SUBJECT
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Adopt a Resolution Setting Parking Restrictions on Country Club Road North, near Winter Haven ($521.72 one-time expense)
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DESCRIPTION
The Roads & Drainage Division received a request from an area resident to restrict parking along Country Club Road North. Country Club Road North is located in the Winter Haven area in S-14, T-28S, R-26E, and is classified as an Urban Collector road.
Staff conducted parking studies on Country Club Road North to analyze this request and determined that parents of bus riders are parking on the shoulders, creating visibility issues for residents.
Pursuant to FS 316.008, the Board of County Commissioners is vested with the authority to set parking restrictions on County roadways. Additionally, the posting of the requested restrictions will promote public safety and assist the Polk County Sheriff’s Office in their enforcement efforts.
To comply with statutory requirements, it is necessary for the Board to adopt a Resolution establishing the parking restrictions.
RECOMMENDATION
Request Board adopt the associated Resolution to establish parking restrictions for Country Club Road North. Estimated cost for installation of the signs is $521.72.
FISCAL IMPACT
Funds are budgeted in the FY 23/24 Transportation Millage Fund.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Amy J. Gregory, P.E.
Traffic Manager
863.535.2200
Jay M. Jarvis, P.E.
Roads & Drainage Division Director
863.535.2200