Residents ask Alto to pursue 'No Engine Braking' signs for HWY 49 and County Rd AS

Jan 12, 2026

Residents told the Alto Town Board that excessive engine braking on HWY 49 and County Rd AS, particularly late at night, is disturbing sleep. The board said it will investigate the process for obtaining 'No Engine Breaking' signage on both roads.

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Residents raised concerns at the Jan. 12 meeting about excessive engine braking by trucks on HWY 49 and County Rd AS. The minutes record that "Residents expressed the noise is becoming a problem especially late at night when it disturbs their sleep," and that they requested the town look into installing "No Engine Breaking" signs on both roads as a deterrent.

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