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Home My WebLink About11/26/2007 - I I - . ~ South old Transportation Commission Southold Town BaD Minutes ofthe Novemher 26, 2007 Meeting Called to Order 10:05 AM by Neb Brashich, Chair. Members Present Neb Brashich, Martin Flatley, Pete Harris, Frank Field, Councilman Tom Wickham, Amy Thiel, Heather Lanza, Jamie Richter, Ruth Oliva, Teresa Taylor (for new Greenport Rep., David Bauer), Tom Fox. Member Absent Margaret Brown. Also Present Julie Lane, - Suffolk Times, Stan Mickus and Dick MacMurray - Cross Sound Ferry. Minutes of October 29, 2007 Meeting Not presented. Village of Greenport Representative The Village has nominated David Bauer as its representative on the Commission. Warex Project in Mattituck Update A new site plan, which was highlighted by Amy Thiel, was discussed and approved by the Commission. The new plan features an increased building size, an adjusted traffic pattern with reduced landscaping, and a new right turn lane off Route 25 onto Factory A venue. A particularly noteworthy feature is a redesign of the building's appearance, with reference to the distinctive appearance of the Hess Gas Station in Bridgehampton (as presented by photos). Town OrientationlInterpretive Signage Project Update The contract with the RBA Group of Melville has been signed. Phase # 1, which is expected to start on December 1, 2007 and be completed by the end of February 2008, provides for a review and inventory of current signage and recommendations for adjusting the Town Code. The contract specifications call for the Town of Southold to coordinate with stakeholders and other interests concerning signage issues. After review by the Transportation Commission, the findings will be presented to the Town Board. A main goal of the study is the reduction and non-proliferation of signage. The Heritage at Cutchogue Update A letter from the Cutchogue Postmaster to the NYSDOT (with copy to the Town Board) was reviewed. The letter addressed safety and line of sight issues related to the Main Road traffic signal located at the intersection of New Suffolk Avenue and the Postmaster also made suggestions for the remediation of the traffic situation. North Fork Beach Condominium September 24 Request A petition signed by thirteen condo owners, which discussed traffic issues at the junction of Soundview Avenue and County Road 48, was reviewed. Separately, it is understood that the SCDPW will soon start a new drainage program in that area. ,- SCDPW County Road 48 - Roundabouts (2) and Soundview Site Updates - Brashich September 28 letter to Bill Hillman, DPW Chief Engineer A response to that letter is still outstanding. Various Parking/SignagelSpeed problems - NYS Route 2S - Brashich September 28 letter to Kevin Matthei, DOT Resident Engineer A response to that letter is still outstanding. Mattituck Stakeholders Traffic Safety Priorities It was reported that the Planning Board was collecting and cataloguing various stakeholders concerns. It was pointed out that the Chairman's earlier idea of a pilot program for dealing with similar issues might be commenced with these Mattituck issues. SEEDS Update Neb Brashich, Heather Lanza and Councilman Wickham attended a meeting last week. As previously reported, the Towns of East Hampton and Southampton have instituted ajoint shuttle bus service to Stony Brook University Hospital for senior citizens and the disabled. A program for school bus safety has also been instituted. It was also reported that the results of Suffolk County Transit's ridership survey will be ready in early 2008 and that the temporary LIRR extra rush-hour local train service between Speonk and Montauk is working well. The Volpe Center study commissioned by The Five Towns Rural Transit Group to cover the feasibility of an East End shuttle service is proceeding. With respect to land use issues, it was noted that, while the focus of development should be in hamlet centers, the SCDOH limits development because of sewage disposal issues. Old Business Traffic Silmage Councilman Wickham noted that the previously requested clearance signs for the LIRR trestle in Mattituck were still outstanding. Notwithstanding that the reconstructed clearance meets NYSDOT requirements, it was felt that the placement of signs reflecting the new clearance would be beneficial to motorists and truckers. He also noted that appropriate Left Turn signs at several intersections on CR 48 are still outstanding. Parking Problem NYS Route 25 and Champlin Place. Greenport Peter Harris noted that there appears to have been no action to date with respect to the issues previously raised and discussed. It was also noted that a public hearing with request to signage issues would be required. Bus Shelters The project is proceeding and construction should start in Spring 2008. However, while three shelters on public property have been approved, three others proposed for placement on private property have not yet been approved. 2 Amv Thiel As Amy is relocating and leaving the Planning Department, this is her last meeting with the Transportation Commission. The commissioners thanked Amy for her service and wished her well in the future. New Business Councilman Wickham reported that the Town Board has taken favorable note of the Commission's efforts on behalf of the Town and he also noted that the Town Board would be receptive to some level of regular funding for the Commission's activities. Mr. Wickham also reported that Congressman Bishop would be convening a meeting with the East End towns concerning helicopter overflight concerns. Next Meeting December 17, 2007 at 10:00 AM. Adjournment 11:40 AM Respectfully submitted, Thomas F. Fox 3