11/26/85 Board of Public Works Minutes

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REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 26, 1985 It was noted that on November 5, 1985, the Board approved a recommendation from the Bureau of Traffic and Lighting that the traffic signal flash amber for Marion and red for Main street for a period of six (6) months after which time Stop Signs will be installed on Main Street. The change has been recommended as the location no longer meets warrants. Mrs. Allen advised that this morning she observed a City Bureau of Traffic and Lighting truck monitoring the intersection. Mr. Leszczynski confirmed that the Bureau is monitoring not only the vehicular but also the pedestrian traffic at the intersection. Mrs. Allen stated that the pedestrian use of the intersection increases in the afternoon. Mr. Leszczynski advised her that the Bureau of Traffic and Lighting will be monitoring the intersection to cover all critical periods of time. She stated that she believes the island in front of the Masonic Temple is the cause of some traffic problems and perhaps the City should consider removal of the island to help alleviate traffic problems at that intersection. She stated that she hopes the Board will change their minds about the removal of the traffic signal at the intersection of Main and Marion. Mr. Leszczynski and members of the Board thanked Mrs. Allen for her comments concerning the flashing signal at the above referred to intersection and advised her that her comments will be taken into consideration at the end of six (6) months when a decision will be reached concerning the continuance of a traffic signal at that intersection. Mr. Leszczynski stated that changing the traffic signal to the amber flashing mode was a prerequisite to removing the traffic signal in six (6) months. He additionally stated that during the six (6) month period citizen comments and concerns regarding the signal are requested and appreciated. He stated that the City will continue to monitor the intersection on a regular basis. If there appears to be a problem, the City will make the required modifications. Mr. Leszczynski further advised that the City incurs liability when it continues to operate a traffic signal at an intersection that no longer meets state warrants for the signal. However, should citizen comments warrant the continuance of the signal at the intersection, the comments received will be presented as written documentation that the need exists for the signal. Board member Katherine Barnard asked Mrs. Allen if she thought the installation of a 4-way stop sign would help the situation. Mrs. Allen responded that the traffic signal currently at the intersection has worked fine so why change it now. Mrs. Allen additionally advised the Board that she is concerned about new curb cuts being installed at an angle and not being straight with the sidewalk. She further advised that because of the curb cuts being at an angle, she has fallen and injured herself. She recommended that the City consider making future curb cuts straight rather than at an angle. CONCERNS AND COMMENTS REGARDING TRASH IN ALLEY IN 1300 & 1400 BLOCK OF WEST WASHINGTON Mr. Carter Buchanan, 121 North Wellington Street, South Bend, Indiana, was present and advised the Board that there continues to be a problem with trash on the north side of the alley in the 1300 and 1400 block of West Washington. Board member Katherine G. Barnard advised Mr. Buchanan that the Department of Code Enforcement will look into the matter.