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4. Ordinance 1268 - Meridian Road - One Way East - 1st ReadingAgenda -October 20, 1997 AGENDA ITEM 4 -ORDINANCE 1268-MERIDIAN ROAD -ONE WAY EAST BETWEEN HIGHWAY 93 AND WINDWARD WAY -1ST READING BACKGROUND/CONSIDERATION: Enclosed in your packet are the same letters between the City and MDOT that you received in your last packet and in your packet at the July 21, 1997 meeting. In addition to those letters, I have enclosed a copy of my report for the Consent Agenda for the July 21 meeting. This was approved by the Council at that meeting and I signed the agreement based upon your approval. With the information submitted to you and the question from Council Member Nystul, I could only assume that you all understood the requirements set forth by MDOT. In terms of the one-way east, with the exception of the west approximate 100 ft being two-way to allow traffic to go west from the Two Medicine Complex to the highway, this was, as my investigation reveals, an option that was discussed and originally accepted in concept. In conjunction with those discussions, the thinking at that time was that Heritage Way would be closed with no access to the highway. This closing introduced the request to allow exiting to the west by the Two Medicine clients. However, this concept was further discussed within MDOT and with our staff. It was agreed that, from a safety and engineering standpoint, a one-way street with 100 ft of two-way traffic would create more confusion and dangerous situations. As finally approved by MDOT, the two-way segment was removed from the permit. HOWEVER, upon the removal, MDOT allowed Heritage Way access to continue to the highway. This allows the Two Medicine clients to exit to the north of the parking lot to Heritage Way directly to an uncontrolled access to the highway. This Agenda -October 20, 1997 access allows both north and south turning movements rather than the proposed north only at the Meridian intersection. With all of the signal fights functioning, this will create gaps in the traffic that should allow smooth access to the highway. In addition to this access, the Buffalo Commons development will create other outlets for the traffic to consider. RECOMMENDATION: I am aware that this resolution of the traffic within this area may not be the most desirable from Two Medicine's position. However, I strongly believe that the city's credibility with MDOT is at stake with how we handle this item. Some may say that we don't care about our relationship with MDOT due to past decisions and/or agreements with MDOT. I AM VERY CONCERNED ABOUT MY AND THE CITY'S CREDIBILITY WITH MDOT. They are our partners in many future projects. I believe the City has committed to the access permit. I have signed it in good faith. MDOT has performed in good faith based upon our representations. I strongly recommend against backing out of this agreement. I strongly recommend approval of the ordinance establishing Meridian as one-way east. ACTION REQUIRED: This item was tabled at the last meeting and will need to be "untabled" prior to our discussions on the ordinance changes. Approval of ORDINANCE 1268 is required to authorize the directional change for this street. [01111111IRPAU44• � AN ORDINANCE TO ESTABLISH ONE-WAY ONLY VEHICLE TRAFFIC ON MERIDIAN ROAD EAST BETWEEN US HIGHWAY 93 NORTH AND WINDWARD WAY AND DECLARING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KALISPELL AS FOLLOWS: SECTION I. All vehicular traffic on Meridian Road East between US Highway 93 North and Windward Way shall be from West to East only. SECTION II. Vehicle traffic in a manner and direction other than as provided herein is prohibited, and a willful, purposeful or negligent violation hereof shall be punished as provided by section 1-9 of the Kalispell City Code. SECTION III. This Resolution shall become effective 30 days following its passage by the City Council and approval by the Mayor. PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF KALISPELL, THIS 3_!� DAY OF NOVEMBER,'1997. Douglas D. Rauthe, Mayor ATTEST: Debbie Gifford, CMC Clerk of Council KALISPELL CITY COUNCIL Agenda July 21, 1997 AGENDA APPROVAL AGENDA ITEM 1 - CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL A. Council Minutes - Regular Meeting July 7, 1997 B. Approval of Claims per Payables Register C. Oretana Final Plat BACKGROUND/CONSIDERATION: Enclosed is the report from FRDO for the final plat approval for the Oretana Subdivision. All conditions have been met and the final plat is in compliance with the preliminary plat. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend approval of the final plat. ACTION REQUIRED: A MOTION to approve the Consent Agenda will approve the final plat. D. MDOT Approach Application/Permit BACKGROUND/CONSIDERATION: The MDT approach permit application is enclosed for your review. This is for the traffic signal project at Northridge Drive/Buffalo Commons. I know that you do not normally approve or authorize the signing of these permits. However, due to questions that we have received about this project I want to bring this to your attention and ask for your approval. Attachment A includes conditions for the signal installation. Please refer to Item 16 I. This condition requires Meridian East to become a one-way east street upon the activation of the signal at Northridge Drive. All planning has been based upon this concept because of previous representations and agreements from the City. I have enclosed the official correspondence since December 12, 1995 for your review and recollection. I believe we must continue with this project as planned due to the "good faith" representation that MDT has relied upon from the City Staff and Council. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend authorization to the city manager to sign the application as presented. E. Pledged Securities June 30, 1997 4ontana Jeeartment t•anscortation December 12, 1995 Robert Babb Director of Public City of Kalispell P.O. Box 1997 Kalispell, Montana P.O._Box 7039 Missoula Montana 59807 Works 59903 Subject: "Public Approach Intersection of Kalispell Access Request US-93 and Meridian Road This is to document our position on your subject request for access as a result of the meeting held in the Kalispell Division office on October 25, 1995. I feel we -all profited from the extensive and enlightened discussion. We now believe that permission can be granted to allow an approach fro connection to US-93 across Meridian Road,'ff vary - specific operational characteristics are provided. I think we all came to a common agreement that the goal of this new approach is to provide effective, safe and efficient access into the developments (both existing and proposed) located east of this point on US-93. An a result of that extensive discussion we feel the group identified an alternative that would provide efficient high -volume access into the development area without compromising the integrity of either US-93 or Meridian Road. We feel very comfortable with the concept of providing one- way eastbound access into the development at this point with the reciprocal westbound movement back to US-93 al a roadway to be identified by the developers and the City located to the north of this intersection. if designed and coordinated properly with the r nstruction of Meridian Road, low delay and high volume access can be provided into the developing area east of US-93 with very little if any negative influence on existing and future flow of traffic on US-93 and on Meridian Road. Using an alternate roadway or„roadways to provide tha reciprocal flan back to�IIB-93,: concentrating simple r ' r« .s low conflict signalized intersect ion/ s, will facilitate effective high volume westward traffic flow from the development. If done properly it vill once again have little or no affect on existing and future expected flow potential on US-93. At the same time it would provide high volume westward traffic flow that access at Meridian is not capable of providing. We all have a very large stake in the ability to both effectively move the high demand for both north/south and east/west traffic flow and be able to absorb the rapid increases that demand is experiencing. As a result of our analysis and the very enlightening discussion we had with you we feel that this attack is the only way to provide for the desired access using the Meridian Road intersection. From our discussion we understand your concern for timing. As mentioned at the meeting we would be willing to consider a temporary two-way connection across from Meridian Road. That temporary connection would be intended to allow time to develop potential reciprocal routes. However, the term of that temporary two-way connection would have to be very short in length, only two to three years. There is a very efficient way to affect that conversion. That would be to tie it to the reconstruction schedule r planned for Meridian Road. If the conversion could be .., completed before that time we would all benefit from the reduced delays and higher capacity. Regardless, the: - geometric design. of -the Meridian Road, /US-93 intersection on the reconstruction project would only provide one-way eastbound access into the street system east of US-93. In closing, if we can come to a firm agreement on these points and schedules we can proceed with finalizing the approach permit. Please be assured that our goals are the sane as yours. We want to promote the safest and the most effective flow of traffic in both the north/south and east/west directions that we can provide. We certainly know the demand is there and is growing. Working together we can accomplish this to where the widest public interest is served. 