CITY OF WORCESTER | Traffic and Parking Committee Meeting | Wednesday, February 28, 2024 | Esther Howland (South) Chamber | Convened: 4:04 P.M. | Adjourned: 6:59 P.M. |
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Mayor
Joseph M. Petty | 
www.worcesterma.gov |
Clerk of the City Council
Nikolin Vangjeli | Committee Members | | Chairperson Donna M Colorio | | Vice Chairperson Khrystian E King | | Councilor Thu Nguyen |
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City Hall - 455 Main Street Worcester, Massachusetts | |
| Present Were: | Chairperson Councilor Donna M. Colorio
Councilor Khrystian E. King, who arrived at 5:04 P.M.
Councilor Morris A. Bergman, who was appointed as temporary member by Mayor Petty | | | | | Also: | Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility Stephen Rolle
Assistant Director of Transportation and Mobility Todd Kirrane
WPD Sergeant James Foley
Principal Staff Assistant An Pham, clerk | | | |
| 1. | Virtual Attendee Call-In Information | |
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| | | 1a. | Pursuant to Chapter 20 of the Acts of 2021 and in order to ensure active, public engagement, the City of Worcester currently allows for both in-person and remote participation at all City Council and Standing Committee meetings. To partake in the meeting, you may attend the meeting in-person within the meeting location, follow the below link to join via Zoom or dial the direct line as indicated.
Traffic and Parking Committee Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/92893960051
Traffic and Parking Committee Zoom Phone Number: (929) 205 6099
Traffic and Parking Committee Zoom Access Code: 928 9396 0051 | Attachments |
| 2. | Approval of the Minutes | |
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| | | 2a. | Order - That the City Council Standing Committee of Traffic and Parking hereby approves the minutes of the Traffic and Parking Committee meeting of February 22, 2024. | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and moved for a roll call vote to adopt the item. Order adopted on a roll call vote of 2 Yeas and 0 Nays (King absent) | |
| 3. | Handicap Parking Petitions | |
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| | | 3a. | Barbara Kelley request installation of handicap parking space in front of 21 Cheever St. or 23 Cheever St. (Amended September 20, 2023 and November 15, 2023)
# 8mm CC August 22, 2023
In Committee September 20, 2023 - Held
In Committee October 18, 2023 - Held
In Committee November 15, 2023 - Held
In Committee December 13, 2023 - Held
| Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the following speakers:
1. Ignatius Chang, Worcester resident, spoke in opposition to the item
2. Rosa Calvillo, Worcester resident, spoke in opposition to the item
3. Barbara Kelly, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who discussed available parking spaces on Cheever St., and provided the recommendation to amend the item for handicap parking space on the even side of Cheever St. adjacent to #11 Woodward St.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio then discussed the recommendation for installation of handicap parking space on the even side of Cheever St. with Speaker #3 and Councilor Bergman.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to amend the item to read as follows: “Barbara Kelley request installation of handicap parking space on the even side of Cheever St. adjacent to 11 Woodward St.”
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to recommend the item be held as amended.
Recommend Hold as amended | |
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| | | 3b. | Leftheria John request installation of handicap parking space in front of 11 Blossom St.
# 7c CC November 14, 2023
In Committee December 13, 2023 - Held
| Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to approve.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval | |
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| | | 3c. | Scott Stankus request installation of handicap parking space in the vicinity of 54 Upsala St.
# 8e CC, November 21, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to install a handicap parking space on Esther St. adjacent to #54 Upsala St., as 54 Upsala St. has a permanent even side winter ban and is not suitable for handicap parking.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to amend the item to read as follows, “Scott Stankus request installation of a handicap parking space on Esther St. adjacent to 54 Upsala St. and removal of the same space from the existing Residential Permit Zone at that location.”
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to recommend the item be held.
Recommend Hold | |
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| | | 3d. | Yaritza Guerrero request installation of handicap parking space in front of 111 Fairfield St.
