Meridian Town Hall Meeting Results (C. Hood)
Mr. Hood provided a brief update on the Town Hall meeting that occurred in South
Meridian on August 31 S`. Participant's responses to the survey question about roundabouts
and where to find the entire presentation online were presented.
d. Parking Issue on Spring Valley Lane (C. Hood)
A citizen approached Mr. Hood at the Town Hall meeting regarding the parking issue on
this private lane and asked the Commission discuss. Mr. Hood did some research on the
concern. In 2003 Southern Springs Subdivision was annexed and zoned and received
Preliminary Plat approval. In 2004 phase one began. There is a parking condition that is
being violated. Mr. Hood will contact the Business Owner's Association and alert them to
the issue, as well as contact the Fire Department on the potential life safety concern and
enforcement assistance.
e. Siena Elementary School Zone (R. Hall)
Commissioner Hall expressed a traffic/safety concern at Victory Road going into
Tuscany/Thousand Springs to Siena Elementary. There is parental concern for high speeds
and people running through the HAWK signal. Mr. Hall would like to know what can be
done, to correct the issue; either school zone signage or enforcement or other. Shawn
Martin from ACHD mentioned that someone contacted them about this issue recently too
and provided an update that ACHD is going to install school zone speed limit signage.
School zone flashers will be put on a priority list for future consideration. Questions were
asked and answered on ACHD process/procedure for school zone improvements.
f. Staff Communications (memo attached; C. Hood)
Mr. Hood directed the Commissions' attention to page 20-22 and a brief review of the
topics were discussed. At this time there isn't a Commission action, only a heads -up.
6. Future Meeting Topics
Mr. Hood mentioned he will contact Erika Bowen on the speed study information for Eagle
Road prior to the October 3rd meeting, but the striping update will be on the agenda. No
additional topics added at this time.
a. Eagle Road Speed Limit Update
b. Meridian Road Speed Study
c. VRT Transit 101
d. US 20/26 Corridor Study
e. Master Mobility Map
7. Next Meeting Date: October 3rd, 2016
8. Adjourn
Motion by Commissioner Ballard and second by Commissioner Lewis to adjourn – all ayes
– motion carried.
Meeting adjourned at 5:19 p.m.
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4a. Chateau Traffic Calming
Memo
To: Meridian Transportation Commission
From: Caleb Hood, Planning Division Manager
Date: 9/8/2016
Re: Chateau Traffic Calming
During the August meeting, John Wasson from ACHD presented the TC with the data from
three speed and volume studies they conducted along W. Chateau Drive. After discussion,
the TC asked Staff to invite the developer to the next meeting to discuss what, if any, steps
they had taken or considered to mitigate neighbors’ concerns about speeding and volume
raised during the public hearings. Below is an e-mail chain between City, ACHD and the
developer on this topic.
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Thanks, Shawn. I understand. I do still think that if you are available to attend the Meridian
Transportation Commission (TC) meeting on September 12 th at 3:30 pm at City Hall, we
can all discuss and bring this to closure (Josh can sign-off on your preliminary plat
condition being satisfied). The TC received a report from John earlier this month and asked
that you attend their next meeting to explain what, if anything, you would be willing to do to
mitigate some of the neighbor’s concerns about traffic and speeding. For example, you
could potentially sponsor a petition to ACHD for traffic calming, as the first section of
Chateau, just east of Ten Mile, did meet the minimum requirements for consideration.
Thanks, and please let me know if you can attend the 9/12 TC meeting.
Caleb
From: Shawn Brownlee [ mailto:shawn@trilogyidaho.com ]
Sent: Wednesday, August 24, 2016 1:33 PM
To: Caleb Hood
Subject: FW: Findings of Fact for Brinegar Prarie Sub.
Good afternoon Caleb,
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I have reached out to ACHD in regards to Brinegar Prairie/Chateau Dr city condition per our
discussion last week. I had a conversation with John Wesson as well as our planner Austin
Miller.
Appears the Chateau Dr. studies have been completed and study shows traffic calming is
not warranted at this time on this segment of Chateau. Per Austin’s email below, if the city
needs additional confirmation from ACHD you will need to contact one of the three
individuals stated below.
Thanks Caleb and please let me know if you need anything else from me.
Shawn Brownlee
Project Manager
9839 W. Cable Car St.
Suite 101
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 895-8858 office
(208) 860-8371 cell
(208) 895-0714 fax
From: Austin Miller [ mailto:Amiller@achdidaho.org ]
Sent: Wednesday, August 24, 2016 10:19 AM
To: Shawn Brownlee
Cc: kent brown
Subject: RE: Findings of Fact for Brinegar Prarie Sub.
