Resolution accepting the work of Bluffs Electric, Inc. as complete and authorizing release of the retainage after 30 days if no claims are filed in connection with the North Broadway and Hunter Avenue HAWK Signal.  Project #PW19-13

The Iowa DOT Traffic Safety Improvement Program provides safety funds to cities, counties and the DOT for roadway safety improvements, research, studies or public information initiatives.  The program is funded annually with 0.5 percent of Iowa’s Road Use Tax Fund.

Public Works submitted an application for funding under the category of traffic control devices and was successful in being selected for the program.   

The project replaced the existing, nonconforming MUTCD traffic signal at the intersection of North Broadway and Hunter Avenue with a pedestrian hybrid beacon, commonly known as a High-Intensity Activated Crosswalk (HAWK) signal, which adheres to MUTCD.  The curb ramp and the sidewalk area were updated to meet ADA standards.  The new signal improves the safety of the pedestrian crossing of North Broadway that provides direct access to Hoover Elementary School and also serves Gerald W. Kirn Junior High School.

The project was selected for partial funding and received $40,000 in Traffic Safety Funds.  The balance of the project costs will be paid with Sales Tax Funds.

Approval of this resolution.