The NCTA representatives were clear: they wanted from the town a simple yes or no vote on a reconnection, nothing more. After a lengthy discussion of options and with much wordsmithing of the resolution, the NC Turnpike Authority got their answer. By a vote of 5-2, the Morrisville Town Council agreed in principle to a reconnection of Kit Creek Rd to Davis Dr. In favor: Faulkner, Johnson, Stohlman, Snyder, Martin. Against: Lyons, Murry. The NCTA will try to minimize negative impacts to residents. But cost and safety will determine the final design. Additional words on the resolution are nonbinding.
It's now up to the NCTA, who does have eminent domain authority, to make good on their promise to long time residents. And the residents and developers of Kitts Creek to agree to and share the cost of necessary traffic calming measures.*
*It shall be the policy of the Town to require property owners of the affected area to bear 50% of all actual costs over $1,000 of the described and approved traffic mediation device(s) installation project and that such costs may be assessed in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes.
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Monday, October 13, 2008
Church Property to Be Condemned For a Sidewalk?
The town of Morrisville has plans to construct sidewalks in our historic Shiloh community. The town of Morrisville also has Community Development Block Grant funding for about 80% of the associated cost.
Hard to tell from the briefing exactly what happened during negotiations, but with no public hearing scheduled, town staff is now proposing taking church property for sidewalks. Property owned by Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, location of the October 2006 celebration recognizing the historic contributions of the Shiloh Community, is under consideration for condemnation. Eminent Domain. Of church property. For sidewalks.
If our town council votes to condemn church property, cost estimate for the transaction is $8,000 - $10,000. If an agreement is worked out? $2,000.
Deep breath. And a little common sense. Hire a mediator. Skip the mediator and sit down over a cup of coffee. Scrap the sidewalk if an agreement can't be reached. The surrounding community will soon lose access to NC54 via Barbee Rd. Don't add insult to injury. Don't use eminent domain to take church property.
Kit Creek Road Connection - To Be Or Not To Be?
OPEN HOUSE and PUBLIC HEARING Tuesday October 14, 2008
Open House: 5:30-6:30 PM, prior to Town Council meeting
Public Hearing: Begins at 6:30 PM (Agenda Item 7E)
Town Hall Council Chambers
100 Town Hall Drive
Overflow parking, if needed, is available at the Chamber of Commerce, 260 Town Hall Dr
After commissioning a study assessing possible traffic impacts of the road and in an effort to evaluate alternatives for the reconnection, the town of Morrisville will now consider options for connecting Kit Creek Rd from its western terminus to Davis Dr through the Kitts Creek subdivision.
What is Known
The North Carolina Turnpike Authority (NCTA) has given the town a November 7, 2008 deadline to accept or reject NCTA funding for the reconnection. The three possible options:
• Agree to the original NCTA reconnection design which adversely impacts some existing homes or
• Request an alternative reconnection or
• Notify NCTA of a desire to withdraw the reconnection from the roadway project
Based on a build-out projection of:
• 1,700 Dwelling Units
• 887 Office Employees and
• 900 Industrial Employees
19,000 daily vehicle trips are expected on Kit Creek Rd. RTP and cut through traffic resulting from the reconnection would add an additional 2,000 daily trips. If traffic calming measures are needed, town policy requires impacted residents fund 50% of the cost. (See Town of Morrisville Traffic Calming Policy)
Don't miss this opportunity to learn more about the proposal, the options and voice your opinion on neighborhood impact, pedestrian safety and alternatives.
Unable to attend Tuesday’s open house and public hearing? Written comments can be submitted to:
TownCouncil@ci.morrisville.nc.us
Town Council will vote on the proposal on Tuesday, October 28th
For additional information and updates, visit: www.MorrisvilleAction.org
Open House: 5:30-6:30 PM, prior to Town Council meeting
Public Hearing: Begins at 6:30 PM (Agenda Item 7E)
Town Hall Council Chambers
100 Town Hall Drive
Overflow parking, if needed, is available at the Chamber of Commerce, 260 Town Hall Dr
After commissioning a study assessing possible traffic impacts of the road and in an effort to evaluate alternatives for the reconnection, the town of Morrisville will now consider options for connecting Kit Creek Rd from its western terminus to Davis Dr through the Kitts Creek subdivision.
What is Known
The North Carolina Turnpike Authority (NCTA) has given the town a November 7, 2008 deadline to accept or reject NCTA funding for the reconnection. The three possible options:
• Agree to the original NCTA reconnection design which adversely impacts some existing homes or
• Request an alternative reconnection or
• Notify NCTA of a desire to withdraw the reconnection from the roadway project
Based on a build-out projection of:
• 1,700 Dwelling Units
• 887 Office Employees and
• 900 Industrial Employees
19,000 daily vehicle trips are expected on Kit Creek Rd. RTP and cut through traffic resulting from the reconnection would add an additional 2,000 daily trips. If traffic calming measures are needed, town policy requires impacted residents fund 50% of the cost. (See Town of Morrisville Traffic Calming Policy)
Don't miss this opportunity to learn more about the proposal, the options and voice your opinion on neighborhood impact, pedestrian safety and alternatives.
Unable to attend Tuesday’s open house and public hearing? Written comments can be submitted to:
TownCouncil@ci.morrisville.nc.us
Town Council will vote on the proposal on Tuesday, October 28th
For additional information and updates, visit: www.MorrisvilleAction.org
Vote - To Honor a Veteran
In the midst of what has become another nasty campaign season, here's a bit of fresh air to replace that which has become hot: North Carolina Vote in Honor of a Veteran Program
From the website:
North Carolina is proud to implement this program in time for the 2008 General Election. The Vote in Honor of a Veteran Program provides North Carolina citizens an opportunity to pay tribute to those that have served this country and protected our freedom. You can honor a Veteran this upcoming General Elections by requesting a button and/or sharing a story that may be posted on the North Carolina State Board of Elections website.
But you'll need to act fast. Requests must be in the hands of the SBOE by Wednesday, October 15th.
From the website:
North Carolina is proud to implement this program in time for the 2008 General Election. The Vote in Honor of a Veteran Program provides North Carolina citizens an opportunity to pay tribute to those that have served this country and protected our freedom. You can honor a Veteran this upcoming General Elections by requesting a button and/or sharing a story that may be posted on the North Carolina State Board of Elections website.
But you'll need to act fast. Requests must be in the hands of the SBOE by Wednesday, October 15th.
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