What is the process for requesting traffic control or informational signage?
When submitting a traffic control, marking or informational sign request by email or mail to the Director of Public Works, please include the following information:
· First and last name, street address, and daytime telephone number,
· Location of the traffic concern (street address or intersection name),
· Nature of the problem and the requested action, and
· Justification for need of traffic control, marking or informational sign at that location over providing such a treatment at similar locations in the City.
Emergency sign or signal maintenance problems, such as a downed stop sign, or a traffic signal that is on flash, should be called into Public Works Operations at 624-4500, Ext. 5. After normal business hours (7 am to 3:30 pm, weekdays), please contact Police Dispatch at 618-624-4500, Ext. 8.
The Department of Public Works takes requests for all types of traffic signs and markings. However, only standard traffic controls as depicted in the most recent version of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) are generally used. Warning signs (such as curve warning) or regulatory signs (speed limit or stop sign) are examples of standard traffic signing. Centerlines, edge lines (or fog lines), stop bars and crosswalks are examples of standard traffic markings.
The Departments of Public Works and Public Safety, both, take requests from the public concerning traffic safety. Typical issues are: run-off-road vehicles, recent traffic accidents, concerns about certain roadway hazards, and visibility concerns. Treatment typically involves changes to signs and markings, or removal of legitimate visibility obstructions to address any traffic safety issues.
Requests from the public concerning traffic control, marking or informational signage are reviewed by the Public Safety Committee. Examples of items that the committee review are listed as follows:
Parking
installation of handicapped parking spaces
removal of handicapped parking spaces
parking lot ordinances
restricting parking
private parking
Installation of signs
stop
yield
slow
no parking
speed limit signs
warning signs
informational signs
Curb painting
Traffic control
One-Way Streets
The Committee will investigate each request and make a recommendation to the City Council if they believe action is warranted. All requests for changes in traffic control and signage must be approved by the City Council. A letter will be sent to the person requesting the change indicating Committee disapproval or the date of the City Council Meeting at which a final decision is to be made along with a copy of the Committee recommendation.
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