Centerville council makes short segment of Homewood Avenue one-way after public input

The Centerville Town Council voted March 6 to make the south end of Homewood Avenue one-way between Windsor and Belvedere following public and staff discussion about narrow roadway geometry and large vehicles mounting yards while turning.

Why it was proposed: Public works staff reported multiple delivery and garbage trucks were turning on or off narrow portions of Homewood and occasionally encroaching on private property. Staff said the change would direct traffic in a single direction (toward Belvedere) and reduce the need for large vehicles to make tight turns that have caused curb and yard damage.

Public comment and council discussion: One resident testified that making the street one-way would complicate access to his house; council members and staff clarified that the town’s regular maintenance and trash collection services would continue. Councilors discussed enforcement limits and whether additional bollards or signage at the south end would be needed to protect lawns. Public works noted the town can require its waste hauler to follow the new traffic pattern as part of the contract.

Council action: Following a motion and second, the council approved the one-way change on a voice vote with no recorded opposition; one council member said they would abstain and was later advised abstentions should be reserved for conflicts of interest. Staff will place appropriate signage and work with the solid-waste contractor to route collection accordingly.

Ending: Council asked public works to monitor the first weeks after installation for unintended routing problems and report back if operational changes are necessary.