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Sunset project update: transformer delays, limited tree removal and public outreach planned for pedestrian beacon

5749807 · July 24, 2025
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Sherwood staff said installation of a pedestrian hybrid beacon (PHB) at the Sunset–Timbrell intersection is proceeding but delayed by transformer and equipment lead times; a phased tree-removal plan and community outreach modeled on Tigard’s campaign are part of the rollout.

City staff told the Traffic Safety Committee that the Sunset–Timbrell pedestrian-safety project — a pedestrian hybrid beacon (often called a HAWK or PHB) — remains on schedule for pavement and markings before school starts but that signal equipment delivery and a transformer tie-in are delaying full activation. Staff said contractors will complete ramps and pavement markings before students return; staff then will await delivery of the pole and HAWK signal equipment. ‘‘The lead times are just like, you quoted for your project is November, and we're getting, like, a December…

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