# 10k CC December 5, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and moved to recognize the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to hold, as petitioner has yet to provide a placard.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Hold | |
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| | | 3e. | Janet Colon request installation of handicap parking space in front of 93 Puritan Ave.
# 10l CC December 5, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the following speaker:
1. Janet Colon, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to approve.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval | |
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| | | 3f. | Allan Kupelnick request removal of handicap parking space in front of 8 Alpine St.
# 10m CC December 5, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to approve.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval | |
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| | | 3g. | David Karam request removal of two (2) handicap parking spaces in front of 19 Willard Ave.
# 8c CC December 12, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who clarified that there is only one handicap parking space at the location and provided the recommendation to approve.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval | |
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| | | 3h. | Sally MacDonald request the handicap parking space in front of 81 Whitmarsh Ave. to be expanded or relocated back to its original location.
# 9f CC January 9, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the following speakers:
1. Charles Divris, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
2. Sally MacDonald, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized Councilor Bergman, who discussed the option to expand the handicap parking space.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to approve shifting handicap parking space west to start at the walkway to 83 Whitmarsh Ave. and extend the length of the handicap parking space by 5 ft.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval | |
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| | | 3i. | Paye Dennis request installation of a handicap parking space in front of 39 Westminster St.
# 9k CC January 9, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the following speaker:
1. Paye Dennis, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to approve, pending receipt of the petitioner’s handicap placard information.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval, Pending Receipt of the Petitioner’s Handicap Placard Information | |
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| | | 3j. | Maria Martinez request installation of a handicap parking space in the vicinity of 173 Tacoma St.
# 9m CC January 9, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to install handicap parking space on New Vista Ln., as No Parking Anytime zone is already established on Tacoma St. and is not suitable for handicap parking space.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to amend the item to read as follows, “Maria Martinez request installation of handicap parking space on New Vista Ln. in the vicinity of 173 Tacoma St.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to recommend the item be held as amended.
Recommend Hold As Amended | |
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| | | 3k. | Fernando Alvarez request installation of handicap parking space in front of 5 Perkins St.
# 8l CC January 16, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to approve.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval | |
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| | | 3l. | Justin Rose request installation of handicap parking space in front of 147 Pilgrim Ave.
# 8m CC January 16, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the following speaker:
1. Justin Rose, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to approve.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval | |
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| | | 3m. | Mary Cronin request removal of handicap parking space in front of 7 Ruth St.
# 8n CC January 16, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to approve.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval | |
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| | | 3n. | Arnaldo Negron Rios request installation of handicap parking space in front of 132 Endicott St.
# 8p CC January 16, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to install handicap parking space across from 132 Endicott St. in front of 137 Endicott St.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the following speakers:
1. Arnaldo Negron Rios, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
2. Grace Piscitelli, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
3. Cesar Piedrasanta, Worcester resident, spoke in opposition to the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized Councilor Bergman, who discussed permanent winter parking ban ordinance with the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio brought forth the following Chairman’s Order: Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility provide City Council with a report concerning whether there is a need for a permanent winter parking ban ordinance or whether suitable alternatives exist.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who discussed the parking zones on Endicott St. with Speaker #3.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to amend the item to read as follows, “Arnaldo Negron Rios request installation of handicap parking space in front of 137 Endicott St.”
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to recommend the item be held.
Recommend Hold | | | | | | | | Chairman's Orders | | | | Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility provide City Council with a report concerning whether there is a need for a permanent winter parking ban ordinance or whether suitable alternatives exist. | |
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| | | 3o. | Felix Osafo and Corinne Karanja request installation of additional handicap parking signage at existing handicap parking space on Leon St. opposite of 18 Plantation St. to provide further clarification that there are two (2) handicap parking spaces on the street.
# 7e Tuesday, January 23, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the following speaker:
1. Corinne Karanja, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to file, as a work order has been placed to install additional signage.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend File | |
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| | | 3p. | Emilie Halaby Brisseault request removal of handicap parking space in front of 7 Stoneland Rd.
