Engineering Department - Traffic Operations

Special Notice! - 2/26/2010 - East Avenue will be closed to northbound and southbound traffic from March 2 to 29 from Drew to Park streets, due to construction by CSX to replace their railroad ties along East Avenue. The road and all intersections along the road will be closed. Read the details and view a detour map.

Program Description

This division is responsible for the planning, geometric design and traffic operations of roads, streets and highways, their networks, terminals, abutting lands, relationships with other modes of transportation and the City's traffic calming program. It reviews plans of developments and impact on adjacent street systems, initiates street lighting, administers transportation impact fees, conducts traffic studies, analyzes accident problems, reviews public concerns and complaints, and coordinates and maintains the Computerized Traffic Control System. This division also fabricates, installs and maintains all traffic signal installations, pavement markings and traffic signs under the jurisdiction of the City of Clearwater, including flashing beacons, school signals and the marking of all City parking lots.

Traffic Operations Manager
Paul Bertels
(727)562-4794

Oversees the fabrication and installation of all traffic control devices in the City of Clearwater. Includes but is not limited to signs, pavement marking and traffic signals. Includes the operation and maintenance of the computerized traffic signal system.

Mission Statement

Provide for the safest and most efficient movement of people and goods within and through the City of Clearwater.