After a student was struck in a crosswalk, Pleasant Grove is rushing to install new safety upgrades and change traffic patterns near schools. These updates aim to prevent future accidents and make the daily commute safer for local kids.
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Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 3 the 90 before that.
The cost of potential infrastructure improvements like crosswalks and traffic signals is currently being evaluated.
Students and families living near school zones.
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The city is planning new traffic signals and railroad crossing improvements to handle increased traffic from local schools and businesses.
After several accidents involving children, residents are calling for better education on crosswalk rules and potential infrastructure upgrades to keep kids safe.
After several accidents, residents are calling for better education on crosswalk rules and potentially adding more 'zebra' stripes to improve visibility.
Residents expressed deep concern over pedestrian safety near schools, citing recent accidents and urging the city to adopt 'Vision Zero' policies to eliminate traffic-related injuries.
Following recent accidents, the city is focusing on traffic studies and public education to improve safety on local roads.
Pleasant Grove ramping up safety measures after student hit in crosswalk KUTV
Student hit in crosswalk while walking to school in Pleasant Grove KSL TV 5
Residents are concerned about high traffic volume and safety risks near Lincoln Academy, especially during school drop-off and pick-up times. The city is coordinating with school officials to explore potential traffic mitigation strategies.
Residents are concerned about speeding cars on 1500 North. The city is using speed trailers and working with the police to monitor the area.
The police department is concerned about the rise in accidents involving cyclists and motorcycles, urging drivers to be more vigilant.
9-year-old boy hit, killed while walking in marked crosswalk in Pleasant Grove KUTV
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