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• • 81 of the vehicles were traveling at or below the posted speed with 80% in the 20mph- 25mph ranges. • • Six vehicles were found to be traveling over the 30mph posted limit with the most excessive speed to be 34mph. • No citations were issued. • From the survey, CPLDP feels the travel frequency and speed fail within normal levels for a through street located in a residential area. • There is a ratio of 13:1, which means 1 vehicle out of 13 travels 2 -3 mph over the posted speed limit. Based on the above information, it is Officer Frank's belief the posted signs at Peterson i rail, Old Mill Road, Quebec and Brian Drive are adequate to control the amount and type of traffic typical in this area. Motion by Council Member Travis, seconded by Council Member Broussard Vickers to table the 73" Street request for placement of a stop sign on the corner of 73` Street and Quebec, untii the next City Council meeting and the interested residents have had an opportunity to speak with Officer Frank. Motion carried unanimously. Construction Traffic Restriction on Brian Drive Mr. Peterson staled he spoke w 3effBoeh (Land Holding Company ), who stated he would do whatever he can to open the road up to the east, between the dead end street and 20 Ave. Mr. Boch will be contacting Eagle Trucking and request their assistance in smoothing out and opening up the area for construction traffic along with notifying equipment haulers etc. to use the opening. :vir. Wilbarber stated that possibly after the area is opened up, the City could put up signs stating "Construction Traffic — Enter on 20 Avenue ". Mr. Wilbarber added he has spoken to Chief .ioei Heckman concerning the issue of trucks entering the area, which are currently in non - compliance with the current road restrictions. Chief Beckman responded his torte would start to watch for "toad restriction" violations. Motion by Council Member Sweeney, seconded by Council Member Travis to table the construction traffic restriction on Brian Drive signage until the next City Council meeting. Motion carried unanimously. Hensel Special Use Permit Request ivir. Travis read a letter received from Margaret and Leo Hensel. Mr. and Mrs. Hensel are requesting a Special Use Permit to haul 4 tons of cement to their home at 1744 Heritage Street. The current road restriction is 3 tons. The Hensel's are constructing a 6 x 21 1/2 toot addition to the bedroom of their home at the above stated address. The cement contractor estimates a 1 -ton overage. 3