10-14-09 PRI-rl=-m S-2
CITY OF OTSEGO
PARK & RECREATION COMMISSION OPENING
The City of Otsego is seeking an applicant to fill a
vacancy on the City Park & Recreation Commission. The Park
& Recreation Commission is appointed by the Otsego City
Council and is charged with 'reviewing the City's park plans
and recreation services, advising the City Council on these
and any other park and recreation issues, and running some
of the City's recreational events. The applicant must be a
resident of the City of Otsego. No experience is
necessary, only a desire to be involved in your community.
Interested applicants should contact City Hall at 763/441-
4414 to obtain an application. Applications are due
Tuesday, October 20, 2009 at 5:00 p.m. at Otsego City Hall.
Michael Robertson
City Administrator
PARK SIGNAGE
MANUAL 2006
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Sources 2
Introduction 3
General Sign Design Standards 4
Entrance Signs 12
Boundary Signs 14
Multi -Use Trails 16
Signage Relating to all Parks 23
Community Parks and Community Playfields Signage 26
Neighborhood Park and Mini -Parks Signage 29
Special Use Areas and Conservation Areas Signage 31
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SOURCES
City of Lakeville Park and Recreation Department, Lakeville, IVIN
Three Rivers Park District Sign Manual: Draft 2006, Three Rivers Park District,
Plymouth, IVIN
Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways: 2003 Edition, Part
9 Traffic Controls for Bicycle Facilities, US DOT Federal Highway Administration
Park, Recreation & Leisure Facilities Site Planning Guidelines. Fogg, George E. FASLA.
National Recreation and Park Association, 2005
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The goal of this Park Signage Manual is to provide uniform criteria for the development
and implementation of signs for the City of Lakeville parks and trails system. The
nature and quality of the parks signs will create an image that will represent Lakeville's
parks. Having an organized and effective park signage plan will enhance the user's
experience by providing necessary information in a clear, concise, uniform manner.
The signs will be used to inform, guide, warn, and regulate park users. Overuse of
signs can detract from their overall effectiveness; therefore, to be effective and achieve
desired results, signs should meet the following criteria:
E Fulfill a need
• Command attention, respect and cooperation
• Convey a clear, concise, simple and thematic message
• Provide current, enforceable information
• Be visible and attractive
• Be appropriately located
The objective of the Lakeville Signage Plan is to:
• Create a consistent identity at all park locations
• Display information that can be easily understood and recognized
• Employ cost effective techniques, methods and materials to ease ordering and
maintenance of inventory
• Establish continuity of design, fabrication, and placement
• Able to be flexible and adaptable to meet changing needs
This sign manual will be the primary tool used to establish standards for the design,
fabrication, installation, and evaluation of the sign system.
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GENERAL SIGN DESIGN STANDARDS
Uniformity of each park's signage will be a key element to a comprehensive signage
plan for the City. Uniform signage will help to link individual facilities to the system as a
whole and makes it easier for park guests to interpret information. Besides the signs
being unique to Lakeville's parks, it is also very important that signs be to uniform to
design standards more widely known, such as traffic signs.
GRAPHic ELEMENTS
Size
Shape
Color
Signs use repeatedly throughout the City's park system will be a standard size
for each park type. See individual parks for specifications.
The shape of a sign at a glance inform the park user what the sign's intentions
are; therefore, keeping the signs of similar shape maintains a clear and effective
use of the sign to the park user.
Square or Rectangle, with longer dimension horizontal, shall generally be used
for entrance, directional and other informational signs.
Octa-gon shall be reserved exclusively for STOP signs.
Equilateral triangle, with one point downward, shall be reserved exclusively for
the YIELD sign.
Diamond shall be used to warn of existing or possible hazards
All colors used for vehicle and bike traffic shall follow the national standards
outlined in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). Similar
colors should be used in all park signage. The same colors should be used to
convey the same messages through -out the City's Park System.
