8. LED road signs

Location

• Various locations along McLennan Street

Traffic / Safety Improvements

• The installation of LED (Light-emitting diode) road signs on McLennan Street to alert drivers of an upcoming intersection or traffic hazard, and to reduce their speed if they are travelling above the speed threshold that is pre-determined for that location.

Note

• LED road signs are vehicle activated signs meaning they are triggered by an approaching vehicle. The LEDs on the signs are inactive (unlit) by default and as a vehicle approaches the speed is detected by the sign’s radar. The speed threshold at which the sign is activated is not the speed limit for that location, rather, one that is pre-determined as a safe approach speed to the upcoming intersection or traffic hazard. If a location is supported, Council undertakes a site assessment to determine if the location is suitable for an LED road sign.