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Consideration of request from Engineering Division to install all-way stop control at the 74th Street intersection with Hennessey Avenue
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Submitted by:
Michael May, PE, PTOE, RSP1
Department:
DPW - Engineering Division
A. Issue
Poor intersection sight distance necessitates all-way stop control
B. Background/Options
Hennessey Avenue currently intersects 74th Street as a T-intersection from the west. The southbound approach of 74th Street has a retaining wall on the northwest corner that limits adequate sight distance at the intersection. As a result, stop sign control has been placed on the Hennessey Avenue approach to 74th Street and on the southbound approach of 74th Street to Hennessey Avenue. No stop sign exists for the northbound approach of 74th Street to Hennessey Avenue, leading to confusing intersection controls for street users. All-way stop control is recommended for the intersection.
Proposed Additional Stop Sign (Blue)
C. Strategic Plan (Area of Focus)
Priority 2: Public Safety, Goal 2. Proactively address pedestrian, bicycle, and vehicular safety.
D. Fiscal Impact
Minor costs for installation of stop signs to be covered by sign budget.
E. Recommendation
Recommend the Common Council approve a resolution to install all-way stop control at the 74th Street intersection with Hennessey Avenue.