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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOW Agenda Packet 09/08/1998e COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AG E N D A DEPUTY VILLAGE CLERK ALL Meeting Location: Meeting Date and Time: Mount Prospect Senior Center Tuesday, September 8, 1998 50 South Emerson Street 7:30 p.m. CALL TMJ ORDER - ROLL CALL Mayor Gerald L. Farley Trustee George Clowes Trustee Richard Lohrstorfer Trustee Timothy Corcoran Trustee Daniel Nocchi Trustee Paul Hoefert Trustee Irvana Wilks Ii. ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES OF AUGUST 25, 1998 Ill. CITIZENS TO BE HEARD '* dred a re west by a resident to implement In April of this year, the Village's Safety Commission consid parking, restdctions In, the area,of Prospect MThor andd,W, Wnut Street Th-ebasisfOr therrequestwos so t ft- If along Northwest HighwayVerel-parking In, a feeling ''that th, �e`bfuslnes' s In he: at6a,'v il, loh " r6nt- for ex' Iv'tim' Jib "A U, ing tes, e excessive numbersand ce,ss e- es 'Aho' bult" Idi l e dOn �the othe'r '',f both thietr side, of"th-e Issue,, th the, a ea "alme-fe-nee ' o� -abusinesses In r, ,,cl 1 4, r addnal parking for, employees and customers. This ongoing conflict over parking is present all along the Northwest Highway frontage in the Village. This area was developed In the early stages of the Village's existence and dedicated business parking was not considered to be a high priority at that time. The ever-growing automobile usage and the lack of dedicated business parking, has proven to be problematic. In an effort to " baran66 the"needs, of both residents and businesses, the Public Works Department has been looking at a series of alternate parking plans that would prove to be an acceptable compromise to both parties. Staff would like to present another alternative to the Village Board for their review and consideration. The accompanying material outlines the chronology of previous discussions including neighborhood meetings. Interested residents and businesses have been notified of this Tuesday evening's meeting and have been invited to attend. Appropriate Public Works staff will be in attendance to answer questions and facilitate discussion. NOTE.- ANY INDIVIDUAL WHO WOULD LIKE TO ATTEND THIS MEETING BUT BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY NEEDS SOME ACCOMMODATION TO PARTICIPATE, SHOULD CONTACT THE VILLAGE MANAGER'S OFFICE AT 100 SOUTH EMERSON, MOUNT PROSPECT,, ILLINOIS 60056r T ,r 8471391-6000,, EXTENSION 5327 DD #8471392-60640 As you are aware, with the aid of State Representative Carolyn H. Krause, the Village of Mount Prospect has been awarded a FY"' 99 Legislative Line Item Grant in the amount of0 500,000 from the Illinois Department of Natural ResourceIDNR). The, funds will be utilized to complete several of the outstanding improvements remaining on the Melas Park MEster Plan which was developed and approved in January of 1994 by the village, Arlington heights and Mt. Prospect Park Districts and the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District (MWRD). The planned improvements and estimated costs as included in our Grant request are as follows: X Bike/jogging path s -app roximately 2 miles $1750000 Park entrance improvements -turn lanes 150,000 Washroom facilities/site development 1 00t000 Lighting -parking lot/roadway 'improvements 75,000 Total $500,00(c, A condition of the Grant is that all improvements must be completed, paid for and all reimbursement requests submitted to IDNR for approval prior to June 30, 1999. Staff is in the process of completing Grant application forms and, in cooperation with the two Park Districts, bid documents have, or are being developed to solicit contracts for completion of the various project components, IN 4P .......... RO I it rr It The last time the commuter Train Station received extensive renovations was approximately ten years ago. Since4hat time, a number of the fagade improvements have begun to show significant signs of deterioration. Additionally, the overall appearance of the Station has become rather warn. Since this is a prime focal point in our downtown, It would be in the Village's best Interest to maintain this facility with a high degree of aesthetic appeal. As the original renovations have proceeded, staff has identified a number of additional 'items, which require rehabilitation and/or replacement. Additionally, the need for heightened security is necessary to protect the investments that are being madein the structure. Therefore, a closed circuit camera system is also being proposed as part of the improvements. While this project was not formally planned for as part of the 1998 budget, the opportunity to install a highly desirable tenant and the availability of funds in the budget suggests that we should take advantage of the opportunity to upgrade this facility now so as to maintain its viability in the downtown over the long term. The attached information package provides details of the proposed additional improvements along with cost estimates. A video of the Train Station will be presented at Tuesday evening's meeting. Staff will also be present to answer questions and facilitate discussion. 0 W 4 W q :p� JIM 4W 1W ep M6 a A 11W 0 30, PROPERTY ACQUISITION: 5ILCS 120/2 (C) (5) 1AWIMOFFIMCOWAGMOMPSMAGN "The purchase or lease of real property for the use of the public body, 'including meetings held for the purpose of discussion whether a particular parcel should be acquired." S, . 1 lo � iv MINUTES COMMITTEE OF THE 'WHOLE ��UIGUST 25,1998 , 1 tome- 1 a K e -K 31 - Ab • w ...a . .. 40 j. �r E Aft dw may, � 0 ` r r aW r ♦op • 4p do w w •• .. AL ! iw dO „ . .. Al .. 0 � .� � -� 0 il OL As 0 do V 41L 0 0 da AL AS At 10 to do Ab da ANA d1h dV 40 4V OL A& A� M Ab is M rA& dftb do dVA dr OV or OP 4L lot As A% 4P M db do dft da GV ®r r wrM tu 400 dr A& All 7. 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He stated thathe 181 a me ber of BDDRC apd is encouraged by the enhanced �commu n effort� picatp s highlighted and sU' pp oe eee rts thrco Immnd c d h anges. ;�keneral comments ",M the Village Board members iinclud6d,the following.litems. Aft 3 . . lw 0 0 Oft Aft 40 .. ,. .M "` , .. �, Ak 40 -4 Alb • . . ,M .r ., .. 