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Council weighs $5k–$10k sign options and data-gathering for 10th/Burrell school crossing
Summary
Councilors discussed traffic safety at the 10th and Burrell traffic circle after parents raised concerns about children crossing to the Boys & Girls Club; staff recommended gathering more enforcement and camera data before spending on solar flashing signs (estimated $5k–$10k per sign) or changing school zones.
Councilors raised parental concerns about children crossing a traffic circle at 10th and Burrell to reach the Boys & Girls Club. A council member said parents report children often cross without activating pedestrian signals and asked whether the city could add flashing lights or other infrastructure.
Public Works staff described options including solar-powered, programmable advanced-warning flashing signs (two signs: material estimates ranged from about $5,000 to $8,000 per sign; double for four-leg intersections and additional install costs), expanded patrol/enforcement during school arrival and dismissal, coordination with the school district and Boys & Girls Club for crossing guards or volunteer flagging, and driver-education efforts. The city attorney and staff recommended collecting more data (camera review and patrol logs, and talking with schools and the Boys & Girls Club) to assess whether signs would resolve the problem before allocating budget dollars.
Council directed staff to gather additional data, consult school and club partners on collaboration and crossing-guard options, and return with recommendations and cost estimates. No funding was authorized at the meeting.
