Selectboard weighs mobile vs. fixed traffic monitoring unit using law-enforcement funds

Jun 2, 2026

The Selectboard discussed using law-enforcement funds to buy either a fixed or mobile traffic monitoring unit and asked a member to research pricing; the choice will depend on a town survey and which option provides the most useful data.

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The Selectboard discussed options for spending law-enforcement funds on traffic monitoring equipment. Trish Waugh outlined that the decision to purchase a mobile or fixed unit should be informed by the results of a town survey and by what would best help the town target areas that need attention. Chair Tim McGowan emphasized the utility of objective data in focusing enforcement and traffic-calming efforts.

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