The Bellaire City Council meeting on June 2, 2025, focused on a significant request from residents regarding traffic safety improvements on Braeburn Drive. The council moved to prioritize this agenda item due to heightened community interest.

The main discussion centered on a petition from property owners along the 5400 Block of Braeburn Drive, seeking the installation of three bolt-down rubber speed bumps. Travis Tanner, the director of development services, presented the proposal, noting that a public hearing had previously been held on May 5. Following community feedback and data collected from a speed trailer, city staff recommended the placement of the speed bumps to enhance safety on the block, which is approximately 1,300 feet long.

The proposed speed bumps would be spaced 325 feet apart, with specific locations identified to minimize disruption to driveways. The estimated cost for the installation is $9,000, which will be covered by the petitioners. The council agreed to evaluate the effectiveness of the speed bumps over a 180-day period before making a permanent decision on their status.

The council unanimously approved the ordinance to move forward with the installation, reflecting a collaborative effort among city officials to address community concerns about traffic safety. Following this discussion, the council proceeded to review other items on the consent agenda, with some items withdrawn for further consideration.