Traffic Control Order at the Intersection of University Avenue and New Street
A new Traffic Control Order was recently approved by the City Manager for implementation at the intersection of University Avenue and New Street. This location has a high level of pedestrian traffic, mostly related to Central High School, located at the northeast corner of this intersection. There is an eastbound MTD bus stop located along […]
Parking Changes Near Central High School
To facilitate planned construction along the north side of Central High School, Park Avenue between New Street and Lynn Street has recently been vacated. Passenger vehicles are now encouraged to use New Street, along the west side of the school, to pick up and drop off students, while buses (school buses and MTD buses) are […]
New Traffic Control Order to Deter Engine Braking on Staley Road
New Traffic Control Order to Deter Engine Braking on Staley Road A new Traffic Control Order was recently approved by the City Manager which will prohibit large trucks traveling on Staley Road from using engine braking as a way to decelerate. This type of braking, sometimes called “Jake Braking”, causes loud noises and vibrations and […]
New Speed Limits on Kirby and Bradley Overpasses
New Speed Limits on Kirby and Bradley Overpasses Two new Traffic Control Orders were recently approved by the City Manager and will soon be implemented. The first order will reduce the posted speed limit along Kirby Avenue, between Staley Road and Duncan Road, to 35 mph. A similar change will be made along Bradley Avenue, […]
Traffic Control Order at Neil and Church
Traffic Control Order at Neil and Church A new Traffic Control Order was recently approved by the City Manager for implementation at the intersection of Neil Street and Church/Main. This intersection is signalized. Previously, vehicles were allowed to turn right, from southbound Neil Street onto westbound Church Street, after stopping at the red light. Vehicles […]