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City of Woodstock Transportation Commission Met Jan. 20.

Here is the minutes provided by the commission:

A regular meeting of the Woodstock Transportation Commission was called to order at 5:35 PM by Chairman Andrew Celentano. The meeting is being held under the Mayor’s Emergency Declaration with Commission members attending remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

CALL TO ORDER

ROLL CALL

COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT: none.

COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT VIRTUALLY: Mark Indyke, Susan Hudson and Chairman Andrew Celentano.

COMMISSION MEMBERS ABSENT: Jason Osborne and Caron Wenzel.

STAFF PRESENT VIRTUALLY: Public Works Director Christina Betz, Public Works Deputy Director Brent Aymond and Executive Assistant/Chief Deputy City Clerk Jane Howie.

OTHERS PRESENT VIRTUALLY: WHS Teacher Mr. Jason Huber, WHS students; Gunner Dunnet, Hector Ruiz, Ben Baker, Jason Roush, Zachary Adams, Theresa Presisto, Jay Patel and Jack Hansen.

ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES:

Motion by S. Hudson second by Chair A. Celentano, to accept the November 18, 2020 Regular Meeting Minutes. Ayes: M. Indyke, S. Hudson and Chair A. Celentano. Nays: none. Absentees: J. Osborne and C. Wenzel. Abstentions: none Motion carried. Minutes accepted.

FLOOR DISCUSSION: Anyone wishing to address the Commission on an item not on the Agenda may do so at this time.

1. Public Comments: none.

2. Commission Comments: none.

Commissioner J. Osborne arrived at 5:45 PM.

TRANSMITTALS: (no discussion or action requested)

1. D200 Interim Project Presentations

Gunner Dunnet and Hector Ruiz presented their Long-Lasting Pothole Filler project. The presentation focused on causes of potholes, safety issues, damage to vehicles, loss of business, costs to repair, their suggestions for repair and best materials that are most cost effective and have longevity.

Commissioners asked some questions, complimented the group on their procedures, and provided some additional thoughts for consideration going forward. Further discussion ensued. Chair Celentano suggested testing the product(s) for their ability to be water-resistant to alleviate freeze/thaw. He commended the group on their presentation. The students will continue researching.

James Roush presented his project on alternatives to fuel. He mentioned the Tindo bus which is battery powered with solar panels along the roof to extend the driving range.

J. Osborne said the solution for better alternatives to fuel is not yet out there. He opined that “we” have a long way to go. S. Hudson agreed that there aren’t simple solutions out there. J. Osborne suggested some avenues that could be researched on this topic. Chair Celentano provided suggestions to J Roush for items to include in his presentation, and informed him to include where he got his information from. He commended J. Roush on his presentation.

Zachary Adams, Theresa Presisto, Jack Hansen and Jay Patel presented their Countywide Bike Path Plan. They explained the locations included, size of the path, suggested materials and the purpose for the path, as well as maintenance suggestions. It was noted that the City of Woodstock has received a grant from the Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program to assist with project costs.

M. Indyke thanked the group for their information and for their solutions to snow removal. There was some discussion about the longevity of asphalt and the long-term maintenance. This is something the group needs to look into further.

Director Betz informed the group that the City has applied for the ITEP (Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program) grant for the bike path; however, awards may not be known until this spring.

2. Article from Northwest Herald about Rt. 47 Widening

OLD BUSINESS:

1. None.

NEW BUSINESS:

1. D200 Student Interim Presentation

2. Vote on Commission Meetings for 2021

Regular meeting dates were discussed, along with the opportunity to schedule special meetings when the need arises.

S. Hudson left the meeting at 7:15 PM

Motion by M. Indyke, second by J. Osborne, to agree on the following regular meeting schedule going forward in 2021:

• March 17, 2021

• May 19, 2021

• September 15, 2021

• November 17, 2021

Commissioners also agreed to hold a special meeting on Wednesday, February 17, 2021 beginning at 5:30 PM.

Ayes: J. Osborne, M. Indyke and Chairman A. Celentano. Nays: none. Absentees: S. Hudson and C. Wenzel. Abstentions: none. Motion carried; 2021 meeting scheduled confirmed.

J. Osborne mentioned that Metra will be purchasing hundreds of new railcars in the next few years.

Chair Celentano read the article from the Northwest Herald newspaper about changes to MCRide. 3. Development of Roundabout Brochures

FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS:

1. Illinois Rt. 47 Improvements – signage and pedestrian access during construction

2. Workshop for Bike Plan in spring/summer

3. Workshop for Transportation Plan in winter2021/spring 2022

ADJOURN: To a Special Meeting February 17, 2021 @ 5:30 PM via Zoom.

Motion by J. Osborne second by M. Indyke, to adjourn this Regular Meeting of the Transportation Commission. Ayes: J. Osborne, M. Indyke and Chairman A. Celentano. Nays: none. Absentees: S. Hudson and C. Wenzel. Abstentions: none. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 7:31 PM.

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