MoveRolla - Transportation Strategy

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Study Purpose

The MoveRolla Transportation Strategy (MoveRolla) provides a framework for the implementation of a multimodal transportation network for Rolla’s central core and the Westside Marketplace. The purpose of the strategy is to improve mobility and safety for all modes, connect major activity centers, maximize economic development opportunities, and provide aesthetic improvements to enhance Rolla’s unique identity and sense of place.

Vision

Develop a transportation system that meets the needs of all people and modes and promotes a safe, healthy community and economic opportunities for the next 20 years.

Goals

•Develop a safe and convenient transportation environment.

•Promote alternative mobility choices.

•Develop a multimodal transportation system that promotes economic opportunities.

•Create a sense of place.

Analysis

MoveRolla was developed through a technical analysis of exiting and future conditions, review of study area plans including the Missouri S&T Campus Master Plan, the Westside Marketplace Development Plan, Rolla West Master Plan, and the Phelps County Regional Medical Center Master Plan. Input was also gathered from the project core team, stakeholders and the public.

Mobility

•The heaviest vehicle demand along Bishop Avenue occurs at the 10th Street, Kingshighway, and Highway 72 intersections.

•The heaviest pedestrian demand along Bishop Avenue is at 10th Street.

•12 percent of through traffic on Bishop Avenue is truck traffic.

Safety

•Bishop Avenue represents 66 percent of total arterial crashes in the study area.

•The crash rate on Bishop Avenue is 2.7 times the statewide average.

•Bishop Avenue represents 50 percent of the total pedestrian crashes in the study area.

Growth

•Missouri S&T is experiencing significant growth in enrollment.

•The Phelps County Regional Medical Center is undergoing a significant expansion including the construction of the new Delbert Day Cancer Institute.

•The Westside Marketplace will bring regional retail to Rolla West.

Rolla is looking for a new Fire Chief

Rolla Fire Chief Robert Williams recently retired after serving us for 15 years.

We are now in the process of hiring a new Fire Chief.

Details and job requirements below:

Fire Chief Job Search Notice

Fire Chief Brochure

Please contact Rolla City Administration if you have any questions via email or call 573-426-6948 

Micropaving Schedule & Map

2015 micropaving map and streets list

Map

Street List

Pine Street Closed July 26

Street Closures July 27

Rolla Citizen Survey Results

The 2015 Directionfinder citizen survey results are in.

Full report can be found here: http://www.rollacity.org/admin/citizen-survey.pdf

Election Information - April 7, 2015

NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION

            Public notice is hereby given that a Special Election will be held in the City of Rolla, Missouri, on Tuesday, April 7, 2015, for the purpose of considering the following:

            SALES TAX “PROPOSITION P” FOR LOCAL PARKS

Shall the municipality of Rolla, Missouri impose a sales tax of one-quarter of one percent, for eight years, then reduced to three-sixteenths of one percent beginning October 1, 2023 for the purpose of providing funding for local parks? 

The City will use this sales tax solely for local parks, in order to maintain, improve and manage parks, trails, playgrounds, parking lots, bathrooms, pool, cemetery and natural lands for recreational purposes.  These funds are prohibited for support of The Centre. 

            All persons residing in the city of Rolla, Missouri and who are legal voters therein are entitled to vote at said election.

            Given under my hand and Seal of said City this 21^st day of January 2015.

Proposition P Ordinance
Proposition P Information 

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OFFICIAL BALLOT

CITY OF ROLLA, MISSOURI

GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION

TUESDAY, APRIL 7, 2015

INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTERS: To vote, complete the arrow(s) pointing to your choice(s) like this ≈---≡.  Use marking device provided.

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FOR CITY ATTORNEY – ONE-YEAR UNEXPIRED TERM (Vote for One)

_____  Paul J. McMahon                                                        ≈    ≡   

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_____  Bradley Neckermann                                                  ≈    ≡   

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_____  WARD 1 – Jonathan C. Hines                                   ≈    ≡     

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_____   WARD 1 – Ryan Yoakum                                        ≈    ≡     

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TUESDAY, APRIL 7, 2015

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FOR COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVE – TWO-YEAR TERM (Vote for One)

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FOR COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVE – TWO-YEAR TERM (Vote for One)

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Softball Season 2015

2015 Adult Softball Leagues

Ages: 16 & Older
Dates: Tuesdays starting April 28 (Men’s League)
Thursdays starting April 30 (Coed League)
Time: 6:00–10:00 PM
Fee: $395 (this is for a 14-game schedule)
Deadline: Monday, April 13
Late registrations may be taken through April 17 and a $25 late fee will be charged

More information

Rolla Police Department Police Chief Search

The City of Rolla, MO (pop 19,651) is looking for an individual with a high level of professional ethics, integrity, proven leadership skills and outstanding communication skills to serve as its new Police Chief. The Chief will be responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating the activities of a 35-member police department as well as overseeing the Animal Control Division and the Communication Division (County-wide dispatching services.)

Qualified applicants should possess at least five years of progressive supervisory experience with extensive knowledge of police principles and budgeting. A Bachelor’s Degree or FBI National Academy experience is strongly preferred. Salary range of $57,000 – 75,000 plus excellent benefits. The City of Rolla is an Equal Opportunity Employer and reserves the right to reject any and all applications. All submissions will be held in confidence.

Full description and more information can be found here.

For further questions regarding this position, please contact John D. Butz, Rolla City Administrator, (573) 426-6948. Position open until filled. A cover letter and resume with references must be submitted to:

Rolla City Hall

Attn: Job Opening Police Chief

901 N. Elm St.

PO Box 979

Rolla, MO 65401

Email: admin@rollacity.org

Position profile available at www.rollacity.org