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HomeMy WebLinkAboutConsultant Review - 200 CHICKERING ROAD 11/21/1996 Offimmumpo%aw WORM 40M MHF Design Consultants, Inc. 12-P Manrjr Parkway - Salem NH 03079 • TEL (6031893-07'110 FAX (603; 893-0733 November 21 1, 1,996 Ms Kathleen Bradley Colwell, Planner Town of North Andover Community Development and Services 146 Main Street North Andover, Pdassachusetts t..)1845 Re: Retail Project/Chickering Road .N4- nr g 4 W96 Dear ,%4s. Colwell, Per our telephone discussion this week regardlnP the traffic review services for the above referenced prqject, Demot .kelley has given me list of traffic coDsuitarits that scan be used for the purposes of soliciting proposals for the outside review of the traffic study. Those consultants Suggested for review of the traffic study are: Volmer Associates, Inc. (617) 451-0044 --vhcrnas Bruce Campbell & Associates, Inc. (617) 542'-1 i90 Sasaki Associates, Inc. (61 /) 9.'26-3300 Should you have any questions, please feel tree to contact me at VOL11• convenience. Sineerely yo -rs' N114F DES T co NT, NC 'Y Principal cc, Mr. Joseph Scott, Scott Constructiorl Nir Dermot J, fs'.elly, DJK Assoeiates ENGINEERS PLANNERS o SURVEYORS ,rown of North Andover q tORT 0 I OFFICE OF, 0 C0MMUNrrY DEVELOPMENT AND SERVICES h•- 146 Main Street North Andover, Massachusetts 01845 WILLIAM J. SC017 SACHUS Director To: Scott Daly, Beals& Thomas (508)366-4391 George Bezkorovaimy, Bruce Campbell & Associates, Inc. (617)451-9904 Paul Hajec, Hajec& Associates (508)557-1185 Karen Kehrmeyer, Volmer Associates, Inc. (617)451-3423 From: Kathleen Bradley Colwell, Town Planner Date: November 21, 1996 Re: Request for Proposals - Traffic Study Peer Review relative to proposed retail development Chickering Road (Rt. 125)North Andover, MA Attached please find a request for proposals for traffic study peer review concerning the potential impact of a proposed retail development on an existing State Highway (Rt. 125) in North Andover, MA. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to call me at (508)688-9535. BOARD OF APPEALS 688-9541 BUILDING 688-9545 CONSERVAIJON 688-9530 HEAMI-I 688-9540 PLANNING 689-9535 REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS TRAFFIC STUDY PEER REVIEW RELATIVE TO PROPOSED RETAIL DEVELOPMENT CHICKERING ROAD (Route 125) NORTH ANDOVER, MA November 21, 1996 I. INTRODUCTION A. OVERVIEW AND OBJECTIVES The North Andover Planning Department is seeking proposals from qualified Traffic Consultants for a Traffic Study Peer Review, concerning the potential impact of a proposed retail development on existing State Highway, Chickering Road (Route 125) in North Andover, MA. In addition, the Planning Department is seeking recommendations of required improvements to the adjacent roadway infrastructure impacted by the proposed development. B. BUDGET Although there is no specific project budget, the Planning Department is seeking competitive proposals and fees. Payment to the Consultant will be made by the Town. C. APPLICANT'S INFORMATION Copies of the Applicant's Traffic Impact and Access Study submitted to the Planning Department in November 1996 are available in the Planning Office for review on Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30a.m. & 4:30p.m. D. SCHEDULE The Consultant shall complete the study within fourteen (14) calendar days of receipt of written Notice to Proceed. II. SCOPE OF SERVICES A. The study area includes the intersections of Chickering Road at Farwood Avenue and Chickering Road at the Site Drive. B. The study should include a minimum but not be limited to: (1) Methods of existing daily and peak hour traffic volume data acquisition. (2) Level of Service analysis and determination for the above referenced intersections. (3) Reference of the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) latest traffic generation rates for the most appropriate land use code. (4) The basis and foundation for direction flow splits estimation at the referenced intersections in the study area. C. Additionally, the study should make specific findings and recommendations with regard to any improvements required to the study area intersections and roadways. 111. SELECTION CRITERIA A. The selection of the Consultant to accomplish this study will be based upon the quality and depth of the Consultant's experience and expertise in providing similar studies. The Consultant should provide related type studies experience in his proposals. The minimum years experience for the Project Manager should be 5 yrs. B. Appropriateness of the Consultant's fee and the ability to perform the study within the specified performance schedule shall be considered during selection. IV. DUE DATE A. All proposals should be submitted in triplicate in a sealed envelope addressed to: Kathleen Bradley Colwell, Town Plannner North Andover Planning Department Community Development & Services 146 Main Street North Andover, MA 01845 (508) 688-9535 B. All proposals should be received in the Town Annex no later than 12 o'clock, noon on Monday December 2, 1996. , Bruce Campbell & Associates, Inc. PRINCIPALS Bruce Campbell,P.E. Transportation Engineers and Planners Georgy Bezkorovainy, P.E. Michael Gruenbaum,P.E. Gultekin Sultan,P.E, ASSOCIATE November 26, 1996 vedat Alsan, P.E. Ms. Kathleen Bradley Colwell Town Planner Community Development & Services 146 Main Street North Andover, Massachusetts 01845 Dear Ms. Colwell: SUBJECT: Peer Review - Chickering Road Retail Development Bruce Campbell & Associates, Inc. (BC&A) is pleased to provide you with this proposal to conduct a peer review of the traffic impact report for the above project prepared by MHF Design Consultants, Inc. This project was noticed in a recent issue of the Environmental Monitor. We are currently conducting peer reviews in two Massachusetts communities, and we have completed similar work in over ten communities during the last two years. Attached is a selected listing of some past peer review work. We have also appeared at numerous public hearings defending the work that we have done against reviewers who were hired by the opposition to critique BC&A's work. Attached is our scope of work for the peer review and a cost estimate. Our estimated fee is $3,000, and we can complete the review within two weeks of notice to proceed. Our fee does include time for one meeting with the Town. Douglas Prentiss of our staff will be assigned Project Manager, and working with him as traffic engineer is Daniel Mills, a Merrimack College graduate who has an excellent knowledge of the area and interfaced with Town officials while completing his 1994. senior class project. The resumes of those that will be assigned to this peer review are included. If this proposal is acceptable, please sign the attached contract and return it to us. Very truly yours, Georgy Bezkorovainy Vice President p919-96.dp 38 Chauncy Street Boston, MA 02111 Phone: (617) 542-1199 Fax: (617) 451-9904 PEER REVIEW CHICKERING ROAD RETAIL DEVELOPMENT TRAFFIC IMPACT REPORT NORTH ANDOVER, MASSACHUSETTS SCOPE OF WORK Tasks to be performed by BC&A to conduct a peer review of the MHF Design Consultants, Inc. traffic impact report are: 1. Conduct Field Visit • Verify geometric conditions and identify area deficiencies • Observe traffic operations at study area intersections. 2. Review Existing Traffic Volumes • Compare proponent traffic counts with those collected by others • Review seasonal adjustments • Conduct spot traffic count, if necessary. 3. Review Trip Generation and Trip Distribution Assumptions • Compare with ITE and other published data • Check vehicle trip distribution and flow split assumptions. Review Level of Service Analysis • Check input data for all intersections, including site drive • Existing conditions • No Build conditions • Build conditions. 5.`, Site Circulation Issues • On-site queuing • Corner radii • Intersection geometry and internal traffic patterns. 6. Assess Adequacy of Mitigation Measures • On and Off-site • Signing • Geometric requirements. 