The Department of Mobility of Infrastructure completed a routine maintenance inspection of the traffic signal equipment at W North Ave and Galveston Ave. The signal equipment has deteriorated, potentially leading to increased unreliability and operational issues at the intersection. DOMI previously identified this intersection as a potential location for conversion from signal control to all-way stop control, so a traffic control study has been completed to determine if the traffic signal is still warranted at this location. This was completed before the closure of the North Avenue bridge. This traffic study follows criteria set forth in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), which provides guidance to traffic engineers nationwide about such decisions.

Based on the equipment issues and traffic control study, DOMI recommends the traffic signal be removed and replaced permanently with all-way stop control.

The planned is sequence of work is as follows starting the week of April 27th:

• Traffic signal will flash red for 30 days to introduce the all-way stop control with temporary stop signs installed
• After 30 days of flash, the traffic signal will removed and permanent stop signs installed
• In summer 2025, additional quick build curb extensions will be installed for added safety benefits