SUBJECT
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SET HEARING to Consider Adopting a Resolution Allowing for the Installation of Traffic Calming Devices (Speed Humps) on Willis Road, Near Mulberry. (Suggested Hearing Date: Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at 9:15 a.m.) (No fiscal impact)
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DESCRIPTION
The Board of County Commissioners has a policy that allows for the installation of traffic calming devices on certain County roads, provided they meet the criteria set forth in the policy.
An area resident approached the County with a request to install traffic calming devices on Willis Road between Bailey Road and Laurel Crest Drive. Willis Road is located in the Mulberry area in S-32, T-29S, R-23E, and the portion being considered for traffic calming is classified as a Local Residential roadway.
Staff conducted traffic studies on Willis Road, as outlined in FS 316.189, and determined that the roadway met the Policy criteria based on traffic speed and volume. Staff subsequently distributed ballots to affected homeowners and received a favorable vote from the required percentage of that population.
Per Board policy, once requirements are met, the public will have an opportunity to address the Board of County Commissioners before traffic calming devices are approved.
RECOMMENDATION
Request Board set a public hearing date to consider adopting a Resolution allowing for the installation of traffic calming devices (speed humps) on Willis Road. Suggested Hearing Date: Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at 9:15 a.m.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact in setting the Public Hearing.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Amy J. Gregory, P.E.
Traffic Manager
(863) 535-2200
Jay M. Jarvis, P.E.
Roads & Drainage Director
(863) 535-2200