CITY OF WORCESTER | Traffic and Parking Committee Meeting | Wednesday, December 18, 2024 | Esther Howland (South) Chamber | Convened: 5:02 P.M. | Adjourned: 7:33 P.M. |
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Mayor
Joseph M. Petty | 
www.worcesterma.gov |
Clerk of the City Council
Nikolin Vangjeli | Committee Members | | Chairperson Donna M Colorio | | Vice Chairperson Khrystian E King | | Councilor Thu Nguyen |
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City Hall - 455 Main Street Worcester, Massachusetts | |
| Present Were: | Chairperson Donna M. Colorio
Councilor Khrystian E. King
Councilor Jenny Pacillo, who was appointed as temporary member of the committee | | | | | Also: | Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility Stephen Rolle
Assistant Director of Transportation and Mobility Todd Kirrane
WPD Sergeant Richard Cipro
Executive Director and CEO of the Worcester Regional Research Bureau Paul Matthews
Principal Staff Assistant An Pham, clerk | | | |
| 1. | Virtual Attendee Call-In Information | |
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| | | 1a. | Pursuant to Chapter 20 of the Acts of 2021 and in order to ensure active, public engagement, the City of Worcester currently allows for both in-person and remote participation at all City Council and Standing Committee meetings. To partake in the meeting, you may attend the meeting in-person within the meeting location, follow the below link to join via Zoom or dial the direct line as indicated. If you join a Zoom meeting by dialing in with a phone number, you can raise your hand by dialing *9.
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Traffic and Parking Committee Zoom Access Code: 928 9396 0051 | Attachments |
| 2. | Approval of the Minutes | |
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| | | 2a. | Order - That the City Council Standing Committee of Traffic and Parking hereby approves the minutes of the Traffic and Parking Committee meeting of November 20, 2024. | View Agenda | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to adopt the item. Order adopted on a roll call vote of 3 Yeas and 0 Nays | |
| 3. | Handicap Parking Petitions | |
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| | | 3a. | Felicia Martinez request installation of handicap parking space in front of 46 Richards St.
# 8e CC August 27, 2024
In Committee October 16, 2024 - Held
In Committee November 20, 2024 - Held
| Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to file, as the Worcester Housing Authority has provided on-site handicap parking.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to accept the recommendation.
Recommend File on a roll call vote of 2 Yeas and 0 Nays (King absent) | |
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| | | 3b. | Joseph Walsh request installation of handicap parking space at 75 West St.
# 9n CC September 24, 2024
In Committee October 16, 2024 - Held
In Committee November 20, 2024 - Held
| Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to hold, as there is a winter parking ban where the requested location is.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to amend the item to read as follows, “Joseph Walsh request installation of handicap parking space at 76 West St. opposite of 75 West St.”
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Hold as Amended on a roll call vote of 2 Yeas and 0 Nays (King absent) | |
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| | | 3c. | Edgar Cruz request removal of handicap parking space in front of 40 King St.
# 8m CC November 12, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to approve.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval on a roll call vote of 2 Yeas and 0 Nays (King absent) | |
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| | | 3d. | Raymond Eliason request installation of a handicap parking space in front of 8 Shepard St.
# 8p CC November 12, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the following speakers:
1. Raymond Eliason, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
2. Betty Mograss, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to hold, as there is winter parking ban where the requested location is.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to amend the item to read as follows, “Raymond Eliason request installation of a handicap parking space in front of 5 Shepard St., opposite of 8 Shepard St.”
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Hold As Amended on a roll call vote of 3 Yeas and 0 Nays | |
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| | | 3e. | Mateo Caicedo Burgos request removal of handicap parking space in front of 34 Newbury St.
# 8u CC November 12, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to approve.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval on a roll call vote of 2 Yeas and 0 Nays (King absent) | |
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| | | 3f. | Ivette Navarro request installation of a handicap parking space in front of 31 Oxford St.
# 8g CC November 19, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to file, as a handicap parking space has been installed opposite #31 Oxford St.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to accept the recommendation.
Recommend File on a roll call vote of 2 Yeas and 0 Nays (King absent) | |
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| | | 3g. | Kevin T. Baldwin request removal of handicap parking space in the vicinity of 100 Kendig St.
