School Crossing Safety and Traffic Control
Summary
Residents expressed serious concerns about children nearly being struck by vehicles while using crosswalks near Whitesides Elementary School and requested the city hire crossing guards.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 3, 2026.
Impact analysis
Funding for hiring and deploying additional crossing guards.
Elementary school students walking to Whitesides Elementary and their families.
None identified.
Mentions & discussions (6)
City Council - Sep 3, 2026
Residents expressed serious concerns about children nearly being struck by vehicles while using crosswalks near Whitesides Elementary School and requested the city hire crossing guards.
City Council - Oct 16, 2025
Residents are worried about speeding on Oak Lane, which they say is dangerous for children and local wildlife. They've asked the city to use a speed-monitoring trailer to help slow down drivers.
City Council - Aug 21, 2025
A resident asked the city to create clear rules for golf cart use on public streets to improve safety and consistency.
City Council - Jun 5, 2025
A resident expressed ongoing concerns about a blind, dangerous intersection at 2125 East and Gordon Avenue, requesting a roundabout.
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