During a recent government meeting, significant concerns were raised regarding traffic regulations around Chandler Magnet School in District 5. A proposal was discussed that would restrict southbound and eastbound drivers exiting the school to make right turns only between 7 AM and 6 PM on school days.

One committee member expressed the need to hold the proposal for further discussion, citing a lack of communication with the school and the existing traffic congestion in the area. The member highlighted that many drivers currently take left turns out of the school, which leads to increased traffic through a crosswalk that is deemed unsafe.

The discussion revealed that the current placement of the crosswalk is problematic, with suggestions made to relocate it to a more suitable position between the school’s entrance and exit. The committee member emphasized that the majority of traffic exiting the school tends to turn left, exacerbating congestion and safety issues.

Concerns were also raised about illegal U-turns occurring in the vicinity, further complicating the traffic situation. The member recommended that the proposal be sent back to committee for additional review, arguing that the implications of the new traffic rules had not been adequately addressed in public hearings.

The meeting underscored the importance of ensuring safe traffic flow around schools, particularly during peak hours, and the need for thorough discussions before implementing changes that could impact student safety.