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Residents press Portsmouth council for action on speeding and red‑light running; council asks staff for sign and speed‑study follow-up

3548905 · May 14, 2025
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Summary

Multiple residents described high speeds, red‑light running and stop‑sign roll‑throughs in Portsmouth neighborhoods. Councilmembers asked staff to explore quick fixes such as 'kids at play' signs and initiate a formal speed study.

Residents told Portsmouth City Council that speeding, red‑light running and stop‑sign violations are creating hazards in residential neighborhoods and urged immediate action.

"I'm gonna bring up three problems and possible solutions that I'm tired of. I'm angry," said Walter Smith, a longtime resident, who described…

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