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CITY COMMISSION AGENDA ITEM |
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Public Works |
Commission Meeting Date: 17 January 2017 |
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Staff Contact: |
David Woosley, Transportation/Traffic Engineer |
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Recommendations/Options/Action Requested: |
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Approve request to establish a 20mph Speed Limit on East Glenn Drive between Harper Street and Maple Lane. |
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Executive Summary: |
The speed limit on East Glenn Drive is 30mph, as established by State Law. Traffic data collected found the 85th percentile speed to be approximately 34.2mph; in addition, there are no sidewalks on either side of East Glenn Drive; therefore, all pedestrians, including children walking to school, must walk in the street.
At the November 7 Traffic Safety Commission Meeting, seven (7) residents of the Brook Creek Neighborhood addressed the Commission on this item, all in support of a 20mph Speed Limit.
The Traffic Safety Commission noted that there was consensus within the neighborhood on this item.
The Traffic Safety Commission voted unanimously, 8-0, to recommend establishing a 20mph Speed Limit on East Glenn Drive between Harper Street and Maple Lane. |
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Strategic Goal Area: |
Public Safety |
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Fiscal Impact (Amount/Source): |
The fiscal impact to the City is approximately $100. This item is included in the 2017 Public Works budget. |
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Reviewed By: (for CMO use only) |
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