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AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.
CITY OF HAWTHORNE City Council AGENDA BILL For the meeting of 07/08/2025 Originating Department: Public Works |
City Manager:
Department Head:
SUBJECT:
RESOLUTION NO. 8544 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HAWTHORNE, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING A FOUR-WAY STOP AT THE INTERSECTION OF OXFORD AVENUE AND 118TH STREET.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff Recommends that the City Council approve Resolution No. 8544
DISCUSSION:
Residents contacted staff to evaluate the existing traffic control at the intersection of Oxford Avenue and 118th Street. The City received requests to convert the existing two-way-stop-control to a four-way-stop-control. After observing the intersection and evaluating the existing conditions, staff recommends the conversion to a four-way stop to improve traffic safety for residents as well as students for the nearby York Elementary School. Staff prepared a resolution for the installation of two (2) stop signs on 118th Street. These stop signs create a four-way stop at the intersection of Oxford Avenue and 118th Street.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN:
This will enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors by allowing them to travel safely.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None. The construction cost of $800 for stop signs and pavement markings are available in the current fiscal year’s adopted budget.
NOTICING PROCEDURE:
72 hours posted notice pursuant to the Ralph M. Brown Act