For at least 10 years, more like 20, the only speed limit on the outbound Parkway East was near Smithfield Street, and said 50.
2010-09-26 15:30:28
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Rules on posting speed limit signs
Who knew?
Speed-limit posting rules often fall by the wayside
And from the Trib, no less. And because somebody died.
Also, note the discrepancy in the article:
Paragraph 5: PennDOT is responsible for ensuring accurate speed-limit signs only on state roads that permit drivers to travel at speeds greater than 35 mph, according to state officials.
4th paragraph from the end: Hempfield Township Solicitor Les Mlakar contends state law only requires local governments to take responsibility for speed-limit signs on roads where municipalities petitioned to reduce speed limits below 40 mph.
And of course, blame it on funding, and a political catch phrase more often heard 15 years ago, "unfunded mandates".
2010-09-26 15:28:06