During a recent government meeting, officials discussed the selection of Hadley Street for a new traffic calming program aimed at enhancing safety in the neighborhood. The program, which has garnered interest from various communities, is designed to address traffic dangers by implementing measures based on a data-driven formula that evaluates applications from across the area.

The selection process for Hadley was primarily influenced by two critical factors: vehicular speeds and traffic volume. Data revealed that the 85th percentile speed on Hadley reached 39 miles per hour, approaching a concerning threshold where the risk of severe injury in the event of a collision increases significantly. Additionally, the street experiences a high volume of traffic, with nearly 44,100 vehicles recorded daily, placing it at the upper end of the spectrum for traffic calming interventions.

Officials highlighted that while the traffic calming program can implement various measures, there are limitations to what can be addressed within the project's scope. Residents were encouraged to utilize HUB Nashville, a resource for reporting a wide range of community issues, including requests for signs, signals, sidewalks, and even maintenance concerns like potholes. This can be done through a phone call to 311, online at hub.nashville.gov, or via a user-friendly app.

The meeting underscored the importance of community engagement in traffic safety initiatives, with officials emphasizing that Hadley’s selection was based on a comprehensive analysis of factors including crash history and the presence of pedestrian accommodations. The discussion aimed to inform residents about the rationale behind the project and encourage them to voice any additional concerns or requests through the available channels.