The downtown redevelopment project has put added strain on side roads near the Public Square.

Mechanic Street to the north of the downtown area is one of those roadways facing increased traffic flow.

On Tuesday at the Board of Public Works and Safety meeting, the board agreed 3-0 to add signage to slow down car speeds and limit parking spaces.

The board will post 20 miles per hour speed limit signs on East Mechanic St. from Harrison St. to Vine St. and extend “No Parking” zones at Mechanic St. and Pike St.

Additional stop signs could be added along Mechanic St. at a later date, according to the board.

The board also issued an order to appear to the owner of Circle K convenience store at 1005 N. Riley Highway. A large amount of debris and trash has gathered at the property.

Beth Corley, manager of the Public Utility Office, informed the board her department is moving out of City Hall, 44 W. Washington St., and into the former Bradley Hall building at 17 Public Square, effective April 5.

The office will close at City Hall on March 31 and April 1 to facilitate the move.

Parking is available on W. Washington St. or in the city’s new parking garage to visit the Public Utility office.

The deposit box behind City Hall on Jackson St. for paying bills will not be moved, according to Corley.