Jewish Day School Wants Flashing Speed Limit Sign

Citing safety concerns, Jewish Day School Principal Yossi Kastan told commissioners Wednesday night that the school wants to have a flashing speed limit sign installed at the school on Pennsylvania Street.

Kastan asked for the commissioners' guidance in how to proceed to get the necessary clearances from the township and the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation for the sign.

"As a school, safety comes first," said Kastan, noting concerns over cars that speed on that stretch of roadway, particularly when students and their parents are arriving or departing school grounds.

That section of road is posted at 25 mph.

Kastan said the school obtained a grant to help pay for the sign. He said the school would raise the rest of the money for the sign, if necessary.

Township Manager Jon Hammer noted that South Whitehall police, in response to the school's concerns over speeding motorists, have done enforcement there. But as soon as police leave, Hammer said, problems persist.

To help with the process, the township's new Public Works Director will take a look at that stretch of roadway in front of the Jewish Day School and make recommendations for the school's best options, including placement of a sign. He will report back to commissioners at a future date.