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File #: RES 21-171    Version: 1 Name: Install Regulatory Signs (Stop sign) 132nd Ln & London St & 131st Ave & 132nd Ave
Type: Resolution Status: Passed
File created: 9/8/2021 In control: City Council
On agenda: 9/8/2021 Final action: 9/8/2021
Title: Authorize Installation of Regulatory Signs
Sponsors: Dan Schluender
Attachments: 1. Stop Sign Location 131st Ave and 132nd Ave, 2. Stop Sign Location 132nd Lane and London Street

Consent - Dan Schluender, City Engineer

 

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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.