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Minutes Traffic Commission City of Paris The Traffic Commission met on Tuesday March 07, 2017 at 5:15 P.M. in the Municipal Courtroom with the following members present: 1. Bill Sanders 2. Susan Hamby 3. John Eyler 4. Jason Warwick 5. David Ballard The city staff was represented by Asst. Chief Randy Tuttle and City Engineer Carla Easton. Chairperson Susan Hamby called the meeting to order at 5:15pm. A quorum was established with five members present. Ms. Hamby moved to item #2 to approve minutes from October 11, 2016 meeting. Mr. Warwick made a motion to approve the minutes and Mr. Eyler second the motion which passed 5 -0 Ms. Hamby moved to item #3 regarding the discussion and possible action concerning closure of 1500 1St NE between Hickory and Center Street. Mr. Tuttle informed members that the Boy's Club of Paris had requested that consideration be given to closing this street for the safety of the children that attend the club. Boys Club representative Clifton Fendley addressed the board and expressed concern for the safety of children leaving the club. Mr. Fendley said vehicles park in front and across the street from the club and the children run out into the street between the cars creating a safety issue. Mr. Fendley also stated vehicles driving in front of the club appear to be travelling too fast. Carla Easton presented information to members about the street and the parking on the street. Members had various concerns about the legality of closing a public street and making it a private parking lot along with concerns of how it would affect the traffic flow in the neighborhood. It was suggested that Ms. Easton do further research on this issue and investigate other possible solutions to address this concern. Mr. Ballard made a motion to table this item until next meeting so Ms. Easton would have time to gather information to present to members. The motion was second by Mr. Sanders and passed 5 -0 Ms. Hamby then moved to item #4 regarding old business. There was no old business to discuss.