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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1984-09-12-TSAC-min re Brandes, Waldorf School.pdf Tofu's of TJcxin2fon, c9Ufazzarhuscffz RECE SELECTMEN MEMORANDUM f a 31984 /O Margery M. Battin, Chairman TO: Board of Selectmen DATE: 09/13/84 PAGE: FRO Captain James J Lima, Acting Chairman SUBJECTWaldorf School Traffic Safety Advisory Committee CC Peter M. Chalpin, Chairman Dr Eric Clarke Mr Robert Boyer Mr Robert Trask On 09/12/84 the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee met at the police station library with Ms Patricia Brandes of the Waldorf School and one of her associates regarding their request for speed bumps at the "Adams School" and their shared concern for the safety of the school children. C The concept of speed bumps was discussed at great length and it was pointed out to the petitioners that speed bumps in this particular lot would create a dangerous condition. One proposed bump located at the start of a downgrade would create a "ramp" effect and during slippery conditions would create steering and braking difficulties, not to mention the difficulties associated with approaching the bump on an upgrade Further, the potential for abuse of the "ramp" by children riding bisycles, and others, negates any possible positive effect they might have on the reduction of speed in this lot From evidence at hand, the committee found it difficult to identify a problem related to speed although the petitions did describe some isloated incidents involving teenaged drivers who use the access road to the pond at the rear of the property, particularily during the warmer months when children are playing in the area. It was suggested by the committee that the petitioners request an appropriate barrier suitable to others including the Director of Public Works, which would eliminate the use of this roadway except to authorized vehicles such as DPW trucks, and police and fire department vehicles An appropriate sign should accompany the barrier thereby inviting, and supporting, police enforcement regarding trespassing by unauthorized vehicles The language of the sign should specifically include all unauthorized motor vehicles including motorized two and three wheeled vehicles and snowmobiles It is further recommended that the police department include this area periodically in order to present a visual deterrent and reduce unnecessary traffic during the course of their normal patrol activities Committee Members Present Captain James J Lima, Acting Chairman Dr Eric Clarke Mr Robert Boyer Mr Robert Trask ADDENDDM. It is further recommended that the twelve existing public parking spaces be-reduced to four, and that parking be prohibited between buildings in order that an improved circulation of traffic might be developed by those using this facility The committee would be pleased to assist in developing this further, subject to approval by the Board of Selectmen.