Traffic Section Comments for Public Works Design Standards: Traffic Calming and missing information from Mike BrodieAimee Brunckhorst
From: Mike Brodie <mbrodie@wgmgroup.com>
Sent: Tuesday, April 12, 2022 6:07 PM
To: Kalispell Meetings Public Comment
Subject: EXTERNAL Traffic Section Comments for Public Works Design Standards: Traffic
Calming and missing information
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In retard to the following section:
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Item "B" addresses traffic calming as though it is only a retroactive solution. This is an unnecessary restriction that will
limit creativity in new developments. The ITE defines traffic calming as follows:
Traffic Calming is the combination of mainly physical measures that reduce the negative effects of motor vehicle use, alter
driver behavior and improve conditions for non -motorized street users.
We most certainly should be building new developments with our non -motorized traffic in mind. I would propose
amending this language to be as follows:
B. Traffic calming methods promoting non -motorized transportation use and safety such as curb bulbs/extensions, raised
grade crossings, etc. may be considered where approved by Engineering
Traffic review. All new public transportation facilities in new developments should be appropriately designed to accommodate
minimum design speeds unless appropriate justification is provided and approved.
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Thank you for your consideration.
Mike Brodie, P
Senior Project Engineer
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