The deterioration s could be cluttered, missing, or obscured signs, or faded or no markings on the pavement. Old timing patterns, or sequencing catered to a large business, or a seasonal pattern could lead to traffic back up and driver frustration. The brain can only read and comprehend a limited amount of information at a time, and then the driver must make a decision. Without proper signage, such as street markers the driver may be unsure of, or miss a desired street or direction. The goal of this report is to minimize or if possible, eliminate deteriorations at each intersection, and to make as many improvements as we can.
Construction is the most expensive improvement to make at an intersection.
Improving the signage, markings and signals is the most cost efficient strategy to upgrading an intersection. Since then, we have implemented several programs to improve signage, markings, and signals around the City. Three full-time positions have been added to increase productivity in this Division. Paint markings, stripe centerlines, paint curbs, and paint on concrete streets are done by the Traffic Division. We use thermoplastic on newer roads, at intersections and crosswalks.