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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/11/2011 TSC MinutesDirector Glen R. Andler Mount Prospect Public Works Department 1700 W. Central Road, Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056 -2229 MINUTES OF THE MOUNT PROSPECT SAFETY COMMISSION DRAFT CALL TO ORDER Deputy Director Sean P. Dorsey The regular meeting of the Mount Prospect Safety Commission was called to order at 7:08 p.m. on Monday, April 11, 2011. ROLL CALL Present upon roll call Chairman Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner Police Department Representative Fire Department Representative Traffic Engineer —Staff Liaison John Keane Chuck Bencic Angel Campos Robert Fisher Fred Pampel Carol Tortorello Bob Smith Henry Dawson Matt Lawrie Absent: Paul Bures Others in Attendance: None Public Works Representative APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Bencic, seconded by Commissioner Tortorello, moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the Safety Commission held on March 14, 2011. The minutes were approved by a vote of 8 -0. CITIZENS TO BE HEARD There was no one in attendance that spoke on an issue not on the agenda. Safety Commission Meeting Page 1 of 5 April 11, 2011 OLD BUSINESS A. VILLAGE CODE AMENDMENT— CHAPTER S:ARTICLE 10: SAFETY COMMISSION 1) Background Information Current language in the Village Code calls for the Safety Commission to review a wide variety of issues beyond traffic including water and air pollution. So that the Village Code better reflects the actual objective and duties of today's Commission, Staff is proposing to amend the section of the Village Code that pertains to the Safety Commission. This is not an abolition of the Commission but rather a redefining of its purpose, objective and duties. Last month the Commission discussed the draft ordinance and provided several comments. The Engineering Staff has reviewed the comments with the Village Attorney and Village Manager, and has updated the ordinance based on the Commission's feedback. 2) Proposed Amendment Chapter 5: Article X Transportation Commission 5.1001: CREATION AND PURPOSE There is hereby established the Mount Prospect Transportation Safety Commission to assist, inform and advise the Village's staff and elected officials on matters pertaining to the transportation of people and materials within the Village, between the Village and adjoining municipalities, and throughout the northeastern Illinois region as it affects the Village. 5.1002: MEMBERSHIP The Transportation Safety Commission shall consist of nine (9) voting members and one (1) non- voting member, who shall be appointed as follows: A. The Village President with the advice and consent of the Board of Trustees shall appoint six (6) voting members, not in the employ of the Village, who have an interest in the transportation of people and materials, and transportation safety. These members shall serve without compensation. B. The Chief of Police, Fire Chief and Director of Public Works shall assign a representative from the Mount Prospect Police Department, Mount Prospect Fire Department and Mount Prospect Public Works Department, respectively, to serve on the Commission as voting members without additional compensation. C. A representative of the Engineering Division shall serve without additional compensation as an ex officio, nonvoting member of the Commission and shall perform the duties of the Secretary of the Commission. D. The Village President, with the advice and consent of the Board of Trustees, shall appoint the Chairperson of the Commission, and consider the recommendation of the Commission members in so doing. The Chairperson shall serve no more than two (2) consecutive terms in the position. Safety Commission Meeting Page 2 of 5 April 11, 2011 E. Vacancies on the Commission shall be filled for the unexpired term of the Chairperson or any member who is not employed by the Village, by appointment of the Village President with the consent of the Board of Trustees. The term of office for members, who are not employed of the Village, shall be for a period of four (4) years or until their qualified successors are appointed. Any member shall be eligible for reappointment. The members of the Commission shall select from its membership a Vice Chairperson who shall serve as acting chairperson whenever the Chairperson appointed by the Village President is absent from the meeting. The Vice Chairperson shall serve no more than two (2) consecutive terms in the position. The Village President, with the advice and consent of the Board of Trustees, shall have the power to remove any member of the Commission. 