Minutes - Public Works Committee - 10/21/2025

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It was noted that there was a resident online for Case 6.02, and the Committee decided to move that Item up. 6. COMMITTEE / STAFF INPUT 6.02: Consider Policy Implementation for Traffic Control and Streetlight Requests City Engineer/Public Works Director Westby discussed potential revisions to the Traffic Control Modification Request Policy. He also presented details related to a recent request for a streetlight th at the intersection of 154 Lane NW and Zirconium Street NW, which is the current location of a school bus stop. Chris Folen, property owner at 6711 154th Lane NW, presented his safety concerns for the children standing in the street while waiting for their school bus at the intersection of 154th Lane and Zirconium Street based on traffic volumes and a lack of light. He commented on the placement of lights along his street, which he did not believe made sense and would instead be more helpful at the intersection. City Engineer/Public Works Director Westby stated that he has not reviewed this specific development, but that often developments are phasedand lights are placed at locations where potential intersections can occur. He commented on the cost for streetlights and related infrastructure and noted that the bus stop location for children can vary from year to year, which is why that is typically not a strong reason for a streetlight. He stated that currently the City does not have a policy to respond to streetlight requests and asked if the Committee would have interest in that type of policy. Councilmember Riley commented that it would make sense to have an electronic form that could be filled out for requests, and he would support adding streetlight requests and the related process to the traffic control policy. Councilmember Specht appreciated the input of the resident. He agreed with Councilmember Riley that streetlights could be added to the existing traffic control policy with a similar procedure. He recognized that, given the time of year, there would not be a response to a streetlight request immediately, but they could discuss that further as they go. The resident stated that there is a power pole at the intersection already. He clarified that he does not support more lighting, but would want to see proper light placement for safety reasons. Chairperson Olson commented that engineering will gather additional information and draft a potential policy to be considered, under which they could then review any requests. The resident commented that even though it is an older neighborhood, the homes have begun to turn over with younger children. He stated that perhaps even a smaller light could be placed at the intersection for safety reasons. Public Works Committee / October 21, 2025 Page 3 of 5