0 • 4OF 'Iwo, .. r rr4w r Mr r [ MMM w rrdF r rr f do I r 4w 4ft dV 40 AN � �. rr r r ,rM. �UM w Aft Ab dft ♦ rM �► i I AWA Alk 0 • Ak r rww 40 Ah rr r iv ra MAll • OR 4"i a is Ah .� AN MA • �► 1 �r ' �...AM w �� No r� a 4b 4b dO 4h .. AV 0 _ � 6 TOO VILLAGE MANAGER MICHAEL E. JANONIS FROM: VILLAGE ENGINEER DATE: SEPTEMBER 2, 1998 SUBJECT: PROSPECT MANOR /WALNUT STREET PARKING RESULTS OF PUBLIC MEETING At the April 21, 1,998 Village Board Meeting the Safety Commission recommendations for the parking restrictions on Walnut and Prospect Manor were deferred and sent back to staff to develop alternate parking solutions. The needs of these streets in relation to resident use, business parking and emergency vehicle access often conflict. Staff presented the alternate plan to the concerned property owners at a meeting on August 51 19986 A brief recap of the history of this situation is provided below for your information. 1. December 1997 /Resident requested change in parking restrictions, 2. April 13, 1998 /Safety Commission recommends approval of No Parking Any Time on the east side of Prospect Manor Avenue between Northwest Highway and Walnut Street,, the west side of Prospect Manor Avenue between Walnut Street and Henry Street and the north side of Walnut Street between Ridge Avenue and Prospect Manor Avenue. A copy of the Safety Commission recommendations are attached. The Safety Commission also recommended removal of the island in the middle of Prospect Manor between Northwest Highway and Walnut Street and restudy the possibility of parking on both sides of the street. 3. April 21, 1998 /The Village Board reviewed the parking restriction - recommendations but deferred the item sending it back to staff to develop alternate parking solutions, 4. August 5,, 1998 /Village Staff presents alternate parking design to concerned parties, Minutes of the meeting are attached, Page 2 ... Prospect Manor /Walnut September 2, 1998 The existing configuration of the streets provides 47 on -street spaces on Prospect Manor (between Northwest Highway and Henry Street) and on Walnut Street (between Ridge Avenue and Prospect Manor). The spaces are all parallel parking spaces along the curb. The alternate parking plan presented to the property owners provided a total of 50 on�- street parking spaces, an Increase of 3 spaces, Design features include: Walnut, 70 degree angled parking stalls are shown replacing the south parkway, which provides 29 parking spaces. Four trees along the south parkway will require removal and no trees can be replanted since there will be no parkway on the south side of the street. The north curb is relocated 3' to the north to provide roadway width of 25' for through traffic'. No parking at any tirrie is recommend along the north curb to allow for adequate lane width for two-way traffic. No tree removal is anticipated along the north parkway. This is similar to the design configuration used for Boxwood Drive Prga,p.e U1 of the A119YX* The plan indicates that the center island will be removed to allow parallel parking to remain on both sides of the street and facilitate through tnaffic. A 5" grass parkway will replace the asphalt parkway on the west side of the street with sufficient room for parkway trees to be planted. Six parking spaces will be provided in accordance with Village Code requirements for proximity of parking with respect to intersections ra5 , anor (NA The west curb will be relocated 10' to the west to allow for a parking lane for 7 vehicles on the west side of the street. This location aligns with the west curbline south of the alley. 4 trees must be removed to accommodate this design, however a 5' parkway is proposed which will allow replacement trees to be planted. The east curb will remain. This will allow parallel parking on the east side of the street for 8 vehicles &H, I I a Alley of.wm It is proposed that the alley east of Prospect Manor and south of Walnut be resurfaced as part of this project. The alley is 16' wide and surrounded by adjacent parking area for businesses. Overall the proposed plan provides 50 parking spaces,, an increase of 3 spaces over the current configuration. However, the intent of the proposed plan is to minimize the impact of parking on the residents while maintaining or improving the existing parking capacity. The estimated cost of the improvements is $135,320. A preliminary estimate of cost is attached. Page 3 ... Prospect Manor / Walnut September 2, 1998 10 • ft 0 M M M 9-11 db 00 dik ff It is my recommendation that this compromise Solution be approved. It has the mi SUPPort of those who were in attendance at the meeting, It reduces the loss of' parking 'to the original red plan, it provides better access for residents for, the businesses compa to their properties, it eliminates the emergency vehicle access concerns during the heavy use period's andit is less costly, The elements of this compromise plan are: Walnut Walnut would be widened 10 feet, three feet to the north and seven feet to the south. This will widen the pavement from 25 feet to 35 feet, That width will allow for parallel parking lanes on both sides and a center drive lane of 17 feet, The parkway of the north side will be 115 feet wide and will allow the large existing trees to remain. The parkway on the south side will be 75 feet wide. The three large treys in the south parkway are, less structurallysound'than those In the, north parkway, "Those three plus, a smaller, maple tree wilt be removed and replaced with 7 new 4 Inch diameter - trees planted within the south parkway., i -of th,!PAI.�,r/)` The center island will be removed, to allow parallel parking to remain on both sides of the street and facilitate through traffic. A 5' grass parkway will replace the asphalt parkway, on the west side of the street with sufficient room for parkway trees to be planted, Six parking spaces will be provided in accordance with Village Code requ- intersections irements for proximity ofparkingwith respect rosoect M, art (North e A lley) i Olt bg on the west side of the street between Pa,rking restrictions, �will eliminate parki Monday through Saturday, Parking will still be allowed on the east, sidej of the street, No physical changes will be made to the curbs on either s,ide, Prospect Manor / Waln'U't September 2,, 1998' A119,Y JQu,th.DL)MpUj1* It is proposed, that the alley east of Prospect Manor an, d south of Walnut b A murfbced'as part oftN S, PrOjeCt,, The alley is 161 wide, and surrounded by aojaceint parking area for busi'nesses, I Attached is this compromise plan,, The estimate of cost for this plan is $ 106,7254 x-*\filade ngineer\traffic\traffic\pros man\brdrc98 dw-w d g a m . ...... . ... �,a �°� rW,✓+�,�. �� � ��' � � Il,w�,x �. �.:u.ww w,-.,.. � r �r.