NUMB:
991428
VERS:
ORIGINAL
REF:
XXBY:
ALD. MURPHY
TITL:
Resolution closing the west intersection of W. McKinley Ave. and N. Hawley Rd. for a period of 6 months.
ANLS:
- Analysis -
This resolution authorizes and directs the Department of Public Works to temporarily close the west intersection of W. McKinley Ave. and N. Hawley Rd for a period of 6 months. Following this period, the Department will provide a written evaluation regarding the impact of this closure on traffic congestion and pedestrian safety in the area.
BODY:
Whereas, W. McKinley Ave. west of N. Hawley Rd. is often used by motorists as an alternative to using W. Vliet St.; and
Whereas, This rerouting of traffic onto W. McKinley Ave. has resulted in increased traffic congestion along that road; and
Whereas, Hawthorn Glen Playground abuts W. McKinley Ave. on the south side, and the north side of W. McKinley Ave. is composed of one- and two-family dwellings; and
Whereas, This area was never designed to accommodate a large traffic volume and has experienced a significant increase in traffic congestion in recent years; and
Whereas, In a poll conducted by the alderman's office, 70% of area residents supported closure of this intersection; now, therefore, be it
Resolved, By the Common Council of the City of Milwaukee, that the Department of Public Works is authorized and directed to close the west intersection of W. McKinley Ave. and N. Hawley Rd. on a trial basis for a period of 6 months; and, be it
Further Resolved, That at the end of 6 months the Department of Public Works will provide a written evaluation regarding the impact of this closure on traffic congestion and pedestrian safety in the area.
ZDPT:
DFTR:
99438-1
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12/1/99