7. Prepare Brief Report 8. Meet With Town/Project Team (one meeting). Ref: P919-96.dp Page 1 Bruce Campbell &Associates, Inc. 11/96 CHICKERING ROAD RETAIL DEVELOPMENT NORTH ANDOVER, MASSACHUSETTS MANPOWER AND FEE ESTIMATE Project Project Traffic CARD/ A. ESTIMATED STAFFING (person hours) Advisor Manager Engineer Technician Task 1 - Conduct Field Visit - 3 4 - Task 2 - Review Existing Traffic Volumes - 0.5 4 - Task 3 - Review Trip Generation and Trip - 0.5 2 - Distribution Assumptions Task 4 - Review LOS Analysis - 0.5 3 - Task 5 - Review Site Circulation Issues - 0.5 1 - Task 6 - Assess Adequacy of Mitigation Measures 0.5 1 2 - Task 7 - Prepare Brief Report 0.5 1 1 2 Task 8 - Meet Once with Town/Project Team* - 5 - - TOTAL PERSON HOURS ? 1 00 1:2 00 17:00 2:00 Project Project Traffic CADD/ B. FEE ESTIMATE Advisor Manager Engineer Technician Total Person Hours 1.00 12.00 17.00 2.00 Rate Per Hour 162.00 135.00 63.00 58.00 Subtotal Salaries 162.00 1,620.00 1,071.00 116.00 Total All Salaries 2,969.00 Direct Expenses (travel, traffic counts, reproduction) 50.00 GRAND TOTAL 3,019.00 SAY $3,000.00 Project Advisor - Georgy Bezkorovainy @ $162/hour Project Manager - Douglas Prentiss @ $135/hour Traffic Engineer - Daniel Mills @ $63/hour * Meetings beyond one (1) will be billed at BC&A hourly rates. Ref: P919-96.dp Page 2 Bruce Campbell & Associates, Inc. 11/96 AGREEMENT BETWEEN BRUCE CAMPBELL & ASSOCIATES and TOWN OF NORTH ANDOVER Attached please find our Scope of Work for conducting a peer review of the MHF Design Consultants, Inc. traffic report in North Andover, Massachusetts Our estimated fee for the project is $3,000. We can complete our report within two weeks of notice to proceed. This fee includes one meeting. We will attend all necessary meetings beyond one and bill the client on an hourly basis. The estimated fee is considered a lump sum and an invoice will be sent out following completion of our work (including meeting time). Payments are expected within 30 days of the date of the invoice; an interest charge of 1.5%/month of the outstanding balance and minor administrative charges will be added for A overdue payments. To the maximum extent permitted by law, the client agrees to limit BC&A liability for the client's damages to the amount of BC&A professional fee. This limitation shall apply regardless of the cause of action or legal theory pled or asserted. Georgy Bezkorovainy will serve as Project Advisor, Douglas Prentiss will be the Project Manager and Daniel Mills will be the Traffic Engineer. A signed copy of this agreement will serve as notice to proceed. This proposal is valid until December 26, 1996 O-7 Bruce Campbell & Associates, Inc. Date Authorized Signature Date Town of North Andover Ref- P919-96.dp Page 3 Bruce Campbell & Associates, Inc. 11/96 AGREE ME NT BETWEEN BRUCE CAMPBELL & ASSOCIATE,S and TOWN OF NORTH ANDOVER Attached please find our Scope of Work for conducting a peer review of the MHF Design Consultants, Inc. traffic report in North Andover, Massachusetts Our estimated fee for the project is $3,000. We can complete our report within two weeks of notice to proceed. This fee includes one meeting. We will attend all necessary meetings beyond one and bill the client on an hourly basis. The estimated fee is considered a lump sum and an invoice will be sent out following completion of our work (including meeting time). Payments are expected within 30 days of the date of the invoice; an interest charge of 1.5%/month of the outstanding balance and minor administrative charges will be added for all overdue payments. To the maximum extent permitted by law, the client agrees to limit BC&A liability for the client's damages to the amount of BC&A professional fee. This limitation shall apply regardless of the cause of action or legal theory pled or asserted. Georgy Bezkorovainy will serve as Project Advisor, Douglas Prentiss will be the Project Manager and Daniel Mills will be the Traffic Engineer. A signed copy of this agreement will serve as notice to proceed. This proposal is valid until December 26, 1996 Bruce Campbell & Associates, Inc. Date Authorized Signature Date Town of North Andover Ref. P919-96.dp Page 3 Bruce Campbell & Associates, Inc. 11/96 BRUCE CAMPBELL & ASSOCIATES, INC. Selected Listing of Peer Review of Traffic Studies • For the Town of Scituate Planning Board, a peer review of the traffic study for a 61-lot residential subdivision and review of MBTA's EIR dealing with the proposed restoration of the Greenbush commuter rail line. • For the Town of Wellesley Selectmen, a peer review of the traffic study done for the Stop & Shop to be located on Route 16; a residential development traffic study and for a study dealing with Babson College expansion. • For the Town of Seabrook, New Hampshire, a peer review of a retail project to be located on Route 107, near I-95. • For the Town of Franklin Planning Board, review of the traffic study for a retail and hotel development located on Union Street adjacent to I-495. • For the City of Lynn Engineering Department, a peer review of the study for the proposed Route 107 Stop & Shop. • For the City of Woburn, peer review of two separate retail projects located on city streets. • For an abutter and the Middleton, Rhode Island Zoning Board, a peer review of a 135,000 gsf shopping center on Route 114. • For an abutter of a proposed MBTA commuter rail station in Weston, a peer review of the MBTA traffic study was completed. • For the Town of Braintree - For Planning Board, a peer review of a commercial development at Union and Ivory streets, and a Dunkin' Donuts' traffic study. - For Old Colony Mitigation Committee, review of MBTA's EIR dealing with the proposed activation of the Old Colony commuter rail line. • For the Town of Westborough, a peer review of the traffic study for a multi-screen cinema development project on Route 9. • For Shaw's Supermarkets, a peer review of EIRs for Super Stop & Shop developments in New Bedford and Mansfield. • For the Town of Canton, a peer review of a traffic impact study for a proposed Dunkin' Donuts. BC&A-qual Bruce Campbell & Associates, Inc. Ming I E,NGI NEER S,LANDSCA PF ARCHITECTS-PLANNE'RS ...............................................- 6 SAINT JAM FS AVENUE, BOS]ON MA 02116-1895 TE 1, 6 17-4 5 1 -004 4 ° PAX 6 17-4 5 1 -3 12 3 November 27, 1996 Ms. Kathleen Bradley Colwell, Town Planner North Andover Planning Department Community Development and Services 146 Main Street North Andover, MA 01845 Re: Traffic Study Peer Review -Retail Development Chickering Road (Route 125) Dear Ms. Colwell: Vollmer Associates LLP is pleased to respond to the Town of North Andover's request for proposals for peer review of the traffic study of the proposed retail development on Chickering Road and complementing recommendations of required improvements to the adjacent roadway infrastructure. We have reviewed the study at the Planning Department office. Our fee for this project scope as defined herein is $2000.00. We shall complete the scope within fourteen(14) calendar days of receipt of written Notice to Proceed. Vollmer Associates is currently providing or has recently provided similar review services to the Towns of Walpole, Hopedale, Barnstable and Lunenburg and for the City of Woburn. A description of these projects and the services provided are attached for your reference. Vollmer's Project Manager for this project will be David J. DeBaie, P.E. Mr. DeBaie has 22 years experience including the preparation and review of traffic impact studies. For the Town of Rockland's Planning Board. Mr. DeBaie reviewed numerous traffic impact studies and assisted with the determination of impact fees that would be utilized to provide roadway improvements. Mr. DeBaie has considerable experience in working with MHD District 4 traffic and projects personnel. SCOPE OF SERVICES 1. The subject traffic study will be reviewed and specific comments provided on the following at both the Chickering Road/Farwood Avenue and Chickering Road/Site Drive intersections. A. Methodology for determining the peak hour and daily traffic volume conditions. AN F Q U A 1, 0 11 11 0 R T U N I T Y F NI 11 L 0 Y E R ENGINERS-LANDSCAPE, B. Methodology for determining the levels of service. C. Application of the ITE trip generation manual. D. Methodology for route assignment of new trips generated by the project. 