During a recent government meeting, city officials discussed several traffic-related ordinances aimed at improving safety and traffic flow in the community. The meeting highlighted the need for enhanced traffic management, particularly in areas with a history of accidents.

One of the key proposals was the conversion of 12th Street between Monmouth and Cole Street into a one-way street, intended to complement the ongoing Cole Street Improvements Project. Additionally, the council proposed making the intersection of Clinton Avenue and Sacca Street an \"always stop\" intersection due to a rise in accidents at that location over the past year.

Further measures included converting four downtown intersections—Bay and Grove, Erie and Second, Grove and First, and Warren and Stubin—into always stop controlled intersections. These changes are part of a broader effort to enhance pedestrian and vehicular safety.

Another significant discussion point was the implementation of limited-duration parking on Mallory Street, which would allow 15-minute parking between 9 AM and 5 PM, seven days a week. However, concerns were raised about the enforcement of these new parking regulations, given the current staffing shortages within the parking enforcement department.

Council members also inquired about the possibility of installing stop signs on Bergen Avenue. Traffic engineer Jennifer provided insights, noting that while Bergen is classified as a minor arterial street, warrant analyses could be conducted to assess the need for traffic signals at specific intersections, particularly at Bergen and Oak, where accidents have been reported.

The meeting underscored the importance of collaboration between traffic management and public safety departments, with assurances that enforcement would be periodically conducted to ensure compliance with new traffic regulations.

In addition to traffic discussions, the council addressed a franchise ordinance allowing the installation of a ramp at the Lafayette Branch Library, further emphasizing the city's commitment to accessibility and infrastructure improvements.