§ 3-4-350. Purpose.  


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  • In response to an increasing number of complaints regarding speeding problems in residential neighborhoods, the Henry County Department of Transportation (the "department") has studied available alternatives and methods employed by other similarly situated communities and how effectively and successfully those communities have addressed residential speeding problems. The installation of speed humps was found to be a popular and relatively cost effective measure in reducing average speeds. When properly designed and installed, and with strong majority community backing and support, speed humps were found to be effective at reducing speeds in neighborhoods. After much experimenting and testing, including testing on Henry County roads, the use of speed humps has been widely endorsed by transportation authorities. In the United States, a policy on the use of speed humps has been developed by a special committee of the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE). As a result of these preliminary efforts, the following procedures have been established for groups of citizens in Henry County who want to pursue the installation of speed humps in their neighborhoods.

(Ord. No. 97-03, 2-18-97)