White on Brown is used for the majority of informational type signs such as rules
and directional signage for vehicle traffic.
White on Blue is used to identify handicapped accessible facilities and alert park
users to a particular and /or unexpected situation of which it is desirable to give
park users notice.
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White on Red is reserved for STOP signs and signs use to identify specific
dangers.
Red on White is used for regulatory and prohibitory signs.
Black on Yellow is used exclusively for warning/caution types of signs.
Orange is used for temporary traffic control on roadways and paved and other
regional trails. Orange is also used with black and white for thin ice and lake
aeration signs.
White on Green andlor Green on White is used for signs pertaining to vegetation
and wildlife. White on Green is also used to identify summer trail use.
Black on White is used for some traffic regulatory signs.
White on Light Blue is used to identify winter trail use.
Letter Style
The type face of park signage should be simple in style and form so that
proportions and shapes can be seen and easily recognized. In most
applications, typesetting shall comply to standards for the use of Veranda. Font
styles should not be mixed rather variations of a single type, such as italics, bold,
and size variations should be used for emphasis.
The use of upper case and lower case letters should follow the standards
indicated for each sign type as outlined in the individual section of this manual.
Generally, signs should utilize "normal or standard" letter spacing.
Letter Size
Vehicular signs should follow a minimum of a 2 inch letter height for each thirty
(30) feet as a maximum viewing distance to provide minimum legibility and
pedestrian signs should follow a 1 inch minimum.
Layout
Sign layout address the spatial relationship between all sign components to
develop an easily readable sign.
0 Text should be centered
Flush right arrangements should only be used on certain directional
signs
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Left/Right justify is for signs with large amounts of text such as
rules or lengthy interpretive signs.
Symbols
Only symbols that are well recognized should be used.
Symbols are useful only if they are recognizable at a glance.
Generally, the use of recreational symbols should be used to
identify trail use and on maps and directories where a key is
provided.
Graphics
Logos
All graphics should follow the international federal highway standards. Any
shifting from these typical graphics is not recommended. For the City of
Lakeville, new graphic characters will only be created for items such as
interpretive signage and plant signage.
The official City logo shall be used on all entrance, boundary,
and other primary identification signs. The logo should also
be incorporated into regional facilities within City to help
promote and identify trails.
Individual facility logos should only be used on signs unique
to the particular park if the logo is easily recognizable by the
community.
Abbreviations
Abbreviations should be kept to a minimum and only those commonly recognized
and understood should be used.
Acceptable abbreviations are:
N
North
MPH
Miles per Hour
S
South
ST
Street
E
East
RD
Road
W
West
LN
Lane
MI
Mile
BLVD
Boulevard
K
Kilometer
JCT
Junction
AM
Ante Meridian
DR
Drive
PM
Post Meridian
MN
Minnesota
Arrows
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Arrows may point in any one of the five directions
shown. Never use arrows pointing down or in any 4W
intermediate directions other than shown.
X
Other than arrows on standard traffic signs, all arrows for the
park signs should be enlarged or reduced proportionally to X
the arrow shown to the right.
Arrows for standard traffic signs shall use arrows of Y.
appropriate size and style as detailed in the MUTCD. The x - c*M how h9W
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information below pertains to signs specific for the parks, Z = -on
other than those for vehicle traffic control.
When only one directional arrow appears on a sign, it may be placed either to the
left or above the message.
MON.
PICNIC AREA PICNIC AREA
When more than one arrow appears on a sign, the arrow will always appear to
the left of the message.
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When two or more facilities are located in the same direction, these facilities shall
be assembled in a group with each facility having its own arrow.
M00- PICNIC AREA
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Message
To be effective, a sign must communicate its message quickly. Messages
should be as brief as possible with lettering large enough to provide the
necessary legibility at the desired distance.
All messages, including rules, should be stated in a positive tone to promote
compliance. Focus on what park users can do rather than what they can't do.
