Resident urges caution on colored streetscape, cites MUTCD and liability concerns

Feb 19, 2026

A resident asked the council to review a proposed colored streetscape near Bridal Street, saying the current design may conflict with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices and present liability issues; staff responded the approach is acceptable if markings are kept out of the roadway and pledged to confirm with KYTC.

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Ricky Riffid, a resident and public commenter, told the council he supports the concept of a streetscape project but believes the proposed colored pavement and designs near Bridal Street do not comply with federal highway safety specifications (the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, or MUTCD) and could create liability concerns.

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