# 8c CC February 6, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to approve.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval | |
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| | | 3q. | Ashley Seymour request removal of handicap parking space in front of 45 Waverly St.
# 8d Tuesday, February 6, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the following speakers:
1. Ellen Artey, Worcester resident, spoke in opposition to the item
2. Ashley Seymour, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized Councilor Bergman, who discussed the usage of the handicap parking space with Speaker #1 and Speaker #2.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to recommend the item be filed.
Recommend File | |
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| | | 3r. | Kwaku Obeng-Mensah request removal of handicap parking space in front of 9 Tower St.
# 8f Tuesday, February 6, 2024 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the following speaker:
1. Kwaku Obeng-Mensah, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to approve
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval | |
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| | | 4a. | Councilor George J. Russell on behalf of Patrick Foley request installation of speed humps on Revere St.
# 8b CC December 12, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the following speaker:
1. Patrick Foley, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio then discussed the process concerning the Speed Humps Program with the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized Councilor Bergman, who discussed the history of the Speed Hump Program in the city and current practices of Boston relative to speed humps.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized Councilor King, who discussed whether there have been previous efforts concerning traffic enforcement and traffic calming on Revere St. with the WPD Sergeant and the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to recommend the item be filed.
Recommend File | |
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| | | 4b. | Amanda Gorman et al. request installation of speed humps in the vicinity of the intersection of Ridgewood Rd. and Ararat St.
# 8e CC December 12, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the following speaker:
1. Amanda Gorman, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the WPD Sergeant, who discussed efforts concerning traffic enforcement and monitoring on Ridgewood Rd. and Ararat St.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized Councilor King, who discussed the feasibility of having traffic enforcement in the area with the WPD Sergeant.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to recommend the item be filed.
Recommend File | |
| 5. | Crosswalk and Lighted Crosswalk System Petitions | |
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| | | 5a. | Councilor George J. Russell on behalf of Gregory Wong request installation of flashing pedestrian crosswalk lights on Sunderland Rd. in the vicinity of Roosevelt Street School.
# 9e CC February 14, 2023
In Committee September 20, 2023 - Held
| Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to approve, pending funding and installation of ADA compliant sidewalk/ramp components.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval, pending funding and installation of ADA compliant sidewalk/ramp components. | |
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| | | 5b. | Daniel Green et al. request installation of crosswalk and flashing crosswalk signs on Suffolk St. south of 24 Suffolk St. between the parking lots associated with the business at 360 Franklin St.
# 8x CC August 22, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the following speaker:
1. Nicholas Deane, Leominster resident, spoke in favor of the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to approve installation of crosswalk, ADA compliant ramps and MUTCD compliant signs pending funding.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval to installation of a crosswalk, ADA compliant ramps and MUTCD compliant signs, pending funding. | |
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| | | 5c. | Yixuan Wang request installation of crosswalk on Salisbury St. between Flower Hill Dr. and Old English Rd.
# 8zz CC August 22, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the following speaker:
1. Yixuan Wang, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who discussed the feasibility streetlight installation on Salisbury St. and provided the recommendation to file, as location has limited sight distance and pedestrian demand potential.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized Councilor Bergman and Councilor King, who spoke concerning the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio brought forth the following Chairman’s Order: Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility create masterplan for Salisbury St. to improve pedestrian accommodations.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend File | | | | | | | | Chairman's Orders | | | | Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility create masterplan for Salisbury St. to improve pedestrian accommodations. | |
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| | | 6a. | Delma Betancourt request installation of No Parking Within 5 Feet of Driveway signage at 35 Shelby St.
# 10n CC January 11, 2022
In Committee February 15, 2023 - Held
In Committee September 20, 2023 - Held
| Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to file, as the petitioner had not return communication with DTM.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend File | |
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| | | 6b. | Tammy Haney, on behalf of Community Healthlink, request installation of Commercial Loading Zone signage in front of the loading dock door at 199 Chandler St. on Bellevue St. side. (Amended September 20, 2023)
# 8h CC January 31, 2023
In Committee September 20, 2023 - Held
| Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to approve.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval | |
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| | | 6c. | Joanne Troiano et al. request installation of "No Parking Anytime" signage on Short St.