7'U)'M^O'-\ T. Weaver, P.S. District Administrator cc: C. S. Peil S. L. Herzog D. P. Dusek _ r. 'I' mand 0a0aam-er P.O. BOX 7039 MISSOULA, MT 59807 406-523-5800 January 16, 1996 Mr. Bob Babb Director of Public Works City of Kalispell PO Box 1997 Kalispell, MT 59903 Subject: 'forth Meridian rxtensian Dear Bob, This is to confirm our general agreement on the extension of Meridian Road easterly from US-93. We are in agreement that the initial roadway, intersection, and signal.will be designed for full access and all movements. We still need to review the detailed geometrics and signal plans. These should be submitted through Steve Herzog. The above approval will be conditioned on the agreement that - once either the Meridian Road project south of US-93 or the Northridge Drive connection east of_the US-93 is constructed that the east -leg-..of Meridian Road will be reconfigured to prohibit left turns and through movements into the intersection. It is agreed we will allow right turns northbound onto US-93, but only with the understanding that we will not allow this movement to "demand" time from the signal or to diminish the overall capacity of the intersection or US-93. I hope this is a satisfactory solution to all parties, including the developers. We firmly believe this will go a long way towards enhancing traffic flow on US-93. I certainly appreciate your help and assistance in reaching this compromise. Sincerely, rl, 1 /. W Jai es T. Weaver, P.E. District Engineer -Missoula JTW:kld:21 cc: District File Steve Herzog Don Dusek r Incorporated 1€i92 Telephone (406) 758.7700 FAX (406) 758-7758 Post Office Box 1997 "ispell. Montana Zip S9903-1997 January 24, 1996 Mr. Jim Weaver, P.E. District Engineer Montana Department of Transportation P. 0. Box 7039 Missoula, MT 59607 Dear Jim: I discussed your letter of January 16, 1996 concerning the extension of North Meridian %Road with the Kalispell City Council. It is their consensus that the compromise outlined in your letter is an acceptable alternative for the functioning of the new segment of North Meridian Road. I was asked by the City Council to clarify MDaT's position concerning the traffic movements at the intersection of Northridge Drive and Highway 93. As you will recall, we discussed this issue at our last meeting. It is my recollection that we -decided and agreed that when Northridge Drive is extended east into the Buffalo Commons PUD, that the new street will be signaled and will allow left and right turns onto Highway 93. With this clarification, we will proceed with design and construction of North Meridian. I appreciate the cooperative spirit and approach that you have taken to resolve our differences with this project. Let me know as soon as possible your position concerning Northridge Drive. Again, thanks for your assistance. Sincerely, Bruce Williams City Manager BW/ksk p.c.: Bob Babb Glen Neier �, lYlEvt^� Douglas Rauthe Mayor Bruce Williams City Manager City Council Members: Gary W. Nystul Ward 1 Cliff Collins Ward I Norbert F. Donahue Ward If Dale Haarr Ward 11 Jim Atkinson Ward III Lauren Granmo Ward ill Pamela B. Kennedy Ward IV M. Duane. Larson Ward IV ~848 Down of Trans P.O. BOX 7039 MISSOULA, MT 59807 406-523-5800 January 26, 1996 0 Mr. Bruce Williams, City Manager The City of Kalispell P.O. Box 1997 Kalispell, MT 59903-1997 Dear Bruce, uax Rac:cot. Gowe nor This is to confirm our agreement on the Northridge Drive - US 93 intersection. We did agree it would be signalized and that it would be a full access intersection. Again, thanks for your help on this matter. s Sincerely, ;J S T. WEAVER, P.E. DISTRICT ENGINEER-MISSOULA JTW:ale: 39 cc: Steve Herzog Don Dusek District File 1 • �L! W ,/ L• i Montana Department of Transportation C. ` ; 4,01-%-0; Helena, Montana 59620 AW frroM-.•��4�� Memorandum • ����/� To: Carl S. P ti, P.E. IVe! _ Preco ction Engineer JUN 17 W7 From: Donald P. Dusek, P.E. AWNTA-iA oZ: ;,T;,'E:Ir w ' Traffic Engineer OF TRA?iSic?a T#.