Board agrees to accept mobile radar speed-trailer grant if awarded

City staff told the board they applied for a nationwide third-party grant to obtain a mobile radar speed trailer — a trailer‑mounted sign that displays speeds, records traffic counts and can display messages or lane-closure notices. Staff said the grant would cover the device cost (about $18,000 as discussed) while the city would pay an estimated annual subscription (roughly $1,200) as the local match.

The board discussed data uses and operational policy, including how the device can alert police to periods of high speeding. Chief Kramer (police) and staff said they would coordinate placement and enforcement options. Because the grant application requires limited public notifications and the awarding organization requested a media embargo until a release date, staff asked the board to accept the funds if formally awarded. The board voted in favor by voice vote.

Staff said they will announce the grantor and public rollout after the award is public and will coordinate notifications required by the grant terms.