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Two Harbors council approves RRFB signals and new crosswalk markings on Highway 61
Summary
The City Council adopted two resolutions to add Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs) and new crosswalk markings along the Highway 61 improvement area to improve pedestrian safety, following a Public Works Committee recommendation.
The Two Harbors City Council on July 14 approved two measures to improve pedestrian safety along the Highway 61 improvement corridor, adopting the Public Works Committee’s recommendations to install Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs) and add crosswalk markings.
Councilor Redden moved and the council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 7-318-25 to place RRFB pedestrian signals along the project area. The body then adopted RESOLUTION NO. 7-319-25 accepting the committee’s recommendations for crosswalk markings. Both measures passed by unanimous yea votes of members present.
The items were presented to the council as recommendations from the Public Works Committee, which reviewed pedestrian crossing options tied to the Highway 61 project. The council did not record extended debate in the minutes; the resolutions were adopted as read.
The actions respond to ongoing coordination with MnDOT noted earlier in the meeting, including prior staff discussions about pedestrian crossings and placement of utility casing under the highway. The council’s adoption authorizes staff to proceed with implementing the signals and markings as described in the committee recommendation.
The council did not attach specific installation dates or contractor awards in the minutes; further scheduling and procurement details were not specified.