�xn� �& r, m .r, r _�.n».,� Y,m�r I: n � a .m, ........ �.mm� ✓rn . „ ..m...«rr mr ` WY. i� .�...,., rr.,...�r. y1.. �. xrr„mr,rR.,,,. 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Aggregate Base Course 251 0 CY 20.00 50000.00 8. 9. Bituminous Blinder Course, 1.5" Bituminous Surface Course 355 TN 32.00 11360.00 , 10. Concrete Curb and Gutter 355 TN 1,230 LF 35.00 10.00 12,425.00 12,300.00 11. 12. Tree Removal New Trees 4" Dia. 4 Ea 500.00 21000.00 13. Sod 9 Ea 500.00 41500.00 800 sY 5.00 41000.00 Sub Total $921805.00 Contingency (15%) 13.920.00 TOTAL $106,725.00 YW Director Water/Sewer Superintendent Glen R. .Ander MAINTAIN Roderick T O'Donovan Deputy Director Streets/Buildings Superintendent Sean P Dorsey Paul G, Bures Village Engineer f Forestry/Grounds Superintendent Jeffrey A. Wulbecker Sandra M. Clark Administrative Aide Vehicle/Equipment Superintendent Dawn L. Wucki James E. Guenther Solid Waste coordinator M. Lisa Angell Mount Prospect Public Works Department 1700 W. Central Road, Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056-2229 Phone B47/B70-5640 Fax e47/253-9377 TDO 847/392-1 235 September 3,-1998 Mr. and Mrs. Pociask 408 West Walnut Street Mount Prospect, IL 60056 Subject: Prospect Manor / Walnut Street Parking Dear Mr. and Mrs. Pociask: Your, letter dated August 15, 1998 concerning the subject parking issue has been passed on to the Village Board. The parking situation and the results of the August 5, 1998 public meeting will be presented to the Village Board at the Committee of the Whole Meeting on Tuesday, September 15, 1998. The meeting will begin at 7:30 P.M. and will be held at the Village Senior Center, 50 S. Emerson Street in Mount Prospect. You are invited to attend this meeting to hear the Board's discussion as well as voice your opinion / concern about the parking situation. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at 870 - 56404, x:\riles\engineer\traffic\traff.r.\prois_man\walnres4 Recycled Paper - Printed with Soy Ink DirectorMAINTAIN Water/Sewer Superintendent Glen R Andler Roderick T O'Donovan Deputy DirectorSPStreets/Buildings Superintendent C, ean P Dorsey aul lures Village Engineer Forestry/Grounds Superintendent Jeffrey A. Wulbecker Sandra M, Clark Administrative Aide Vehicle/Equipment Superintendent Dawn L. Wucki James E, Guenther Solid Waste Coordinator M. Lisa Angell Mount Prospect Public Works Department 1700 W. Central Road, Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056-2229 Rhone 847/B70 -5B40 Fax 947/253-9377 TDID B47/392-1235 Subject: Prospect Manor I Walnut Street Parking On August 5, 1998 a public meeting was held to discuss alternate parking solutions for the subject area. The results of this meeting will be presented to the Village Board at the Committee of the Whole Meeting on Tuesday, September 15, 1998. The meeting will begin at 7:30 P.M. and will be held at the Village Senior Center, 50 S. Emerson Street in Mount Prospect. You are invited to attend this meeting to hear the Board's discussion as well as voice your opinion / concern about the parking situation. liq 11 �pil!l I 1 11 1 1 111 ���11111 I ��111 11 F H M*1 111 M2 Anil x:\fileslengineer\trafficlraffic\pros manWaInres1not I TO: VILLAGE MANAGER MICHAEL E. JANONIS FROM: VILLAGE ENGINEER DATE: APRIL 16, 1998 SUBJECT APRIL SAFETY COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION,, PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON PROSPECT MANOR AND WALNUT STREET The Safety Commission transmits their recommendation to approve the following-,, Remove the island in the middle of Prospect Manor between No,;*t1twestHighway and W It 'alnu�' Street and restudy the possibility, of, pa in on both sidef th e, street, The Safety Commission recommends approval of No Parking at any time at the follow' locations: The west side of Prospect Manor between Walnut and Henry, The north side of Walnut Street between Prospect Manor and Ridge, Thee side of Prospect Manor between Walnut and Northwest Highway In cons"I'deration of restodng some of the� parking that will be lost due to these parkiing restrictions, the Safety Commission recommended the removal of the landscaped island in Prospect,Mainor, from Northwest Highway to WalbutStreet. Parking on the east side could then be, reistoired. A prelimthary estimated cost forthe removal of''the island and installabon of full depth pavement is $10,000. By a vote of 8-0. the Safety Commission recommends approval of these parking restrictions and removal of the island. 1st Vila ge Board, Meefing Agenda. Pleaseinclude this on the,Apn*1 Enclosed are the Safety Commission Minutes from thatmeeting for reference. ul'bec er c: Village Clerk Carol Fields D HENRY ST WAI NU ST sl Q TO: VILLAGE MANAGER MICHAEL E. JANONIS FROVILLAGE ENGINEER DATE* APRIL 16, 1998 SUBJECT APRIL SAFETY COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION PARKING RESTRICTIONS AND ONE-WAY DESIGNATION OF ASPEN DRIVE The Safety Commission transmits their recommendation to approve the following: No Stopping, Standing or Parking on the west side of Aspen Drive between Maya Lane and Aztec Lane from 8 to 9:30 A.M. and from 3 to 4 P.M. on School days, 10 Designate Aspen Drive between Maya Lane and Aztec Drive One -Way Northbound at all times, Mr. John Nielsen of 1812 Aspen Drive requested parking restrictions and one-way designation of Aspen Drive because of the congestion and confusion around Robert Frost School (North) at times when students are being dropped off or picked up. Passage along Aspen Drive is extremely difficult during these periods of the day. Staff identified that with cars parked on both sides of the street, emergency vehicle access along those streets is extremely difficult Both the Fire Department and Police Department concurred. Parking must be restricted on one side of Aspen Drive to provide for emergency vehicle access. The Engineering staff sent out 22 surveys per the notification policy to all affected residents and businesses. 