# 9i CC April 25, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the following speaker:
1. Johnny Ackerman, Worcester resident, spoke in opposition to the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who discussed the intent of the petition and the needs to increase enforcement of No Parking zone in the area and provided the recommendation to file, as similar item was previously heard and approved.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend File | |
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| | | 6d. | Report of the Committee on Traffic and Parking Upon the Petition of Anthony Kachadoorian request traffic review be completed and recommendations be made to address parking issues on Ivernia Rd.: recommend passage of the accompanying proposed Ordinance to install No Parking Anytime signage on Ivernia Rd.
# 18a CC August 22, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the following speaker:
1. Deborah Grey, Worcester resident, spoke neither in favor nor opposed the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who discussed the history of the item and provided the recommendation for installation of No Parking Anytime on Ivernia Rd.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized Speaker #1, who discussed previous No Parking signage on the street with the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized Councilor King, who discussed the institutional impact of nearby businesses on availability of street parking and traffic with Speaker #1 and the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to amend the item to read as follows, “Anthony Kachadoorian request installation of No Parking Anytime on both sides of Ivernia Rd. for 50 ft. east of Burncoat St. Further, request installation of No Parking Anytime on the north side of Ivernia Rd. for the remainder of the street.”
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Hold as Amended | |
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| | | 6e. | David Lindberg request installation of No Parking From Here to Corner on Boynton St. at the intersection of Boynton St. and Salisbury St.
# 10r CC September 12, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to approve installation of No Parking Anytime on the west side of Boylston St. from Salisbury St. to a point 35 ft. south of Salisbury St.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval | |
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| | | 6f. | Edward Frimpong request installation of No Parking signage in front of 246 Fairmont Ave.
# 10v CC September 12, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Vice Chairperson Councilor King read the item and recognized the following speakers:
1. Edward Frimpong, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
2. Francis B., Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
Vice Chairperson Councilor King recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to approve.
Vice Chairperson Councilor King moved for a roll call vote to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval on a roll call vote of 2 Yeas and 0 Nays (Colorio absent) | |
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| | | 6g. | John Sampson request installation of No Parking Anytime in front of 19 Goldthwaite Rd.
# 10x CC September 12, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the Commissioner of Transprotation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to include the entire frontage of #1 Goldthwaite Rd. for No Parking Anytime zone.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to amend the item to read as follows, “John Sampson request installation of No Parking Anytime in front of the entire frontage of 1 Goldthwaite Rd.”
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to recommend the item be held as amended.
Recommend Hold As Amended | |
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| | | 6h. | Councilor Kathleen M. Toomey on behalf of Josue Rosa request installation of “No Parking Anytime” signage in front of 574 Pleasant St.
# 10z CC September 12, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who discussed the findings from traffic study relative to the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to recommend the item be held.
Recommend Hold | |
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| | | 6i. | Janell Maisonet et al. request removal of "No Parking Anytime" signage in the vicinity of 61 Vernon St.
# 8h CC September 19, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to approve.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval | |
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| | | 6j. | Cendya Rodrigues request installation of "No Parking Anytime" signage adjacent to the handicap parking space located in front of 7 Dixon Ave.
# 8g CC September 19, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to hold, as further study is needed.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Hold | |
| 7. | One and Two-Way Street Reconfiguration Petitions | |
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| | | 7a. | Manuel Orellana and Lisa DeTora request Caroline St. be made one-way during school hours from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
# 6o CC November 14, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the Assistant Director of Transportation and Mobility, who discussed the overview of the item and provided the recommendation to approve.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized Councilor King, who discussed actions taken by WPS to address traffic challenges on Caroline St. and how the proposed changes will impact traffic on the street with the Assistant Director of Transportation and Mobility.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval | |
| 8. | Resident Permit Parking Petitions | |
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| | | 8a. | Councilor Candy Mero-Carlson request installation of resident permit parking in front of 8 Camassa Terrace.