# 8j CC November 19, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the following speakers:
1. Ifeyinwa Egwuatu, Worcester resident, spoke in opposition to the item
2. Mary Leovich, Worcester resident, spoke in opposition to the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to file, as the handicap parking space is still being used.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to accept the recommendation.
Recommend File on a roll call vote of 3 Yeas and 0 Nays | |
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| | | 4a. | Councilor George J. Russell on behalf of Michael Carbonneau request the existing bus stop at the corner of Greenwood St. and Ekman St. be relocated back to its original location in front of 16 Greenwood St.
# 8b CC September 10, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to file, as the current location provides better spacing between the stops before and after and is located at an intersection.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to accept the recommendation.
Recommend File on a roll call vote of 2 Yeas and 0 Nays (King absent) | |
| 5. | Crosswalk and Lighted Crosswalk System Petitions | |
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| | | 5a. | Caitlin R. Doyle request installation of solar-powered pedestrian crossing signage at the existing crosswalk at the intersection of Harding St. and Winter St.
# 7o CC August 27, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the following speakers:
1. Caitlin R. Doyle, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to file.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio then discussed installation of additional secondary stop signs with the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized Councilor Pacillo, who spoke concerning the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio brought forth the following Chairman’s Order: 1) Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility install lane markings that highlight the statutory No Parking zone approaching the intersection of Harding St. and Winter St. from the west on Water St.; and 2) Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility add secondary stop signs on the right side of the intersection of Harding St. and Winter St.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to accept the recommendation.
Recommend File on a roll call vote of 3 Yeas and 0 nays | | | | | | | | Chairman's Orders | | | | Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility install lane markings that highlight the statutory No Parking zone approaching the intersection of Harding St. and Winter St. from the west on Water St. | | | | Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility add secondary stop signs on the right side of the intersection of Harding St. and Winter St. | |
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| | | 5b. | Caitlin R. Doyle request installation of solar-powered pedestrian crossing signage at the existing crosswalk at the intersection of Harding St. and Pond St.
# 7p CC August 27, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the following speakers:
1. Caitlin R. Doyle, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
2. Nathalie Gibson, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to approve pending funding.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized Speaker #2, who discussed the feasibility of installing larger stop signs or LED-rimmed stop signs with the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio brought forth the following Chairman’s Order: Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility install Pedestrian Crossing signs at the intersection of Harding St. and Pond St.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval pending funding on a roll call vote of 3 Yeas and 0 Nays | | | | | | | | Chairman's Orders | | | | Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility install Pedestrian Crossing signs at the intersection of Harding St. and Pond St. | |
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| | | 5c. | Caitlin R. Doyle request installation of solar-powered pedestrian crossing signage at the existing crosswalk at the intersection of Harding St. and Harrison St.
# 7q CC August 27, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the following speaker:
1. Caitlin R. Doyle, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to file and discussed the process relative to accepting donations for installation of traffic control devices with Speaker #1 and the Principal Staff Assistant.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who discussed the procedural motions relative to the item.
Chairperson Councilor brought forth the following Chairman’s Order: 1) Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility install All Way Stop Control plaques at the intersection of Harding St. and Harrison St.; 2) Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility extend the painted stop bar and apply hatched lane markings to delineate the 20 foot statutory No Parking zone approaching the crosswalk on the western approach of the Harding St. and Harrison St. intersection; and 3) Request Standing Committee on Public Works review the feasibility of installing a streetlight on the northwestern corner of the intersection of Harding St. and Harrison St., pending funding.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to accept the recommendation.
Recommend File on a roll call vote of 3 Yeas and 0 Nays | | | | | | | | Chairman's Orders | | | | Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility install All Way Stop Control plaques at the intersection of Harding St. and Harrison St. | | | | Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility extend the painted stop bar and apply hatched lane markings to delineate the 20 foot statutory No Parking zone approaching the crosswalk on the western approach of the Harding St. and Harrison St. intersection. | | | | Request Standing Committee on Public Works review the feasibility of installing a streetlight on the northwestern corner of the intersection of Harding St. and Harrison St., pending funding. | |
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| | | 5d. | Lynnel Reed-Powell request crosswalks be painted at the intersection of Woodbine St. and Beaver St.
