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Brian Scovill

Brian Scovill

Assistant Director of Public Works and City Engineer for the City of Leawood, Kansas.

Aug 12, 2026

15:55
Can you explain what those are and how drivers and pedestrians should use them and maybe an example of where one is right now that people can see?
16:04
Sure.
16:04
So rectangular rapid flashing beacons, RRFBs, they enhance a crosswalk.
16:11
So we have crosswalks marked and signed, but these are signs that go up with flashing yellow beacons.
16:17
They strobe when activated.
16:19
It allows drivers of cars to better see and notice activity at the crosswalk.
16:26
So it doesn't stop a car like a red light might, however, the yellow light does bring attention, and pedestrians should still be responsible to use caution and cross when clear.

7 MINS LATER

23:40
And so as part of that, taking a look at our current policies a- and, and updating those as well, is that part of this initiative?

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