2. The subject intersections/locations will be visited and observations made as to existing operational concerns or potential concerns relating to the trip making introduced by proposed development. Recommendations will be provided to safeguard the existing operation or improve it where the opportunity is observed. 3. Attend one meeting with the Planning Department and the applicant to present the findings of the review. FEE The estimated fee for these services is estimated at Two Thousand Dollars ($2,000.00), inclusive of direct project expenses. This fee represents a not-to-exceed amount. The furnishing of traffic engineering services shall not make Vollmer Associates responsible for the design or construction means, methods, techniques or procedures, or for the safety precautions and programs associated with previous and future work at the above property. Attendance at additional meetings,preparation of permit applications, and any required work associated with permit approval requirements, will be considered additional services and the fee for such additional services will be based on our standard hourly rates plus expenses. Very truly yours, VOLLMER ASSOCIATES LLP Edmund ondon, P.E. Partner Town of North Andover Signed: Title: Date: Vollmer Associates LLP David J. DeBaie, P.E. Project Assignment: Chief Traffic Engineer Summary of Experience: Education: As Chief Traffic Engineer and Department Head for Vollmer Associates'Boston Master of Science,Civil Engineering office, Mr. DeBaie oversees and provides quality control for all traffic Northeastern University, 1982 engineering projects which include demand modeling, interchange and intersection, and system operational analysis, concept to final design, Bachelor of Science,Civil Engineering specifications and estimates,maintenance of traffic,and traffic signal inspection. Northeastern University, 1974 Throughout his twenty-two year career, Mr. DeBaie has worked successfully with the Massachusetts Highway Department,New Hampshire,Maine,Vermont, Registration: Connecticut and Rhode Island DOT's, and other state municipal and federal agencies. Mr.DeBaie has prepared traffic signal construction documents in each Professional Engineer of the six New England states. Massachusetts 0 Cambridgeport Roadway Improvements, Cambridge, MA. Project New Hampshire Manager for a urban roadway reconstruction project for the Cambridge Maine Community Development Department and in coordination with the Cambridgeport community. The project objective is to divert the existing Membership: regional traffic flowing through the Cambridgeport residential neighborhood. This will be accomplished by constructing new roadways and to connect them Institute of Transportation Engineers to existing roadways to reroute traffic. In deference to the residential neighborhood,streetscape/landscape treatment will be incorporated into the design of the connecting roadways as well as roadway reconstruction. Years of Experience: Cambridge Community Development Department Total Experience:22 0 120 Locations,Boston,MA. As Project Manager,directed the production With Vollmer Associates:2 of construction plans, specification and estimate for the installation of replacement controllers at 120 signalized intersections in the City of Boston. An aggressive schedule was maintained to preserve funding while preparing complete signalization plans for record copies and contractor information. Each location was reviewed for compliance with the manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices;at a select number of locations safety studies were conducted,signal warrants reviewed and capacity analysis prepared to satisfy the Metropolitan District Commission,Massachusetts Highway Department, and the Federal Highway Administration. City of Boston C Mahoney Circle,Revere,MA. Formerly known as Bell Circle,this at grade modified rotary intersection of 3 regional highways and local streets is being studied to determine the feasibility of grade separation and its potential for reducing accidents,improving local access across Revere which is virtually split by the regional traffic. Community,city staff,and elected officials have participated in the generation and development of alternatives which will be analyzed under year 2020 conditions and documented with respect to location and operational characteristics. City of Boston ® Traffic Signal Design. As Senior Project Engineer,supervised design and production of traffic signal construction plans,specifications,and estimates in Haverhill, Stoneham, Burlington, Marlborough, Ashland, Middleton, Rowley, Stoughton,and Cambridge,MA;Providence,RI;North Kingston, Rl; and Route 7, Rutland, VT. Prepared traffic signal construction plans, specifications, and estimates and/or inspected installations of Route 103, Claremont,NH;Route 3,Merrimack,NH;Main Street,Lebanon,NH; Route 29, Salem,NH: Central Street, Stoughton, MA; and Dracut, MA, Route 5, Holyoke, MA. Transportation Engineering and Planning Ref . No. 96012 December 5, 1996 Ms . Kathleen Bradley Colwell , Town Planner North Andover Planning Department Community Development & Services 146 Main. Street North Andover, MA 01845 Re : Proposed Scope of Services and Cost Estimate for Old Town Village Traffic Review Dear Ms . Colwell : Per our recent telephone discussion, I am providing the following notes and amendments to supplement our original (December 2 , 1996) traffic review proposal for Old Town Village . NOTES The work elements outlined below were included as part of the original proposal . * Review level of service analyses for existing, no-build, and build conditions . * Check input data (including traffic volumes) for existing, no-build, and build conditions . * Evaluate sight distance at project driveways) * Review internal site circulation characteristics, including queueing, corner radii, driveway geometry, and internal trip patterns . AMENDMENTS The new work elements outlined below are requested as amendments to the original proposal . * Perform tip to three alternative retail trip generation summaries (for daily and peak hour periods) . The specific land uses to be considered will be at the discretion of the Planning Department . The summaries will be presented in a framework W Hajec Associates, Inc. 175 Haverhill Streei: Lawrence, MA 018.10 _lel. (508) 557-588 7 Fax (5 08) 557-1 185 -2- facilitating comparison to the trip generation characteristics in the proponent' s traffic report . COST AND TERMS Work on the amendment outlined herein can be completed for $300, resulting in a revised total project cost of approximately $1800 . Work resulting in expenses beyond the estimated total of $1800 will not be performed without prior written authorization of the appropriate signatory. Such "add-on' work will be billed on a time and materials basis, using an hourly rate of $75 . The proposal, including amendments, may be accepted by signing in the appropriate space below and on the original document and returning a copy of each to Hajec Associates, Inc. By executing this proposal, the signatory warrants that he/she has full authority to commit the client to enter into this agreement . I continue to look forward to the opportunity to working with you on this project . Please contact me if you have any questions . sincerely yours, c Paul J. /Hajec President Accepted by: Authorize S . na re LOCI t Title Date To wn of North o 1.h Andove f AORTIj , Tao OFFICE OF O 3? y°t O0 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND SERVICES A 146 Main Street � 1 North Andover, Massachusetts 01845 9 °RAT[U'oP` 13 WILLIAM J. SCOTT SSACHUst Director December 13, 1996 Mr. Paul Hajec, President Hajec Associates, Inc. 175 Haverhill Street Lawrence, MA 01840 Re: Contract for Traffic Review for Old Town Village, 200 Chickering Road Dear Mr. Hajec, Enclosed is a signed original proposal and amendment for the review of the traffic completed for Old Town Village located at 200 Chickering Road. