Schools and neighborhood residents can request Traffic Engineering staff to speak to PTA's, school site review committees and organized neighborhood groups wanting to implement traffic control improvements. Applications and instructions may be picked up in the City's Traffic Engineering office. Fees for temporary closing of streets are based on the magnitude of the event and street system affected. In some cases, City Council approval is required. Traffic Engineering staff receives public complaints and inquiries regarding traffic control functions including traffic signalization, STOP sign controls, parking restrictions, and speed limit restrictions.
Staff conducts necessary field investigations to respond to citizen concerns.
Traffic Engineering Continued . . . Most investigations and responses can be made within two to three weeks of the initial inquiry, and an implementation timetable is provided for agreed-upon improvements. City crews assist in identifying vision obstruction problems. Citizens give a location where an obstruction exists, and a follow-up inspection is made within one to two days. Violation notices are mailed to property owners responsible for clearing obstructions, and follow-up inspections are made to ensure compliance.