Hi Shawn,
Good morning to you as well. I don’t really see why we would need to meet. The study has
been done and shows traffic calming is not warranted at this time on this segment of
Chateau. It sounds like someone has already spoken with John. If the City needs additional
confirmation please have them contact John, Christy or myself and we can discuss with
them on what specifically they need from us.
Thanks!
From: Shawn Brownlee [ mailto:shawn@trilogyidaho.com ]
Sent: Wednesday, August 24, 2016 10:00 AM
To: Austin Miller
Cc: kent brown
Subject: RE: Findings of Fact for Brinegar Prarie Sub.
Good morning Austin,
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I had a conversation with John Wesson regarding the traffic study on Chateau last week.
Per our conversation, appears there is no requirements for traffic calming at this time on
Chateau adjacent to Brinegar Prairie.
I would like to meet with you and Kristy and discuss a way to suffice our condition with the
city with a possible statement from ACHD in writing if possible. Would you be amenable to
meet and discuss?
Thanks Austin,
Shawn Brownlee
Project Manager
9839 W. Cable Car St.
Suite 101
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 895-8858 office
(208) 860-8371 cell
(208) 895-0714 fax
From: Austin Miller [ mailto:Amiller@achdidaho.org ]
Sent: Thursday, May 26, 2016 4:26 PM
To: Shawn Brownlee; Jane Suggs
Cc: Kent Brown ( kentlkb@gmail.com )
Subject: RE: Findings of Fact for Brinegar Prarie Sub.
Hey Shawn,
I spoke with a member of our Traffic Services department today. He will get me the final
numbers to me shortly. They completed their study on Chateau west of Todd. Based on the
results from that study, no traffic calming will be allowed. However… 3 more studies are
scheduled to be conducted in the next week or 2. So I’ll continue to keep you informed.
Thanks,
Austin
From: Shawn Brownlee [ mailto:shawn@trilogyidaho.com ]
Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2016 3:29 PM
To: Austin Miller; Jane Suggs
Cc: Kent Brown ( kentlkb@gmail.com )
Subject: RE: Findings of Fact for Brinegar Prarie Sub.
Hello Austin,
We have our Brinegar Prairie # 1 final plat hearing scheduled for June 7 th . I know this
condition of working with ACHD will come up.
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Have you heard of anything from Traffic Services? W e would be happy to meet and discuss
if necessary.
Thanks Austin,
Shawn Brownlee
Project Manager
9839 W. Cable Car St.
Suite 101
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 895-8858 office
(208) 860-8371 cell
(208) 895-0714 fax
From: Austin Miller [ mailto:Amiller@achdidaho.org ]
Sent: Tuesday, April 12, 2016 10:37 AM
To: Jane Suggs
Cc: Shawn Brownlee
Subject: RE: Findings of Fact for Brinegar Prarie Sub.
Hi Jane,
I forwarded your message to our Traffic Services department and asked that they keep me
in the loop. I spoke with them before they started their investigation and will be sure to keep
you updated on what comes of it as soon as I know.
Thanks,
Austin
From: Mindy Wallace
Sent: Monday, April 11, 2016 9:02 AM
To: Jane Suggs
Cc: 'Shawn Brownlee'; Austin Miller
Subject: RE: Findings of Fact for Brinegar Prarie Sub.
Jane,
Austin Miller in our office worked on that application and is out of the office until
tomorrow. I know that some of the neighbors had been working with our Traffic Servicers
group on the issue and that an investigation has been started, but I don’t know the status. I
will follow up with Austin and let you know what is going on here at the District.
Mindy
From: Jane Suggs [ mailto:jbsuggs@cableone.net ]
Sent: Monday, April 11, 2016 8:51 AM
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To: Mindy Wallace
Cc: 'Shawn Brownlee'
Subject: FW: Findings of Fact for Brinegar Prarie Sub.
Good Morning Mindy,
I forgot to ask you about this when I saw you on Friday.
The City of Meridian approved our project, Brinegar Prairie, at the corner of Ten Mile and
Chateau, with the following condition:
1.1.6 The applicant shall work with ACHD on opportunities to calm traffic on the section of
Chateau Drive adjacent to the Brinegar Prairie Subdivision.
I am not sure how we can accomplish this condition, but we are thinking the first step (and
maybe only step) may be a meeting to discuss it.
Justin Lucas attended the hearing and testified at the request of Council. He may have
more information. After the hearing, he suggested I talk with you.
