From The Trussville Tribune staff reports
TRUSSVILLE — Safety concerns around schools in Trussville were discussed during the city council workshop session on Tuesday, Nov. 26.
Police Chief Eric Rush said the Public Safety Committee is considering the importance of flashing lights in school zones.
“I think all the schools need the flashing signals that specify when you go that speed limit,” said Rush.
School zones in Trussville are marked, but after a traffic study near Cahaba Elementary, Rush said it was clear that those signs are not effective. In fact, one driver traveled more than 60 mph during the study, according to Rush.
“Speeds were not slower during school zone times,” said Rush.
There would be 11 solar-powered lights. There would be an added school zone on Cherokee Drive. The lights can also be used in conjunction with the Glance system the fire department is installing.
Trussville councilman Jef Freemen, who serves as liaison to the Board of Education, said he will present the idea to the Board of Education at the next BOE meeting, in December.