# 8d CC August 27, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the following speakers:
1. Lynnel Reed-Powell, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
2. Joseph Corazzini, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to approve pending funding for construction of ADA compliant ramps.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval on a roll call vote of 3 Yeas and 0 Nays | |
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| | | 5e. | Matthew N. Noe request the pedestrian crossing signal timing at the intersection of Front St. and Foster St. be reconfigured to be at least 45 seconds, ideally up to 60 seconds.
# 8s CC August 27, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Vice Chairperson Councilor Pacillo recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read the item.
Vice Chairperson Councilor Pacillo recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to file, as DTM is reprogramming the traffic signal to bring the pedestrian crossing parameters into compliance with federal and state standards.
Vice Chairperson Councilor Pacillo moved for a roll call vote to accept the recommendation.
Recommend File on a roll call vote of 2 Yeas and 0 Nays (King absent) | |
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| | | 5f. | Luca Nova Webb request installation of flashing crosswalk signage on Lancaster St. at the Worcester Art Museum (55 Salisbury St.) crosswalk.
# 8t CC August 27, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to approve pending funding.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval on a roll call vote of 2 Yeas and 0 Nays (King absent) | |
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| | | 5g. | Councilor Jenny Pacillo request installation of a high-intensity activated crosswalk (HAWK) at the median in the vicinity of 570 Lincoln St. and 591 Boylston St.
# 9a CC August 27, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to file, as 571 Lincoln St. has an existing full traffic signal at the crosswalk across Lincoln St. in front of Lincoln Street School and there are other plans to address traffic challenges on Lincoln St.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized Councilor Pacillo, who spoke concerning the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to accept the recommendation.
Recommend File on a roll call vote of 2 Yeas and 0 Nays (King absent) | |
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| | | 5h. | Joseph Corazzini, on behalf of Clark University, request installation of crosswalk on Woodland St. at the intersection of Charlotte St. and Woodland St.
# 9d CC August 27, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the following speaker:
1. Joseph Corazzini, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to approval pending funding.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval pending funding on a roll call vote of 3 Yeas and 0 Nays | |
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| | | 6a. | Lynnel Reed-Powell request installation of No Parking From Here to Corner signage on Birch St. at the intersection of Birch St. and Beaver St.
# 8c CC August 27, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the following speaker:
1. Lynnel Reed-Powell, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to approve of 20 foot No Parking Anytime zone on both sides of Birch St. at Beaver St.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval on a roll call vote of 3 Yeas and 0 Nays | |
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| | | 6b. | Rakesh Bhaskar et al. request installation of No Parking Anytime zone and pavement markings 30 ft. in advance of crosswalks of traffic signals at 70 James St.
# 8r CC August 27, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to file.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio brought forth the following Chairman’s Order: Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility update signage and lane markings to clarify statutory No Parking zones and bus stops in the vicinity of crosswalks at 70 James St.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to accept the recommendation.
Recommend File on a roll call vote of 2 Yeas and 0 Nays (King absent) | | | | | | | | Chairman's Orders | | | | Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility update signage and lane markings to clarify statutory No Parking zones and bus stops in the vicinity of crosswalks at 70 James St. | |
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| | | 6c. | Councilor Jenny Pacillo request Leeds St. be reviewed for speed calming measures, including “No Parking Anytime” signage on one side of the street.
# 9c CC August 27, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the following speakers:
1. Steve Harvey, Worcester resident, spoke neither in favor nor opposed to the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized Councilor Pacillo, who discussed the intention of the petition with Speaker #1.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility and the Assistant Director of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to approve No Parking on even side.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized Councilor Pacillo, who discussed neighborhood outreach concerning the installation of No Parking Anytime zone with the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio brought forth the following Chairman’s Order: Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility work with the district councilor and neighborhood to identify potential crosswalk locations to improve pedestrian safety along Leeds St.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Hold on a roll call vote of 2 Yeas and 0 Nays (King absent) | | | | | | | | Chairman's Orders | | | | Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility work with the district councilor and neighborhood to identify potential crosswalk locations to improve pedestrian safety along Leeds St. | |
| 7. | Resident Permit Parking Petitions | |
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| | | 7a. | Abdulrhman Abouali request installation of residential permit parking on Portland St.
