SUBJECT
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Adopt a Resolution Setting Parking Restrictions on Herndon Road, near Frostproof ($727.27 one-time expense)
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DESCRIPTION
The Roads & Drainage Division has received a request from the Roadway Maintenance Section to restrict parking on Herndon Road. Herndon Road is in the Frostproof area in S-27, T-31S, R-28E, and is classified as a Local Residential road.
Staff conducted parking studies along Herndon Road to analyze this request and determined that the parking of vehicles along the roadway creates a maintenance issue for the County.
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 Herndon Road. Estimated cost for installation of the signs is $727.27.
FISCAL IMPACT
Funds are budgeted in the FY 24/25 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