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Hampden council to review speed-limit signage and select locations for flashing warning signs
Summary
Residents urged more speed-limit signs and solar blinking-warning signs on Route 1A approaches; staff said posted speed zones on state roads require commission-record items and that the town will review candidate locations and request DOT signage where appropriate.
Residents and councilors raised recurring concerns about vehicles exceeding posted speeds through town and suggested adding signs and solar-powered blinking speed-warning devices at town entrances.
"Can we get Victor, can we get 1 of those blinking sign?" asked Councilor (S10), urging a flashing sign to call attention to the 25-mph limit at the town entrance. Staff explained that posted speed zones on state roads involve commission record items and that the town can request DOT signage; staff also said it is possible to deploy solar-powered flashing signs at key approaches and will review candidate locations.
Council asked staff to audit current posted speed locations along Route 1A, confirm any missing signs, and evaluate the cost and placement of a flashing warning sign on the northbound approach into town. Staff committed to reviewing commission record items and bringing recommended locations back to the council.
