Title
Approval of a Resolution modifying the City's Standard Construction Specifications by aligning the City's standards with National Standards.
Presented by Steve Acenbrak, Director
Body
Item Summary:
The present city design standards are overly conservative. In the standard city construction specifications, the design standards are tied to functional classification of each roadway which leads to potentially high operating speeds. Staff proposes bringing the city design standards in line with the current industry standard, which is the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Green Book. The net effect of these changes is that it will reduce the maximum allowable speed for future projects while maintaining a safe roadway network.
Committee or Staff Recommendation:
On June 17, 2009 the Community Development and Transportation Committee recommended placing this Item on the July 6, 2009 Mayor and Council Agenda.
Financial Impact:
N/A
Presented by:
Steven D. Acenbrak, P.E., LEED AP, Director of Transportation