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Rockwell council approves purchase of flashing stop‑sign modules and a speed sign
Summary
The council voted to buy two flashing stop‑sign modules, one solar/ battery‑backed speed‑limit sign and accessories; staff estimated the combined purchase and shipping at roughly $10,000 and said delivery could take about 30–45 days.
The Rockwell council voted to purchase two flashing stop‑sign modules and a single solar‑backed speed‑limit sign with related accessories after discussing placement, technical limits and cost estimates.
At the meeting, council members weighed options for modules that mount on existing stop‑sign poles and a speed sign that displays driver speeds. Staff described operational limits: the speed display can be configured not to read or flash above a set threshold, and some prototype light modules failed to power up after extended shelf storage. Delivery lead times in vendor quotes ranged from about 30 to 45 days.
Committee member Brian made the motion to buy the items using the provided quotes; the motion was seconded and carried unanimously. According to staff estimates discussed at the meeting, the total cost including two flash modules, one speed sign, poles/accessories and shipping was “right around $10,000,” although individual line items on competing quotes varied.
Council members prioritized locations with higher vehicle speeds and pedestrian activity, naming the B60 approaches into town, Elm Street, and the area near the school and park as likely first installs. Members also asked staff to consider piloting a single flashing speed display on B60 to evaluate effectiveness before broader rollout and to use existing galvanized poles where compatible to reduce cost.
The council directed staff to proceed with the purchase and to schedule installation in spring when ground conditions permit. No additional conditions or amendments to the motion were recorded.
What happens next: staff will place the order and coordinate delivery and installation; council members said winter ground conditions could delay installation until spring.
