Chapter 10.32
REGULATORY TRAFFIC SIGNS
Sections:
10.32.020 Procedure for change.
10.32.030 Notification of change.
10.32.040 Model Traffic Ordinance – In effect.
10.32.010 Definitions.
The following definitions apply to the establishment, placement, or modification of regulatory signs within the city:
“Regulatory sign” means stop sign, speed limit sign, and/or other regulatory sign as defined in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices published by the United States Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, as modified by the Washington State Department of Transportation. [Ord. 532B, 1994.]
10.32.020 Procedure for change.
When a problem or issue related to a regulatory sign, or a possible need for a regulatory sign, or a need or possible need for a modification or change to an existing regulatory sign is identified, the chief of police and public works director shall review information to the need or proposed need for change, and shall conduct an evaluation of associated information and factors related to any such need or problem. The information evaluated shall include, but not be limited to, physical characteristics of the location and site, traffic accident history, traffic volume history, type of street, intersection sign visibility, and type of problem(s). If, after the completion of the evaluation, the chief of police and public works director have determined that the installation, modification, or change of a regulatory sign will correct or improve the problem, the chief of police and public works director shall provide notification in accordance with the provisions of this chapter. [Ord. 766B, 2004; Ord. 532B, 1994.]
10.32.030 Notification of change.
When the installation, modification, or change of a regulatory sign has been determined to be required, the chief of police and public works director shall notify the city manager and the city council of the intended action. The chief of police and public works director shall also provide legal notice through the local newspaper of intent to install, change, or modify a regulatory sign. If applicable, notice shall also be provided to property owners within 300 feet of the location of the intended action. [Ord. 766B, 2004; Ord. 532B, 1994.]
10.32.040 Model Traffic Ordinance – In effect.
With respect to all issues except the authority for, and aspects related to, regulatory signs as provided and established in this chapter, the Model Traffic Ordinance as previously adopted by the city is in effect. If any portion of this chapter is held invalid for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining portions of this chapter shall be unaffected thereby. [Ord. 532B, 1994.]