During a recent government meeting in Davenport, Iowa, city officials discussed several public safety ordinances and community events, focusing primarily on speed limit adjustments and outdoor event permits.

The meeting opened with a proposal to amend the municipal code to establish a 35 miles per hour speed limit on 49th Street from Fairmont Street to Pine Street. Residents expressed support for the change, citing concerns over numerous accidents in the area. One resident shared a personal experience of a fatality, emphasizing the need for improved safety measures. Another resident, Judith Liu, raised questions about the city's approach to speed limit adjustments, suggesting a comprehensive review of speed limits across Davenport rather than addressing them on a case-by-case basis. City Engineer Bridal Shad responded, explaining that speed limits are typically adjusted based on traffic studies and accident data, rather than a street-by-street basis.

The council also considered a similar ordinance for 60th Street, proposing to set the speed limit at 35 miles per hour. Additionally, a motion was made to designate Spalding Boulevard as a resident-only parking area.

In terms of community events, the council approved several street closures for upcoming celebrations, including the \"Red, White, and Boom\" event on July 3, 2024, and various block parties on July 4. The meeting also addressed noise variance requests for outdoor events, including fireworks and live music, scheduled for the same holiday.

Lastly, the council reviewed multiple beer and liquor license applications for local businesses, including Hickory Creek Event Center and Yoshi's Bar and Filipino Canteen, among others.

The meeting concluded with no further public comments or council discussions on the remaining agenda items, allowing the proposed changes to move forward.