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Huntington Woods approves up to $50,000 for reflective, ADA-compliant street signs
Summary
The commission authorized the city manager to spend up to $50,000 to replace city street signs with reflective, ADA-compliant signs from Hunt Sign Company; commissioners said the investment improves nighttime visibility and safety, and old signs will be auctioned by a local club.
The Huntington Woods City Commission approved a purchase authorization Sept. 17 to replace street signs across the city, increasing the expenditure cap to $50,000 to cover necessary hardware.
A commissioner who supported the purchase said, "I'm thrilled that we will finally have street signs that abide by the national the national federal highway Transportation Authority that are going to be visible in at nighttime and reflective," noting benefits for seniors and residents with visual impairments. Another commissioner emphasized ADA compliance and public safety as key reasons to approve the expenditure.
A resident during public comment called the $50,000 spend "irresponsible use of city resources" and said the money might be better used for park repairs, but the majority of commissioners argued the upgrade is a legitimate safety and navigation improvement.
The commission voted in favor by voice; the record notes the old signs will be donated to the Huntington Woods Men's Club for auction next year.
