PTC minutes_10.5.21 Parking and Traffic Commission
October 5,2021 Meeting Minutes
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Collins does not know the content of Sgt Henebury's letter and will not speak to it at the moment.
Collins briefly discusses the newly constructed sidewalks maintaining city-wide continuity. Collins notes
they are trying to have better enforcement for parents illegally lining up both sides of the street where
they are not supposed to be parking. Collins inquires if the neighbors prefer which side of the street is
restricted.
Mike Tremblay, 14 Russell Street
Tremblay addresses the commission.Tremblay's main concern is Russell Street used as a cut through to
avoid traffic on main streets like Cabot and Herrick Streets from normal traffic. He also discusses the
new sidewalks noting the odd numbered street side measures 7 ft wide;while the even numbered
street side measures 8 ft wide. As a result of the larger sidewalks buses cannot navigate down the
street.They end up causing bottlenecks choking off the flow of traffic.Tremblay expresses safety
concerns with firetrucks not being able to access or get down the street. He is a strong advocate for no
parking on the street.Tremblay was able to speak with all but two neighbors on his street who agree to
no parking.Tremblay would like to see the commission address the fact that large buses and trucks
cannot use it as a short cut. Residents should be able to use their street they live on.Tremblay suggests
large truck and bus restriction.They can use Sohier Road, Herrick Street, and Cabot Street.Those streets
were designed for large traffic.
Benevento acknowledges this is a multifaceted issue that requires a multipronged approach. Collins also
brings attention the railroad crossing on Cabot Street.The commission will further review and explore
mitigation options.
There being no additional comments; no further action required at this time.
S. New business
a. Sohier/Tozer Roads intersection design
Salt inquires if the commission has any say in the Sohier/Tozer Roads intersection design. Benevento
recaps the project progression noting it came before the commission awhile back. Collins provides the
updates. Members discuss the project in its current stages. Collins discusses the shared use path and its
possibilities especially for safety and connectivity. Salt notes the BBC would be anxious to see the final
plan product. Salt informs Wynne that Dan Brosnan is waiting to hear back on updates for the bike
parking and ordinance. Salt also notes the BBC is still looking to pursue bike infrastructure in joint
coordination with the commission and engineering department.
b. Welcome Richard Vincent
Benevento welcomes Mr. Richard Vincent as the replacement for Leslie Gould.
c. ADA sign compliance
Benevento noticed the painted handicap symbol is not compliant with ADA. Benevento notes Needham
was fined with not being compliant using the proper symbol. Benevento will send information to Collins
on updated literature.
6. Adjournment
Salt moves to adjourn. Binns seconds.The motion carries 6-0.
Meeting adjourned 10:40 a.m.
Next meeting scheduled for 11.9.21.