In response to the tragic death of local cyclist Eric Kautzky, State Representative Jerry Krummel (seen at right) plans to push for “Eric’ Law” in the 2007 legislative session. According to Krummel:
“I plan to push legislation at the state level to encourage other counties to offer these memorial signs. We are also looking at ways to increase penalties targeted at “sleepy” drivers. Once we get the bill introduced it will be called “Eric’s Law.””
[Rep. Krummel at Sunday’s ceremony.
Photos courtesy of Krummel’s office.]
Photos courtesy of Krummel’s office.]
On Sunday Krummel attended a ceremony and sign installation on Tualitin-Sherwood Highway that commemorates the location where Kautzky was killed.
KATU-TV filed this report on the ceremony.
[Thanks to Krummel’s office for these photos.]
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Once again, twice in two or htree days, I make a plea for a memorial sign at the spot of Kristine’s death.
This is a highly visual, and passed by thousands spot, in the middle of downtown Portland, 1 block from the square.
This is the kind of reminder we need.
In the face, we are here, be careful type of reminder.
Thank You,
Dabby
Jonathan,
I am interested in the pair of signs: “Share the Road” & “In Memory of Eric Kautsky.” How did they get there? Is that a state road, county road, or city street? Who has jurisdiction? Who makes the decision about what signs can be posted? What is the process for applying for such a sign/pair of signs? Who pays for the signs and for the installation/labor? Who got the ball rolling on this, and would they be willing to share the steps they had to follow to get those signs approved, designed, manufactured, and installed?
Thanks.
–cd
Curt,
The signs were the result of a push by State Rep. Jerry Krummel. I’ve emailed your comment to their office in hopes they can tell you more.
As for your other questions, I’m sure someone from PDOT can chime in…
Here’s more on the signs from Dawn Phillips, Chief of Staff for Rep. Krummel: