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COUNTY OF ERIE WILLIAM E. GEARY, JR. COMMISSIONER DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS June 10, 2026 Town of Boston 8500 Boston State Road Boston, NY 14025-9648 Attn: Jason Keding, Supervisor RE: Zimmerman Rd (CR 437) and Rice Rd (CR 233) All-Way Stop Traffic Study Request Dear Supervisor Keding: The Erie County Department of Public Works has completed a traffic engineering investigation related to your request for an all-way stop study at the intersection of Zimmerman Rd (CR 437) and Rice Rd (CR 233) in the Town of Boston. Section 2B.12 of the National Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) gives criteria for an all-way STOP sign installation. All-way stop control can be useful as a safety measure at intersections if certain traffic conditions exist. Studies have found that unnecessary stops, when the intersection is clear of conflicting movements, can lead to general disrespect for STOP signs. The traffic engineering investigation was completed to compare this intersection to the all-way stop warrants outlined in the MUTCD, including a review of the crash history at the intersection, available sight distance, and a turning movement traffic count that was conducted on October 30, 2025. To determine available sight lines under typical conditions, the line-of-sight review was completed on May 19, 2026, once the vegetation had begun to bloom in the Spring. The warrants for an all-way stop have not been met based on these warrants, and an all-way stop is not recommended at this time. The County has reviewed the existing signage for opportunities to further increase driver awareness of the stop control at this intersection. The existing STOP signs are 36” signs with RATH BUILDING • 95 FRANKLIN STREET • ROOM 1400 • BUFFALO, NEY YORK • 14202 • (716) 858-8300 • www.erie.gov/dpw