Mount Penn authorizes PennDOT speed study before installing speed cushions
Apr 29, 2026
Council approved conducting the PennDOT-required traffic speed study before installing speed cushions at Endlich and Filbert avenues; the engineer estimated a cost 'not to exceed $13,200' and council directed staff to seek design input from the Berks County Medical Society after health concerns were raised.
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Council reviewed a recommendation from the borough engineer to install speed cushions at the approach to Endlich Avenue and Filbert Avenue. The engineer said the devices would be eligible for liquid fuels funding and recommended proceeding under the threshold bidding process with a cost "not to exceed $13,200." Council was told an ordinance must be adopted before installation and that PennDOT requires a traffic speed study prior to approving the devices.
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