STOP the Stop signs

I have been witnessing an amazing increase in stop signs in my neighborhoodsand also in other parts of South Florida. Additional signs are being added to many intersections that have minimal traffic and apparently no history of accidents. These added stop signs contribute to the fuel consumption by preventing a smooth, already slow speed in many neighborhoods. By adding them additional energy is necessary and increase in fossil fuel burning the result.
Why do these signs continue to appear and who is making the decisions to put them up?

This is not the preferred way to regulate traffic and the impact on the environment is substantial by increased exhausts. Not to mention the aggravation of having to make additional stops as a driver with no one anywhere around and the increased wear and tear on the car, specifically the brakes.

I say STOP the STOP signs (that are not needed)!