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Commission approves package of circulation, two‑hour and loading‑zone changes on Mildred Chute and Third Avenue South
Summary
A multi‑part package converting part of Mildred Chute to one‑way eastbound, adding two‑hour time‑limited parking on segments of Mildred Chute and Third Avenue South, and creating a loading zone on Third Avenue South passed after staff corrected a map labeling error and explained traffic study findings.
The Traffic & Parking Commission approved a package of interrelated traffic and parking changes affecting Mildred Chute Avenue and Third Avenue South after staff corrected an on‑screen labeling error and summarized field observations and a traffic study.
Staff explained the proposal includes four linked elements: (1) convert a segment of Mildred Chute to one‑way eastbound between 4th Avenue South and 2nd Avenue South and use the south lane as the through lane while creating parking on the north side (staff noted the PowerPoint had an incorrect north/south label and the staff report reflects the intended configuration); (2) install two‑hour time‑limited parking 8 a.m.–8 p.m., seven days a week, on the north side of Mildred Chute for the designated segment; (3) add two‑hour time‑limited parking on both sides of Third Avenue South between Cameron Street and Chestnut Street (8 a.m.–8 p.m.); and (4) create a loading zone (up to 50 feet, 6 a.m.–10 a.m.) on the west side of Third Avenue South immediately south of Mildred Chute at the spot staff identified to maximize utility while leaving safety clearance near intersections.
Commissioners asked why staff recommended seven‑day limits instead of weekdays only; staff said the recommendation aligns with local business hours and stakeholder feedback. Commissioners also asked about speed data, truck turning movements and whether offset parking would impede deliveries; staff cited an average speed near 20 mph and an 85th percentile around 28 mph and said trucks use the corridor to turn around, which informed the decision to avoid offset parking that would obstruct truck movement.
Commissioner Gibbs asked about the rationale for extending the time limits seven days a week; staff said some businesses operate on weekends and the signage convention for time‑limited parking is to indicate the restriction rather than require payment (the absence of QR codes or pay kiosks differentiates it from paid curbspace). Staff also described plans to move an existing residential handicap space to the same side of the street as a disabled resident.
After clarification and a motion to approve the package (with the correction from 'north' to 'south' on the staff slide), the commission approved the entire package by voice vote. Staff will implement the changes, install signage indicating two‑hour limits (green, non‑pay signs) and monitor use and any accessibility concerns.