Generally, prohibited activities should only be stated when a specific problem
exists.
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MECHANICAL ELEMENTS
Sign Presentation
M How signs are presented contributes to their effectiveness and can enhance or
detract from the visitors' perception of the City's parks. The following
considerations should be given to the presentation of all park signs:
The use of paper signs should be kept to a minimum and only used for very
temporary situations when it is not practical or possible to request a commercially
produced sign.
Handwritten signs should never be used. If necessary, temporary paper signs
should be computer generated and, if used outdoors, protected from the weather.
0 Signs shall not be stapled, taped or tacked to interior walls or building exteriors.
Vinyl graphics and/or lettering shall not be applied directly to structures including,
doors, walls, siding, etc. In such instances, separate signs should be made and
mounted in a manner they can be removed when painting or replacement is
needed.
On an as -approved basis, vinyl lettering may be applied to door glass for such
things as building hours.
Signs shall be mounted in a uniform and consistent manner with other similar
type signs.
0 Unless dictated by design, signs shall be mounted square, level and plumb.
When possible, gather signs together into unified systems to avoid sign clutter.
Too many signs diminish the effectiveness of all signs.
Do not hang signs on existing signs. If additional signs are needed, the existing
panels should be redesigned to accept added messages. While not preferred,
temporary exceptions are acceptable in such instances as temporary trail
closings for approved banners displayed on entrance signs. Approved
supplementary signs are excluded.
Signs should be in good condition. Signs that are faded, damaged, etc. should
be replaced.
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Sign Location
Signs should be placed along the visitor's path to and through a given facility at
points which require a decision or where pertinent information needs to be given
to the user. The following are general guidelines in locating signs:
Signs shall be placed to assure they attract the attention of the intended viewer
with respect to the situation to which they apply.
Signs shall be located such that they allow the viewer necessary time to make
the proper response.
Signs shall be set far enough off the path of travel as to not become a hazard or
an obstacle.
M Generally, signs should be located on the right-hand side of a roadway, trail,
walkway, etc.
Vehicle signs shall be individually erected on separate posts or mounting except
where one sign supplements another.
Signs should be located so that they do not obscure each other or are hidden
from view by other objects.
Generally, signs should be mounted at right angles to the direction of and facing
the traffic they are intended to serve. At curved alignments, the angle or
placement shall be determined by the course of approaching traffic rather than by
the roadway or trail edge.
Sign Height
Regional trail and other paved trail signs mounted at a height of 54 inches as
measured from trail surface to bottom of main sign. Supplemental signs are
mounted beneath main signs.
Two post panel type signs, such as park entrance signs, are to be mounted at a
height of 36 inches as measured from the ground to the sign panel bottom. To
account for uneven ground, the measurement should be made in the middle of
the panel bottom.
Boundary signs are to be mounted at a height of 54 inches to the bottom of the
main sign as measured from the ground.
Single post general information signs located at various facilities, for various
purposes, are to be mounted at a height of 54 inches to the bottom of the main
sign as measured from the ground.
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Fiberglass trail markers are installed at a height of 54 inches to the bottom of the
main sign as measured from the ground to the top of the post.
Sign Materials
A variety of materials can be used in the production of signs. Materials should bE
determined by considering factors of cost, durability, longevity, and function. The
following are typical applications of materials used in the fabrication and
installation of park signs:
Aluminum Roadway signs
Parking signs
Regional and other paved trail signs
Boundary signs
Stone monument entrance signs
MDO Plywood Wood post park entrance signs
In -park directional signs
General informational signs
Polyplate
Small informational signs
Sintra Special program signs
Interior signs
Changeable panel signs
Wood Posts Entrance signs
In -park paved trail signs
In -park roadway and parking signs
Directional signs
General informational signs
Vinyl/Scotchlite Decals and graphics
Corex Temporary signs
Metal U -posts Boundary signs
Regional trail signs
Some traffic and parking signs in remote areas
Highway directional signs
2"x2" Metal Posts Roadway and parking signs as determined
appropriate
Fiberglass Posts Turf trails, marker signs for utilities, etc.
