Sign Replacement Project
Street Signs serve an important function within the City of Chillicothe. They provide wayfinding and influence the behavior of drivers while also enhancing road safety. They serve as warnings and help regulate the flow of traffic for vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists. Well maintained street signs improve the overall safety and flow of neighborhood traffic.
The Sign Replacement Project encourages residents to notify city staff of signs within their ward that are damaged, vandalized, worn out, or inaccurate and need replaced. The priority for this project is to replace existing necessary signage in a thoughtful and organized way around our city while also creating an inventory for continued future replacements as funds become available.
Residents are encouraged to use “Chillicothe Fix It!”, a free app offered by the city, to notify city staff of replacement sign locations. This app allows residents to submit non-emergent requests, such as nuisances like potholes and street light malfunctions, and receive notice when their request is completed. Download for FREE on iphone and Android devices!
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When street signs are faded, defaced, or damaged the city processes and replaces them, but at a cost...How much do typical everyday street signs cost on average?
Stop Signs - $40
No Outlet, Do Not Enter - $50
Right Lane Closed - $140
Street Sign - $20
Speed Limit - $35
Additionally, common types of vandalism, like painting or placing stickers on a sign, might seem harmless but can cause drivers to become confused or distracted and delay a driver's reaction time. Vandalism of a stop or yield sign could significantly increase the risk of a serious collision.
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Review Submissions and Place Order
Now that residents have submitted their requests, the city will organize all the submissions and move forward with placing an order for replacements.
Don't forget to track your request in the Chillicothe Fix It! app to see when your sign gets installed.
Residents can expect to see signs being installed later this Summer!