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to call me at 688-9535. I look forward to working with you on this project. Very truly yours, Kathleen Bradley Colwell Town Planner BOARD OF APPEALS 688-9541 BUILDING 688-9545 CONSERVATION 688-9530 HEALTH 688-9540 PLANNING 688-9535 x own OE North Andover of V40RTN .1 i�eo OFFICE OF �a yt< °,b °L COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND SERVICES A 146 Main Street North Andover, Massachusetts 01845 WILLIAM J. SCOTT 9SSACHUSSt Director Memorandum To: Laurie Elliott, Town Accountant From: Kathleen Bradley Colwell, Town Planner '1'c_ Date: December 13, 1996 Re: Contract for Review of Traffic Issues associated with proposed Rennie Expansion Attached is an original contract and supplement for the review of the traffic study completed by the applicant and submitted to the Planning Board as part of the application for the proposed expansion of the Rennie retail center on Rt. 125. The contract is between Paul Hajec of Hajec Associates and William Scott, Community Development Director. The total project cost is $1800 which will be paid from the 593 account held for this project. According to our records, we are currently holding $7,091.30 in that account. Please let me know if you need any additional information. BOARD OF APPEALS 688-9541 BUILDING 688-9545 CONSERVATION 688-9530 HEALTH 688-9540 PLANNING 688-9535 IIJA - IIVI'1)1�, Transportation Engineering r, ICI and Planning Ref , No . 96012 January 7, 1997 Ms . Kathleen. Bradley Colwell, Town Planner North Andover Planning Department Community Development & Services 146 Main Street North Andover, MA 01845 Re : Old Town Village Traffic Review Dear Ms . Colwell : Hajec Associates, Inc , has completed a preliminary review of the Traffic Impact and Access Study (TIAS) for the proposed Old Town Village retail development . The review focused on: data collection, traffic volumes, levels of service, sight distance, trip generation/distribution, and driveway design. The findings of this evaluation are attached for your consideration. The detailed review of the TIAS will be completed in time for the next meeting of the Planning Board (the meeting subsequent to tonight' s) . I will be available to present its findings at that time . Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions in the interim . Sincerely yours, Paul J.' Hajec President att . CC : Dermot J. Kelly Hajec:: Associates, Inc::. '175 Haverhill tr E;t Lavvr'e:nce, MA 01840 Te=l. (508) 557-5£3£37 Fax (50£3) 1557-1`185 rt Transportation Engineering and Planning OLD TOWN VILLAGE TRAFFIC IMPACT AND ACCESS STUDY REVIEW PRELIMINARY SUMMARY OF FINDINGS I. PROJECT DESCRIPTION The project site (200 Chickering Road) contains a 3 , 100 square foot structure currently used as Rennie' s Flower Shop and Greenhouse . It is bounded by Farrwood Avenue on the north, residential property on the south, Chickering Road (Route 125) on the east, and residential property on the west . Access/egress is provided via each of two driveways directly off Chickering Road. Chickering Road (Route 125) in the study area is under the jurisdiction of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts . The proposed project is the demolition of the existing 3 , 100 square foot building and the subsequent construction of a 17, 500 square foot retail structure . According to information presented in the proponent' s Traffic Impact and Access Study (TIAS) , the site would continue to be served by the two existing driveways, which would be reconfigured to comply with Massachusetts Highway Department (MHD) standards . Specifically, the northern driveway would be used by service vehicles (primarily trucks and delivery vans) and the southern driveway would be used by patrons of the facility (primarily automobiles) . The TIAS did not identify specific tenants or types of uses within the proposed retail facility. II . OVERVIEW OF FINDINGS The TIAS, dated July 1996 , was prepared by Dermot J. Kelly & Associates, Inc . of North Andover, Massachusetts . The analysis contained therein was generally conducted in accordance with M Heajec Associates, Wc. '175 H<auethill Sheet L.:awrerace, MA 01!"40 T'el. (508) 55/ 5887 -2- traffic study guidelines suggested by the Massachusetts Highway Department (MHD) , the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) , and the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) . Detailed review of data collection methods and technical analysis/presentation, however, is ongoing. Hajec Associates, Inc . will work closely with the Town of North Andover Community and Services Department and Dermot J. Kelly & Associates, Inc . during this period to resolve any issues which may arise . III . ACCESS ALTERNATIVES The preliminary review of driveway alternatives for the proposed project was based on the plan presented in the TIAS (one full movement driveway for service vehicles and one full movement driveway for patrons on Chickering Road) . On January 6 , 1997, Hajec Associates, Inc . received an updated Site Development Plan dated October 7, 1996 . This plan and/or any updates received by January 10, 1997 will be considered for the final traffic review. As currently viewed by Hajec Associates, Inc . , it appears that the best access scheme is a single full movement driveway on Chickering Road. This driveway should be located as far south as possible along the property frontage . This scheme is recommended for the following reasons : * to protect the nature of Farrwood Avenue as a private (assumed) roadway; * to maintain minimum acceptable distance between intersections; and * to be consistent with the recent MHD trend toward curb-cut consolidation. Albeit subject to further examination for the final traffic review, it appears that this recommended design is generally consistent with that presented in the aforementioned October 7, 1996 Site Development Plan. I IV. TRIP GENERATION ALTERNATIVES Hajec Associates, Inc . is still prepared to perform up to three alternative retail trip generation summaries for both daily (24- hour) and peak hour periods . However, information on the specific -3- land uses to be considered needs to be provided by the Planning Department . The summaries will be prepared in a framework facilitating comparison to the trip generation characteristics in the proponent' s TIAS . NFAMW EM MHF Design Consultant , Inc. 12.13 Manor Parkway-Salem, NH 0307 -TElw (603)893-6720-FAX(603)693-0733 January 7, 1997 Ms. Kathleen Bradley Colwell, Planner i North Andover Community Development and Services 146 Main Street North Andover, Massachusetts 01845 - Re: Proposed Retail Site 200 Chickering Road Map 46, Lots 35 and 46 Dear Ms. Colwell: On behalf of Scott Construction, this letter serves as our request to the North Andover Planning Board for a continuance of the above referenced site plan to the first meeting in February. It is our understanding that the Town's traffic consultant has not fully completed is review of the plan and traffic study and in addition, we have not completed the changes to the site plan based on the comments from the Town Departments. Therefore, since there are many outstanding issues to be resolved and the Town's consultant has not completed his review, it would be unproductive to go forward with the plan at this evening's meeting. We anticipate that our revised plans will be completed in advance of the February meeting for review by the Town Departments. In addition, we would hope that the Town's traffic consultant will have completed his review by that time as well. We hope this will not cause any inconvenience to the Planning Board and/or abutters and we thank them for their time and consideration regarding this matter. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at your convenience. Sincereely%�'y rs, ' ° MHO OE GN/(0 �T . S,INC. . . "ss, ._.. ncipal cc: Mr. Joseph Scott, Scott Companies Atty Peter Shaheen Atty Mark Johnson ENGINEERS PLANNERS SURVEYORS JEC S c ¢ d '" > Engineering i I f r r and Planning r Ref . No . 96012 r g7,r ' January 24 , 1997 Ms . Kathleen Bradley Colwell , Town Planner North Andover Planning Department Community Development & Services 146 Main Street North Andover, MA 01845 Re : old Town Village Traffic Review Dear Ms . Colwell : Hajec Associates, Inc . has completed a review of the Traffic Impact and Access Study (TIAS) for the proposed old Town Village retail development . The review focused on: data collection, traffic volumes, levels of service, sight distance, trip gerieration/distribution, driveway design/location, internal lot layout/circulation, and miitigation. The findings of this evaluation are attached for your consideration. This report is supplemental to the preliminary review submitted to the Planning Department on January 7 , 1997 . I will be available to discuss these findings at the February 4 , 1997 meeting of the Planning Board. