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Resident asks for jake‑brake signage on U.S. 17, cites PTSD impacts
Summary
Ricardo Huntley asked the commission to verify or install signage restricting engine brakes on U.S. 17 because the noise affects him as a combat veteran with PTSD; staff agreed to verify existing signage.
During public forum, Ricardo Huntley requested signage restricting the use of engine brakes (commonly called jake brakes) by semi‑trucks on U.S. 17, saying the noise affects him as a combat veteran with PTSD. City staff responded that a sign should already be located on the west approach and agreed to verify the signage.
The comment was recorded as a public concern and a staff follow‑up action; the commission did not take formal action or vote on new signage during the July 14 meeting. The exchange underscores a neighborhood quality‑of‑life complaint that staff said they would verify and address administratively if required.
