08-26-87 Residential Neighborhoods

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• Residential Neighborhoods Committee Minutes/August 26 , 1987 Page 2 Mr. Meeks, the Traffic Engineer, noted that over 200 "no truck" signs have been posted since the ordinance came into effect. Marva Leonard indicated that signage prior to the passage of the ordinance was confusing and that they have made a logical attempt to post "no truck" signage throughout the City . Councilman Braboy noted that Osco trucks have been ruining curbs and lawns in order to turn onto Portage Avenue. She believes that common sense must be used. It was noted that often times, trucks from Town & Country must then go to the Osco location on Ironwood. Councilman Beck and Captain Friend disagreed with regard to the interpretation of why a truck involved with a recent fatality at Ironwood and McKinley was not issued a warning ticket. Councilman Voorde noted that once Logan is improved, it could hopefully be considered for addition to the truck route ordinance. Mr. Meeks noted that the City must cooperate with Mishawaka in that regard since Logan is half in their jurisdiction. Mr. Vleaminc noted that at least three (3) cars have been demolished while parked on Ironwood . Mr. John Nicodemus, a driver for Morrison Enterprises Company, noted that he received a ticket yesterday at Jefferson and Greenlawn. He stated his belief that half of the citations or warnings issued under the truck route ordinance were probably written within the past twenty-four (24) hours. Captain Friend disagreed with those statistics. Mr. Nicodemus questioned the length and how it was measured. He stated that his particular panel truck is not noisy and is relatively light compared to large trucks. He further stated that he would be subject to an $80.00 fine on yesterday's citation if found in violation. He indicated that he must make time stops which means that he must have a product in a store at a particular time. He believes that the Council and the City administration must review the truck route ordinance as it is very burdensome for local vendors. Councilman Beck noted that she would prefer that Logan and not Ironwood be added to the truck route list. Mr. Nicodemus also noted that when he was cited yesterday, 15-20 other semi-tractor trailers were behind him due to the detour at Logan Street. He did not understand why he was specifically singled out by the police officer. He also questioned why buses were exempted under the ordinance. Following much discussion, Councilman Zakrzewski suggested that the Engineering Department and the Legal Department get together