Let me know if/when we can meet.
Thanks,
Jane
PS hopefully you did not have to work too much during this beautiful weekend :-)
Jane B. Suggs
Suggs Community Solutions, LLC
208-342-6941 office
208-602-6941 mobile
jbsuggs@cableone.net
From: Joshua Beach [ mailto:jbeach@meridiancity.org ]
Sent: Friday, April 08, 2016 1:24 PM
To: jbsuggs@cableone.net ; Jacy Jones; Jaycee Holman; Machelle Hill; Andrea Pogue; Bill Nary; Emily Kane;
Michelle Albertson; Ted Baird
Subject: Findings of Fact for Brinegar Prarie Sub.
Attached are the Findings of Facts and Conclusions of Law for the Annexation and Zoning
and Preliminary Plat for Brinegar Prairie H-2016-0046. These documents are scheduled to
be on the Council consent agenda for April 12, 2016. Please call or e-mail with any
questions.
Josh Beach
Associate Planner
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Community Development Department
33 E. Broadway Avenue
Meridian, Idaho 83642
Phone: (208)489-0576
Fax: (208)888-6854
jbeach@meridiancity.org
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4b. Parking Issue at Paramount/Rocky Mountain High School
Memo
To: Meridian Transportation Commission
From: Caleb Hood, Planning Division Manager
Date: 9/8/2016
Re: Parking Issue at Paramount/Rocky Mountain High School
During the August Transportation Commission meeting, the issue of parking along the local streets
within Paramount Subdivision, south of Rocky Mountain High School was discussed (see
minutes/summary above). As requested during that meeting, the developer and HOA
representatives were contacted and invited to attend an upcoming TC meeting. Jon Wardle,
Brighton Corporation, and Ann Marie Baird, Paramount HOA, were both invited to the September
TC meeting. Additionally, a letter (attached) was sent to Paramount property owners in the vicinity
of the parking issue to inform them that solutions are being evaluated and that one option is limited
“No Parking” signs. Jon Wardle should be present at the September 12 th TC meeting to discuss
further, provide updates on any feedback they’ve received, and answer any questions.
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4c. Transportation Projects Update
Memo
To: Meridian Transportation Commission
From: Caleb Hood, Planning Division Manager
Date: 9/8/2016
Re: September Transportation Projects Update
Below is a summary/update on some of the transportation and roadway projects 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 September 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 .
KEY ACHD PROJECTS:
Franklin, Black Cat to Ten Mile Road: This is a Federal Aid project, programmed for
construction in 2016-2017 with the Franklin/Black Cat intersection. The project will widen
Franklin to five lanes including curb, gutter and sidewalks. Low-impact storm drain
techniques. As part of the scoping of this project, the City requested detached sidewalks, a
center median, lighting, and reclaimed water is included with the project. On 90-day bid list.
To be bid by ITD. Estimated cost is $7.5M. Project should start in September.
Ustick Corridor: There are several projects in the design and right-of-way phases along
Ustick Road. There are plans to design and construct projects at the Ustick/Meridian
intersection, and roadway widening projects for the segments between Locust Grove and
Meridian and Meridian to Linder. Knife River is the contractor for this project (bid
award was contested). Notice to proceed is anticipated in mid-September; project
should be complete in November of 2017.
Pine Ave, Meridian to Locust Grove: This project, to improve Pine between Meridian Road
and Locust Grove, is planned for construction in 2018 in the adopted 2016-2020 IFYWP.
The City and MDC want to partner with ACHD to ensure the design and construction of
Pine Avenue is consistent with the communities’ needs. Because Meridian Public Works is
planning to do sewer improvements in Pine, the roadway between Main and E. 6 th will be
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re-built. Establishing a Cost Share Agreement with ACHD and a project agreement
between the City and MDC will need to occur.
E. 3 rd Street Extension: When ACHD adopted the 2014-2018 Integrated Five Year Work
Plan, E. 3 rd Street, from Carlton to Fairview, was listed as a project in the Economic
Development Program. This project was split into two phases by ACHD – north (phase 2)
and south (phase 1) of Carlton. In the ACHD 2016-2020 IFYWP, phase 1, between Franklin
and Carlton, is in PD.
Meridian Road, Cherry to Ustick: Project includes widening Meridian Road to 5 lanes with
curb, gutter, sidewalk and bike lanes. Design is underway. Construction is planned for 2020
in the adopted IFYWP at a cost of $4.387M.
