Discussion:
After completion of the McKenna Road reconstruction near Eagle Creek Boulevard, a speed limit was not established for McKenna Road between Eagle Creek Boulevard and Tintaocanku. Prior to the reconstruction of McKenna Road and the construction of the roundabout, the speed limit was posted at 55 mph, which is the default statutory speed limit for this section of roadway. With an existing speed limit of 30 mph on McKenna Road south of Tintaocanku, the Traffic Safety Committee determined that an appropriate speed limit be determined for this section of roadway.
On December 3, 2019, City Council authorized a MnDOT speed zone investigation for this portion of McKenna Road by adopting Resolution R2019-126 (see attached). This resolution was sent to MnDOT on December 9, 2019 requesting that they conduct a speed zone investigation. MnDOT completed their speed evaluation and provided the attached authorization, dated September 30, 2020.
The speed zone investigation performed by MnDOT produced a recommended speed zone of 50 MPH for McKenna Road segment. Attached is the state's authorization to install the appropriate signs designated for reasonable, safe speeds on McKenna Road. Based on MnDOT's speed study, City Council has the authority to accept the speed zone study and authorization and to install traffic control signs, accordingly.