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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1994_12_13 Traffic Committee Minutes TO: CLARA TRACY MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK TRAFFIC COMMITTEE HELD TUESDAY DECEMBER 13 , 1994 IN THE SENIOR CENTER OF THE TOWN CENTER, 740 WEST BOSTON POST TOAD, MAMARONECK, NEW YORK. PRESENT: David Lobl- Chairman Nancy Anguilo Richard Mari Camille Odierna Frank Vozza Pincus Leitner Deirdre Black ALSO PRESENT: Stephen V. Altieri-Town Administrator Valerie Moore O'Keefe-Town Board Liaison Lt. John Anderson-Police Department The meeting was called to order at 8 : 07 p.m. The members of the committee were introduced. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes of the November 22 , 1994 meeting were approved unanimously be a motion by Mr. Lobl and seconded by Mr. Vozza with the following changes : - page 1 and 3 correct name of Mr. Pincus to Mr. Leitner - add approval of Eaton/Little Farms stop sign until the end of meeting - Cooper Lane/ Mardon Road Project add to addendum Camille Odierna ' s discussion of detour Hickory Grove Drive East, Cooper Lane from Myrtle Boulevard to Falls Road. - page 2 third line from bottom add- an additional advisory sign- - page 3 at the top- eastbound traffic visual obstruction- third line from the bottom "NO PARKING HERE TO CORNER" sign NEW BUSINESS PROPOSED NO PARKING ORDINANCE-MURRAY AVENUE deferred until later in the meeting by Mr. Lobl REQUEST-OLD WHITE PLAINS ROAD/MAMARONECK ROAD Shari Miles of One Gate House Lane, Mamaroneck, New York 10543 commended the Police Department for all the help and chevron signs . Signs are not sufficient, The Miles Family has had cars in their yard, and shrubbery has been destroyed. Believes nothing short of a metal barricade will resolve the situation. Mrs . Miles insists and takes a strong tone with the Committee or legal action will follow. Pictures of the last two accidents were presented, statistics had been requested from the Police Department . The Miles ' are fearful for the lives of their children. The chevron signs were knocked down in the April 1994 accident. Calls were made several times, but, signs were never replaced. Signs won't be enough, but the barrier along with signs will be. Discussion continued, Mr. Vozza saw the April 1994 accident and has concern for Town liability and noted that the Town has been on notice for 5 years regarding these situations . Lt. Anderson stated there has been 7 accidents in the last 8 years; of the 7, two of them he was on the scene, of the two he saw, one of them hit the deck. Discussion continued on effectiveness of barriers, engineering , and proper research that would need to be done. Mrs . Miles expressed willingness to cooperate. Mr. Altieri added that if a barrier was recommended, the curb may be lowered to avert a vehicle from catapulting over the barrier. It was agreed the Committee would need to call upon the expertise of the Highway Department . Mr. Altieri also stated the underground conditions would have to be considered, that the Rockland Avenue was physically impossible. If the Board wanted to go forward subject to conditions and then a possible alternative, an installation date could not be guaranteed. A temporary barrier was also considered. Mr. Lobl proposed that the Town evaluate the condition on Old White Plains Road at Gatehouse Lane and install a metal or cable, or similar barriers consistent with what is installed on Old White Plains Road to prevent cause from careening vehicles into adjoining properties . Seconded by Mr. Vozza and unanimously voted. REQUEST-NO PARKING SIGN-19 CABOT ROAD Pictures and a sketch were presented to the Committee by Mr. and Mrs . Whittier Pierce 19 Cabot Road, Larchmont, New York 10538 showing very little space left in the street after cars are parked on both sides of the street for a passing vehicle. Need for a NO PARKING sign on at least one side of the street where the street narrows has been requested, or that strip of street to be widened. Among many other problems Mr. Pierce noted that an emergency vehicle may not get through with cars parked on both sides of the street . Problem times are from 7 : 00a.m. until 7 : 30 p.m. , also noted was the fact that the Pierce driveway is the only one used for vehicles to constantly turn around on the street. Mr. Leitner stated a problem entrance into Cabot Road also and two places would be needed to be posted. Discussion was deferred