Agenda - Public Works Committee - 07/17/2018

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5. COMMITTEE BUSINESS 5.01: Consider Stop Sign Installation at Garnet Street and 169th Lane Public Works Superintendent Riemer stated that staff has received a request for stop signs at the intersection of 169th Lane and Garnet Street. Currently there are no stop signs on any legs of the intersections. The requested action would change this intersection to a 2-way stop, with the stop condition on the north and south legs of Garnet Street. The reasons given for requesting the additional stop signs are excessive speed and there is a bus stop located at that intersection. The neighborhood petition requesting the stop sign was attached to the case. Public Works Superintendent Riemer stated that the City used the police radar trailer to gather information on vehicle speed and to determine the 85th percentile speed. The 85th percentile speed is defined as "the speed at or below which 85 percent of all vehicle are observed to travel under free -flowing conditions past a monitored point". The trailer was in place May 16, 17, 21, 24 and 29th Public Works Superintendent Riemer stated that based on the information gathered, the intersection does not meet the warrants outlined in Minnesota Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices because of the following factors: insufficient traffic volumes, accident history at the intersection, sufficient visibility at the intersection. He stated that staff recommends not installing additional stop signs at this intersection based on the traffic counts and accident history. Staff would also recommend that the Police Department continue to enforce the 30-mph speed limit in the area in an effort to reduce speeds on Garnet Street. Councilmember Kuzma expressed appreciation to staff for the research that was done on this matter. Chris Worts, 6893 169th Lane, stated that his biggest concern is with construction traffic. He stated that this intersection is a bus stop for the children in the neighborhood. He stated that five resident signatures were required for the petition, but he obtained 13 signatures, noting that two of the residents are police officers. He appreciated the quick response from staff in posting the speed trailer. He noted that his concern was that the trailer only faced in one direction. Public Works Superintendent Riemer replied that the trailer obtains speeds from both directions. Mr. Worts stated that many of the other neighbors could not attend because of sports commitments with their children. He stated that they understand the decision of the City and asked what else could be done if the stop signs are not an option. He stated that the development has boomed, and they are concerned with the safety of the children. He stated that perhaps signs could be posted for children crossing or watch for children. He stated that the neighborhood is also worried that traffic will increase down Garnet for those attempting to reach the new elementary school. Chairperson Riley stated that the City receives three or four requests each year that get to this level and there are specific criteria that must be reviewed. He stated that rarely ever do the Public Works Committee / June 19, 2018 Page 2 of 8