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Board hires engineer for traffic‑signal repairs after collisions; $12,000 fee limit approved
Summary
Salem Township contracted Gibson‑Thomas Engineering for up to $12,000 to prepare bidding and construction documents to repair traffic signals damaged in recent accidents. A volunteer firefighter suggested adding an advanced warning 'red‑light ahead' indicator.
The board unanimously approved a proposal from Gibson‑Thomas Engineering to provide bidding and construction services for repairs to traffic signals at State Route 22 & Hollywood Boulevard and at State Route 22 & State Route 819, with a fee cap of $12,000. Supervisor Kerry Jobe explained accidents had damaged the signals and the township needs engineering involvement to finalize repairs.
Forbes Road volunteer firefighter Adam Bayura suggested adding an advanced warning that displays 'red‑light ahead' in the lead‑up to the signal change to give drivers more warning. The board directed the engineer to proceed with the scope as proposed; the motion specified the $12,000 fee would not be exceeded without prior written authorization from the township.
