2021-08-23-minutes-public-works-study-session

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approved because the project is not listed on the State Transportation Improvement Plan. Mark Cook added that staff researched how to get the project listed and Kittitas County needs to allocate funds before it will be added. Mark Cook requested direction on setting aside funding for the I-90 improvements from Exit 70 to Exit 85 to be placed on the 2022 State Transportation Improvement Plan. Mark Cook stated that funding options could include the Road fund to begin initial design. Staff was directed to do an inventory of possible funding sources and return for a discussion. AUTOMATED TRAFFIC SAFETY CAMERAS Mark Cook gave background on the research he conducted on the use of traffic safety cameras in Washington State. Mark Cook stated that currently the use is restricted. Mark Cook inquired on the interest in approaching State Representatives to begin initial phases of legislation to allow camera use for speed enforcement in Kittitas County. Vice Chairman Laura Osiadacz stated she has reached out to Representative Tom Dent for a discussion on this issue. AMERICAN PUBLIC WORKS ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE PRESENTATION Mark Cook informed the Board of County Commissioners that Public Works has been accepted as a presenter at the APWA Conference in Yakima, Washington. Mark Cook stated that Nicole Ogan, Environmental Transportation Planner will be presenting with Fehr and Peers on the challenges of rural traffic control along I-90 bypass roads, and introduction of STEER I-90 to a larger audience. Vice Chairman Osiadacz requests a link to view the presentation at the conference if one is provided after the conference Meeting adjourned at 2:14 pm. Rebecca Cruse, Administrative Assistant 2021-08-23 Minutes KITTITAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS KITTITAS COUNTY, WASHINGTON Brett Wachsmith, Chairman