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After crashes at hill, Saint Charles council leans toward improved signage, not immediate guardrail
Village of Saint Charles Village Council · September 11, 2025
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Summary
Council reviewed crash data and MDOT advice and heard legal counsel advise that guardrails carry maintenance and tort liabilities; members favored passive protections, signage and grading adjustments over installing guardrail now.
Council members revisited a crash‑prone hill where staff reported three accidents since 2013 and briefed the council on an MDOT crash study and price guidance. Staff and consultants said guardrail is expensive, must meet DOT/MASH crash‑testing standards, and carries ongoing maintenance requirements.
Adam Florrie, an attorney from Smith…
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