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County staff propose pedestrian-activated beacons on Crest Street near fairgrounds as alternative to road closure
Summary
Public-works staff told the Klamath County Board of Commissioners July 22 they plan to install mid-block crosswalks with rapid flashing beacons on Crest Street near the fairgrounds as a safety alternative to closing the street during events.
County public-works staff briefed the Board of Commissioners July 22 on a proposal to install mid-block crosswalks with rapid rectangular flashing beacons (RRFBs) on Crest Street adjacent to the fairgrounds, saying the measure is a lower-cost, lower-impact alternative to closing the street during fair events.
Staff said closing a public road for events has negative impacts on residents, deliveries and emergency services, and that RRFB-equipped crosswalks are the county—s preferred solution where a full stop-controlled intersection is not appropriate. The presenter said the county previously ordered 10 RRFB units five to six years ago and currently has about three or four units left in inventory. The county plans to paint crosswalks, install signs and use an RRFB at a mid-block crossing to improve driver awareness at pedestrian crossings near the fairgrounds.
The presenter noted a discretionary immunity provision in Oregon law and said staff brought the item to the board as part of the public process so the board would be aware before staff proceeded with installation and deployment. Staff described the solution as easily deployed by county crews and as a lower-impact option than closing Crest Street Wednesday through Sunday for fair operations.
No formal vote or binding action was recorded on this item in the transcript; staff said they would keep the board informed about next steps.