-I:)N Date: May 29,1997 o ;5 c-: Subject: Traffic Signal Warrant Review Buffalo Commons - Development Intersection of - US 93 & Northridge Dr. Kalispell We have reviewed the above subject site and work done by the Buffalo Commons i consultant relative to traffic signalization here. We feel signarmation should be added by the developer this summer as part of their construction of the development's internal roadway infrastructure. The consultanfs report stated that warrant 2,9,10 and 11 were met with their projected volumes based on completion of all phases of the development and the internal roadways. Without waiting, until that event occurs, we used their work as a foundation to come up with our own report As part of this subject report We also anticipated new site parameters at the conclusion to the mentioned summer construction. These parameters are actually keyed to several issues not fully pursued by the consultant. The foremost issue is that fair consideration must be given W applying the system warrant (#7) here. We found that all criteria for warrant 7 were met when the following items are in place. • ' .; • -f: t f t :.:r at f - Yf •� � - - q.. �i s _ 1 - a - � i r w' r Y ..ti ••_ - � :. • f-: t • I _ • s i • • • YY � - _ yv Cart S. Peil, P.E. Page -2- May 29, 1997 infrastructure placement as discussed above) on Northridge's new east leg would be close to, if not more than 100 egressing units per hour. With any added building at all in this immediate area we do or will almost assuredly exceed the minimum requirement of warrant 11 (peak hour). As mentioned in earlier correspondence from our office to the Missoula District we concur that warrant 11 is met as called out above by the consultant while also in the same vein we have no reason to doubt warrants 2 & 9 will also be met. Taken all together we therefore have one warrant "7" met and a real good chance several others will be such that signalization can be added to the summer's construction work. Finally since a warrant is met, we examined the intersection's operation. This is done by using the HCM's model and engineering judgement of expected traffic conditions. We updated the consultant's projections on all movements to more closely reflect current conditions (ie. at the end of this summer). For the new east leg's egress into the intersection, in the unsignalized mode of operation, we had LOS "F" operation. This was true even when we used only 10 % of potential traffic from the facilities (presently in existence), mentioned previously, north of Meridian Rd. This is an indication that extreme congestion will be felt by westbound traffic movements using the intersection. No accident history is available for this site with its' new geometries. It is our opinion that with the growth rate in this area, speeds around 45 mph and high conflict egress the intersection Will operate safest under -a'active traffic control device; in this case a traffic signal. In conclusion, we recommend signalization of this site under the above c onditions. The plans for this work have been drawn up by the developer's consultant and are near completion with expected release to bid before June 1997. Let us know if we can assist any further in this matter. I concur C� Date - 14997 Carl S. Peil, P.E. 36-DPD:JUQXTRF c.XWORDXw 93ntf97 cc: FL D. Morgan Weaver D. P. Dusek et UUM Approach Permit Northridge Drive / Buffalo Commons Additional Conditions Section 16 cont. 16 d. 1.) The plans and special provisions (set # 8) received by MDT on May 13, 1997 along with the addendum number 1., plan sheets C2-3 &A 1-7 received on May 27, 1997, prepared by Robert Peccia & Associated shall serve as the basis for the approval for MDT. 2.) The final comments from Donald Dusek dated hme 13, 1997 shall be included as a part of the final plans and the changes shall be included during construction. 16 e. There shall be a signal technician inspector on -site to inspect and monitor all electrical, cable, hardware and conduit work associated with the signal installation This inspector shall be approved by MDT prior to the initiation of any signal or associated work within MDT right of way. The purpose of this inspector is to represent MDT on site and ensure compliance with permit and plan requirements. The inspector is responsible to report to the Kalispell Field Maintenance Chief, for MDT. 16 f. The timing of the signal will be established by MITT. The signal testing and turn -on shall be witnessed and accomplished by a representative of the signal controller company and a traffic signal technician from MDT. The permitter shall notify MDT 48 hours in advance of the activation of the signal- 16 g. Three sets of as-builts for the signal and highway shall be submitted to MDT upon completion and final acceptance by MDT. Once accepted MITT shall become the owner of the Traffic signal, the controller and all associated hardware, heads, poles and associated fixtures. MDT shall be responsible for the maintenance and repair of this signal upon acceptance unless otherwise covered by manufacUm' warranties. 