The City of Omaha is initiating a traffic signal study at ten specific locations to assess whether certain traffic signals can be permanently removed. This study is the final phase of a comprehensive 12-year master plan aimed at modernizing the city's traffic signal system, with a focus on improving safety and operational efficiency. During the evaluation, which will last a minimum of 60 days, the selected signals will be turned off while the city collects traffic data and public feedback. The analysis will determine if the signals are still warranted based on federal standards outlined in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). Since the program's inception in 2017, 36 signals have been successfully removed after evaluations showed they no longer met necessary safety requirements.

By the end of 2024, the project is expected to enhance 541 of the city's nearly 1,000 traffic signals with real-time monitoring capabilities. The removal of unwarranted signals has been shown to reduce crashes, eliminate red light violations, and minimize excessive wait times at intersections. Residents are encouraged to provide feedback on the traffic signal field evaluation program via the city’s website.