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Traverse County approves all-way (4-way) stop at Browns Valley intersection
Summary
The Board unanimously approved a resolution to install stop signs at 2nd Ave and 2nd St in Browns Valley (MCSAH 105), citing pedestrian activity near a school and church and MUTCD guidance.
The Traverse County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution to install an all-way (4-way) stop at the intersection of 2nd Avenue and 2nd Street in Browns Valley (MCSAH 105) during its March 18, 2025 meeting. The resolution notes the intersection is "near the School and Church having high levels of pedestrian crossing movements." The motion was made by Commissioner Chad Metz and seconded by Commissioner Kayla Schmidt.
County Highway Supervisor Brian Koch told the Board the proposal was supported by guidance in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). The resolution states in part: "Traverse County will install the needed Stop Signs to make this intersection an All-Way Stop (4-Way) Controlled intersection." The action followed the Highway Department's recommendation and was approved without opposition.
