City Council - 2 Feb 2026

The City Council of Sandy, Oregon, held a work session focused primarily on traffic safety improvements and enforcement strategies along Highway 26 and within the downtown area. Key topics included the installation of rapid flashing rectangular beacons (RRFB) at critical crosswalks, deployment of driver feedback signs to alert motorists of their speed, and the potential implementation of automated photo radar and red light cameras to enforce speed limits and reduce violations. The council discussed the challenges of meeting Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) standards, particularly regarding ADA compliance and infrastructure costs, with estimates for crosswalk improvements reaching approximately $65,000 for two locations. The council expressed support for proceeding with these pedestrian safety enhancements, while also considering additional crosswalks and safe routes to schools projects, potentially funded through state grants. The discussion on automated enforcement highlighted the significant volume of speeding and red light violations, the limitations of manual enforcement due to staffing constraints, and the potential for technology to improve compliance and safety. However, concerns were raised about equity, privacy, operational costs, and the impact on local court systems. The council showed interest in further exploring automated enforcement options, emphasizing the need for clear goals, success metrics, and detailed financial and operational plans before making decisions. Overall, the meeting underscored a commitment to enhancing traffic safety through a combination of infrastructure improvements, technology deployment, and enforcement strategies, while carefully considering budgetary and community impacts.