Residents of Mirabal Estates have raised alarms over increased traffic in their neighborhood, as drivers use it as a shortcut to avoid congestion. Many have entered Rancho Viejo only to find dead ends, forcing them to backtrack, which has led to excessive speeding and heightened safety concerns. In response, the city has installed a speed checker over the past three months, but residents are advocating for additional measures, including the installation of six dead-end signs to enhance safety.

During a recent city council meeting, officials discussed further initiatives aimed at improving road safety. One proposal involved the striping of all city street humps with fresh paint to increase visibility and alert drivers to upcoming speed bumps. Council members noted that many existing humps are poorly marked, particularly at night, which poses a risk for drivers, especially those with vision impairments.

Additionally, the council addressed the replacement of two inadequate street lights with LED fixtures to improve nighttime visibility. The lights in question are located at La Poblana and Madrigal Road, with a request for an additional LED light at the beginning of Drive near Socorro Road, where residents have reported dim lighting and speeding vehicles.

The council also discussed transitioning from a two-way stop to a four-way stop at the intersection of La Poblana and Madrigal to enhance traffic control and reduce accidents. The city attorney clarified that the previous items discussed were under the budget threshold, allowing for direct action without extensive procedural delays.

These discussions reflect the city’s ongoing commitment to addressing community safety concerns and improving infrastructure in response to resident feedback.