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Lawrenceburg to solicit quotes for 11 permanent speed tables amid concerns about snow, sweepers
Summary
Council authorized staff to solicit quotes for 11 permanent speed tables to replace rubber speed humps. Staff said tables will be lower-profile than some existing humps, city equipment can clear them more easily, and funding would likely come from local roads or MVH funds pending cost review.
The Lawrenceburg City Council on May 5 approved a request to solicit quotes for 11 permanent speed tables, replacing temporary rubber speed humps that staff said damage street-sweeper equipment.
Council member Lenny Bridal moved to authorize solicitation of quotes for 11 speed tables; Council member Brett Bondurant seconded and the motion passed on a voice vote of “Aye.” City staff and the mayor indicated a preference for the solid (non-gapped) tables used near the high school that allow snow plows and street sweepers to “float over” them more cleanly. A city staff speaker noted that temporary rubber humps tear up the street-sweeper head, whereas the permanent tables would reduce that wear.
Public-works staff said locations include Ludlow Hill Park and other previously identified sites, and that the mayor favors making temporary installations permanent to avoid seasonal removal and reinstallation. Staff member Massey and Austin were referenced as coordinating locations and quotes. Council discussed funding; staff suggested local roads-and-streets funds or the Motor Vehicle Highway (MVH) line could cover the expense depending on final price and available balances.
Council members asked about winter operations; staff said snow plows “just float right over” the permanent tables, reducing plow damage compared with some rubber humps. The council authorized staff to gather quotes first and return with cost estimates before committing funds.
The action authorizes the solicitation of bids only; council did not award a contract at the May 5 meeting.
