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Commissioners consider options after complaints about loud compression brakes on Appisson Pike
Summary
Commissioner raised complaints about trucks using compression brakes without mufflers on Appisson Pike near bus stops. Staff said city code already prohibits faulty mufflers and suggested options include posting signage, pursuing an ordinance or coordinating with state enforcement.
A commissioner asked staff to address frequent use of compression (engine) brakes by heavy trucks on Appisson Pike, which residents and commissioners said is jarring near several bus stops and pedestrian routes.
Commissioner concerns: The commissioner described repeated incidents in which trucks use compression brakes without mufflers,…
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