HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017-08-29 Transportation and Infrastructure MinutesCitv Council Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
TRANSPORTATION & INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE
Meeting Minutes
August 29, 2017- 5:30 p.m. - Foster Conference Room, 6300 Building
Councilmembers: Kate Kruller, Chair; Joe Duffie, De'Sean Quinn
Staff: Robin Tischmak, Pat Brodin, Gail Labanara, Laurel Humphrey
CALL TO ORDER: Chair Kruller called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
I. PRESENTATIONS
II. BUSINESS AGENDA
A. Sewer & Surface Water Capital Purchase: CUES MP+ Push Camera and Accessories
Staff is seeking Committee approval to purchase a CUES M+ push camera and accessories in
the amount of $12,716.00. Funding is available from the Sewer and Surface Water capital
machinery and equipment budgets. This camera will allow staff to reach structures and inspect
sewer and storm drainage lines that are not accessible with the camera truck and features
wireless integration for accurate record keeping. UNANIMOUS APPROVAL.
III. MISCELLANEOUS
Committee members and staff discussed follow-up information regarding recent public comment
on the following topics:
a) Neighborhood criteria for Speed Cushion Pilot Project
Committee members reasserted the need for clearly stated eligibility criteria for pilot
projects such as the speed cushions installed this year on South 160' St. Other
neighborhoods have been asking for traffic calming measures for years and
Councilmembers are unable to explain why South 160th St was selected over other areas.
While that street is in the mix of many roads in Tukwila that have issues with speeders, it
doesn't have the high-density population nor high level of pedestrian traffic and students
walking to school as others identified by residents during Public Comment. Chair Kruller
noted that the optics don't look good to residents who notice the pilot was located near
where the Mayor and the Council President live and Councilmembers are asked for an
explanation.
The Committee agreed that data -based defensible criteria is key, and would like a staff
report on the criteria, duration of the pilot, and a work plan that matches the criteria set to
a schedule going forward. This will help people in Tukwila see it as a transparent process
that is fair and equitable to the casual observer.
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Councilmember Quinn suggested bringing the Council a budget proposal for a City-wide
traffic calming plan that addresses key speeding issues in different areas that would be cost
effective. Councilmember Duffie asked where the main speeding problems are in the city.
Staff will follow up with the Police Department to address this question.
b) Portable speed display and collection signs.
Staff updated the committee on the portable speed signs, which are moved around to
different areas of the city and collect speed data.
c) Speeding on South 148th Street and 461" Avenue South
The Committee was briefed on an engineering analysis of this intersection from 2014. At
that time, it was determined that a request for a 4 -way stop was not warranted per
engineering standards, but the City did install an additional stop and reflectorized
guideposts on 46' Avenue South. Additional pedestrian warning signs were also installed.
Stop signs are not intended to control speeds and unwarranted stops are often ignored by
drivers. The Police Department has stepped up patrols and enforcement at that
intersection based upon the recent public comments. Speed cushions may be an option for
this area.
d) Status of South 144th Street Phase II Construction Project
This project was delayed because of Seattle City Light and the Contractor's electrical
subcontractor, but is making progress again. One lane westbound is scheduled to be
reopened to traffic on 9/1/17. Staff estimates completion at the end of October.
The Transportation Committee Meeting adjourned at 6:24 p.m.
-�% Committee Chair Approval
Minutes by LH, reviewed by GL