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Board debates flashing sign and speed reductions for village traffic safety
Summary
Selectboard members debated buying a flashing speed sign for West Street or petitioning the state to lower the speed limit in the village; one member urged lowering the limit to 25–30 mph while others questioned enforcement capacity and state jurisdiction on Route 133.
Traffic safety on West Street and the village area drew extended discussion. A selectboard member argued for petitioning the state to lower the posted speed inside the village and said, “My recommendation is that we lower the speed limit to 25 or 30 within the village,” citing enforcement as a way to reduce dangerous vehicle speeds. Others cautioned that enforcement resources are limited and that state approval is required for changes on Vermont Route 133.
The board also weighed the cost and technology options for flashing or responsive signage, from lower‑cost consumer units to engineered solar signs. Members asked staff to research options, permissions required for state highway locations, and whether grant or state programs for village center safety improvements could help offset costs. No formal vote was taken; staff will gather pricing and state-permit steps for a future decision.
