Several traffic lights in Plymouth are causing concern to Street Superintendent Jim Marquardt.
The Plymouth Board of Works and Safety members learned that most of the lights in the city are antiquated and parts are becoming scarce to repair stop lights that malfunction. The controllers and systems need to be updated. About $75,000 has been budgeted for the project this year and a prioritized list will be created to complete that work.
The stop light at Penguin Point is at the top of the list. Marquardt said the controller, lights and wiring need to be replaced. When the temperature gets above freezing, the stop light goes to a flashing mode which is not safe at that intersection.
The board asked about the traffic light at the intersection of Baker and Michigan Streets. That particular intersection is governed by the state and a request for inspection will be made to the governing body.
The other intersection that is a main focus is at Hoham Drive and Michigan Street. A cable and controller need to be replaced. The installation of road sensors is also a recommendation.
The board approved a request by Marquardt to start to gather quotes in order to begin work on the project. The intention is to work on as many intersections as the budget allows.
