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Council defers 'safe speed' signage after resident objections to proposed graphics and language
Summary
Spokane City Council on Oct. 6 deferred a resolution to approve neighborhood 'safe speed' signs after residents and several council members criticized a proposed humorous/pun-based graphic and wording. Council voted to defer the item to Oct. 27 to allow more community input and alternative designs.
The Spokane City Council voted to defer consideration of a resolution to purchase and deploy 'safe speed' neighborhood signs after residents and several council members raised concerns about the proposed graphics and wording.
Public commenters and council members said the current sign design—which uses a visual pun intended to attract attention—could be perceived as inappropriate…
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