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Committee weighs $10,000–$20,000 radar speed feedback signs for Allegheny Street
Summary
Committee members reviewed three vendor quotes for solar-powered radar speed feedback signs for Allegheny Street (between Canaan and Miller). Staff said units record speed data, installation costs were not included, and the group asked staff to collect installation quotes and specifications before deciding.
Committee members reviewed options for electronic radar speed feedback signs proposed for a longer stretch of Allegheny Street between Canaan and Miller.
Staff member (S2) presented three vendor quotes and said, "Range, not just rounding the range is approximately 10 to $20,000," adding that the group felt "a good number is anywhere between 10 and 15." S2 said the quoted units are solar-powered and "will also record speed data," and emphasized that the prices did not include installation. Committee members asked who would install and maintain the devices; S2 said public works would likely handle installation and maintenance.
Members discussed enforcement limits and the signs' purpose as educational and data-collection tools rather than automated enforcement devices. Committee member (S1) asked whether the town could download data; S2 said speed data should be available to public works for review. The committee agreed to request vendor specifications and installation cost estimates from the three quoted suppliers and to return the topic to the next meeting for a funding/installation decision.
The chair (S4) noted examples in nearby localities and asked staff to verify vendor performance and installation options. No formal motion or vote occurred in this meeting; staff were directed to compile specifications and installation estimates for the committee to review.