14 surveys were returned. The response was 12 to 1 in favor of the proposed parking restrictions on Aspen and 7 to -5 in favor of the proposed one-way designation. Both Rebert Frost School and River Trails Park District responded in favor of both recommendations. By a vote of 8-0. the Safety Commission recommends approval of this parking restriction and one-way street designation. Please include this on the April 21st Village Board Meeting Agenda. Enclosed are the Safety Commission Minutes from that meeting for reference. ulbecker c: Village Clerk Carol Fields Director Water/Sewer Superintendent Glen R. Andler MAINTAIN Roderick T O'Donovan Deputy Director Streets/Buildings Superintendent Sean R Dorsey Paul C. Sures Village Engineer Fares"/Grounds Superintendent Jeffrey A. Wulbecker Sandra M. Clark Administrative Aide Vehicle/Equipment Superintendent Dawn L. Wucki James E. Guenther Solid Waste Coordinator M. Lisa Angell Mount Prospect Public Works Department 1700 W. Central Road, Mount Prospect, Illinois B005B-2229 Phone 847/B70-5840 Fax 847/253-9377 TDO B47/392-1235 MINUTES OF THE MOUNT PROSPECT SAFETY COMMISSION I. CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the Mount Prospect Safety Commission was called to order at 7:40 P.M. on Monday, April 13, 1998. Ii. ROLL CALL 11 Upon roll call, the Safety Commission members introduced themselves to the audience. Present upon roll call: Lee Beening Chairman Chuck Bencic Commissioner Joan Biork Commissioner Andy Mitchell Commissioner Phyllis Moliere Commissioner Buzz Livingston Fire Department Ted Adamczyk Police Department Paul Bures Public Works/Streets Division Jeff Wulbecker Public Works/Engineering Division Absent: Nancy Bobikewicz Commissioner Others in Attendance: See attached list. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Mitchell, seconded by Commissioner Benciic, moved to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Safety Commission held on December 8, 1997. The Minutes were approved by a vote of 8- 0. IV. CITIZENS TO BE HEARD No citizens came forth at this time to discuss any topics that were not on the current agenda. I Recycled Paper - Printed with Soy Ink V. OLD BUSMESS V1. NEW BUSINESS A) Parking Restrictions on Prospect Manor Avenue from Northwest Highway to Henry Street and on Walnut Street from Ridge Avenue to Prospect Manor Avenue. Background Information Ms. Jill Swanson 412 W. Walnut Street requested parking restrictions on Manor Avenue and Walnut Street. She maintains that overflow parking from the customers and 0 employees of businesses along Northwest Highway utilize both sides of Prospect Manor Avenue and Walnut Street. This has created a difficult situation for cars traveling on Prospect Manor and Walnut. This has the effect of reducing these streets to one lane of traffic. Residents with driveways have a difficult time backing out of their driveways because of the locations of the parked cars. 2) Discussion Mr. Stanley Kania of 513 W. Henry, comer of Prospect Manor Avenue, referenced a letter sent by Engineering that indicated plans for banning parking completely on Henry. He is very much opposed to that, stating that he could consider alternate 'parking or two- hour parking during workdays, with these restrictions relaxed on week -ends. He is concerned about accessibility to his home for wheelchair-bound persons who would have to park a block away. Mr. William Annen of 801 S. Elm Street, builder and agent for the property occupied by Baird & Warner and by Sophie's, reminded the Commission that we are trying to entice business people to come into our village and build up the downtown business area to compete with Randhurst and (with business areas) at Busse Rd. & Route 58. The parking bans being discussed would support killing Mount Prospect's downtown area, not keeping it alive. Ken Olsen, Store Manager of J.C. Licht Co. at 500 W. Northwest Highway, stated that his business (paint store) has been at the same location for the past 40 years and they've never had a problem. He has 13 employees; 7 are in the building at any one particular time. Two-hour parking doesn't do him any good. With the parking bans being discussed, . C) his customers would potentially have to carry four of five buckets of paint for a distance of a block ... it doesn't work. Jill Swanson, 412 W. Walnut Street (on the comer, right behind J.C. Licht), stated the reasons she has requested the parking bans: Her driveway is regularly blocked by vehicles whose drivers are customers of the businesses on Northwest Highway. On two occasions, her garbage wasn't picked up. Her guests are forced to park several blocks from her home. Parking near her home on Saturdays is not possible from 7 in the morning until 7 at night. On one occasion, she's had to call the police because a vehicle parked partially on her apron prevented her from getting her van out of her driveway; the getting police were not able to do anything for her, telling her that she'll just have to wait for them to leave. Also business employees regularly walk across her lawn and throw garbage out of their cars; when approached, they claim they don't speak English. She told everyone present that she doesn't insist on a total parking ban, she just wants a solution that will allow her to be able to get out of her driveway. Chairman Beeninor stated that he drove Walnut Street last Thursday and noted parking on both sides of the street. He pointed out that something has to be done to address this situation, I that residents and businesses both pay taxes, and they must work together for a solution. He then asked the Police Department representative to address safety hazards in the area. Ted Adarnczyk of the Police Department responded that his department could do nothing., about the vehicles that block access to Ms. Swanson's driveway. He then addressed the audience stating that turning onto Prospect Manor off of Northwest Highway and from Walnut onto Prospect Manor is difficult, especially