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Neighbors ask for wildlife‑warning signs on North 9th; committee weighs police speed signs and funding process
Summary
Residents asked the Philomath committee to install wildlife‑warning signs on North 9th Street after deer and turkey sightings; neighbors offered $300 toward signs and staff said the police committee is considering temporary speed signage as a complementary measure. The committee advised checking finance and insurance processes and suggested Councilor Crocker bring a formal request to council.
The committee considered a neighborhood request to install wildlife‑warning signage on North 9th Street after multiple deer and turkey sightings. A resident said neighbors had collected $300 toward signs and asked the committee whether the city or public works can install them or if the item should go to council for formal approval.
Unidentified Speaker 4 described the proposed sign language as informational (for example, 'Watch for deer') and noted that sign standards apply. Committee members raised concerns about enforcement and whether speed reduction measures would be more effective than static warning signs. Unidentified Speaker 9 said the police committee is working on temporary speed signage for that corridor, which could complement or supersede the community signs.
Staff advised verifying how community donations would be handled by finance and whether insurance or materials procurement rules apply before accepting funds. Several members suggested Councilor Crocker could bring the item to a council meeting to enable a formal vote and expedite installation if that is the body the committee determines is required.
No formal vote to install signs was recorded at the meeting; staff said they would work with the resident volunteer who organized the collection to determine costs and the administrative steps needed to accept community funds and order signage.
