Leakey City Council Postpones Speed Hump Decision for Alternative Traffic Calming Solutions

Concerns over the installation of speed humps in League City took center stage at the recent city council meeting, with officials prioritizing public safety and emergency response times. Councilman Tressel proposed postponing the speed hump initiative, suggesting that the city explore the implementation of all-way stops as an alternative speed deterrent.

Tressel highlighted that in his neighborhood, residents had requested speed humps, but fire officials expressed concerns about their impact on emergency vehicles. He emphasized the need to assess the effectiveness of all-way stops before committing to speed humps, which could hinder emergency response times.

The discussion drew strong support from other council members, including Councilman Sanders, who shared his experiences as a first responder. He noted that speed humps can significantly delay emergency services, stating, “It takes you about a minute for every speed hump to slow down, to go over it, to pick up speed again.”

Councilman Jell echoed these sentiments, advocating for radar speed limit signs as a potential solution to improve speed awareness without compromising emergency response.

The council ultimately voted in favor of Tressel's motion to postpone the speed hump decision, allowing staff to further investigate the proposed all-way stops. This decision reflects a commitment to balancing community safety with the operational needs of emergency services, ensuring that public safety remains a top priority in League City.