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Residents raise concerns about park speed bumps; council defers to police chief
Summary
Residents told the council speed bumps near the park can damage vehicles and questioned committee communications; minutes show Chief Godwin has final authority on placement, the mayor will consult the park superintendent, and the mayor will contact WV DOH about a turning signal at Buckhannon Pike and Pennsylvania Avenue.
Resident Mike Curran, who said he serves on the traffic advisory committee, told the council that "speed bumps tear up vehicles" and that he had not received an invitation to the committee's last meeting. The minutes record that the council noted an existing speed bump on Burton Avenue and a new one planned for Thomas Street, and that Chief Godwin has final authority on speed-bump placement as a safety matter.
Council members and staff recorded that the town office had not received complaints about the current bumps, but that signage around the park should be increased. Mayor Sam Maxson said he would speak with the park superintendent. Curran also asked whether a turning signal could be added at the Buckhannon Pike and Pennsylvania Avenue intersection; the mayor said he will contact the West Virginia Department of Highways to seek further information.
