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Commissioners approve new stop signs on University Drive after public hearing draws no speakers
Summary
After a public hearing with no speakers, Kaufman County commissioners approved installing stop signs on east-westbound University Drive in Precinct 2 to address safety and traffic concerns, with discussion noting school buses and heavy traffic.
Kaufman County Commissioners Court conducted a public hearing and approved the installation of stop signs on east-westbound University Drive in Precinct 2.
County staff opened a public hearing to receive input on the proposed stop signs. No residents or stakeholders signed up to speak during the hearing; the court closed the hearing and returned to regular session. During discussion, a commissioner described the traffic as severe enough that "the school buses can't even get across the road anymore," saying the item would effectively create a three-way stop at the intersection and calling it a safety issue. The commissioner also said a street light was desired but that legal or procedural obstacles had made that difficult.
After discussion the court voted to install the stop signs. The motion passed by voice vote; the transcript records "All in favor, say aye. Aye. Motion carries." The record does not show a recorded roll-call tally in the excerpt.
Why it matters: The change is intended to improve safety for motorists and school buses on a heavily trafficked stretch of county road in Precinct 2. The court—s action follows an administrative process including a public hearing, although no public testimony was given at the hearing.
Procedure and next steps: County staff will implement the installed signs at the approved locations; the transcript does not record the exact installation date, contractor or cost.