for fire engines and ambulances; parked cars on both sides of the street leave little room for maneuvering any vehicles. Ms. Swanson then reiterated that she doesn't want to drive any businesses out of the area, she supports these businesses, she shops at Sophie's and at J.C. Licht's. She just moved into Mount Prospect last year and doesn't want to be the "bad guy." Brian L. Weinberg, owner of Suburban Printing at 5 10 W. Northwest Highway, suggested getting rid of "that stupid island"; it would eliminate a traffic hazard and facilitate emergency vehicles turning onto Prospect Manor. Discussion followed on parking configurations and problems with speeding on various streets in Mount Prospect. Brian Weinberg took the floor stating that the problem is not employees' parking. There is little parking available for employees, let alone customers. These businesses have invested thousands of dollars in property and pay many thousands in property taxes. These parking problems are driving businesses out of Mount Prospect. The relocation place (Baird & Wamer) is moving out of Mount Prospect at the end of the month. The Prospect Catering building (512 W. Northwest Highway) has been vacant for 1-1/2 years. We need to have parking for our employees if we are to run our businesses; employees can't be expected to jostle their cars around every 2 hours (if a 2 -hour parking limit is imposed). Buzz Livingston of the Fire Department explained that a 100' ladder truck is taken on all fire calls; the body of the fire engine is 8' wide, 9' with the mirrors and railing. It is very important that they have at least 10' of space to maneuver their equipment, which is a problem when there are cars parked on both sides of the street; the island on Prospect Manor is also a problem to maneuver around. They sometimes have to drive around the block to answer a fire call. Mr. Ancien asked Mr. Wulbecker about utilities under the island and what it would cost (roughly) to remove the island; Mr. Wulbecker estimated roughly about $20,000. 4:� Mr. Weinberg asked about parking on Prospect Manor if the island were to be removed. I He reiterated that parking must not be banned on both sides of the street; his customers would then have to park on the next block, and residents there would then complain if these cars are parked in front of their homes. Parking must be allowed at least on one side of the street; his customers are in and out in 10 to 15 minutes. Chairman Beening, reminded Mr. Weinberg, that the proposed ban on both sides of the 0 lt� street on Prospect Manor involves only the block north of Northwest Highway. K More discussion followed on removing the island and about the narrow width of Walnut Street. Mr. Weinberg said he could live with one -side parking g if the islandgone one and his 11-11 customers still had somewhere close relative to his store to park. Chairman Beening asked Village Engineer Jeff Wulbecker. for his assessment of the 4 situation. Mr. Wulbecker responded that the Engineering staff investigated the situation. Their findings are as follows: a) - Prospect Manor Avenue between Northwest highway and Walnut Street has a 12' wide median which separates two 15' wide lanes of pavement. Cars of customers and employees of the businesses along Northwest Highway use this section to park. Some vehicles consistently park here all day, while others park for short durations. Some vehicles have been observed parking over the curb and on the parkway to allow enough room for through traffic. Because of the narrow pavement lane width, parked cars leave less than a typical lane width (12') for traffic to operate in. A Prospect Manor Avenue between Walnut Street and Henry Street is 22' wide. Cars associated with the businesses also park along both sides of this section of street. This causes difficult passage for vehicles, especially emergency vehicles. b) Cars also park along both sides of Walnut. However, cars are mostly observed parking along the south side of Walnut. The north side of the street is single-family residential, while the south side of the street is office and medical use. Cars parked on both sides of Walnut Street reduce it to a one lane road. This creates difficulty for emergency vehicle access. Residents also have a difficult time backing out of driveways. In areas where businesses and residences must coexist, the needs and desires of each conflict. This conflict is often seen in the battle over use of the public streets. The Village must prioritize the goals for the use of these streets. Of utmost importance is the necessity to provide access for emergency vehicles and general traffic. Next is the accessibility to property directly adjacent to the street. And finally to provide as much parking as is reasonably possible for the property owners (residential and business). Emergency Vehicle Access: Parking restrictions are necessary on both sides of Prospect Manor between Northwest Highway and Walnut Street but only on one side of Prospect Manor between Walnut and Henry and on one side of Walnut between Ridge and Prospect Manor to provide access. Private Property Access: Parking restrictions on one side of Prospect Manor and on one side of Walnut would provide enough room for access. Parking: Parking can be maximized by allowing it on the south side of Walnut and on the east side of Prospect Manor north of Walnut. Parking could be allowed on one side of Prospect Manor south of Walnut if the island was removed. However, no Village funding is currently available for this work. Chairman Beening again invited comments from the audience Mr. Weinberg asked if the recommendations were set before the meeting - before everyone had a chance to voice their opinion, then restated his desire to remove the island. He suggested that Village funds should be reappropriated for this, and then allow parking on one side of Prospect on the block just north of Northwest Highway. 0- Chairman Beening stated that the Safety Commission recommendation was not determined before this meeting, but to be decided at this meeting. He asked Village Engineer JeffWulbecker to explain the results of the resident survey. Mr. Wulbecker explained that his department had sent out a total of 15 surveys to collect and analyze residents' opinions. 