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Traffic Calming Policy adopted for Saratoga Springs August 28, 2017, 4:14 pmThe city released a 21-page report about the policy, which is available on the city website. The report discusses the general purpose and goals of the policy, explains the criteria and process for receiving monitoring and includes an application for consideration of traffic calming measures. The document also includes a section on frequently asked questions. Due to limited resources, several criteria must be met in order for a neighborhood or street to be eligible for traffic calming measures. Roadways must either be local or collector roads; cul-de-sacs and other dead-end streets are ineligible. A composite threshold based upon speed, traffic volume, accident history, the presence and continuity of sidewalks and nearby sensitive facilities must be met. Furthermore, the street must be able to accommodate such traffic calming devices and not pose any adverse effects on those the policy aims to protect - motorists, pedestrians and emergency vehicles. The Policy includes two different levels of traffic calming measures that are available: Level 1 and Level 2. A trial period of 90 to 180 days must be completed to evaluate the effectiveness of the Level 1 measures before Level 2 measures can be considered. Examples of Level 1 measures include signage, pavement markings, targeted law enforcement and a radar speed trailer. Modifications to curb extensions, center islands and intersections comprise Level 2 measures. City Council members praised the Neighborhood Traffic Calming Policy's objective criteria and metrics. Council member Stephen Willden commented that transparency of the process is beneficial for citizens. To view the Neighborhood Traffic Calming Policy packet, please visit http://www.saratogaspringscity.com. The community news source for Eagle Mountain Utah, Saratoga Springs Utah, Lehi Utah, American Fork Utah, Highland Utah, Alpine Utah, and The Cedar Valley, including Cedar Fort Utah and Fairfield Utah. Copyright 2024 The Crossroads Journal LLC. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
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