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Council approves stop signs to address speeding near school bus stops on 8th West
Summary
Citing resident complaints and school bus stops along 8th West, the council voted to install two standard stop signs to slow a stretch of roadway; members discussed using blinking signs but chose a conventional sign due to cost.
Council member Todd Thomas raised multiple resident complaints about a six-block stretch of speeding on 8th West, noting there are school bus stops and areas without sidewalks. "I would suggest a stop sign here and here to make a to break up that 6 block racetrack," Thomas said, urging a low-cost intervention to slow traffic.
Councilors debated whether to pursue blinking, illuminated signs or conventional stop signs; some members preferred the blinking signs near schools but noted higher costs and potential maintenance. The council moved, seconded and voted to install two standard stop signs at the identified locations and directed staff to publicize the change so residents are aware when signs are installed.
