Agenda - Public Works Committee - 04/18/2018

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Local road authorities can also pass a resolution requesting a speed study investigation by MnDOT. The local road authority that owns and operates the segment of road to be studied is responsible for submitting the request to MNDOT. Based upon the study results, which often take in excess of one-year to receive, MnDOT may then authorize the local road authority to post the road with new speed limits. However, it is important to note that the study could find that the new speed limit should be greater than the existing speed limit, which is typically contrary to the desired outcome. Additional information regarding speed limits is available on MnDOT's web site at http://www.dot.state.mn.us/speed/index.html. Timeframe: Staff anticipates approximately 10 minutes will be required to present and discuss this case. Observations/Alternatives: Observations: Staff from various departments discussed the developer's request on April 10th. Staff's opinion is that there is no harm in requesting the speed study since the posted speed limit is 55 mph, which is considered the maximum speed limit for this type of road. However, Staff commented that it would be best from a driver expectation point of view to keep speed limits as uniform as possible on Bunker Lake Boulevard throughout the City limits. Staff therefore recommends specifying the scope of the speed study from Armstrong Boulevard/ CSAH 83 to Sunfish Lake Boulevard/CSAH 57 where the speed limit is a consistent 55 mph. Because Anoka County owns and operates this segment of Bunker Lake Boulevard, the City would request Anoka County to submit a formal speed study request to MnDOT. Anoka County (and MnDOT) would then ultimately make the decision on whether this request moves forward. Alternatives: Alternative #1 — Motion recommending City Council authorization to request a Speed Study on Bunker Lake Boulevard/CSAH 116 between Armstrong Boulevard/CSAH 83 and Sunfish Lake Boulevard/CSAH 57. Alternative #2 — Motion of other. Funding Source: No costs are anticipated as a result of this request. If the study reveals a new speed limit is warranted, Anoka County would install the new speed limit signs. Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Public Works Committee recommend City Council authorization to request a Speed Study on Bunker Lake Boulevard/CSAH 116 between Armstrong Boulevard/CSAH 83 and Sunfish Lake Boulevard/CSAH 57. The City's request will be submitted to Anoka County, who will then consider forwarding the request to the MnDOT Commissioner. Action: Motion recommending City Council authorization to request a Speed Study on Bunker Lake Boulevard/CSAH 116 between Armstrong Boulevard/CSAH 83 and Sunfish Lake Boulevard/CSAH 57. MnDOT Speed Limit Brochure Anoka County Speed Limits Map Aerial Map of Bunker Lk Blvd in The COR Attachments