# 7s CC August 27, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to file, as the neighborhood is zoned for business use and is comprised of a mix of different use types; it is not a residential neighborhood subject to impact from a nearby institutional use. Implementation of an RPP here would prioritize personal automobile storage over the access needs of the other uses in this mixed-use neighborhood.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to accept the recommendation.
Recommend File on a roll call vote of 2 Yeas and 0 Nays (King absent) | |
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| | | 7b. | Ron Smith et al. request expansion of residential permit parking zone on Germain St. to encompass the street from Institute Rd. to Highland St.
# 7t CC August 27, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the following speakers:
1. Jen (No last name given), Worcester resident, spoke in opposition to the item
2. Colleen W., Worcester resident, spoke in opposition to the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized Councilor Pacillo, who spoke concerning the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to hold, as further study is needed.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio then discussed institutional impact from the building of the stadium in the area with the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized Councilor Pacillo, who discussed neighborhood outreach relative to the extension of resident permit parking.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Hold on a roll call vote of 3 Yeas and 0 Nays | |
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| | | 7c. | Sherri Ford and Mary Frazier request installation of residential permit parking on Windsor St. from McKinley Rd. to Sturgis St.
# 7x CC August 27, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the following speakers:
1. Lisa Poske, Worcester resident, spoke in opposition to the item
2. No name given, Worcester resident, spoke neither in favor nor opposed to the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the WPD Sergeant, who discussed regulations and intent relative to resident permit parking program with Speaker #2 and the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to file.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to accept the recommendation.
Recommend File on a roll call vote of 3 Yeas and 0 Nays | |
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| | | 8a. | Robert Bilotta request installation of four way stop sign at the intersection of Anna St. and Coburn Ave.
# 8a CC August 27, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the following speaker:
1. Robert Bilotta, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to file, as the location does meet any of the necessary MUTCD warrants to justify installation of all-way stop control.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized Councilor King, who discussed alternative traffic calming solutions to address traffic issues at the intersection and history of speed humps installation on the street with the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to accept the recommendation.
Recommend File on a roll call vote of 3 Yeas and 0 Nays | |
| 9. | Traffic Control Signal Petitions | |
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| | | 9a. | Rakesh Bhaskar et al. request review of the traffic signal at 70 James St. to allow for instant change to the walk signal when pushing the pedestrian button or for said traffic signal to be changed to stop sign with flashing light.
# 8q CC August 27, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to file, as the pedestrian signal at 70 James St. lacks the required detection and controller equipment that would be necessary to operate in fully actuated mode with more responsive pedestrian activation.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized Councilor Pacillo, who spoke concerning the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio brought forth the following Chairman’s Order: Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility review the traffic signal at 70 James St. to reduce the minimum time between pedestrian cycles during off-peak hours.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to accept the recommendation.
Recommend File on a roll call vote of 2 Yeas and 0 Nays (King absent) | | | | | | | | Chairman's Orders | | | | Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility review the traffic signal at 70 James St. to reduce the minimum time between pedestrian cycles during off-peak hours. | |
| 10. | Traffic Sign Petitions | |
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| | | 10a. | Debra Abbott request signage at the Grove St. and Chester St. intersection be reviewed and updated accordingly.
# 8h CC August 27, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to file, as the segment of Grove St. is under MassDOT jurisdiction.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio brought forth the following Chairman’s Order: Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility contact MassDOT to request a review of pedestrian safety improvements at the intersection of Grove St. and Chester St.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to accept the recommendation.
Recommend File on a roll call vote of 2 Yeas and 0 Nays (King absent) | | | | | | | | Chairman's Orders | | | | Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility contact MassDOT to request a review of pedestrian safety improvements at the intersection of Grove St. and Chester St. | |
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| | | 10b. | Rakesh Bhaskar et al. request installation of "Stop for Pedestrians" signage at all crosswalks in the vicinity of the Worcester Wire Works building at 70 James St.
# 8p CC August 27, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to approve installation of pedestrian crossing signage at crosswalks in the vicinity of 70 James St.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval on a roll call vote of 2 Yeas and 0 Nays (King absent) | |
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| | | 10c. | Donna A. Pellerin request installation of speed limit signage on Granite St. in the vicinity of the intersection of Granite St. and Cliff St.