161 A traffic control plan shall be submitted and approved by MDT prior to any work occurring on MDT right of way. 161. Merdian East shall become a iwe one-way roadway east upon the activation of the signal at Northridge Drive. The City of Kalispell and MDT shall work jointly to reconfigure the Meridian / US 93 intersection. A left turn bay shall be added to ihe southbound lanes of US 93 to accomodate Ihe one way leg at East Meridian. The existing access at Heritage Way shall remain intact and fimctional going east from US 93. MrrCE 112-A 11-26-91 Skate Of Montana —Department Of Transportation Helena.. Montana 59 20-1001 Driveway Approach Application And Permit Stack No. 3255-1193 ---To be filled In by Department of Transportation Personnel-- F.A. Route No. P-5 (US 93) Approach Station(S) 82+00 District *Missoula No. US 93 (P-5) MileposE 114.4 } County Flathead Project DP 279(13) Drainage As Determined By Dept. Of Transportation: } Type As shown on plans Sim,Lent the A Approach Recommended by Date Approach Application , ,. Date District Traffic Engineer Approved by or Traffic Unit District Engineer Applicant (Property Owner) Name- Ci ty of 'Kalispell Phone: 758'7700 Address: 312 1st Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901 - herein termed the applicant, requests permission to construct approach(es) described; and shown on attached plot plan or plan and- profile- and hereby made t paTt`of this application. Please indicate if permits or approaches are required from units of government other than the Department of Transportation. Write the number of permits required in the box: O Federal Government O State O County ` . . O City , Q N%A Private: Public: x Use of Property or Facility: Northridge Drive Access to U.S 93 (Residence, Trailer Cotirt, Gas. • Station, Field Access, Type of Business, etc.) Location: x .4 City or Town: Kalispell (if rural - direction & apprbx. distance from nemst city or town) Street Name, if any: Northridge Drive Roadway Or Highway: Sight Distance: Left 1000+/- Right 1000+/- Surfacing: p Width: Asphalt 80 xeet Approach: upgrade existing westside approach Estimated number of. trips per day: See July 10, 1996 FecciaA�lvsis, fcomy attached} Width: ` per plea Flare; ; Per Pie shettap'ItSide6fWWI` , Sheet A1-7,3ated 41. Z Drainage: See above as determined by Department of Tr wsport 104L4-17 - -- Instruction Concerning Use -_Of This, Form Applicant will complete and deliver this form in duplicate to the District Engineer serving the area in which the Approach Permit is requested - -- The District Engineer, in conjunction with the District Traffic Engineer, is delegated authority to approve curb cuts, public and private approaches servin# businesses, residence and agricultural uses in rural or urban areas without further consultation if the traffic conditions are not con- gested. In congested areas, usually urban situations, the District}Engiow and:�sttic i t Engineer can request the Manager, Traffic Unit in Helena for additiional technical assistance. If this is necessary, the approach should be scaled onto existing plan and profile sheets showing the M I L-t r i L-A 31ock mo. 11-26-91 3235.1195 --Approach Permit — Subject to the following terms and conditions. the permit applied for upon the reverse side hereof, is hereby granted: 1) Ton". This permit shall be in full force and effect from the date hereof until revoked as herein provided 2) Rental. Rental shall be 31 Revocation. This permit may be revoked by State upon giving thirty (30) days notice to Permittee by ordinary mad, directed to the address shown in the application hereto attached, but the State reserves the right to revoke this permit without giving said notice in the event Permittee breaks any of the conditions or terms set forth herein. 4) Commencement Of Work:. No work shall be commenced until Permittee notifies the District Engineer, shown in application. when he proposes to commence work. 5) Changes in Highway. if the State changes.the Highway or there are other changes to adjoining streets., alleys, etc. which necessitate alterations in structures or installations Insta led under this perrnk Perrriittee shall make the necessary alterations at Permittee's sole expense or in accordance with a separate agreement. 