![]() Once we receive the request, staff will arrange for a site visit and meet with the neighborhood to discuss their concerns and review current traffic control measures. This can be done by using the attached form, also available on the City website, or a letter addressed to the City. The first step is for the residents to identify the traffic concerns in the neighborhood and inform the City through a written citizen request stating the problems or issues being experienced. Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program Process Non‐framework streets would may not require the same level of analysis or have the same limitations on traffic calming measures as framework streets as they have a different role within the street network. Non‐Framework streets include local streets and neighborhood collector streets, which are rarely used by emergency vehicles. Framework streets, because they are the first emergency routes for the City, may require additional analysis including the role of the street, which may limit the types of traffic calming measures that can be installed. Traffic calming measure will be applied to a street based on its category: “framework” streets and “non‐framework” streets.Ĭity of Traverse City Traffic Calming Guidebookįramework streets include community collector streets and arterial streets that serve as regular emergency vehicle routes. We will work with MDOT on designs for State Highways (US31, M‐37, M‐72).Pedestrian, bicycle and transit access will be encouraged or enhanced wherever possible.Reasonable vehicle access will be maintained it is not acceptable to divert traffic to other streets.Emergency vehicles will be accommodated.Traffic calming devices shall be planned and designed in keeping with sound engineering and planning practices.Through traffic will be encouraged to use higher classification streets.Make efficient use of City resources by prioritizing program activities.Encourage citizen participation in all phases of traffic calming program activities.Promote and support the use of transportation alternatives.Promote safe and pleasant conditions for residents, motorists, bicyclists, pedestrians and transit riders.Improve neighborhood livability by mitigating the negative impact of motor vehicle traffic.Furthermore, this program strives to make our streets safer and quieter. Prudent implementation of traffic calming measures can promote a high quality of life and active character within the City’s neighborhoods. Our intent is to establish a consistent and comprehensive process to address traffic concerns in our neighborhoods. This Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program is designed to be a joint effort between the residents and the City to: identify traffic issues, create and implement a plan to address those issues, and evaluate the effectiveness of the various solutions. The City of Traverse City is committed to the safety and livability of its neighborhoods. ![]()
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