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City Council Meeting Minutes August 1, 2023 Page 2 of 3 C. Appointment of Two Councilmembers to Work on Annual Evaluations of Appointed Officials D. Approval to Make August 8 and August 22 Study Sessions Special Meetings E. Approval of Proclamation for Louisville, Colorado Italian -American Heritage Day — moved to regular agenda F. Approval of Contract for Rehabilitation Planning for the Trott -Downer Cabins COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL COMMENTS ON PERTINENT ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA Councilmember Hoefner noted a community meeting was held last week to discuss traffic issues on the Polk/Dahlia corridor. This was in response to a recent accident with a pedestrian and it was well attended. Unfortunately, there was a similar accident the next day underscoring the need for additional traffic calming in this area. He asked that the new traffic safety measures be installed sooner rather than later, particularly as school is about to begin. Councilmember Most asked for "No Thru Traffic" signs to be added to the street as soon as possible and that communications get out to the neighborhood and the Fireside Elementary community with what the City is committing to do. Councilmember Hamlington added that there are unique circumstances in this area and it needs to be addressed with both short-term and long-term fixes. Mayor Maloney stated all members of council are in agreement on this issue and traffic safety is important. He noted the Public Works Department continues to look for solutions and funding is approved. This is an urgent situation. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager Durbin stated staff agrees with the urgency of this situation. Director Kowar stated staff has looked at possible solutions for the corridor including installing speed cushions and pedestrian refuges. He stated he thinks the speed cushions can be in within 30 days and other tactics by the end of the year. Fire Chief Willson stated staff reached out to him last week to understand if there are any concerns with traffic calming in this area. It is a balancing act to not impede the response time of the fire trucks but to also slow traffic. He stated the Fire District will work with the City to find the best options. Director Kowar stated staff is committed to increasing safety and meeting the needs of the neighborhood. City Manager Durbin also noted the Police are also looking in to how to best increase enforcement.