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions in the interim. Si cerely yours, �r Paul J. Hajec President att . CC : Dermot J. Kelly I iajec Associates, Inc, 175 1 laverhill Street Lawrence, MA 018/10 Tel. (508) 5b7-13887 Fax (50£3) 1557-1'1815 HAJEC Cw,u::S O C:;I Al E Transportation Engineering and Planning OLD TOWN VILLAGE TRAFFIC IMPACT AND ACCESS STUDY REVIEW SUMMARY OF FINDINGS I . PROJECT DESCRIPTION (Refer to Preliminary Review. ) II . OVERVIEW The TIAS, originally dated July 1996 and updated in October 1996 , was prepared by Dermot J. Kelly & Associates, Inc . of North Andover, Massachusetts . The analysis contained therein was generally conducted in accordance with traffic study guidelines suggested of the Massachusetts Highway Department (MHD) , the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) , and the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) . Detailed review of the TIAS has nevertheless resulted in the identification of a few issues which should be addressed in order to maximize the efficiency and safety of traffic flow. III. DATA COLLECTION AND TECHNICAL ANALYSIS * The peak hour and daily (24-hour) traffic counts for the TIAS were conducted during June 1996 . Thus, these counts do not include what may be a significant contribution from near Merrimack Co a l ge.,' sparticulariy ing the morning peak hour . tributes of daily volumes at the MHD count station used in the TIAS (Routes 114 and 125 north of the Andover By-Pass) are not necessarily similar during peak hours . At a minimum and to the extent possible, peak travel times and origins of trips generated by the college should be estimated to determine what level of impact, if any, such trips have on Chickering Road in front of the site . * The TIAS estimates site trips using average trip-making rates for Specialty Retail land uses, based on information presented in the ITE Trip Generation manual (Land Use Code 13 1-1�_ijec Associates, Inc:. 175 Haverhill Street Lain✓re.nce, MA 018/40 Tel. (508) 55T-5887 Fax (F508) 557..1 1 W—) -2- 814) . This methodology and choice of land use category is acceptable, based on the amount of information currently available for the proposed project (in terms of square footage and land use) . If more specific information were to become available, however, the estimate of site trips should be re-evaluated. For example, the inclusion of a fast-food restaurant or some other trip-intensive use as part of the overall development would render current trip estimates conservatively low. * It is further assumed that 250 of the vehicles using the site would be attracted from the existing traffic stream on Chickering Road. This methodology is consistent with standard traffic engineering principles , including MHD guidelines . In fact, it is widely acknowledged that this 25 level of "pass-by" trips is conservatively low and that a more realistic estimate of this traffic component is on the order of 40o to 500 . No further work on this aspect of the study is suggested. * The trip distribution/assignment was completed using the more rudimentary of several available accepted methods (based on existing directional splits past the site) . The results of this phase of the TIAS, however, seem intuitively accurate . No further work on this aspect of the study is suggested. * To be consistent with typical methodolgy and MHD guidelines, accident data for the most recently available three year period should have been presented for study area roadways and intersections . It would have facilitated the safety analysis if such data was summarized to identify trends, particularly relative to season, time of day, type, and severity. Since Chickering Road in the study area is under MHD jurisdiction, the majority of available accident information would be available within the state computer records system. Accessing this information is usually time consuming (a matter of months) . Given the current time constraints of the permitting process and the relatively small size of the project, it would not be prudent to expect this infomation be produced prior to proceeding toward a decision. However, input from the local police department regarding the safety history of the study area should be solicited. * Level of service (LOS) calculations were properly completed, in terms of input data and assumptions . These calculations were conducted for weekday morning and evening as well as Saturday midday peak hours . Following completion of the proposed project , all vehicle movements are shown to occur within acceptable standards (LOS D or better) , except left turns from the site driveway during the weekday evening and Saturday midday analysis periods . Visual observations of 3- traffic stream characteristics indicate, however, that there are an amount of gaps of sufficient length to sustain acceptable peak hour operations for these left turning vehicles . Thus, no mitigation of the "calculated" condition is suggested. IV. ACCESS ALTERNATIVES The best access scheme is a single full-movement driveway on Chickering Road. The driveway should be located as far south as possible along the property frontage . This scheme is recommended for the following reasons : * to protect the nature of Farrwood Avenue as a private (assumed) roadway; * to maintain minimum acceptable distance between intersections; and * to be consistent with the recent MHD trend toward curb-cut consolidation. This recommended location and number of driveways is consistent with that presented in the October 7 , 1996 Site Development Plan, which is the most recently developed plan submitted to Hajec Associates, Inc . It should be noted that the minimum acceptable distance between intersections varies on a community-specific basis, according to local zoning regulations . This distane, however, is usually not less than 100 feet . The aforementioned October 7, 1996 Site Development Plan shows a distance of approximately 140 feet between . ..... . ......... ....._....... .' �� . „�, the site driveway and Farrwood Avenue V. DRIVEWAY DESIGN Despite review of the TIAS and the available Site Development Plan, the proposed lane configuration of the driveway was not totally clear. Subsequent discussions with the proponent' s traffic consultant , however, provided insight on this issue . The driveway will have three lanes, with one lane for inbound vehicles and two lanes for outbound vehicles . One of the outbound lanes will be for exclusive use by left turning traffic and the other will be for exclusive use by right turning vehicles . Appropriate pavement markings and/or signage will be provided to facilitate this design . It is recommended that a stop sign be w,. . ... included as part of the traffic control "package" at the driveway exit . The proposed lane configuration will promote the efficient flow of -4- traffic from the site by minimizing delays to right turning vehicles . As a result , on-site queueing will also be minimized. The potential interaction of queued vehicles with internally circulating traffic will be reduced, providing an important safety benefit . Thus, Hajec Associates, Inc . agrees with the three lane concept for the driveway. However, the turning radii of the driveway will not permit safe . ................................................ The general nature of movement K'� ccessing W. the proposed lan d use, however, is to be serviced and maintained by vendors using vans and light trucks . At a minimum, the proponent should confirm that this will be true at old Town Village . Depending on its comfort level with the situation, the Planning Department may also consider a heavy truck restriction or re-design U of the radii . VI . INTERNAL LOT LAYOUT/CIRCULATION Based only on number of spaces, on-site parking is more than adequate, as the number of spaces provided slightly exceeds (by four spaces) the required amount . The number of compact spaces (33 spaces or 371 of site total) , however, seems large . Fortunately, the full-size spaces are located in the most prime area of the lot, relative to proximity to likely store entrances . The number of full-size spaces is undoubtedly limited by space constraints of the parcel . It is recommended, nevertheless, that the proponent ' s engineer re-evaluate the parking allocation with a goal of increasing the number of full-size spaces . .......... ............_­',...... Also, the number of handicapped spaces provided exactly meets the number required by local zoning . These spaces are oriented toward the east side of the proposed building . Assuming each unit will have its own entry door, it is recommended that the handicapped spaces be redistributed more evenly. This would reduce the distance to be traversed by handicapped patrons of the central area and west side of the facility. The design of the internal. circulation roadway is adequate to accommodate efficient two-way movement (including through movement and parking maneuvers) by automobiles, vans, and light trucks . Corner radii are prohibitive to the efficient movement of heavy trucks . VII . OFF-SITE MITIGATION There is an existing sidewalk along the frontage of the property. In order to promote pedestrian safety, a sidewalk of similar -5- characteristics (width, etc . ) should be present upon completion of the proposed project . VIII . TRIP GENERATION ALTERNATIVES Hajec Associates, Inc . is still prepared to perform alternative retail trip generation summaries for both daily (24-hour) and peak hour periods . However, information on the specific land uses to be considered needs to be provided by the Planning Department . The summaries would be prepared in a framework facilitating comparison to the trip generation characteristics in the proponent' s TIAS . i i I F%' LAW OFFICE OF MARK B. JOHNSON 12 Chestnut Street Andover,Massachusetts 01810-3706 (508)475-4488 Telecopier:(508)475-6703 Paralegals MARK B. JOHNSON(MA,NH, DC) KATHRYN M.MORIN LINDA A. O'CONNELL(MA,NH,RI) JEAN A.SHEEHAN GINA M. CUMMINGS(MA) ELIZABETH H.MATHIEU January 31, 1.997 Town of North Andover Attn: Kathleen Bradley Colwell, Town Planner 146 Main Street North Andover, MA 01845 Re: 200 Chickening Road Dear Kathleen: This will confirm our telephone conversation of January 27, 1997 in which you informed me that the only issue the Planning Board will be discussing at the February 4, 1997 meeting will be traffic. Thank you for your continued cooperation in this matter. Very trul ours, Z Mark B. Johnson MBJ/jah cc: Jim McCarthy REMERITAGUCOLWELL2 l{ s Y ,�� i mnrimw,nr. mm�vwvmm uxmrvuw;u mrvm mwwxmmma�ruwmum: iry n.rnuo ll" Di , ernic>t J. Kelly Associates, Inc, fir Traffic E rig inee inrg/Tran sporti:atior°a Planning T wa�7 Dundee Park, Suite, 301 Andover, MA 0"1810-13725 Office: 508-474.1 994 [-ax: 508-4-74-1778 Ref: 290 Scott/North Andover March 3, 1997 via Fax& Regular Mail Ms. Kathleen Colwell North Andover Planning Department Community Development and Services 146 Main Street North Andover, MA 01845 RE: Old Town Village/North Andover Dear Kathleen: In response to the review of the Traffic Impact and Access Study conducted for the above referenced project, additional traffic counts were conducted along Chickering Road at the Farrwood Avenue intersection. The actual data is attached to this letter. The recent traffic count was conducted on Friday February 21, 1997. Merrimack College was in session during this time period. The recent traffic count was lower in volume than the Thursday June 13, 1996 traffic count, 1565 vehicles per hour (vph) compared to 1345 vhp. Additionally, a queuing and delay study was conducted at Farrwood Avenue. The queuing at Farwood Avenue ranged between 0 and 3 vehicles with the delay ranging from 0 to 42 seconds. The average observed stopped delay was 14.84 seconds per vehicle compared to the calculated delay of 13.1 seconds per vehicle, both Level of Service C. Should you have any questions, comments and/or if you require any additional information please do not hesitate to call me. Sincerely, DERMOT J. KELLY &ASSOCIATES INC. Dermot J. Kelly, P.E. President cc: via fax Paul Hajec Steve DuBois/Joe Scott Mark Gross File 290 Attachments 290-45.doc /q CO x U H 0 0 N Y O � CL O 1 T- V L (� LO 0 t0 N M m T T T M 0 00 O 00 O o p p V r T O f LO r M(D T '.I- d 0 N co M M 0 _ � M T T O T M r- a ►- U O CC j 2, � N CO r N CO rt Z U m0 W 0 " Q 'a N dV o N T 0) f UN W o U � =3 M rnLnTrn (nt- M _O > N U Z U LL O co N co (0 ICN—q ]OF �CO p (O M 00 O 0) V � M d J C (A j N O N O O T O N h �Z�rr O m t®� Y. U O U N = (A co O co (O N r Y L p p p N (O 00 00 (3) r -0 U U 2 75 Lo co I�t co CO T m N Nt co O N CD 0 O r N N N r N I— co 0 O CO T N . r r r 0 N N (�i 00 U p� O Y r T CM r- M N N 00 d) N d M O N — i r N N N r N oo co V N < O d aaaaaa U) t-' CO 4) r M d' O r M p Q Q ; L N r- r- 00 00 00 O Q Y 0 -000 x oUno � oLn Y o T M a o r cz I� Q li N f� f- 1� 00 0o DJK Assoc., Inc. Weather Two Dundee Park Study Name: JOB290 Counted by: (� Suite 301 Site Code : 00071376 Board # 7Y C® Andover, MA 01810-3725 Start Date: 02/21/97 Other Minimum delay that is counted as delay is set to 0 seconds . From 07 : 01 to 08 :29 Lane 1 Lane 2 Total vehicle count 49 0 Total delayed count 49 - 100% 0 - 00 Total through count 0 - 00 0 - 1000 Average Stopped Time : 14 . 84 0 . 00 Maximum Stopped Time : 42 0 Average Queue : 0 . 15 0 . 00 Queue Density: 1 . 27 0 . 00 Maximum Queue : 3 0 DJK Assoc., Inc. Weather C leadfr I PA V Two Dundee Park Study Name: JOB290 Counted by: L— Suite 301 Site Code : 00071376 Board # Andover, MA 01810-3725 Start Date: 02/21/97 Other Averge Queue Size For Given Time Period A U e r a e 3 Q U e 3 U e $ i i z e F:01 7:10 7:1 7:39 7:33 7: 47 7:57 3:06 x:15 3:35 Time Of Pay DJK Assoc., Inc. 1 Weather 6 t®tf �✓ Two Dundee Park Study Name: JOB290 Counted by: Suite 301 Site Code : 00071376 Board # c®,? Andover, MA 01810-3725 Start Date: 02/21/97 Other Average Ike laq For a Given T ime e 40 C 0 n 3 d S 24 D if e 1 a 8 e 7:10 7:1' 7 :28 7:37 7:465 7:5 8:05 8:14 8:23 Time of Day DJK Dermot J. Kelly Associates, Inc. Traffic Engineering/Transportation Planning Two Dundee Park, Suite 301 Andover, MA 01810-3725 Office: 508-474-1994 Fax: 508-474-1778 April 11, 1997 via Hand Delivery Mr. Eric W. Botterman Acting District Highway Director Massachusetts Highway Department, District 4 519 Appleton Street Arlington, MA 02174 Attn.: Mr. William Davis, District Permit Engineer RE: Old Town Village Chickering Road (Route 125) North Andover, MA EOEA No. 10967 Scott Construction Company, Inc. Dear Mr. Davis: On behalf of Scott Construction Company, Inc., enclosed please find General Plan (GP) and a Traffic Management Plan (TMP) for the above referenced project. The enclosed information was developed to address your comments as noted in the attached letter. Also enclosed is a complete set of plans for the development of the site which indicate that the proposed redevelopment of this site will not negatively impact the MHD's property. Please note that additional survey information was obtained in order to develop the TMP. As a result, the existing edge of pavement in the area Farwood Avenue is slightly different with the GP and the TMP based on recent survey information. Upon your review of the enclosed information, please feel free to call me with any questions, comments and/or if you require any additional information. Thank you in advance for your attention to this matter. Sincerely, DERMOT J. KELLY ASSOCIATES INC. 7--f Dermot J. Kelly, P.E. President Enclosures DJK/ah cc: Joe Scott/Steve DuBois, Scott Construction Company, Inc. (w/plans) Mark Gross, MHF Design Consulting, Inc. (w/plans) Peter Shaheen, Attorney (w/plans) Kathleen Colwell, Town Planner (w/plans) File 290-Ltr8.doc i HAJEC AS OCIAC L Transportation Engineering and Planning Ref . No . 