Public works recommends painted lanes and visual markers rather than permanent speed bumps

Aug 4, 2026

Public works staff recommended visual traffic-calming—painted strips, red triangles and chevrons—to slow drivers on the Mallard Lane curve; staff said these measures are lower-cost and avoid maintenance issues associated with speed bumps and rumble strips.

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Public works staff advised that visual cues and signage can be effective, lower-cost ways to slow drivers approaching the Mallard Lane curve and the Bonney Brook entrance off Route 50.

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