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Residents press council on Cordero safety and signage; manager cites funding options and design hurdles
Summary
A Little Valley Gateway resident described a recent Oct. 23 crash that left the neighborhood gridlocked; City Manager David Ricky outlined ongoing data collection for Cordero, identified 146 signage locations (DR Horton has paid about 55%), said options include increased light intensity or additional fixtures, and noted some road solutions require private land or UDOT approval.
During public comment, Melinda Burrell told the council an Oct. 23 accident on Cordero Drive at 8400 created a neighborhood gridlock, left residents unable to get to work or school, and raised concern about visibility at Cloud Peak and Cordero. She said she has raised the safety problem with the council and staff for three years and urged the city to improve access and signage.
City Manager David Ricky responded in the manager updates section. Ricky said the city completed data collection on Cordero and staff (Ian, Tamara and Liesel) are analyzing results; one engineering warrant for a full traffic signal at the intersection would be met for a one‑hour period, which complicates a straightforward decision. He described short‑term alternatives (flashing lights or partial signal treatments) and told council staff will evaluate options and costs before winter weather limits construction.
Ricky said staff identified 146 locations in Little Valley Gateway needing signage; he told council that DR Horton has paid about 55% of the cost to date and staff are verifying how to fund the remaining roughly 45 percent (possible ARPA/CARES funds were discussed as options). He also noted building an additional west exit would mostly cross private land (Rio Tinto or others) and that any crossing near the railroad could trigger a five‑year study; he said he will consult with Rio Tinto and continue design work with property owners.
On lighting, council members discussed fixture spacing and focal angle. Ricky said he will review engineering drawings, confirm fixture spacing and try raising intensity (from setting 5 to 7) to test impacts, then report back with options including adding fixtures if spacing is insufficient.
Ricky said staff will share a light plan and signage funding details with the council and public at an upcoming meeting.