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Illumination
Reflective materials are to be used for all traffic control, highway guide signs, and
regulatory and warning signs for roadways and trails. Graphics for park entrance
signs are to be reflective vinyl.
Illumination should be used for all highly used parks entry signage and where
nighttime visibility is an issue. Lighting should be selected and positioned for
minimum glare and reflection from all viewing angles.
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ENTRANCE SIGNS
Entrance signs are important for conveying information to park users as well as the
public driving by the facilities. Entrance signs throughout the City should be used to
provide clear and concise information in a uniform manner. The goals of the City's
entrance signs should be:
• Identify the entrance to a specific facility or group of facilities
• Identify the park in which the facility is located
• Create a system identify by identifying parks and specific facilities as part of the
• City through use of the official logo, and uniformity of sign design.
• Additional information may be added to a park entrance sign such as street
addresses, partnerships, cooperative agreements etc.
Several of the City's parks have multiple entrances. Different tiers of entrance signs
should used to for the different levels of entrances. For example, a pedestrian entrance
would require a different level of sign than a main vehicular entrance. However, the
same general appearance of the signs is to be maintained throughout the park system.
Signs should maintain the same overall appearance through the consistent use of color,
font, logo, proportions, supporting structure, etc.
Community Parks and Community Playfields Entrance Signs
Use: Main park entrances
Sign Size: 84" x 42"
Support: Double 8"x8" wood posts or stone structure
Special Use and Conservation Area Entrance Signs
Use: Main entrances
Sign Size: 72" x 36"
Support: Double 6"x6" wood posts
Neighborhood and Mini Parks Entrance Signs
Use: Main entrance near parking area if applicable
Sign Size: 72"x36"
Support: Double 6"x6" wood posts
Pedestrian Trail Entrance Signs
Use: Entrance trails
Sign Size: 60"x3O"
Support: Double 6"x6" wood posts
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Installation
The general rule for installation height on all entrance signs is 36" from the ground to
the bottom of the sign face. Generally, on a sloping elevation, 36" should be measured
to the center of the sign bottom. Where required by local ordinance, signs will be
enclosed on the bottom with wood grain horizontal lapped siding with a 5" reveal. All
wood and metal components of the sign structure are to match architectural brown.
Post Details
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BOUNDARY SIGNS
Boundaries signs should be used to identify all boundaries of the City's parks.
Boundary signs are important instruments in identifying park boundaries for both park
staff and the public. Boundary signs are also an enforcement too to help reduce
encroachment and other ordinance violation issues. Boundary signs shall be located
and displayed in a consistent and uniform manner.
Boundary Sign Locations
The effectiveness of the boundary sign is greatly contributed to the proper placement.
While exact location needs to be determined in the field, signs should be located in
accordance with the following guidelines:
E Signs area to be posted along the boundary at intervals no greater than 500 feet.
0 Signs are to be located one foot inside surveyed boundary lines
Boundary corners are to be marked by locating signs one -foot in from boundary
lines and three feet in either direction of property corner.
Signs are to be located so they are not hidden from view by trees or other
obstacles and are to be maintained as such
Additional signs should be located in areas where persistent enforcement
problems exist.
Sign Mounting
Boundary signs are to be mounted to black steel channel posts, 2.5 lbs./fppt,
7/16 inch punched on 3 -inch centers, standard length 9 feet.
Boundary signs shall not be mounted on posts with other signs unless the other
signs are approved supplementary boundary signs.
E Sign mounting hardware is to be vandal resistant
Boundary signs shall not be mounted to hi -line poles, trees, or other objects. In
situations where a chain link fence is used to delineate park boundaries, it will be
permissible to mount boundary signs to the fence as long as the mounting height
standards can be maintained.
