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Primary Responsibility
The Signal Operations
Unit is responsible for the operation and timing
of the traffic signals on the Trunk Highway System
within the Metro District. The Signal Operations unit
currently operates 635 signals, most of which are
owned by the State. Also included in the unit is
arterial modeling, and signal construction
inspection.
Operations staff is responsible for the timing and operation
for all the traffic signals. This involves
developing timing and coordination plans, responding
to customer complaints and inquires, monitoring
system performance, and detecting operational
and maintenance problems.
Operations staff develops
and analyzes existing and projected traffic
patterns on arterial roadways to determine their
impact to the traveling public.
Operations staff
provides support to Construction by staking,
providing quality control and inspection,
coordinating signal turn-ons, and coordinating
activities between signal operations, ESS, and
the contractor.
Operations unit assists others
in signal related training and in developing
new techniques and procedures in signal operation and construction.
Key Contacts
- Operations Manager - Tim Bangsund (651) 234-7835
- Operations Supervisor - Curt Krohn (651) 234-7827
- Operations Supervisor - Buzz Kimble (651) 234-7826
- Optimization Engineer - Kevin Schwartz (651) 234-7840