In a recent government meeting, officials discussed several traffic calming projects aimed at reducing speeding in various neighborhoods. The focus was primarily on the installation of speed humps in multiple districts, with varying levels of community support.

In the second district, projects on North 67th Street and West Medford Avenue were approved after the alderman noted support based on postcard survey results. However, during the discussion on West Medford Avenue, resident Laura Glover expressed concerns about the potential loss of parking spaces due to the speed humps, stating that parking is already a tight issue in the area.

The third district saw similar discussions, with multiple projects proposed for North Astor Street, North Cambridge Street, and North Cass Street, all of which received overwhelming neighborhood support according to Alderman Brasov. Each project was approved without objection.

However, the proposed speed humps on East Pearson Street sparked significant opposition from residents. Several community members voiced their concerns, arguing that speeding is not a prevalent issue in their area and that the focus should instead be on addressing wrong-way drivers and other safety concerns. Resident Robert Birkin highlighted recent incidents of violence, questioning the effectiveness of speed humps in addressing the real problems faced by the community.

Despite the opposition, city officials clarified that a petition had been submitted with 50% support from impacted properties, which was a key factor in moving forward with the project. The alderman indicated that the decision was based on both the petition and subsequent survey results, which showed limited support for the speed humps on Pearson Street.

The meeting underscored the ongoing tension between community input and municipal decision-making, as residents called for more transparency and engagement in the process. As the city moves forward with these traffic calming measures, the balance between safety and community concerns remains a critical topic for discussion.