15 surveys were returned to the Village, and results were as follows: (1) Parking Restrictions for Prospect Manor Avenue: 8 residents favored and 7 residents were against the proposed parking restriction. (2) Parking Restrictions for Walnut Street: 8 residents favored and 7 residents were against the proposed parking restriction. By a slight majority, those responding to the survey favored the parking restrictions. In general, the residents favored the parking restrictions and the businesses opposed the restrictions. Commissioner Bencic asked Buzz Livingston of the Fire Department what would be their major route when they need to come into this area; would they come north on Prospect? Captain Livingston answered that, in an emergency, they probably would enter Prospect Manor Avenue northbound from Northwest Highway. Chairman Beening then stated the Village Engineer's recommendations to the Commission: No Parking at any time for the following streets: 0 Both sides of Prospect Manor Avenue between Northwest Highway and Walnut Street. 0 The west side of Prospect Manor Avenue between Walnut Street and Henry Street. 01 The north side of Walnut Street between Ridge Avenue and Prospect Manor Avenue. A lengthy discussion of the recommendations followed, and Village Engineer Jeff Wulbecker stated that the Safety Commission's recommendations would be brought before the Village Board on Tuesday, April 21, at 730 PM at the Senior Center. Anyone not agreeing with these recommendations may offer other suggestions at that time. Commissioner Mitchell, seconded by Commissioner Bencic, moved to recommend removal of the center island from Prospect Manor Avenue and, once the island is removed, to review the parking situation. The motion was approved by a vote of 8-0. R Mr. Annen suggested that he might have enough space for diagonal parking (if the island were removed) in front of his property. After discussing the issue with the Village Engineer, it was concluded that the configuration wouldn't work, because there isn't enough space. Chuck Bencic suggested that the recommendation should be amended to include a parking ban on I Prospect Manor north of Walnut Street and on Walnut Street,, and recommend that only the east side of Prospect Manor Avenue between Northwest Highway and Walnut Street be restricted to no parking at any time. More discussion followed on removal of the island to remove -a hazard, especially for emergency vehicles. Paul Bures of the Public Works Department pointed out that the. major issue here is safety. Now that the problem with the island has become a major safety issue, we are legally responsible to act on it. Chair -man Beening asked for a recommendation from the Commission. Commissioner Bencic said it would be more beneficial if we addressed the parking with one recommendation, and the island with another recommendation. Two separate motions have a better chance. Commissioner Mitchell, seconded by Commissioner Bjork, moved that a recommendation be made to remove the island on Prospect Manor Avenue between Walnut Street and Northwest Highway. The motion was approved by a vote of 8-0. Chairman Beening asked for the second recommendation, to approve: No parking on the west side of Prospect Manor between Walnut and Henry No parking on Walnut Street between Prospect Manor and Ridge on the north side On the east side of Prospect Manor between Walnut and N.W. Hwy., there will be no parking. On the west side on Prospect Manor between Walnut and N.W. Hwy., there will be parking. The motion was approved by a vote of 8-0. B) PARKING RESTRICTION REQUEST ON ASPEN DRIVE AND ONE WAY STREET DESIGNATION Background Information Mr. John Nielsen of 1812 Aspen Drive requested: No Stopping, Standing or Parking on the west side of Aspen Drive between Maya Lane and Aztec Lane from 8 to 9:30 A.M. and from 3 to 4 P.M. Northbound One -Way Street Designation on Aspen Drive between Maya Lane and Aztec Lane at all times. roll 2) Staff Observations: Aspen Drive is 26' wide between Maya Lane and Aztec Lane. The west side of the street is single family 'residential. On the east side of the street is Aspen Trails Park (River Trails Park District), Robert Frost School (North) and four single family residences north ,,of the school. Cars associated with the school park along both sides of this section of street, causing difficult passage for vehicles, including emergency vehicles. Traffic is very congested and in conflict during the morning and evening pick-up hours. Im The school has recently submitted plans for A building addition and parking lot expansion. The Village and the school are working together to provide as much parking as possible within -those improvements. These restrictions have been discussed with the school principal who has indicated that he is in favor of these changes. The Park District has also responded in favor of these changes. 3) Discussion Mr. Nielsen summarized the conditions that led to his request, stating that overflow parking from Robert Frost (North) School staff members utilize Aspen Drive. In addition student pick-up and drop-off operations take place on Aspen Drive for parents. During beginning and end of school, vehicles are parked on both sides of Aspen Drive. This constricts traffic to one lane, causing many near miss accidents. This also makes it extremely difficult for an emergency vehicle to access this block. Parents picking up children often turn, around and park in residents' driveways, causing great inconvenience to the residents. Mr. Nielsen restated the recommendations he and his wife proposed: a) Make Aspen Drive a one-way street northbound, or ban southbound entry into Aspen Drive between 8 and 9 AM and between 3 and 4 PM on school days. b) Post signs indicating no parking, standing or stopping between 8 and 9 AM and between 3 and 4 PM on school days in front of all Aspen Drive residences. c) Provide'adequate off-street parking for all school- associated personnel. This must be addressed by School District 21. d) Have the Mount Prospect police strictly enforce these regulations. Mr. Nielsen also suggested that implementation be accomplished before the start of the new school term. Mr. Gregg