SUBJECT
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Adopt a Resolution Setting Speed Limits on County Road 557 (Buena Vista Drive), near Lake Alfred. ($3,111.89 one-time expense)
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DESCRIPTION
The Roads & Drainage Division received a request from the City of Lake Alfred to reduce the speed limit along the roadway. In researching the request, the Roads & Drainage Division discovered a Resolution establishing speed zones of 30 M.P.H., 40 M.P.H., 45 M.P.H., and 55 M.P.H. adopted by the Board on March 19, 1996, which is attached to the proposed Resolution as Exhibit “A.” County Road 557 (Buena Vista Drive) is located in the Lake Alfred area in S-32, T-27S, R-26E, and is classified as an Urban Collector road.
Staff conducted traffic studies on County Road 557 (Buena Vista Drive) as outlined in FS 316.189, and investigated the five-year crash history. Based on the research, it was determined that postings 30 M.P.H., 40 M.P.H., 45 M.P.H., and 55 M.P.H. are still reasonable for this road. However, this resolution slightly revises the limits from the 1996 resolution. To comply with statutory requirements, it is necessary for the Board to adopt a Resolution establishing the proposed speed limits.
RECOMMENDATION
Request Board adopt the associated Resolution to establish the proposed speed zones for County Road 557 (Buena Vista Drive). Cost for installation of signs is estimated at $3,111.89.
FISCAL IMPACT
Funds are budgeted in the FY 25/26 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