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~~ New Braunfels City Council Agenda Item Report
November 8, 2010
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Agenda Item No. 31
Presenter/Contact- Jim Klein, City Engineer
(830) 221-4020 - jklein@nbtexas.org
SUBJECT: Approval of the first reading of an ordinance amending Ordinance Number 75-10 to
approve installation of stop signs on Kuehler Avenue at the entrance to Camp Comal and on
Mission Hills Drive at Evergreen Lane
BACKGROUND/RATIONALE:
At the present time, Kuehler Avenue at the entrance to Camp Comal does not have any traffic
control. A resident suggested that this area experiences considerable traffic with potential
conflicts. Engineering Division staff counted traffic volumes and recommends installation of stop
signs at the following locations:
• On the SW corner of Kuehler Avenue at the entrance to Camp Carnal
• On the SE corner of Kuehler Avenue at the entrance to Camp Comal
• On the exit from Camp Comal onto Kuehler Avenue
Mr. Charles Salsman requested that the City install stop signs on Mission Hills Drive at Evergreen
Lane to make this intersection a 4-way stop. The residents of Mission Oaks presented a petition
to the Transportation and Traffic Advisory Board (T&T) at their October 14, 2010 meeting.
Following a lengthy discussion regarding visibility, school bus stops, and other safety issues, T&T
unanimously approved a motion recommending installation of stop signs at the following
locations:
• On the NE corner of Mission Hills Drive at Evergreen Lane
• On the SW corner of Mission Hills Drive at Evergreen Lane
A copy of the petition presented is attached.
ADDRESSES A NEED/ISSUE IN A CITY PLAN OR COUNCIL PRIORITY:
N/A
~ Yes
City Plan/Council
Priority:
2006 Comprehensive Plan: Transportation
Goal 21 : Provide a system of convenient and
safe transportation facilities through
comprehensive, cooperative a continuing
transportation system planning and
development.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Stop signs cost approximately $135 each. Sufficient funding is available in the FY201 0/11
approved street and drainage budget.
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