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Parent recounts car strike near Meadowlawn school; mayor and staff pledge follow-up on traffic safety

3137485 · April 1, 2025
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Summary

A Kentwood resident told the City Commission his son was struck after a driver turned into them near Fuller and Slider by Meadowlawn. City leaders said they have investigated, will coordinate with the school and police, and seek additional safety measures.

A Kentwood resident told the City Commission on April 1 that he and his son were struck by a vehicle while using a crosswalk near Fuller and Slider, prompting questions about traffic safety at the Meadowlawn school crossing.

Justin Anderson said he and his son were walking the school route when ‘‘she just turned left into us. I moved forward to try to stop her. It seemingly seemed like she didn't see me,…

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