Crocker, principal of the school, said that the residents on the block will have to make some sacrifices for the safety of their neighborhood and the school is anxious to work with them to ensure that safety. He said that School District 21 has a plan for an addition that would also increase parking capacity in the school parking lot. Mr. Nielson suggested staggered dism'issal times for the 70 to 80 students that are part of a supervised after-school program between 3:330 and 6 PM. He said something needs to Z=W be done by the School District to address the traffic hazards caused when these children are picked up in the evening, ig Mr. William Mahrenholz of 1804 Aspen Drive, said that he and his wife support the Nielsens 100%. They are also inconvenienced by the traffic snarls before and after school activities, but their biggest concern is for the safety of the children. Principal Crocker again stated his willingness to work with the residents and pointed out that the proposed $2 million addition should pick up between 20 and 30 additional parking spaces, a far cry from what is needed, but they are out of space. He said that currently none of the children walk home anymore; all are either bussed or being picked up by cars. Discussion followed regarding traffic problems and safety hazards around the school during drop-off and pick-up times and additional parking problems caused by other activities held at the school. It was pointed out that, considering the circumstances, the Police do an incredibly good job directing traffic around the school. Mr. Nielsen said that traffic ordinances should be enforced with citations. He then asked Ted Adamczyk of the Police Department about traffic and parking problems at other schools in Mount Prospect. Mr. Adarnczyk said that these problems are typical and his department doesn't have enough manpower to enforce restrictions during all peak periods, Mr. Nielsen brought up the issue of one-way traffic restrictions on a part-time basis. Chairman Beening replied that such an arrangement would be too confusing for the residents. Chairman Beening pointed out that the Commission's focus is to protect the children and come up with recommendations to alleviate the concerns of the residents at the same time. Mr. Nielsen then asked if it would be better to make the restrictions full-time. Chairman Beening replied yes, and the audience indicated that they agreed. Robert Beutlich of 1802 Aspen Drive then said that we failed to mention that we have a problem every so often at night. When there are evening school functions and cars are parked on both sides of the street, it makes it difficult for emergency vehicles to access the area. Discussion followed on part-time and full-time parking restrictions. Chairman Beening then reported on the Engineering staffs survey as follows: A total of 22 surveys were sent out to collect and analyze the resident's opinion. 14 surveys were returned to the Village. a) Parking Restrictions for Aspen Drive: 12 residents favored and I resident was against the proposed parking restriction. t2 One resident did not vote on this issue. b) One -Way designation of Aspen Drive: 7 residents favored and 5 residents were against the one-way designation. One other resident did not es 1 vote on this issue. Village Engineer Jeff Wulbecker explained that the parking restrictions for Aspen Drive 0 `�' were for designated peak periods only; the one-way designation would be at all times. fiscussion followed on the proposed restrictions for Aspen DrivT. Chairman Beening pointed out that these recommendations are not set in stone; that if they don't work, we can make another recommendation, but we have to start somewhere. He then asked Village Engineer Jeff Wulbecker to comment. Mr. Wulbecker said that restricting parking on the west side of the street is necessary to provide emergency vehicle access during peak times during the school day. The One - Way street designation would help to provide order for traffic, creating a flow from south to north which would eliminate turning around in the driveways. Residents commented however that it would also inconvenience them. Some suggested imposing the One -Way designation only during certain hours (8 to 9:30 A.M. / 12 to I P.M. / 3 to 4 P.M.). In general, staff does not support restrictions such as this which might create confusion for motorists and are more difficult to enforce. However this type of designation has been used in other parts of the Village and around other schools with some degree of success. Staff would prefer the one-way designation at all times, especially if the residents support it. Chairman Beening asked Principal Crocker about construction dates for the school addition and could these recommendations (if passed) be abolished following the construction. Mr. Crocker said construction is scheduled to begin on June 8 and be completed at the end of this year; there is no intent to abolish the proposed restrictions,, Discussion followed and Chairman Beening asked Mr. Wulbecker for his recommendation. Mr. Wulbecker said staff recommends: 0, No Stopping, Standing or Parking on the west side of Aspen Drive between Maya Lane and Aztec Lane from 8 to 9:30 A.M. and from 3 to 4 P.M. • Designate Aspen Drive between Maya Lane and Aztec Lane One -Way Northbound at all times. The audience discussed safety and enforceability of other options, but *indicated agreement with the recommendations. Chairman Beening asked for a motion. Commissioner Mitchell, seconded by Commissioner Bjork, moved to concur with the Village Engineer's recommendations. The motion was approved by a vote of 8-0. Mr. Nielsen asked Chairman Beening if he recommends attendance at the Village Board C7 %_0 meeting. Chairman Beening encouraged attendance, and asked Mr. Wulbecker to send notices to everyone about the April 21 meeting. * Mr. Adamczyk of the Police Department suggested that the school send notices about the restrictions (if passed) home with the schoolchildren. VII. ADJOURNMENT With no further business to discuss) the Safety Commission voted 8-0 to adjourn at 9:25 PM., upon the motion of Commissioner Mitchell. Commissioner Moliere seconded the motion. Respectfully submitted, Public Works Secretj /td attach. x-.