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Resident asks council to study speeding and large‑vehicle traffic on E. 70th Street
5470992 · June 3, 2025
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Summary
A Lawrence resident asked the council to conduct a study or assessment of traffic and speeding on E. 70th Street, citing increased commercial traffic, bicyclists, limited sightlines and safety concerns for mailboxes and pedestrians.
Galen Sirpack, a Lawrence resident, asked the Lawrence City Common Council on June 2 to conduct a traffic study of E. 70th Street between Carroll Road and Oakland Avenue, citing driver distraction, frequent speeding and increased commercial vehicle traffic.
Sirpack said the stretch is posted at 40 mph in portions and that residents…
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