Signs are to be mounted at a height of 54 inches as measured from ground to
bottom of sign (height should be increased if needed to maintain visibility). If a
supplementary sign is used, the sign height shall be 54 inches as measured to
the bottom of the supplementary sign.
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Sign Specifications
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MULTI PURPOSE TRAILS WAYS (MPTW)
Clear and adequate signage is essential safety devices used on City trails. These signs
provide information, alert users of potential conflicts, and relay regulatory information.
Consistent signs provide clear identification and the necessary level of compliance for
trail use. The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) should be used to
address the specific needs of sign standards for Lakeville's trails.
All signs, signals, and markings, including those on trail facilities, should be properly
maintained to command respect from both the driver and the trail user. Signs should be
regularly inspected and immediately replaced if stolen, vandalized, or damaged.
Application and Placement of Signs
All signs shall be reflective for use on trailways, including shared -use paths and
bicycle lane facilities.
On shared -use trails, lateral sign clearance shall be a minimum of 3 ft. and a
maximum of 6 ft. from the near edge of the sign to the near edge of the path.
Lateral clearance should be standardized along trail segments or within park
locations, depending on should width, mowing patterns, etc.
Mounting height for ground -mounted signs on shared -use trails shall be 4'6",
measured from the bottom edge of the sign to the near edge of the trail surface.
When overhead signs are used on shared -use trails, the clearance from the
bottom edge of the sign to the trail surface directly under the sign shall be a
minimum of 8ft.
Signs for the exclusive use of the trail users should be located so that drivers are
not confused.
The clearance for overhead signs on shared -use trails should be adjusted when
appropriate to accommodate typical maintenance vehicles.
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City Trail Sign Posts
E All sign posts used on City Trails are to be black steel channel posts.
0 2.5 lb./ft. black steel channel posts
0 7/16" punched on 3" centers
Standard length 9' (longer or extended as needed to maintain 4'6" standard
height)
Park Multi -use Paved Trail Sign Posts
All sign post on in -park multi -use paved trails are to architectural brown wood
posts.
0 4"x4" .40 Green Treated, S4S, standard and better, with eased edges
N Standard Length 9' (longer as needed to maintain 4' 6" standard height)
Uniform Design
The sign sizes for shared -use trails shall be those indicated in the IVILITCS
and shall be used only for signs installed specifically for trail applications.
The sign sizes for shared -use trails shall not be used for signs that are placed
in a location that would have any application to other vehicles.
E Larger sized signs may be used on shared -use trails when appropriate.
Except for size, the design of signs for trail facilities should be identical to that
specified for motor vehicle travel.
Stop and Yield Signs
STOP signs shall be installed on shared -
use trails at points where users are V
required to stop.
YIELD signs shall be installed on shared -use trails at points where trails users
have an adequate view of conflicting traffic as they approach the signs, and
where bicyclists are required to yield the right-of-way to that conflicting traffic.
Where conditions require trail users, but not drivers, to stop or yield, the
STOP sign or YIELD sign should be placed or shielded so that it is not readily
visible to drivers.
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No Motor Vehicles
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The NO MOTOR VEHICLES sign should be placed at any MOTOR
point where roadways cross trails and entrances to trails. VEHICLES
Stop Ahead / Yield Ahead
STOP AHEAD and YIELD AHEAD signs 4
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appropriate.
Supplemental Plaques / Landmark Signs (City-wide Trails Only)
Supplemental plaques should be attached below STOP sign to indicate street
name.
M Landmark signs should be attached below other signs where possible to
reduce sign clutter by minimizing the number of sign locations and posts
needed.
Directional Arrows (City-wide Trails Only)
Many local municipal trails and sidewalks intersect with City Trails.
Directional Arrows are to be used as needed to identify City Trail alignment.
To reduce the overall numbers of posts needed, directional arrow signs
should be mounted on existing poets where applicable.
