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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1987_05_11 Traffic Committee Minutes ti MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE TRAFFIC COMMITTEE OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK, HELD ON MONDAY, MAY 11, 1987, AT 8:00 P.M. IN THE SENIOR CENTER OF 'PI'IE TOWN CENTER, 740 W. BOSTON POST RD. , MAMARONECK, NEW YORK. PRESENT: Martin Zavell, Chairman Richard Mari, Committeeman Anthony Math, Committeeman Leslie Schiom, Committeeman ALSO PRESENT: Steven Altieri, Town Administrator Thomas Amlicke, Town Council Liaison Arthur Dallas, Police Commissioner Thomas Leddy, Supt. of Highway Fire Chief, Town of Mamaroneck The chairman called the meeting to order at 8:00 p.m. Approval of Minutes On a motion from Leslie Schiom, seconded by Anthony Math and carried, the minutes of April 7, 1987 were approved as written. Overnight Parkir.t4 - Chatsworth Ave. , Murray and Myrtle Blvd. James Berliner of 14 N. Chatsworth Ave.presented a petition signed by residents of 14 N. Chatsworth Ave. requesting some relief regarding overnight parking on the street since the car owners who park in the lot of 16 N. Chatsworth Ave. received eviction notices in April. After discussion with the Town of Mamaroneck, the eviction was extended until June 30, 1987. The residents are requesting overnight parking on both sides of N. Chatsworth Ave. and on Murray Avenue. The Fire Chief stated that the fire department has no objection to parking on Myrtle Blvd. or on N. Chatsworth as long as the "No parking between signs" is observed. He does object to paring on Murray Ave. on the side near the building. Owen Mandeville of 14 N. Chatsworth Ave. stated that he feels parking on Murray Ave. might be possible up to the point where the parking lot presently exists back to the bridge. Tom Leddy stated that it is not in the best interest of the highway department for snow plowing, removal and clean up. Commissioner Dallas stated that the police department had no objection to parking on both sides of Murray Ave. from the 15 and 16 buildings back to the overpass. Richard Mari recommended three hour parking during the day in order to discourage commuter parking in the area. Leslie Schiom stated that he has not objection to overnight parking on one side of Murray Ave. , and both sides of North Chatsworth Ave. He also stated that there seems to be parking available on the Thruway Extension. Mrs. Berliner of 14 N. Chatsworth Ave. stated that the Thruway Extension is not a safe area and the parking is too far from the building for the elderly. Anthony Math asked the Fire Chief his feeling regarding parking on Murray Ave. from the building end to the bridge. The Fire Chief stated that he has no objection to that. Town of Mamaroneck Traffic Committee May 11, 1987 Page 2 Overnight Parking - Chatsworth Ave. , Murray and Myrtle Blvd (cont. ) After a discussion regarding the pros and cons to designating Murray Ave. a snow emergency street, it was agreed that the designation would not alleviate the problem in the area. Both Mr. Berliner and Mr. Mandeville felt that the tenants are most agreeable and will be able to work out a solution to parking during snow removal. The following motion was made by Anthony Math, seconded by Leslie Schlom and carried unanimously: The Traffic Committee recommends to the Town Board that the following overnight parking be established: The South side of N. Chatsworth Ave. from New Jefferson St. to Myrtle Blvd. also from the driveway at 16 N. Chatsworth Ave. to the appropriate position determined by the Police, Fire and Highway departments including a 3 hour limit during the day. On Murray Ave. from the parking lot to the overpass on the building side and the opposite side of Murray Ave. as is with 3 hour daytime parking on both, and all existing parking restriction signs remaining. Two mornings will be established for clean up on Murray Ave. and N. Chatsworth Ave. as it is on New Jefferson and the Thruway Extension. Steve Altieri stated that it should be noted that snow will not be removed as efficiently as it previously was. Parking - Plymouth Rd. The Fire Chief reported that he brought the hook and ladder to the street and found that the sign could be moved 16 feet towards Plymouth Road and still leave access for fire apparatus. Following discussion, Steve Altieri recommended that Tom Leddy go to the site with the Building inspector and then speak with the Fire Chief. Steve also suggested that Tom Leddy could put together a cost recommendation regarding changing the curbing on the street to add more parking as discussed. Mr. Zavell requested that this work be completed before our next meeting. Update - Left turn lane on Weyer St. at Palmer Ave. Harold Klein of 140 Valley Stream Road stated that there was some confusion regarding what the State DOT letter actually stated regarding the left turn lane at this intersection. Chief Baumblatt reported on May 4, 1987 that the State DOT informed him that the lane designation would be for straight and left turn at this location. Mr. Klein feels that if this is the case, the existing traffic congestion would not be aided. Mr. Altieri will reread the original letter from the State DOT and if it designates a left turn only at this intersection, Mr. Altieri will send a copy of the letter to that department reminding them of the original designation of left turn only on one lane. Mr. Klein will be notified of the final decision on this matter. Town of Mamaroneck Traffic Committee May 11, 1987 Page 3 Update - Hickory Grove and Ellsworth Ave. Richard Mari asked Commissioner Dallas if parking is allowed in a T intersection. Commissioner Dallas stated that no parking is allowed in any intersection. Richard Mari then recommended that a letter be sent to the original person who had concerns regarding parking at this location, stating that if a car is parked in this position the TOM Police Department can be notified and they will take appropriate action. Mr. Zavell seconded the recommendation. New Business Brookside Drive - Mr. Klein of 140 Valley Stream Rd. stated that he felt Brookside Drive East and West be designated each one way. A discussion followed and the traffic committee voted unanimously to leave East and West Brookside Drive as is. Mr. Klein also requested that a Stop Sign be placed on Hickory Grove Drive on the opposite side of the bridge at Brookside Drive rather than the side of the bridge that it exists on now. Mr. Zavell requested that Commissioner Dallas review this entire intersection and report back to the committee Howell Park - Commissioner Dallas reported that selective enforcemnt in the Howell Park area will begin this week. N. Chatsworth, Myrtle Blvd. , Murray Ave. intersection - Mr. Zavell asked for an update regarding this intersection. Mr. Altieri reported that this is now in the hands of the State DOT and any further developments will be reported. Rockland Ave. - Tom Leddy recommended that No Parking be established on both sides of Rockland Ave. just past Badger Day Camp. It was agreed that this will be looked into and committee members will report back at the next meeting. Fire House parking lot - The Fire Chief reported that the fire council suggested that chains be put up on Edgewood Ave. parking lot opening on both sides leaving four spaces open so traffic can flow in, around and out on Maple Hill. The chains can be taken down for events at the fire house. The committee agreed with this suggestion. Next meeting date and adjournment It was agreed that the next meeting date will be June 8, 1987 at 8:00 p.m. in the Senior Center. On a motion from Anthony Math, seconded by Leslie Schlom and carried unanimously, the meeting adjourned at 9:45 p.m. Respectfully submitted by Cynthia Rocchio