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Several attendees expressed concerns about traffic issues they felt would require some changes to the plan. Resident's comments are noted below. Mark Paul, 2277 Vineyard Heights Lane — expressed concern about the steepness of Three Oaks Drive and traffic that will be descending over the pedestrian way. He felt this would be a major issue and was afraid it would be the location of a severe accident. Mr. Paul did not feel that placement of a stop-sign would be sufficient. Mr. Gruber noted the concern would be written into the Staff Report and Mr. Tassano advised that he would visit the area and then try to provide some suitable solutions. Leon Donn, 2297 Vineyard Heights Lane — agreed with concerns raised by Mr. Paul and felt this was an area that needed to be addressed, especially to make it safe for children and pedestrians. Mr. Nelkie provided information on how this has been addressed in other areas with similar grades and agreed that staff would again look at this area and see what alternatives can be considered. He commented on how everyone needs to be properly informed on changes that will be made, and noted that closing of the road in question was something that should have been brought to the City's attention when the development project was in the planning stage. Mary Roberts, 1666 Frog Mill Lane — felt walkers and hikers need to be made aware of the safety concerns and signage needs to be put in place for people using the trail. She would like residents to have a choice of ways they can exit. Ms. Roberts expressed concerns about traffic issues from future developments in the area. She felt that people enjoyed using this trail because of its openness. Kevin Reedy, 1333 Montrose Place — commented on termination of the trail before Vineyard and questioned why there was no funding for the last 50-yards of trail along Machado to connect to the trail along Vineyard. Mr. Nelkie advised this is a budget issue and that funding was only available for the amount of trail proposed. If additional funding is available in the city's budget based on bid results then consideration would be given to continuing the trail for the remaining area. He advised that staff's intent is to complete as much of the trail as possible with the funding available. Ken & Pam Chrisman, 1944 Three Oak Drive — noted changes to the area from Silver Oaks to Pietronave/Vineyard Terrace would mean removal of the traffic signal and cause issues with accessibility. Mrs. Chrisman asked about paving of the trail, possibility of including speed bumps, and trail gate openings being sufficient for horses to go through. Mr. Nelkie advised that the gates would include 48" wide openings with clear access adjacent to the gate. He also discussed trip hazards with Mrs. Chrisman and advised that staff would review and make recommendations. Mr. Gruber advised that there was no plan to remove the traffic signal at PietonaveNineyard. Old Vineyard Avenue Trail—Neighborhood Meeting Summary Notes March 2, 2017 Page 2