Traffic Safety Commission - September 29, 2025

The City of West Bend Traffic Safety Commission convened on September 29, 2025, to discuss several traffic safety and parking issues. Key procurement and contracting discussions included the engagement of KL Engineering to conduct traffic studies and provide recommendations on intersection safety and parking restrictions. The commission reviewed a request to restrict parking on Barton Avenue to improve sightlines, with residents expressing concerns about visibility and speeding, especially during winter. The commission decided to table further parking restrictions pending additional study and data collection, acknowledging the need for a strategic approach and resident input. Another agenda item involved a traffic study at the intersection of River Road and Rusco Drive, where the consultant recommended no changes to existing passing zones, citing compliance with state standards and low crash incidence. Administrative updates to the traffic manual regarding parking restrictions on Redwood Street were approved. The commission also considered a request to install a four-way stop at 7th Avenue and Dora Road due to high crash rates and speeding concerns. After reviewing engineering studies and public testimony, the commission decided against installing a four-way stop due to safety concerns related to the steep grade and winter conditions, opting instead for increased enforcement and vegetation management. The meeting highlighted the challenges of balancing traffic safety improvements with practical enforcement and infrastructure limitations, emphasizing community involvement and data-driven decision-making.