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Commissioners agree to pursue DOT talks after school requests for speed reduction on Pickard Road
Summary
A commissioner relayed a school's request for flashing speed-limit devices or temporary lowered limits during drop-off and pick-up on Pickard Road; staff agreed to contact DOT to explore options and costs.
A commissioner reported that administrators of a local school (formerly Westwood School) requested county help in pursuing speed-reduction measures on Pickard Road during school pick-up and drop-off hours. The items discussed included flashing caution signs and possibly temporary lowered speed limits coordinated with the Georgia Department of Transportation.
The commissioner said the school asked for county support in conversations with DOT and noted concerns about traffic turning onto Highway 74. County staff agreed to follow up with the school and to reach out to DOT to determine feasible options and associated costs.
