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RESOLUTION R-1718-107: A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORMAN, OKLAHOMA, APPROPRIATING $27,693.44 FROM THE REFUNDS REIMBURSEMENTS MISCELLANEOUS RISK MANAGEMENT ACCOUNT RECEIVED FROM INSURANCE COMPANIES AND THE RESPONSIBLE PARTY TO REPAIR AND REPLACE TRAFFIC SIGNAL EQUIPMENT, TRAFFIC SIGNS, AND PARKING METERS DAMAGED IN TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS.
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BACKGROUND: The City's Traffic Control Division maintains more than 170 traffic and pedestrian signals citywide using $105,291 in the Traffic Division operating budget (approximately $620 per signalized intersection per year). These funds are used for the purchase of replacement traffic signal system components needed for the safe and efficient operation of our traffic signals. In addition, the Division also maintains approximately 30,000 traffic control signs throughout the City of Norman using $44,480 in the Division's operating budget (approximately $1.49 per sign per year). These funds are used for the purchase of the replacement sign components needed for the safe and efficient navigation of our roadways. Finally, the Division maintains more than 202 parking meters with an annual maintenance budget of $5,890 (less than $30 per meter per year).
On September 17, 2017, a traffic collision occurred at the intersection of State Highway 9 and Berry Road causing damage to a signal pole, pedestrian push button, and a street light. The responsible driver was identified for collection purposes. City forces repaired the damage at the location. On December 4, 2017, a $981.79 check was collected from the insurance company for the responsible party. The check was deposited into the Refunds/Reimbursements Risk Management account.
On July 28, 2017, a traffic collision occurred at the roundabout at the intersection of Corporate Centre Drive and Interstate Drive causing damage to a roundabout direction arrow sign. The responsible driver was identified for collection purposes. City forces repaired the damage ...
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