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Residents press council on speed bumps and a missing turn signal near the park
Summary
Residents raised safety concerns about speed bumps by the park and asked why committee members were not notified; one resident said "speed bumps tear up vehicles." The mayor and council noted Chief Godwin has final authority on safety placement; the mayor will contact the West Virginia Department of Highways about a requested turn signal at Buckhannon Pike and Pennsylvania Avenue.
Traffic and pedestrian safety around the town park were the subject of extended public comment. Resident Mike Curran, who said he serves on the traffic advisory committee but was not invited to the most recent meeting, argued that "speed bumps tear up vehicles" and questioned the placement process. Council members responded that an existing speed bump is on Burton Avenue and that another is planned for Thomas Street; Chief Godwin was identified as having final authority on safety decisions.
Curran also asked about adding a turning light where a turn lane meets Buckhannon Pike and Pennsylvania Avenue. Mayor Sam Maxson said he will contact the West Virginia Department of Highways (WV DOH) to explore options. The council agreed to consider additional signage around the park and to bring more location suggestions to the traffic advisory committee.
