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City of Moline Traffic Engineering Committee met May 3.

Here are the minutes provided by the committee:

BOARD MEMBER	PRESENT	ABSENT
Laura Klauer	X
Steve Regenwether	X
Matt Russell	X
Michael Schenk	X
Josh Whiting	X
Hollan Phillips	X

CALL TO ORDER

Chairperson, Laura Klauer, called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m. in the Public Works Conference Room.

ROLL CALL

Laura Klauer, Chairperson

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Traffic Engineering Committee meeting minutes of April 5, 2022: PASSED

NON-CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS

1. Request for flashing stop signs at the 3-way stop on 53rd St and 5th Avenue.

Explanation: Resident requests that the 3-way stop signs on 53rd St and 5th Avenue be changed to flashing stop signs. Resident stated that since the alley was resurfaced, traffic has really increased. Resident states that the stop signs are ran many times throughout the day. Resident is concerned about safety of school children walking in the area.

There have been 4 accidents within 5 years at this intersection. 2018 (1), 2019 (2), 2022 (1). Discussion topics included; adding speed signs South of intersection on 53rd St for Northbound traffic, or adding red reflective paddles to stop signs.

Attachment: Yes

Staff Recommendation: Motion made to table agenda item once further information is received. Matt Russell to research what types of accidents (4) that took place at this intersection.

Board Member	Aye	Nay
Laura Klauer	X
Steve Regenwether	X
Matt Russell	X
Michael Schenk	X
Josh Whiting	X

Fiscal Impact: Josh Whiting states to add flashing stop signs, costs are approximately $1,500 - $1,700 plus installation per stop sign.

2. Request to add “2-hour parking” signs in city owned lot behind the Highland Building off of Avenue of the Cities.

Explanation: The city-owned lot behind the Highland Building on Avenue of the Cities is currently being used by residents of a nearby apartment building. This parking lot was intended for the use of businesses along Avenue of the Cities when on-street parking was removed. This concern was brought up by a business owner whom uses this lot. There is a recommendation for the lot to be 2- hour parking during the hours of 9:00AM-9:00PM (at a minimum).

Staff Recommendation: Motion made to table agenda item and do more research. As part of the approval process, need to confirm where the parking for the apartment units were to be. How plans were set up to provide parking for the residential tenants.

Board Member	Aye	Nay
Laura Klauer	X
Steve Regenwether	X
Matt Russell	X
Michael Schenk	X
Josh Whiting	X

3. The intersection of 3rd Street and 18th Avenue is listed in the City’s Ordinance as an All-Way Stop, but is signed as a Two-Way Stop. Clarification is needed.

Explanation: This intersection has a conflict between the Code of Ordinances and what is in place. Staff is looking for a recommendation from the Committee to either revise the Code, or to sign the intersection as a 4-way stop.

Staff Recommendation: Motion was made to revise the Code of Ordinance to a two-way stop.

Board Member	Aye	Nay
Laura Klauer	X
Steve Regenwether	X
Matt Russell	X
Michael Schenk	X
Josh Whiting	X

4. The intersection of 19th Avenue and 35th Street is listed in the City’s Ordinance as an All Way Stop, but is signed as a Two-Way Stop. Clarification is needed.

Explanation: This intersection has a conflict between the Code of Ordinances and what is in place. Staff is looking for a recommendation from the Committee to either revise the Code, or to sign the intersection as a 4-way stop.

Staff Recommendation: Motion was made to revise the Code of Ordinance to a two-way stop.

Board Member	Aye	Nay
Laura Klauer	X
Steve Regenwether	X
Matt Russell	X
Michael Schenk	X
Josh Whiting	X

OTHER TRAFFIC BUSINESS

Discussion of tabled agenda item from April 5, 2022 meeting.

Request to address on-street parking on the East side of 39th Street, from 2nd to 4th Avenue.

Matt Russell spoke with residents and took pictures of the parking in this location. Since speaking with residents, plows were removed. However, resident continues to park trailer on street. Russell placed sticker on trailer and since, the resident has attached trailer to vehicle.

Russell and Regenwether stated these issues, due to limited traffic, do not cause any obstructions for emergency vehicles.

Discussion also included the possibility of extending pavement to sidewalk and putting in curbing to eliminate the issue. However, this process would be costly.

Motion was made to remove tabled item and leave ordinance as is, with parking being allowed on both sides of street. Any issues will be addressed per resident complaint call being made to police.

Board Member	Aye	Nay
Laura Klauer	X
Steve Regenwether	X
Matt Russell	X
Michael Schenk	X
Josh Whiting	X

Next Traffic Committee Meeting to be held June 14, 2022 due to Laura Klauer out of office June 7th and new Engineer starting June 6, 2022.

PUBLIC COMMENT

Members of the Public are permitted to speak after standing and stating their names. Anyone wishing to make public comment will need to sign in on the public comment sign-in sheet.

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