Agenda - Public Works Committee - 05/19/2015

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an impact to project costs as the signage would simply be placed in a different area. He stated that while some additional traffic would be generated along Sunwood Drive if chosen as the official detour, especially early in the project, some people will still choose to take Bunker Lake Boulevard if they find Sunwood Drive is not as convenient or timely. He stated that staff does not have a recommendation as they believe the vast majority of drivers will select their construction detour routes based on needs and preferences and not on signage, and given the low volume of pedestrian traffic crossing Sunwood Drive. Councilmember Johns stated that it would not hurt to have additional drivers going past the businesses on Sunwood Drive. Councilmember Shryock stated that her concern would be that some drivers are not familiar with roundabouts. She did believe that there may be a short-term benefit to the businesses but was concerned with possible safety issues. Chairperson Riley agreed with the comments made by Councilmember Shryock, noting that he would not want to push that amount of traffic down Sunwood Drive because of safety concerns. Motion by Councilmember Shryock, seconded by Chairperson Riley, to recommend leaving the official detour route along Bunker Lake Boulevard. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Chairperson Riley, Councilmembers Shryock and Johns. Voting No: None. 5.04: Business Signage for Armstrong Interchange Detour Public Works Superintendent Riemer reviewed the staff report and displayed examples of signs used during construction to identify local businesses. He advised that the banner type sign would have a time limitation, additional cost, and would require additional approval from the Council to be located in the right-of-way. Councilmember Johns stated that she likes the white sign with the business names. Councilmember Shryock agreed that she prefers the white sign. She suggested installing the sign right away. Public Works Superintendent Riemer confirmed that the white sign could be made in house and could be produced in one to two days. He identified the most effective placement of the business signs. City Engineer Westby questioned if another sign should be placed at Ramsey Boulevard. Public Works Superintendent Riemer confirmed that an additional sign could be placed at Highway 10 and Ramsey Boulevard. Public Works Committee/March 31, 2015 Page 5of8