Intersection Warning
Intersection Warning signs can be used on a roadway, street,
or shared -use trail in advance of an intersection to indicate the
presence of an intersection and the possibility of unexpected
turning or entering traffic.
If used, intersection warning signs should be placed 100 ft. in advance of the
intersection.
Intersection Warning signs should not be used when the shared -use trail
approach to the intersection is controlled by a STOP sign, YIELD sign, or a
traffic control signal. In these situations STOP AHEAD signs should be used.
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Crossing Signs
The Bicycle Crossing Warning and Pedestrian Crossing Warning signs alert
the road user to unexpected entries into the roadway by trail users. While
most of these signs are not the responsibility of the Park District, they should
be monitored regularly.
Guidelines for signing trail crossings of Park District roadways have been
developed to standardize the marking of these intersections on a consistent
basis throughout the Park District.
Turn/Curve Warning Signs
M To warn trail users of unexpected changes in trail direction or appropriate
turns, curve signs should be installed no less than 15 rn (50 ft.) in advance of
the beginning of the change or alignment.
Surface Condition Warning Signs
The Bicycles Surface Condition Warning signs should be installed where trail
conditions could cause bicyclists or trail users to lose control. A
supplemental plaque may be used to clarify the specific type of surface
condition.
Surface conditions that might be of concern to trail users include SLIPPERY
WHEN WET, BUMP, DIP, and other word message supplemental plaques
that describe surface conditions that are of concern may also be used.
Other Warning Signs
Other trail warning signs such as TRAILWAY NARROWS and
HILL may be installed on trails to warn users of conditions not < >
readily apparent.
If used, other advance trail warning signs should be installed no less than 15
m (50 ft.) in advance of the beginning of the condition.
• Other warning signs may be installed on trail facilities as appropriate.
Object Markers
• Obstructions within the trailway shall be marked with the h's POA
appropriate object marker or delineation. N ;4
Type 3 — a striped marker, 300 x 900 mm (112 x 36 in.), consisting of a vertical
rectangle with alternating black and retro -reflective yellow stripes sloping
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downward at an angle of 45 degrees toward the side of the obstruction on
which traffic is to pass. The minimum width of the yellow stripe shall be 75
mm (3 in.)
On Type 3 markers, the alternating black and retro -reflective yellow stripes
shall be sloped down at an angle of 45 degrees toward the side on which
traffic is to pass the obstruction. If traffic can pass to either side of the
obstruction, the alternating black and retro -reflective yellow stripes shall form
chevrons that point upward.
Type 3 object markers with stripes that begin at the upper right side and slope
downward to the lower left side are designated as right object markers.
Object markers with stripes that begin at the upper left side and slope
downward to the lower right side are designated as left object markers.
When used for marking objects in the trailway or objects that are 8 ft. or less
from the shoulder or curb, the mounting height to the bottom of the object
marker should be at least 4 ft. above the surface of the nearest travel lane.
When objects markers or markings are applied to an object that by its nature
requires a lower or higher mounting, the vertical mounting height may vary
according to need.
Objects not actually in the roadway are sometimes so close to the edge of the
trail that they need a marker. These include underpass piers, bridge
abutments, handrails, and culvert headwalls. In other cases there might not
be a physical object involved, but other trailside conditions exist, such as
narrow shoulders, drop-offs, small islands, and abrupt changes in the trailway
alignment that might make it undesirable for a trail user to leave the trailway,
and would therefore create a need for a marker.
MPTW CROSSINGS OF STREETS
The information in this section is meant to help clarify and assure consistency of
signage at multi -use trail crossings of City and park roadways. Roadways have been
divided into three categories and should be used as general guidelines, recognizing a
variety of factors to determine what is reasonable and safe.
Primary Roadways
Primary roadways are those roads generally thought of as main park entrance
roads, or roads leading to main use types of facilities. Examples include
roadways leading into recreation areas, nature centers or golf courses and
generally have moderate -to -high volumes of traffic, at least on a seasonal basis.