5.1003: OBJECTIVE AND TOPICS OF DISCUSSION The objective of the Transportation Safety Commission shall be to encourage and facilitate safe and efficient transportation throughout the Village, between the Village and adjoining municipalities, and throughout the northeastern Illinois region as it affects the Village. The Commission shall function as advisor to Village staff, the Village President and Board of Trustees on the following transportation topics: A. The efficient and safe movement of vehicles, bicycles and pedestrians along Village, County and State roads. B. Safety plans around schools, churches and other locations that generate a high level of vehicle /pedestrian interaction. C. Bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure projects in support of the Village's Comprehensive Plan and Bicycle Plan. D. On- street parking and Village -owned parking lots. E. Mass transportation including trains, buses and other such means. F. Multi- jurisdiction and regional transportation issues. 5.1004: DUTIES In advising and assisting Village staff, the Village President and Board of Trustees, the Transportation Safety Commission shall have the following duties: A. To review and consider topics described in Section 5.1003 of this Code, and to recommend such action, as it deems appropriate, to the Village President and Board of Trustees. B. To consider and make recommendations on transportation issues, as directed by the Village President and Board of Trustees. Safety Commission Meeting Page 3 of 5 April 11, 2011 C. To provide feedback and recommendations to Village staff on local and regional transportation projects and programs presented to the Commission by the Engineering Division or others. D. To create an open atmosphere that allows the public to communicate with the Commission and participate in its meetings. E. To invite and encourage community organizations such as schools, churches, homeowner associations and civic groups to participate in the work of the Commission. F. To submit correspondence to the Village President and Board of Trustees on all activities of the Commission including, but not limited to, agendas, meeting minutes and recommendations. G. To request statistical and other information from Village departments for review in relation to the Commission's duties. H. To consider appeals from decisions of the Engineering Division with respect to sight obstructions, as provided in Section 9.308 of this Code. 5.1005: MEETINGS The Transportation Safety Commission shall meet on the second Monday of each month unless notice of cancellation is given by the Chairperson or Director of Public Works. The Chairperson may call for special meetings as needed. The Commission shall adopt rules for the conduct of its meetings and keep written minutes of all meetings and proceedings. All meetings and actions of the Commission shall be conducted in accordance with the requirements of the Illinois Open Meetings Act. 3) Discussion Traffic Engineer Lawrie went over the changes to the ordinance since the last meeting. Commissioner Bencic asked a couple of clarifying questions. There was agreement from the members that the changes have addressed their previous comments. Commissioner Fisher made a motion to approve the updated ordinance that replaces the current language in the Village Code. The ordinance redefines the purpose, objective and duties of the Commission including changing the name to the Transportation Safety Commission. It was seconded by Commission Pampel. Each member was asked individually their vote. The motion was approved by a vote of 8 -0. NEW BUSINESS There was no new business to discuss. COMMISSION ISSUES Traffic Engineer Lawrie summarized the applications submitted by the Village as part of the CMAQ Program. He touched on the following potential projects: Safety Commission Meeting Page 4 of 5 April 11, 2011 1. Golf Road Corridor Bike Route 2. Kensington Road Shared Use Path 3. Melas- Meadows Bridge 4. Rand -83- Kensington Intersection Study 5. Rand - Central -Mount Prospect Intersection Study Traffic Engineer Lawrie said the Village should know whether any of the projects have been accepted by the review committee in August. He will keep the Commission informed on the status of these projects. There was some general discussion on the status of the STAR Line Project and Elgin- O'Hare Western Bypass Project. Traffic Engineer Lawrie said he believed the STAR Line Project was running into funding issues and would not be moving forward anytime soon. However, the State has programmed funds for the Elgin- O'Hare Western Bypass Project, and environmental and design studies are proceeding. Commissioner Tortorello brought up the issue whether golf carts and other similar motorized vehicles are allowed on the road without the driver having a license. Officer Smith responded that such motorists are to have a valid license and that concerned motorists can contact the Police Department if they witness such a vehicle inhibiting traffic. ADJOURNMENT With no further business to discuss, the Safety Commission voted 8 -0 to adjourn at 7:42 p.m. upon the motion of Commissioner Bencic. Commissioner Campos seconded the motion. Respectfully submitted, / / Matthew P. Lawrie, P.E. Traffic Engineer h:\ engineering\ traffic\ safety_ commission \recs &rains \apri111minAoc Safety Commission Meeting Page 5 of 5 April 11, 2011