Committee hears speed-table update, e-bike research and tribute for Rittman victims

Wadsworth City Council Public Safety Committee · July 8, 2026

Summary

Officials shared a traffic-calming update on speed tables and referenced Dublin's e-bike research as a model; the Committee also offered condolences and funeral details after the July 5 Rittman incident affecting local first responders.

Dir. Dan Chafin briefed the Committee on traffic-calming options and the city's engagement with NOACA to install speed tables on West Street, listing two main styles: removable rubberized modules and permanent asphalt/concrete tables. He explained the difference between speed humps/bumps and speed tables and noted plow compatibility and maintenance considerations.

Chafin also referenced the City of Dublin's micro-mobility approach as a research model for potential e-bike rules and said staff would review options. Separately, Chafin and the Committee offered condolences for the Rittman July 5 incident; he provided calling-hour and funeral details (Northside Christian Church: calling hours tomorrow 2–8 p.m.; funeral Friday at 1:00 p.m.) and asked the community to support affected families and first responders.

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