NYS DOT did a pretty good job at removing the illegal “Speed Zone Ahead” signs prior to the upcoming December 22, 2018 deadline.

Observation: NYS DOT did a pretty good job at removing the illegal “Speed Zone Ahead” signs prior to the upcoming December 22, 2018 deadline. All “Speed Zone Ahead” signs installed after 2009 must list the reduced speed on them on an yellow diamond, with old signs replaced by this year. It can be text or picture. Non compliance can lead to the withholding of federal highway funds.