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City of Missoula, Montana Item to be Referred to City Council Committee Committee: Public Works Item: Review infrastructure conditions at the locations of serious and fatal traffic accidents: 2007- 2009 Date: January 25, 2010 Prepared by: Jason Wiener Initiated by: Jason Wiener Action Required: Information Item Recommended Motion: N/A Timeline: Referral to committee: 1/25/10 Committee discussion: TBD Background and Alternatives Explored: Some high-profile serious and fatal accidents in Missoula in 2009 were connected to the built environment at the accident site. This referral requests a comprehensive review of the sidewalk, traffic control, crossing distance, bike lane and other relevant conditions for serious and fatal car accidents during 2007 to 2009 (as three years is the typical duration for a safety study) to see how those compare to optimal designs and city standards. Financial Implications: None at this time. Attachments: Hyperlink to attachments here