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RCC 264

Para ordenar al Departamento de Transportación y Obras Públicas (DTOP) a realizar, en un término no mayor de treinta (30) días contados a partir de la vigencia de esta Resolución Conjunta, una inspección de las luminarias ubicadas en la Carretera Estatal PR-165 en la intersección con la PR-865 en el municipio de Toa Baja; evaluar el estado de las luminarias en el Km. 1.6 de la Carretera Estatal PR-865 en el Barrio Campanilla del municipio de Toa Baja; y para otros fines relacionados.

2025-2028 Session

DTOP must inspect streetlights at two PR-165/PR-865 intersections in Toa Baja within 30 days to assess lighting adequacy and safety conditions.

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Bill Summary · RCC 264

Legislative bill overview

Bill RCC 264 directs Puerto Rico's Department of Transportation and Public Works (DTOP) to inspect streetlights at the intersection of PR-165 and PR-865 in Toa Baja, and evaluate lighting conditions at kilometer 1.6 of PR-865 in the Campanilla neighborhood, within 30 days of the resolution's enactment.

Why is this important

Poor street lighting affects public safety, traffic accidents, and quality of life in affected communities. This inspection mandate addresses citizen concerns about inadequate illumination in specific areas of Toa Baja and could lead to necessary infrastructure repairs or replacements.

Potential points of contention

  • Resource allocation: The 30-day deadline may be challenging given DTOP's maintenance backlog across the island's extensive road network
  • Scope limitations: The resolution targets only two specific locations, raising questions about why other neighborhoods with similar lighting problems are excluded
  • Follow-up enforcement: The bill mandates inspection but does not specify consequences or funding mechanisms if repairs are needed, potentially leaving problems unresolved

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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