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Council approves speed humps on Willis Street after residents report speeding
Summary
After residents described repeated speeding, damaged trees and mailboxes and concerns about pedestrians, Monticello City Council voted unanimously to proceed with speed hump installations on Willis Street between Gabbert and Main Street.
The Monticello City Council voted on Feb. 26 to install speed humps on Willis Street following statements from multiple residents about persistent speeding and safety hazards.
Mayor Akers introduced the discussion and explained that both ward aldermen must agree to an installation; if either alderman objects the item would return to the full council. Several residents who live on Willis Street (between Gabbert and Main Street) addressed the council, reporting excessive speeding, incidents of trees and light poles struck by vehicles, repeated mailbox replacements, cars racing and significant pedestrian activity on the street.
Claudia Hartness moved to proceed with installing speed humps; Clarissa Pace seconded the motion. The council voted unanimously in favor.
The motion is recorded as a directive to proceed with installation; the minutes do not specify a construction schedule, funding source or an implementation timeline, so staff follow-up will determine those details.
