The Village utilizes many techniques to reduce traffic volume. Turn prohibition signs may be used as an efficient tool in reducing traffic volume, some of which are applicable only during specified hours. This method works only if it is enforced by law and if sensible alternatives are available for redirected traffic. Restricted turn movements were approved by the Village Board after an Engineering study was completed. The study determined that the prohibition significantly reduced the traffic volume on these streets.
Physical barriers are also effective in reducing traffic volume.
One physical barrier commonly used is a barrier median. Although this is somewhat self-enforcing, police must still monitor motorists driving around the median. This can be seen at the intersections of Grandville Avenue and Northwestern Avenue and Grandville Avenue and Route 41. Other possible techniques include curvature in the roadway and designating one-way streets. If you have any requests or comments regarding traffic in your neighborhood, please contact the Engineering Department at 623-7658.