to Mr. Leitner regarding restricted parking on both areas where the road is constricted. Mr. Leitner then proposed a "No Parking Between Signs ' at constriction closest to 19 Cabot Road. One sign to be placed at the beginning of Cabot Road going eastbound on east side of street, one placed at the throughway end of 19 Cabot Road; also a "No Parking Here To Corner" sign to be determined by the Highway Department at east and west sides of Cabot at the intersection of Myrtle Boulevard to allow for ingress and egress to Cabot Road from Myrtle Boulevard. Seconded by Mr. Mari . Discussion by Camille Odierna requesting that no signs be posted on trees, and if there is a policy regarding that subject. Mr. Altieri stated they would likely go up on poles and there is no policy. The proposal was unanimously voted along with an exhortation by Mr. Lobl to Mr. Pierce to be at the meeting when it is decided. Mr. Lobl also noted that the property is not squared off on the zoning map. PROPOSED NO PARKING ORDINANCE-MURRAY AVENUE Mr. Lobl stated the Friedmans were at the September meeting. The ordinance still needs to be drafted. Mr. Altieri pointed out that one resident Mr. Kadan was opposed. Mr. Lobl said there was an agreement with the residents and the Fire Department to choose the side. Mrs . Odierna noted the parking to being restricted to school hours . OLD BUSINESS Prior action with respect taken to Daymon Terrace and Geiater Place. Mr.Altieri met with the Police Department, and representatives of the Murray Avenue PTA reference the drop off zone to prevent cars from parking. Ordinance presented is the result of the meetings . Discussion ensued, the Committee was informed that under this ordinance summons will be issued, and that the PTA presently enforces a Daymon Terrace sight. Mr. Black brought up the question regarding babysitters dropping off children-are they being properly instructed of where to park? Nancy Angiulo stated the PTA needs to work it with the parents and babysitters, and the internal problems . Frank Vozza suggested urging the PTA to explore internally, if it is appropriate . Richard Mari noted that the Public Hearing has already been set. Mr. Lobl brought up three courses of action- endorse, take no action, amend. Mr. Mari doesn 't see purpose in making lots of changes, and questioned how the town can enforce keeping the area clear of congestion unless the police are physically present. Lt. anderson said there would be enforcement, when available. Mr. Lobl wanted to know if the County is doing repairing while signs are going up. Mrs . Angiulo stated she thought no action would need to be taken. Mrs . Odierna stated that Mrs . O'Keefe would be asked what the Committee recommended, Mrs . O'Keefe concurred. After some discussion Mr. Lobl stated that the parents need to be educated, and vigorous enforcement should be recommended. Mrs . Odierna also recommends parent-teacher involvement, and school personnel to assist children getting into the school . After more discussion Mr. Lobl on behalf of the Traffic Committee confirmed support of the recommendations on Murray Avenue along with strong urging of maximum effort of voluntary compliance with the new regulations; encouraging the school to provide adult supervision to aid the children by gaining safe entrance into the school similar to the Daymon Terrace drop- off . Mr. Lobl asked Mr. Altieri information regarding the CVS situation. Mr. Altieri stated there is not enough background to have it put on the next agenda. Mr. Lobl urged the Committee to refamiliarize themselves with the CVS by Staples . Proposal 7 was adopted, a delayed signal . There may be concern that more should be done. Mr. Lobl asked if the sub-committee regarding Chatsworth/Myrtle ever got off the ground, Mrs . Odierna replied no. Mr. Altieri said it is the NYC format. Discussion continued with Mr. Mari stating to limit right on red during certain hours . Mr. Lobl pointed out the folks in the area are enthusiastic and that it may make sense to put yellow flashing lights at Murray during the construction. Mr. Catera 's letters and resubmitted calculations were reviewed with great interest . ADJOURNMENT On a motion by Mr. Lobl, seconded by Mr. Mari and carried unanimously, the meeting was adjourned at 10 : 06 p.m. Mr. Lobl set a date for the January meeting with the balance of the schedule to be set at the January 24, 1995 meeting. Respectfully and most thankfully submitted by Valerie Capone.