02-16-2021 Speed Limit2/12/2021 1
Speed Limit Ordinance
Amendment
Public Works Department
TRAFFIC SERVICES DIVISION
Policy Question
Should City Council approve an ordinance to
reduce the speed limit from 40 to 35 mph on
SW Dash Point Road between 16th Avenue SW
and 21st Avenue SW?
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Background Information
Lakota Safe Routes to School Project
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Proposed
Reduction from
40 to 35
Existing 35 zones
Existing 40 zone
Background Information
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•Ordinance amends FWRC 8.30.040:
•Lowers speed limit on SW Dash Point Rd from 40 to 35
mph between 16th Avenue SW and 21st Avenue SW
•Reduction due to greater intensity of turning movements and
Lakota school and park frontage
Options Considered
1.Approve the draft ordinance.
2.Do not approve the draft ordinance and
provide direction to staff.
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Mayor’s Recommendation
Option 1: Approve the draft ordinance.
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Questions?
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