HomeMy WebLinkAbout1991 03 04 - Ltr regarding Traffic StudyCity of Sebastian
POST OFFICE BOX 780127 ❑ SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA 32978
TELEPHONE (407) 589-5330 ❑ FAX (407) 589-5570
March 4, 1991
Stan Mayfield
Masteller & Moler Associates
P.O. Box 781045
Sebastian, FL 32978
Reference: Traffic Study for Vicker's Grove
Dear Stan:
Attached is a letter dated February 28, 1991, from Mr. James
W. Davis, Public Works Director for Indian River County.
Under Mr. Davis's general comments, I would just note on our
meeting dated August 28, 1990 I do not recall Mr. Dudeck's
concern of the peak season counts. Maybe a letter from Mr.
Buckholz stating that the different figures will not
necessary change the recommendations as outlined in the
traffic study.
Since the traffic study made no attempt to assign the
responsibility for the improvements or to specifically tie
any improvements to the development, I would suggest that you
contact Mr. Jim Davis to discuss his recommendation as
outlined in his letter dated February 28, 1991. Prior to
submitting this item before the City Council's approval, I
will await your response regarding this matter.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to give me
a call at 589-5537.
Sincerely,
Ju6fer
Director of Community Development
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1840 25th Street, Vero Beach, Florida 32960
Telephone: (407) 56-8000
February 28, 1991
Mr. Bruce Cooper
Director, Community Development
City of Sebastian
P.O. Box 780-127
Sebastian, Florida 32978
SUBJECT: Traffic Study for Vicker's Grove
Dear Bruce:
RECEIVE „� 1. 4 '1991
Suncom Telephone: 224-1011
The County Traffic Engineer, Michael Dudeck and I have reviewed
the above subject Traffic Study dated October 1, 1990 and offer
the following comments:
General Comments
1) It appears that no A.M. Peak Hour analysis was performed. A
justification that the P.M. Peak Hour Counts would control
is requested.
2) The Traffic was seasonally adjusted downwards, even though
the counts were taken in June, 1990. The Peak Season in
Indian River County is January - April. The counts should
be adjusted upward to reflect Peak Season conditions as
indicated by County Historical Counts.
3) Indian River County Traffic Counts for Peak Season are as
follows:
1990 - South of CR 512 20,800
1989 Annual ADT - South of CR 512 16,900
These figures are higher than those reported in the
Study.
The above items should be addressed by the Consultant.
In analyzing the reported results at this time, the County Staff
recommends that the following conditions be placed upon
development approval:
1) Certificates of Occupancy should not be issued until the
following improvements are completed:
U.S. 1/99th Street Intersection
Construct Northbound Left Turn Lane along U.S. 1
Construct Eastbound Right Turn Lane along U.S. 1
Construct Southbound Right Turn Lane along U.S. 1
Signalize 99th Street/U.S. 1 when warrant is met
based on F.D.O.T. approval
Mr. Cooper
February 28, 1991
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99th Street
Widen pavement to 24'
CR 512/U.S. 1 - Intersection improvements now being
designed by Indian River County should be complete
prior to project completion.
CR 510/U.S. 1 - Construct an additional exclusive Left
Lane at east and west approaches.
Note - The developer may apply for Traffic Impact Fee
Credits for all improvements except the widening of
99th Street to 24'.
2) Signage shall be installed to prohibit Industrial Truck
Traffic from ingressing/egressing via Sebastian Highlands
Subdivision and internal circulation shall be designed to
discourage trucks from using residential roads.
Please be advised that the Level of Service (LOS) of CR 512/U.S.
1 intersection, 99th Street/U.S. 1 intersection, and CR 510/U.S.
1 intersection will, in Staff's opinion, degrade to below LOS "D"
in the Peak Season/Peak Hour condition if the project is
completed without the above improvements being implemented.
Please contact me if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
es W. Davis, P.E.
Public Works Director
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CC; Michael S. Dudeck Jr., County Traffic Engineer
Roger D. Cain, P.E., County Engineer
Robert M. Keating, AICP, Community Development Director