Linder Road, Franklin to Pine: Project includes the widening of Linder Road to 5 lanes with
curb, gutter, sidewalk and bike lanes. Project includes upgrade of the railroad crossing and
a safe routes to school request. Construction is planned for 2020 (was 2019) to correspond
with the upgraded railroad crossing ITD plans to do that year. Cost of $3.425M.
Cherry Lane, Linder to Meridian Road Lighting: Using federal funds, ACHD is working with
Precision to design roadway lighting for approximately one mile of Cherry Lane. The City is
providing a local match. The PS&E Package should be submitted by mid to late
September. The federal funds have shifted from 2016 to 2017 for project construction.
ACHD COMMUNITY PROGRAM PROJECTS
2016 Construction:
• Fairview, E. 3 rd Street to Locust Grove – Sidewalk on both sides of the street.
(February 2016; $230K) Capital Paving is the contractor. Notice to Proceed was
8/10. Crews excavation, placing base gravels, and placing concrete for
sidewalk on the south side of Fairview.
2017 Construction:
• W. 1 st , Broadway to Pine – Sidewalk for two blocks near Meridian Elementary.
• W. 4 th , Broadway to Maple – Sidewalk on one side near Meridian Elementary.
ITD PROJECTS
SH-55 (Eagle Road): Design work began to add an additional northbound and southbound lane to
Eagle Road, between River Valley and I-84. The design is complete for improvements. The
northbound lane between Franklin and Fairview is currently under construction, with the
work occurring at night.
US 20/26: The next TF meeting will be held on Monday, September 19th. A Strategic
Initiatives Project to widen Chinden to 4-lanes between Locust Grove and Eagle is in
the draft ITIP for construction in 2021.
Interstate 84: ITD collaborated with COMPASS to apply for two federal grants through
FHWA (FASTLANE and TIGER) to fund improvements to I-84 in Canyon County, including
interchanges. The improvements would go from Northside Boulevard to Franklin Boulevard.
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This corridor is listed as the number one priority in the regional long-range transportation
plan.
PATHWAYS
Rail with Trail: In the fall of 2012, the City applied for an $85,000 grant to study the Rail with
Trail (RWT) pathway crossing of streets (7 crossings; Black Cat to Locust Grove).
Currently, there are $75,000 in FY2016 for design and $500,000 in FY18 and FY19 for
pathway construction in the Regional Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP).
MDC PROJECTS
Idaho Avenue Placemaking: Both the City and MDC have budgeted $15,000 towards “right-
sizing” Idaho Avenue in this block. The City-MDC funded improvements have been
installed.
OTHER
Transit: A public transit service focusing on seniors and persons with disabilities has been
developed. This Lifestyle Service concept, which includes two service zones, was
presented to the Council in July. The Council agreed to help with start-up costs and try the
service for FY17. The service is anticipated to begin in late 2016. Tod Morris will provide
the TC an update on this service during the September meeting.
Parklets: In other cities throughout the US, parklets (on-street parking areas converted to
public seating/use areas) are becoming more and more popular. Some businesses in
downtown Meridian are interested in installing parklets. The Master License Agreement
between the City and ACHD was executed the week of April 25 th allowing parklets
downtown.
Transportation Alternative Program (TAP): Potential TAP projects were discussed with the
TC previously. During the August meeting, the TC received a list of potential TAP
application projects. Staff will look for opportunities to submit applications to both
COMPASS and/or ITD later in 2016.
Eagle Road Adaptive Traffic Signals: In 2018, ACHD and ITD plan to upgrade 14 signals
along the Eagle Road corridor, between Overland and Chinden, to adaptive traffic signals.
This is a $490,000 project.
Eagle Road Bike/Ped Project Development: COMPASS has contracted with Keller
Associates to further develop a bicycle and pedestrian plan for the corridor. The boundaries
of the project are Overland and Chinden. Reports for the four highest ranking segments
have been prepared and are being reviewed and edited for final approval.
ACHD 2017-2021 IFYWP Initial Draft: On Wednesday, August 10 th , the ACHD Commission
approved the release for public comment of the 2017-2021 IFYWP. The adoption hearing is
planned for October 26 th .
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5e. Siena Elementary School Zone
Memo
To: Meridian Transportation Commission
From: Caleb Hood, Planning Division Manager
Date: 9/8/2016
Re: Siena Elementary School Zone and Crossing
Below is an e-mail request from Commissioner Hall regarding pedestrian access concerns
to/from Siena Elementary School.
Good afternoon Caleb,
It has been brought to my attention by some of the parents in the Thousand Springs
neighborhood that crossing at Victory is tenuous at times. I know the school has put out a
call for crossing guards at the location and has had some difficulty getting it fully staffed at
each of the crossing times.
