Last saved by: Jean Fraser

From: 	Jean Fraser
To:	BarryStowe
Date: 	1/9/2013 1:37 PM
Subject: 	Concern re truck deliveries re: 321 Commercial Street

Barry
 
We discussed the recent submissions this morning and I think its relatively smooth-sailing re site plan/subdivision reviews except regarding the truck delivery arrangements (note 6 on Plan CO4) that include access through another lot and then use of a long sidewalk.
 
The building on the opposite side of Maple (corner York) is going to be a High School opening in a few months and Maple will be used for access by parents and children (not to mention Rufus Deering vehicles and parkers) so the comments below stem from a safety concern as well as re general congestion.
 
Could you please address the comments below from Tom Errico, the City's Traffic Engineering Reviewer, as I anticipate staff will be uncomfortable supporting what is currently indicated on the plans (but are open to discussing some alternative arrangements for the hotel or restaurant or both).  
 
I could set up a meeting with Tom if you and the applicant feel that would be helpful.
 
Thank you
Jean
 
Jean Fraser, Planner
City of Portland
207 874 8728

>>> Tom Errico <thomas.errico@tylin.com> 1/9/2013 12:57 PM >>>

Jean – as requested at today’s Development Review meeting, DPS would like to gain a better understanding of large truck delivery details as we approach the public hearing later this month.  We are concerned that the provision of a truck loading area on the adjacent lot is not likely to be used by delivery trucks due to the difficulty in hauling goods to the site.  We are also concerned about the long-term viability of the proposed location given future development possibilities.  Additional comments are noted below.
 
·        The applicant should provide details on where deliveries will enter the building.
·        The City is comfortable if delivery trucks park in the Commercial Street median.  This practice occurs along other sections of Commercial Street.  If considered to be an option, coordination with delivery trucks will be required so that the proposed crosswalk is not blocked.
·        The City does not want delivery trucks blocking Maple Street given special traffic circulation needs for the future Baxter Charter School. 
 
If you have any questions, please contact me.
 
Best regards,
 
Thomas A. Errico, PE
Senior Associate 
Traffic Engineering Director 
T.Y. Lin International
12 Northbrook Drive
Falmouth, ME 04105
207.347.4354 direct 
207.400.0719 mobile 
207.781.4753 fax 
thomas.errico@tylin.com
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