During a recent government meeting, council members discussed community concerns regarding traffic safety and the potential implementation of speed control measures. A council member raised questions about the feasibility of introducing speed bumps or tables in response to increasing traffic speeds in residential areas, particularly on 100 West and 100 East.

City staff clarified that while the current traffic calming policy allows for various measures, it explicitly prohibits vertical deflections, such as speed bumps, due to concerns from emergency services about their impact on response times and vehicle safety. The policy emphasizes horizontal traffic control methods, such as signage and road design modifications, to encourage slower driving speeds.

Despite the existing policy, some council members expressed a desire to revisit the issue of vertical speed controls, citing community feedback about insufficient police presence to monitor speeding. They suggested that further discussions with emergency services could provide insights into potential adjustments to the policy.

Additionally, the council addressed a proposal from the planning commission regarding the installation of more streetlights throughout the city. While there was general support for adding lights at intersections, concerns were raised about the implications for dark sky compliance and the necessity of lights between intersections. Council members agreed to gather more information on the costs and visual impact of proposed changes before making a final decision.

The meeting concluded with a discussion on the Envision Central Heber vision, which aims to prioritize community projects and enhance connectivity, including potential trolley connections to local attractions. The council plans to continue exploring these initiatives in future meetings.