# 9e CC August 27, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to file, as Granite St. is under the Citywide Statutory Speed Limit and per MGL regulatory black and white speed limit signage cannot be deployed on streets under the statutory speed limit.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio brought forth the following Chairman’s Order: Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility review Granite St. for the installation of advisory speed limit signs.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to accept the recommendation.
Recommend File on a roll call vote of 2 Yeas and 0 Nays (King absent) | | | | | | | | Chairman's Orders | | | | Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility review Granite St. for the installation of advisory speed limit signs. | |
| 11. | Winter Parking Ban Petitions | |
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| | | 11a. | Councilor Candy Mero-Carlson request the winter parking ban along the entire length of Lincoln St. be amended from a permanent ban on both sides of the road to only being in effect on both sides when declared.
# 8i CC September 17, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the following speaker:
1. Ruby Pezanetti, No resident given, spoke in opposition to the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who discussed results from traffic review on Lincoln St. and provided the recommendation to approve.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval on a roll call vote of 2 Yeas and 0 Nays (King absent) | |
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| | | 12a. | Petition of Colleen Kushlis request installation of safer curbing and marking of island at the intersection of Plantation St. and Natural History Rd.
# 7m CC August 27, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the following speaker:
1. Colleen Kushlis, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
2. No name given, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to file, as the intersection has been approved for the design and construction of a Traffic Signal making it a bad location for permanent changes in the interim given the financial costs of doing so.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio brought forth the following Chairman’s Order: Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility review the island at the intersection of Plantation St. and Natural History Rd. to identify and implement signage and pavement marking changes that increase safety at the location.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to accept the recommendation.
Recommend File on a roll call vote of 3 Yeas and 0 Nays | | | | | | | | Chairman's Orders | | | | Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility review the island at the intersection of Plantation St. and Natural History Rd. to identify and implement signage and pavement marking changes that increase safety at the location. | |
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| | | 12b. | Communication of Paul Matthews, Executive Director and CEO of the Worcester Regional Research Bureau, transmitting, "Public Par(king): Worcester’s Past, Present, and Future of Parking.”
# 16b CC August 27, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read items #12b through #12d.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Executive Director and CEO of the Worcester Regional Research Bureau, who provided a presentation on the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized Councilor Pacillo, who discussed impact on city’s budget if parking is made free at the Worcester Public Library, ways to increase safety and accessibility for WRTA services, costs relative to building parking lots and impact of eliminating parking minimum requirements on housing and apartments affordability with the Executive Director and CEO of the Worcester Regional Research Bureau and the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who discussed the alignment of the research reports with research relative to Vision Zero initiatives with the Executive Director and CEO of the Worcester Regional Research Bureau.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to recommend the item to be filed.
Recommend File on a roll call vote of 2 Yeas and 0 Nays (King absent) | |
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| | | 12c. | Communication of Paul Matthews, Executive Director and CEO of the Worcester Regional Research Bureau, transmitting, "Feeding the Meter: Public Parking Usage in Worcester.”
# 16c CC August 27, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Recommend File on a roll call vote of 2 Yeas and 0 Nays (King absent) (See Item #12b) | |
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| | | 12d. | Communication of Paul Matthews, Executive Director and CEO of the Worcester Regional Research Bureau, transmitting, "Toward Safer Streets: Identifying Risk Factors for Non-Motorists in Worcester."
# 16d CC August 27, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Recommend File on a roll call vote of 2 Yeas and 0 Nays (King absent) (See Item #12b) | |
| 13. | Communications of the City Manager | |
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| | | 13a. | Transmitting informational communication concerning enforcement statistics for residential permit parking violations.
# 10.11B CM August 27, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Principal Staff Assistant, who read items #13a and #13b.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved for a roll call vote to recommend the item be filed.
Recommend File on a roll call vote of 2 Yeas and 0 Nays | |
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| | | 13b. | Transmitting informational communication relative to 2024 Pedestrian Crashes on Lake Avenue, Lincoln Street, and Shrewsbury Street.
# 10.13C CM August 27, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Recommend File on a roll call vote of 2 Yeas and 0 Nays (King absent) (See Item #13a) | |
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