6) State Saved Harmless From Claims. in accepting this permit the Permittee, its/hii successors or assigns, agree to protect the State and save it harmless from ail claims. actions or damage of every kind and description which may accrue to, or be suffered by, any person or persons, corporations or property, by reason ,of the performance of any such work, character of materials used, or manner of installations, milnuonance abd opera 66, c r—*Jhe Improper occupancy of said highway righi of way. and in case any suit or action Is brought against the State and arising out of, or by reason of, any of the above causes, the Permittee, Its/his successors or assigns, will upon notice to it/him of the commencement of such action, defend the same at its/his sole cost and expense and - satisfy any judgment which may be rendered against the State in any such suit or action. T) Protection of Traffic. Insofar as the interests of the State and the travelling public are concemed. all work performed under this permit shall be done under"the supervision of the District Engineer of the Department of Transportation and his authorized representatives, and he/they shall indicate barriers to be erected, the lighting thereof at night, placing of flagmen and watchmen, manner In which traffic is to be handled, and shall specify to Permittee how road surface is to be replaced if it is disturbed during operations, but said supervision shall in no ' ay operate to relieve or discharge Permittee from any of the obligations assumed by acceptance of this permit. and especially those set forth under Section 6 thereof. 8) Highway Drainage. if the work done under this pein! Interferes In -any way with'the .drainage of the State Highway w, effected, Permittee shall, at its/his own expense, make such provisions as the State may direct to take care of said drainage. 9) Rubbish And Debris. Upon completion of work contemplated under this permit, all rL Wsh and debds shall be immediately removed and the roadway and the roadside left In a neat and presentable condition satisfactory to the State. 10) Work To Be Supervised By, State. All work contemplated under this permit shall bee dorw under the"supervision,of and to the satisfaction of the authorized' representative of the State, and the State hereby reserves the right to order the change of location or removal of any structure or installation authorized by this permit at any time, said. changes or removal to be made at the sole expense of the permittee. 11) State's. Right Not To Be Interfered With. All such changes, reconstructing,or relocation shalt be One,by PemA- tee, in such a manner as will cause the least Interference with any of the State's work, and the State shah in no wise be liable for any damage t , the.Permittee by reason of any such work bythe State. Its,,agents: Contractors or representatives, Or by the exercise of arty rights by the State upon the highways by the Installations or structures placed under this permit. 12) Removal Of Installations Or Structures. finless watered by the State, upontermlt►atlw► of t s � the Permit- , teeshall remove'the Installations or structures contemplated blr,tras Hermit; and restore mises to the condition existing at the time of entering upon the. same under this bertrl4t ,reaser>etAe arW 'orditraty wear and tear and damage by the elements, or by circumstances over which the Perimitte has rro:cordrol* a e3d 13) Maintenance At Expense Of Pesrrnittes. Permittee shaft maintain; at Its/his aoe.erensetlw krstallations and structures for which this permit is granted. in a condition satisfactory to ihe4 Sta. py 14) State Hot Uable For Damage To fasstalfations. to accepting this permit the Pe ; ' es S reess. any dam ago or ireury done to said instaitations or structures by a contractor working for the State, ar by air Skate pmplayee engaged In construction, alteration,''repalrt'maintenance orImprovementof the a H hyray, st>at; be at the sole expense ofthe Permittee. rs; 15) State To Be Reimbursed For Repairing Roadway. Upon being Waled therefore Permittea s to pb reimburse State for any.expense incurred in repairing surface Or roadvyay due te�3 Setxllnent at instllatioKt,,,or.�r any other damage to roadway as a result of the work performed under` this pit* 16) Other Conditions And/or Remarks a. AN approach side slopes will be constructed on not less than 6 to i_stope, otherwise AL No private signs or devices etc. will be constructed or installed within the .HWway Right of Way am". roe. This permit Is valid only if approach constriction Is completed within 6 uoirjthsi f>i on dates of issue. 4, Attachments. • Kalispell - Dated at , montana, tint: 01