96012 April 15 , 1997 Ms . Kathleen Bradley Colwell , Town Planner North Andover Planning Department Community Development & Services 146 Main Street North Andover, MA 01845 Re : Old Town Village Traffic Review Dear Ms . Colwell : Per your request, Hajec Associates, Inc . has continued to monitor and review traffic-related issues relative to the proposed retail project . This monitoring/review task has included attendance at Planning Board meetings, site visits, and discussions with representatives of the proponent' s traffic engineer (Dermot J. Kelly & Associates, Inc . ) as well as the local Planning Department . This work has been conducted subsequent to completion of Hajec Associates, Inc . original review, which was submitted on January 24 , 1997 . Based on the response to the original review, as well as information obtained through work during the subsequent time period, Hajec Associates, Inc . feels that the only remaining issue is identification of and implementation agreement for an off-site improvement , or mitigation package . A suggested off-site mitigation commitment is outlined below. SUGGESTED OFF-SITE MITIGATION * Advance warning signs for turning vehicles should be installed along Chickering Road, on either side of the proposed project driveway. This will alert drivers to the potential of encountering turning vehicles at the site, and thus enhance safety levels . The signs should be installed in accordance with standards of the Massachusetts Highway Department (MHD) and the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) . This improvement measure should be in place at the time the site becomes operational . M Hajec Associates, Inc:. '1765 Haverhill St cot I...awrence, MA 018/10 Tel. (508) 55/ 5087 Fax (650£3) f5'57-'1185 -2- * A corridor-type study should be conducted to identify future improvement needs for the approximate 0 . 75 mile section of Chickering Road between Massachusetts Avenue and Andover Street . This study should focus on, but not necessarily be limited to, an appraisal of the need for and ultimate feasibility of construction of a center turn lane on Chickering Road. The study would specifically identify the usage of such a lane (exclusive left turn vis a vis two-way left turn) on a location-specific basis (at each retail establishment and street intersection) . other improvements should also be considered and evaluated, as appropriate . The study area for this work should include the following intersections within the study section of Chickering Road : North of Protect Site - Bulger Animal Hospital Driveways - 99 Restaurant - Pub Driveways - Farrwood Avenue - Fernview Avenue I South of Project Site - Village Green Condominium Driveway - Richdale Plaza Driveways - Mobil Mini-Mart Driveways - Dufton Court - Harrison' s Roast Beef Driveways I It should also include the Chickering Road/Site Driveway intersection and connecting sections of Chickering Road (between study area intersections) . The corridor study should include a compilation and analysis of existing conditions . It should also consist of a simulation (based on existing data) and analysis of data associated with five and ten year planning horizon periods . The horizon year analyses should account for expected zoning and area build-out at the analysis date . Guidance from the local Planning Department is urged in developing the future build-out scenarios . The improvement needs study should include a weekday PM peak hour level of service evaluation for each study area intersection, for each analysis year, or condition. Information on the most recent three-year accident history for the study area should also be summarized according to number, type, severity, and time of day. -3- A written report summarizing the findings of the study shall be presented to the MHD and the Town of North Andover for use in developing an action plan for the area. This report shall be accompanied by a large-scale (minimum of 1 inch = 50 feet) concept plan depicting recommended improvements . I will be available to discuss these findings at the May 20 , 1997 meeting of the Planning Board. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions in the interim. Si cerely yours, Paul J. Hajec President I wow (P Transportation Engineering �' M AY 14 19W and Planning Ref . No. 96012 v, "�� �Ck �` j r k r May 13 , 1997 Ms . Kathleen Bradley Colwell , Town Planner North Andover Planning Department Community Development & Services 146 Main Street North Andover, MA 01845 Re : Old Town Village Traffic Review Dear Ms . Colwell : Per your request , Hajec Associates, Inc . has continued to monitor and review traffic-related issues relative to the proposed retail project . This monitoring/review task has included attendance at Planning Board meetings, site visits, and discussions with representatives of the proponent' s traffic engineer (Dermot J. Kelly & Associates, Inc . ) as well as the local Planning Department . This work has been conducted subsequent to completion of Hajec Associates, Inc . original review, which was submitted on January 24 , 1997 . Based on the response to the original review, as well as information. obtained through work during the subsequent time period, Hajec Associates, Inc . feels that the only remaining issue is identification of and implementation agreement for an off-site improvement, or mitigation package . A suggested off-site mitigation commitment is outlined below. This is a revised and superseding version of correspondence dated April 15, 1997 . SUGGESTED OFF-SITE MITIGATION * Advance warning signs for turning vehicles should be installed along Chickering Road, on either side of the proposed project driveway. This will alert drivers to the potential of encountering turning vehicles at the site, and thus enhance safety levels . The signs should be installed in accordance with standards of the Massachusetts Highway Department (MHD) and the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) . This improvement measure should be in place at the time the site becomes operational . Hajec; Associates, Inc. 1-75 Haverhill Street Lcawronce, MA 01 ti,VIO Fax (508) 15'5I.1'18 -2- * A corridor-type study should be conducted to identify future improvement needs for the approximate 0 . 75 mile section of Chickering Road between Massachusetts Avenue and Andover Street . This study should focus on, but not necessarily be limited to, an appraisal of the need for and ultimate feasibility of construction of a center turn lane on Chickering Road. The study would specifically identify the usage of such a lane (exclusive left turn vis a vis two-way left turn) on a location-specific basis (at each retail establishment and street intersection) . Other improvements should also be considered and evaluated, as appropriate . The study area for this work should include the following intersections within the study section of Chickering Road: North of Project Site - Bulger Animal Hospital Driveways - 99 Restaurant - Pub Driveways - Farrwood Avenue - Fernview Avenue South of Project Site - Village Green Condominium Driveway - Richdale Plaza Driveways - Mobil Mini-Mart Driveways - Dufton Court - Harrison' s Roast Beef Driveways It should also include the Chickering Road/Site Driveway intersection and connecting sections of Chickering Road (between study area intersections) . The corridor study should include a compilation and analysis of existing conditions . It should also consist of a simulation (based on existing data) and analysis of data associated with five and ten year planning horizon periods . The horizon year analyses should account for expected zoning and area build-out at the analysis date . Guidance from the local Planning Department and its traffic consultant (acting as a designated representative of the Town) is urged in developing the future build-out scenarios . Assumptions and analytical techniques used in the corridor study should be consistent with MHD guidelines, unless otherwise specified by the Town and/or its traffic consultant (acting as a designated representative of the Town) . i -3- The improvement needs study should include a weekday PM peak hour level of service evaluation for each study area intersection, for each analysis year, or condition. Information on the most recent three-year accident history for the study area should also be summarized according to number, type, severity, and time of day. This analysis should also include a calculation of accident rates at study intersections, for both existing and future build-out scenarios . The rate calculations shall be performed according to methodology provided by the Town, and as outlined by its traffic consultant . A written report summarizing the findings of the study shall be presented to the MHD and the Town of North Andover for use in developing an action plan for the area. This report shall be accompanied by a large-scale (minimum of 1 inch = 50 feet) concept plan depicting recommended improvements . I I will be available to discuss these findings at the May 20 , 1997 meeting of the Planning Board. