NEIGHBORHOOD TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT: PROCESS AND RESULTS

Neighborhood traffic management, also known as traffic calming or traffic mitigation, has become a major focus in local government and the traffic engineering profession. As the use of the automobile continues to increase, so does the outcry to minimize its impact on residential streets. Cities of all sizes have focused on managing traffic in residential areas for a number of years, but the issue is getting increasing attention and scrutiny. The common goal is to with a specific focus on residential areas. Although there is general agreement among transportation professionals about the tools used to calm traffic, there is not always clear agreement on the process for selecting and implementing the tools or on the use and effectiveness of various devices. This paper focuses on the planning process, approaches to working with local residents, implementation considerations, and the actual effectiveness of various tools.