HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022-049 -ARDEN HILLS
CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 2022-049
RESOLUTION ADOPTING 25 MPH SPEED LIMIT SIGN PLAN
FOR ROADWAYS UNDER CITY JURISDICTION
WHEREAS,beginning in 2019 authority was given to cities to adopt a reduced speed limit
of 25 mph on residential roadways under city jurisdiction per Minnesota Statute 169.14; and
WHEREAS, speed limit changes are to be implemented in a consistent and understandable
manner, develop procedures to set limits, consider national guidance and studies and effectively
communicate the change, and
WHEREAS, the City of Arden Hills studied streets under the City's jurisdiction,
developed a map of city streets and speed limits, determined the appropriateness of a speed limit
change, discussed and communicated speed limit changes effectively, and in public settings, and
WHEREAS, the City of Arden Hills, as a safe, sustainable and walkable community,
understands that lowering speed limits will provide for safer streets and reduce the likelihood of
death or life- changing injuries; and
WHEREAS,the City of Arden Hills developed a city-wide map showing streets where the
25 MPH speed limits will be in effect, and approximate speed limit sign locations.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the City Council of the City of Arden Hills
accept the City of Arden Hills 25 MPH Speed Limit Sign Plan showing a reduced speed limit for
city jurisdiction roadways of 25 mph, with the intent of amending the City Ordinance to establish
the city-wide 25 MPH speed limit, with an effective date of February 1, 2023.
ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARDEN HILLS THIS
24TH DAY OF OCTOBER, 2022.
David Grant, Mayor
ATTEST:
Ju a anson, City Clerk
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