# 9a CC July 19, 2022 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the following speaker:
1. Maria Ruggieri, Worcester resident, spoke in opposition to the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to hold, as more research is needed to determine whether the establishment of resident permit parking for the whole street is preferred.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Hold | |
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| | | 8b. | Councilor Sarai Rivera on behalf of Linda George request installation of resident permit parking on Piedmont St. from Austin St. to Pleasant St.
# 8c CC February 28, 2023
In Committee October 18, 2023 - Held
| Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the following speaker:
1. Anisia Jimenez, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
2. Paula Bushey, Worcester resident, spoke neither in favor nor opposed to the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the WPD Sergeant, who discussed the requirements for a motor vehicle to be on the roadway.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who discussed the feasibility of a time frame for when the resident permit parking zone can go in effect for the parking spaces in front of the Mustard Seed building and provided the recommendation of approval for installation of residential permit parking on the west side of Piedmont St., except in front of 105 Piedmont St., as well as installation of a timed restriction on said resident permit parking in front of 93 Piedmont St. (The Mustard Seed) from 7 p.m. to 8 a.m.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized Councilor King, who discussed challenges concerning parking on Larch St. with the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio then discussed the procedural motion relative to the item with the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility and the Principal Staff Assistant.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval to install residential permit parking on the west side of Piedmont St., except in front of 105 Piedmont St., as well as installation of a timed restriction on said resident permit parking in front of 93 Piedmont St. (The Mustard Seed) from 7 p.m. to 8 a.m. | |
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| | | 8c. | John Yanczewski request installation of residential permit parking on Richland St. in the vicinity of the intersection of Richland St. and Ward St.
# 8vv CC August 22, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility and the Principal Staff Assistant, who discussed request to withdraw submitted by the petitioner.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to recommend the item be given Leave to Withdraw.
Recommend Leave to Withdraw | |
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| | | 8d. | Naiskys Hechavarria request installation of resident permit parking on Doane St. from from Providence St. to end of Doane St.
# 9a CC August 22, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the following speaker:
1. Ronald Haddad, Worcester resident, spoke neither in favor nor opposed to the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who discussed the residential permit parking program with Speaker #1 and Councilor Bergman.
The Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility then provided the recommendation to hold, as detailed study of parking demand and availability is needed.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Hold | |
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| | | 8e. | Athena Callender request installation of resident permit parking on both sides of the street from 32 Woodbine St. to 10 Woodbine St.
# 9b CC August 22, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the following speakers:
1. Athena Callender, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
2. Christine Powers, Worcester resident, spoke in opposition to the item
3. (No name given), Worcester resident, spoke in opposition to the item
4. Lawrence Sullivan, Worcester resident, spoke in opposition to the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the WPD Sergeant, who discussed the parking challenges at the location.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved the recommend the item be held, as detailed study of parking demand and availability is needed.
Recommend Hold | |
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| | | 9a. | Councilor George J. Russell on behalf of Matthew Campaniello and Karla Germain request installation of two (2) stop signs on Camden Ave. at its intersection with Greenfield St.
# 8s CC August 22, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the following speaker:
1. Matthew Campaniello, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation for approval.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval | |
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| | | 9b. | Carol Degnis et al. request installation of four-way stop signs at the intersection of Penn Ave. and Harrison St.
# 8u CC August 22, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the following speakers:
1. Sharon Castro, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to approve.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval | |
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| | | 9c. | Bruce J. Brooks request installation of four-way stop sign at the Carlisle St. and Lovell St. intersection.
# 8oo CC August 22, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to approve installation of stop sign on Carlisle St. approaching the Carlisle St. and Lovell St. intersection.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized Councilor Bergman, who spoke concerning the item.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Approval | |
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| | | 9d. | Tina Masiello request repainting of stop lines at the stop signs at Barry Rd. and Lynnwood Ln.
