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Bridge staff outlines enforcement limits, U-turn increases and signage plan to reduce incidents
Summary
Bridge staff reported a recent increase in U-turns at Columbia Bridge, said Laredo Police will not issue citations for U-turns, and described enforcement and communications options including tiered penalties, account suspension and new signage; staff will provide an analysis with recommendations.
Bridge staff told the committee on Nov. 17 that U-turn incidents have risen at the Columbia crossing and explained enforcement and operational options the city is analyzing.
Staff said law enforcement (Sergeant Victor Vicarelli) advised officers cannot issue citations specifically for U-turns. "His response was no. They cannot give out any…
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