Consent - Dan Schluender, City Engineer
Title
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Authorize Installation of Regulatory Signs
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Executive Summary
Background
Installation of regulatory stop, yield and no parking signs requires authorization by City Council. The regulatory signs proposed meet warrants established in the Minnesota Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices. Intersections are reviewed for the type of regulatory sign to install. Stop signs are installed on street intersections with main through streets.
Strategic Plan Relationship
This project aligns with the City’s strategic plan goal of well-maintained infrastructure by providing consistent high-quality street signage.
Board/Commission Review
Traffic Commission recommended the stop signs at 131st/132nd and Harpers Street on a 4-1 vote.
Financial Impact
None
Public Outreach/Input
Actions were based on citizen requests.
Staff Recommendation
By motion, approve the resolution.
Attachment List
Stop Sign Location Maps
Body
WHEREAS, the City Council is cognizant of providing regulation of vehicular traffic in a safe and responsible manner; and
WHEREAS, City Ordinance requires a Council Resolution specifying the placement of regulatory signs; and
WHEREAS, the regulatory signs are considered to meet warrants for traffic control established in the Minnesota Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Blaine that regulatory signs are hereby authorized to be installed as follows:
Ø Stop sign on 131st Avenue (westbound) at Harpers Street
Ø Stop sign on 132nd Avenue (eastbound) at Harpers Street
Ø Stop sign on London Street (southbound) at 132nd Lane
PASSED by the City Council of the City of Blaine this 8th day of September, 2021.