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Where multi -use trails cross a primary City roadway, the trail traffic shall be
regulated with the standard STOP posting. Vehicle traffic shall be warned of the
crossing by the posting of the standard TRAIL CROSSING warning. The
roadway should not be posted STOP unless for another traffic control reason or if
an unusual safety issue exists.
Secondary Roadways
The volume of traffic on secondary roadways are classified as low to moderate,
the typically receive daily vehicle use, at least on a seasonal basis. Secondary
roadways may be roadways that branch from primary roadways and lead to
specific facilities within a park such as a boat launch or reservation picnic area.
Secondary roadways may also be secondary park entrances leading to a specific
facility or group of facilities.
Where multi -use trails cross a secondary City roadway, both the trail and the
roadway shall be regulated with the standard STOP postings. Exceptions to
stopping vehicle traffic may be allowed in situations where the roadway has been
made obvious by the installation of access control devices (bike gates). Another
exception to stopping vehicle traffic may be when it is determined that stopping
vehicle traffic is impractical or unsafe due to the configuration of the crossing or
other traffic flow considerations. When it is determined the roadway should not
be a posted STOP, vehicle traffic shall be warned of the crossing by the posting
of the standard TRAIL CROSSING warning.
Limited Use Roadways
Limited use roadways are roads used almost exclusively City staff, or roads that
typically have less than daily use by the general public, such as a road leading
into a group camp or maintenance shop.
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Examples of Signage and Markings for Multi -Use Paths at Street Crossings
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on eilhof facili*,y deponding on condilions
16M(50ft) (see Sectjoii 914.03)
11 2rn(4ft)
1.5 M (5 ft)
m (4 ft)
dM
'Al2 I
(il no stop. yield- or
signal control on palh)
Shared -Use Palh
-6 rn (15 111)
RI 5-1
Op %
15 M (50 ft)
16 rn (60 11)
Wft
Example from Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways, 2003 Edition, Part 9
Traffic Controls for Bicycle Facilities
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SIGNAGE RELATING TO ALL PARKS
PARK RULES SIGNAGE
PARK FACILITIES SIGNAGE
211'
ED MAKO
ELC
Ritter Farm Park
To reserve this facility, call the Lakeville Parks and
Recreation Department at 952-985-4611
20'
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OVERLOOK SIGNAGE
3t,
Title of Overlook
Overlook Graphic
dd Marsh Park
SMALL OVERLOOK AND REST AREA SIGNAGE
OVERLOOK &
REST AREA 12"
2.5 miles
Ritter Farm Pa rk
TRAIL DISTANCE MARKERS — placed every one-half mile
2.5
miles 91
Pitter Farm Nark
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NATIVE PLANT COMMUNITY SIGNAGE
24"
Prairie Restoration Area
Ritter Farm Park
86,11,
IN
All signs are appropriate for the parks of Lakeville and should be used with respect to
the layout of each park.
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COMMUNITY PARKS/COMMUNITY PLAYFIELDS SIGNAGE
ENTRY SIGNS — To be placed at the entry drives of all community parks and
community playfields
PEDESTRIAN TRAIL ENTRY SIGNAGE
KLakeville Park Signage Manual 2006 Page 26
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PARK LOCATION MAP SIGNAGE
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NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS AND MINI -PARKS SIGNAGE
ENTRY SIGNAGE
PEDESTRIAN TRAIL ENTRY SIGNAGE
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a
SPECIAL USE AREAS AND CONSERVATION AREAS SIGNAGE
ENTRY SIGNAGE
PEDESTRIAN TRAIL ENTRY SIGNAGE
1W -71
FA -RK -111.1
I MMM
DODD MARSH
PARK
101 F) 1—dol, F)"',
7-
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one: 763-441-4414 Fax: 763-441-8823
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Activity Report:
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