Council approves $1.73 million contract for five new traffic signals

City staff recommended and council approved a construction contract to install five new traffic signals at specified intersections, saying the installations are intended to improve pedestrian safety and manage congestion near parks and schools. Stephen Handison, assistant director of public works, told council that the recommended contractor was selected through a competitive process and that staff recommends "executing an agreement with Traffic Control Devices in an amount not to exceed $1,729,801." The estimated construction duration is nine months.