# 10e CC December 5, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and moved to take the item up collectively with items #9e CC through #9g CC.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to file the items.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio brought forth the following four (4) Chairman’s Orders: 1) Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility repaint the stop lines at the stop signs at Barry Rd. and Lynnwood Ln.; 2) Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility repaint the stop lines at the stop signs at Barry Rd. and Birchwood Rd.; 3) Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility repaint the stop lines at the stop signs at Lynnwood Ln. and Dick Dr. and; 4) Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility repaint the stop lines at the stop signs at Toronita Ave. and Barrett Ave.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend File | | | | | | | | Chairman's Orders | | | | Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility repaint the stop lines at the stop signs at Barry Rd. and Lynnwood Ln. | |
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| | | 9e. | Tina Masiello request repainting of stop lines at the stop signs at Barry Rd. and Birchwood Rd.
# 10f CC December 5, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Recommend File (See Item #9d) | | | | | | | | Chairman's Orders | | | | Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility repaint the stop lines at the stop signs at Barry Rd. and Birchwood Rd. | |
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| | | 9f. | Tina Masiello request repainting of stop lines at the stop signs at Lynnwood Ln. and Dick Dr.
# 10g CC December 5, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Recommend File (See Item #9d) | | | | | | | | Chairman's Orders | | | | Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility repaint the stop lines at the stop signs at Lynnwood Ln. and Dick Dr. | |
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| | | 9g. | Tina Masiello request repainting of stop lines at the stop signs at Toronita Ave. and Barrett Ave.
# 10h CC December 5, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Recommend File (See Item #9d) | | | | | | | | Chairman's Orders | | | | Request City Manager request Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility repaint the stop lines at the stop signs at Toronita Ave. and Barrett Ave. | |
| 10. | Traffic Control Signal Petitions | |
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| | | 10a. | Hannah Jacobs request installation of traffic signal in front of 360 Franklin St., in the vicinity of the intersection of Norfolk St., Suffolk St. and Franklin St.
# 8xx CC August 22, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to file, as the location does not meet warrants for a traffic signal.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend File | |
| 11. | Traffic Study Petitions | |
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| | | 11a. | Em Quiles request traffic review at the intersection of Fairmont St. and Hamilton St.
# 10y CC September 12, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to hold, as further traffic study is needed.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to accept the recommendation.
Recommend Hold | |
| 12. | Winter Parking Ban Petition | |
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| | | 12a. | Cedric Arno request winter parking ban on Berkeley St. between Gage St. and Shamrock St. be moved to the odd number side.
# 8u CC October 17, 2023 | Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the following speaker:
1. Cedric Arno, Worcester resident, spoke in favor of the item
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation relocate the winter parking ban on the entire length of Berkeley St. between Eastern Ave. and Shamrock St. to the opposite side, including the handicap parking spaces.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to amend the item to read as follows, “Cedric Arno request relocation of the winter parking ban on the entire length of Berkeley St. between Eastern Ave. and Shamrock St. to the odd side of the street, as well as the relocation of all handicap parking spaces on Berkeley St. to the even numbered side of the street.”
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to recommend the item be held as amended.
Recommend Hold As Amended | |
| 13. | Parking and Parking Meter Petition | |
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| | | 13a. | Joel Wallen, Associate Executive Director of Pernet Family Health Service, request installation of loading zone in front of 237 Millbury St.
# 8f CC February 28, 2023
In Committee October 18, 2023 - Held
| Attachments | | | | | | | Chairperson Councilor Colorio read the item and recognized the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility, who provided the recommendation to approve the installation of a Commercial Loading Zone, from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m., to be located south of the existing handicap parking space.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio recognized Councilor King, who discussed the time frame for the Commercial Load Zone and feasibility of amending the item in City Council meeting with the Commissioner of Transportation and Mobility.
Chairperson Councilor Colorio moved to recommend the item be approved for installation of a Commercial Load Zone, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., south of the existing handicap parking space.
Recommend Approval | |
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