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions in the interim. Si cerely yours, f Paul J. Hajec President I pp' pppry@ �� rI i MAY 4 I ; F 1' E. . TO: Kathleen Colwell FROM: SGT Fred Soucy DATE: MAY 13, 1997 SUBJECT: Rennie's project I have looked into the matter of vehicles passing on the right and crossing the white line onto the shoulder to complete the movement. According to Ch 89 See 2 of the Mass General Laws: may if the roadway is free from obstruction and of sufficient width for two or more lines of moving vehicles, overtake and pass upon the right of another vehicle when the vehicle overtaken is a) malting or about to make a left turn, b) upon a one way street, or c) upon any roadway on which traffic is restricted to one direction of travel. The questions to be answered are is the roadway wide enough to allow this movement?Does the roadway include the width of the shoulder or just the paved width? The latest Registry of Motor Vehicles drivers manual states that a solid white line marks the right edge of the roadway or separates lanes of traffic moving in the same direction. YOU MAY TRAVEL IN THE SAME DIRECTION ON BOTH SIDES OF THIS LINE, BUT CROSSING THE LINE IS DISCOURAGED UNLESS NECESSARY TO AVOID A HAZARD, This officer will gladly attend the meeting to assist in anyway I can regarding this matter. See attachments I 89 § 1 Note 13 PUBLIC WAYS AND WORKS LAW OF 7 around to go back in an opposite direction on 14. Findings the same street on which he came, and the court instructed that the jury should consider In automobile collision case, denial of re- all the circumstances, and determine whether quested rulings that violation of this section Ciassificatic the driver was doing anything he ought not to requiring vehicles meeting on way to be driven Max James A have done, and stated that he had the right to to right of middle of traveled portion of way 162. make the turn and to use an g was evidence of negligence and would bar re- Y Part h the street, covert'was not error,where there was general subject to the rights of others; that on the finding for plaintiff,since such finding implied meeting of two vehicles it was the duty of each specific finding that plaintiff did not violate one to go each on his own right hand; and that law of road. Nicoli l Berglund not vi lat Automobile: the fact that the accident happened on the N.E. 573, 293 Mass. 426. WESTLAW right-hand side of the street was merely a piece C.J.S. Motor of evidence, the instruction was a Proper re- Violations i t in §intersecting in cutting corner P P P when turning into intersecting street without Comments. sentation of the law,and there was no error in more would warrant a finding of the trial the court's refusal to give in terms an instruc- Street car lion that R.L.1902, c. 54,containing the law of fudge of negligence which caused the collision Vol. 11, Vehicles the road, did not apply to the place where the eedingaint itssp proper lanelcof traffic nd h d accident ha Y M.P.S. happened. Johnson v. Shaw (1910) not et reached the intersection. Hagen v. § 521 et 90 N.E. 518, 204 Mass. 165. Was (1969) 41 Mass.App.Dec. 199. § 2. Passing vehicle traveling in same direction See WESTL Except as herein otherwise provided, the driver of a vehicle passing another vehicle traveling in the same direction shall drive a safe distance to the left of Contri such other vehicle; and, if the way is of sufficient width for the two vehicles i Evid nceto, ! to pass, the driver of the leading one shall not unnecessarily obstruct the other. Except when overtaking and passing on the right is N genera) driver of an overtaken vehicle shall give way to the night in favor of the 111egligenc overtaking vehicle on visible signal ence e Instructions vehicle until completely final and shall not increase the speed of his � Passing on lei p y passed by the overtaking vehicle. Passing on rit The driver of a vehicle may, if the roadway is free from obstruction and of The sufficient width for two or more lines of moving vehicles, overtake and pass Questions for Upon the right of another vehicle when the vehicle overtaken is (a) making or scope 1 Verdict and fi about to make a left turn, (b) upon a one-way street, or (c) upon any roadway on which traffic is restricted to one direction of movement. Amended by St-1933, C. 301; St-1966 c. 1. Scope 86; St.1986, C. 232, § 1, G.L.1921. c. traveling in < Historical Note where automo': collided with G.S.1860, c. 77, § 2. R.L.1902, c. 54, § 2. Cannon v. Ba P.S.1882, c. 93, § 2. St-1917, c. 344, pt. 7, § 2; Mass. 383. Pt. 8, § 1. R.L.1902,c. traveling in th St.1933, c. 301, approved June 27, 1933, sub- added the second sentence and the second Pass the latter stituted "a safe distance to the left of such cable to auton other vehicle; and, if the way"for"to the left paragraph. Brown v.That' of the middle of the traveled part of a way; St.1986, c. 232, § 1 a 392• and, if it", and "unnecessarily" for "wilfully'. substituted"visible"for audible"in he second P.S vehicles s c St-1966, c. 86, approved March 22, 1966, in' of the first paragraph. way vehicles to serted the exception in the first sentence and did not apply i sion of vehicl crossing. Con. Cross References Co. (1895)42 t Passing school buses, pedestrians, etc., care required, see c. 90, § 14. 2. Passing on Penalty for violating this section, see § 5 of this chapter. Automobile 8 another autom _ 3 I White Lane Lines Double Yellow Line:One Solid, One Broken As with all yellow lines,this combination keeps oppo, These separate lanes of traffic moving in the same di- lanes of traffic separated.If the solid yellow line is cl( rection.Single white lines may also mark the right edge of the pavement. Broken White Line Separates two lanes traveling in the same direction.Once you have signaled,you may cross this line when changing 1 lanes if it is safe to do so. to you,you may NOT cross the double yellow line.If broken line is nearest,you are allowed to cross the Iii ONLY to pass another vehicle and ONLY when it is s to do so. Double Yellow Line:Both Solid This line prohibits vehicles moving in either direction Broken white Imes from crossing the line.You may not cross these lines separate lanes in the unless turning same direction. 9 left and it is safe to do so. Solid White Line Marks the right edge of the roadway or separates lanes of d o cross li double yellow line traffic moving in the same direction.You may travel in the unless turning left. same direction on both sides of this line,but crossing the line is discouraged unless necessary to avoid a hazard. Double Solid White Line Words and Symbols Separates two lanes going in the same direction,but crossing the line is prohibited. Words or symbols may be painted on roadway surfac, to help guide,warn or regulate drivers.These are oftE used in conjunction with traffic signs,signals and othe Yellow Lane Lines pavement markings.White arrows show lane directior These separate lanes of traffic moving in opposite direc- or restrictions. tions.Single yellow lines may also mark the left edge of the pavement on divided highways and one-way streets. In the 3-lane diagram Broken Yellow Line at right,the far left- Separates lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions. hand travel lane is reserved for buses Stay to the right of the line unless you are passing a or high-occupancy vehicles(HOV)such as carpools. A white diamond alerts you to a special lane restrictior such as a"high-occupancy vehicle(HOV)only","bus vehicle in front of you.When passing,you may cross only"or"bicycle only"lane. this line temporarily when it is safe to do so.