The first issue is cars actually running the red light on the hawk signal which would appear
to me to be an enforcement issue for the police department. The second item brought up
was the lack of a “School Zone” on that stretch of Victory from Eagle Rd to the Ridenbaugh
canal. It was noted there is a school zone on Locust Grove, south of Overland, for
Mountain View High school and why there isn’t one for grade school age children crossing
Victory in order to get to Sienna.
I would like to possibly address the school zone issue at the next meeting to get everyone’s
input.
Ryan Hall
Meridian Transportation Commission
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5f. Staff Communications
Memo
To: Meridian Transportation Commission
From: Caleb Hood, Planning Division Manager
Date: 9/8/2016
Re: Staff Communications
On the following pages are relevant correspondences since the August meeting.
Director Wong:
I received a call from John Banford this morning. He would like a stop sign at Waterfall and Cherry Lane. He
said, crossing Cherry is difficult. (Perhaps a Hawk Light would be more practical.) Can you let us know if a
light is planned for this area?
Caleb:
He may like to attend a Transportation Commission meeting to discuss the crossing.
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Dear Kyle:
Your email has been received by the Mayor’s Office. We appreciate the opportunity to address this issue
with you. I am forwarding your request to our Police Chief as well as Miranda Carson from the West Ada
District Transportation office for their comments. I am sure you would agree safety for students is our top
concern.
Peggy Gardner | Administrative Assistant to Mayor
City of Meridian | Office of Mayor Tammy de Weerd
33 E Broadway Avenue, Meridian, Idaho 83642
Phone: 208 489-0529| Fax: 208 884-8119
Built for Business, Designed for Living
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: Kyle Andersen [ mailto:kyle.einer.andersen@gmail.com ]
Sent: Wednesday, September 07, 2016 11:00 AM
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To: citycouncil; mayortammy
Subject: Public traffic knowledge regarding buses
Hello,
I attempted to use the City Council Request form, but it gave me an error. So I'm not sure if
emailing you is the best way to bring this concern up, but I'd like to bring to your attention a
traffic congestion issue.
I live off of Ustick and Cloverdale, and I take Eagle Rd to get to and from work. When
buses are running they make frequent stops along Ustick. I noticed that traffic on the
opposite side of the street will stop every time for those buses even though Ustick is a 5
lane road. Idaho Code 49-1422 states that you do not have to stop for an oncoming bus if it
stops on a 4 or more lane road.
I understand that people would err on the side of caution, but this is causing major
congestion during busy commute times. This morning even, traffic was nearly backed up to
eagle from the Red Feather community.
Is there some sort of traffic education that can be sent out, or signs placed, or police patrols
stopping and informing people? I'm not sure what would work best.
Thank you for your time and if there's any way that I can assist, please let me know.
Kyle Andersen
3065 N Sharon Ave
Meridian, ID 83646
Caleb/Austin,
The City of Boise is planning on submitting a Phase 1 funding application to COMPASS
next week for a Phase 3 to the Eagle Road analysis that Keller Associates is
doing. Because none of the four segments scoped by Keller thus far have been in the City
of Boise, we are requesting that COMPASS provide additional funds to Keller to scope the
next four segments. Three of these next four segments are in Boise and one is in Meridian
(segment #11). I just wanted to let you know and to see if you have any
concerns. Hopefully, we would have Meridian’s support for this funding request.
Let me know if you’d like to chat about this.
Thanks,
Zach Piepmeyer, P.E.
Transportation Planner
Planning & Development Service
CITY OF BOISE
Phone – (208) 384-3990
E-Mail – zpiepmeyer@cityofboise.org
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Caleb,
A gentleman by the name of Jim Lucker who is on the Senior Advisory Commission just
stopped by with a suggestion for Idaho Ave. Jim said he’d been sent down here from the
Mayor’s Office. He frequents the street and mentioned that it was difficult to know where
you are in relation to the “curb” when you’re backing into a parking spot. It’s obvious when
you go too far normally as you bump the curb, but with just a fog line, it’s challenging for
him.
He suggested placing some of those reflectors you often see on the road, not only to be
more prominent in the evenings but also as a sort of warning if you roll over one. I told him
that I’d pass along your comments and that you would follow-up with him. His email is
Jalucker@aol.com
Let me know if I can help
Brian McClure, ASLA, LEED BD+C | Associate Planner
City of Meridian | Community Development Department
Phone: 208.884.5533
bmcclure@meridiancity.org
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