HomeMy Public PortalAboutAB 22-150 Left Turn Lane Closure SurveyMcCALL CITY COUNCIL 216 East Park Street
AGENDA BILL McCall, Idaho 83638
Number AB 22-150
Meeting Date June 9, 2022
AGENDA ITEM INFORMATION
SUBJECT:
Discussion and Reflections on 2021 Implementation of Railroad Avenue at SH-55: Seasonal Left Turn Lane Closure
Department Approvals
Initials
Originator
or
Supporter
Mayor / Council
City Manager
Clerk
Treasurer
Community Development
Police Department
Public Works
Originator
Golf Course
COST IMPACT:
N.A.
Parks and Recreation
FUNDING SOURCE:
N.A.
Airport
Library
TIMELINE:
N.A.
Information Systems
Grant Coordinator
SUMMARY STATEMENT:
In response to both community and City Council concerns of traffic congestion and pedestrian safety concerns at the Railroad Avenue and SH-55 intersection (east side), and as directed
by previous City Council members, the Streets Department installed lane delineators and required signage that effectively closed the westbound left turn lane of Railroad Avenue from
approximately late June through mid-September 2021.
The intent behind the turn lane closure is that by removing the option to turn left, traffic backup (created by vehicles queuing in the left turn lane would be eliminated). All westbound
traffic would be required to turn right and head north on SH-55. Additional signage was installed throughout the east side of town to assist drivers wanting to head south on SH-55
to utilize alternative routes (principally Spring Mountain Boulevard).
Although staff did not have any budget or capacity to complete formal traffic/pedestrian counts, both Public Works and Police management staff observed traffic conditions at the intersection
informally to identify if the lane closure was creating a positive or negative impact on vehicle congestion and overall user safety. Additionally, the City conducted a survey to measure
public opinion on the implementation of the seasonal lane closure. Included is a compilation of the survey data.
Public Works and Police Department staff will be available to answer questions from Council regarding the seasonal turn lane closure and provide any input related to this project.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
None, for discussion.
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