\files\frontoff\engimmgVnin98apr.doc 'O 11 11 10 NAME .......... VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT SAFETY COMMISSION MEETING ATTENDANCE SHEET April 13, 1998 ADDRESS Ile, 4 (�6.f /lS�a� 5/3w•�.��'2 I�l�.111.j LTC.` T J I TO: VILLAGE MANAGER MICHAEL E. JANONIS FROM: VILLAGE ENGINEER DATE: MAY 2811998 S U BJ ECT: PROSPECT MANOR /WALNUT STREET PARKING IMPROVEMENTS The Safety Commission recommended parking restrictions along Prospect Manor and Walnut Street in response'to alleviate traffic and parking concerns in that area. Upon consideration by the Village board of Trustees, the issue was referred back to staff for alternate solutions to the parking restrictions. The Engineering Staff has prepared the attached preliminary plan to address these concerns. EXISTING CONDITIONS: Attached is a plan which its the existing on -street parking availability on Walnut Street and Prospect Manor. There, are 47 on -street spaces onProspect Manor ( between Northwest Highway and Henry Street) and on Walnut Street (between Ridge Avenue and Prospect Manor). The spaces are all parallel parking spaces along the curb, PROPOSED PLAN DESIGN FEATURES: Also attached is a plan with an alternate on -street parking arrangement. This plan provides a total of 50 on -street parking spaces. Detail sheets are included which provide cross- sectional views of the existing and proposed conditions. Design features include: 70 degree angled parking stalls are shown replacing the south parkway, which provides 29 parking spaces. Three trees along the south parkway will require rovi removal. The north curb is relocated 3' to the north to provide roadway width of 25for through traffic. No parking at any time is recommend along the north curb to allow for adequate lane width for two-way traffic. No tree removal is anticipated along the north parkway. This is similar to the design configuration used for Boxwood Drive, The plan indicates that the center island will be removed to allow parallel parking to remain on both sides of the street and facilitate through traffic. A 5 grass par ay kw will be replace the asphalt parkway on the west side of the stree-pt with sufficient Page two ... Prospect Manor [Walnut Parking_ Improvements May 28, 1998 room for parkway trees to be planted. Six parking spaces will be provided in accordance with Village Code requirements for proximity of parking with respect to intersections. Pro ect Man r In 0 ,(North of the, Alley); The west curb will be relocated 10' to the west to allow for a parking lane for 7 vehicles on the west side of the street. This location aligns with the west curbline south of the alley. 4 trees must be removed to accommodate this design, however a 5' parkway is proposed which will allow replacement trees to be planted. The east curb will remain. This will allow parallel parking on the east side of the street for 8 vehicles. It is proposed that the alley east of Prospect Manor and south of Walnut be resurfaced as part of this project. The alley is 16' wide and surrounded by adjacent parking area for businesses. 10 Overall the proposed plan provides 50 parking spaces, an increase of 3 spaces over the current configuration. A preliminary estimate of cost is provided. The estimated cost of the improvements is $135,320. Following your review and concurrence from the Village Board of Trustees, I recommend that a neighborhood meeting be scheduled with the residents and businesses in this area to present this design and obtain their feedback. I will be happy to set up that meeting at your direction. lbecker cc: Glen R. Andler, Public Works Director x:\files\engineer\projects\streets\p mwalprk. m ml PROSPECT MANOR / WALNUT STREET PARKING IMPROVEMENTS ESTIMATE OF COST May 28, 1998 No. Item Quantity Unit Price Cost 1 Curb and Gutter Removal 1,480 LF $ 4.00 $ 60520.00 2. Excavation 750 CY 22.00 161500.00 3. Driveway Removal & Replace 320 SY 35.00 111200.00 3. Bituminous Surface Removal 31500 S 4.00 141000.00 4. Catch Basin, Type A 3 Ea 11750.00 51250.00 5. 12" Dia. Storm Sewer 50 LF 30.00 11500.00 6. Sidewalk Removal & Replace 400 SF 3.00 11200.00 7. Aggregate Base Course 400 C 20.00 81400.00 8. Bituminous Binder Course, 1.5" 400 TN 32.00 121800.00 9. Bituminous Surface Course 400 TN 35.00 14,000.00 10. Concrete Curb and Gutter 1,830 LF 10.00 181300.00 11. Tree Removal 10 S P 500.00 51000.00 12. Sod 600 S 5.00 31000.00 Sub Total $117,67'0.00 Contingency (15%) 17,050.00 TOTAL $1351320.00 Director yin R. Andler M" A IN TA I N Water/Sewer Sup,aWir"Iturident; Roder;ck T 0"Donovan Deputy Director Sean R Dorsey Streets/Buildings Superintendent Pa -U C. Bures Village Engineer Jeffrey A. Wulbecker Forestry/Ground& Superintendent Sandra M, Clark Administrative Aide Dawn L. Wucki Vehicle/Equipro,ent Soperirktendent JaMP-S E, Gve,rit!wr Solid Waste Coordinator M. Lisa Angell Mount Prospect Public 1whrorks Department 1700 W. Central Road, Mount Rrospect, Illinois 60056-2229 Rhone E347/870-5640 Fax E347/253-9377 TOO B47/392-1235 Resident / Business Owner Subject,: Prospect Manor / Walnut Street Parking Dear Resident / Business Owner: As directed by the Mayor and Board of Trustees at the April 21, 1998 Village Board ting, the Engineering Staff has developed an alternate plan concerning the parking situation at Prospect Manor Avenue and Walnut Street. The plan provides more parking than exists currently with fewer parking restrictions than originally proposed. The plan also ensures access for all residents to theirproperties without conflict with parked vehicles. 'The proposed plan will be presented to the effectedproperty owners at a meeting to be held on Wednesday, August 5, 1998, beginning at 7 P.M. at the Village Senior Center, 50 South Emerson Street. Your attendance at this meetings appreciated. The feedback received at this meeting will be presented to the Village Board at a subsequent Board Meeting. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at 870-5640* Very truly yours, Village of Mount Prospect y U becker, P.E. Ja, e gineer Cc: Village Manager Michael E. Janonis Public works Director Glen R. Andler x:Tiles\engineer\tratriclrafric\pros ..manNwainres2.doc Recycled Paper - Printed with Soy Ink I V. ISABELLA S 1-11 Z -6-- 3q -C W THAYER Y� I