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Finance committee backs modified traffic restriction ordinance adding Elmwood segment and 4–6 p.m. restriction
Summary
The Medina City Council finance committee advanced an addendum to a draft 'quad cycle' ordinance that restricts driving on specified residential streets between 4 and 6 p.m.; members agreed to expand Elmwood Avenue coverage to Smith Road–Homestead and to trial the measure seven days a week.
The Medina City Council finance committee voted to advance an addendum to a draft ‘quad cycle’ ordinance that restricts vehicle use on specified residential streets between 4 and 6 p.m., with a floor amendment expanding coverage on Elmwood Avenue and a trial period to follow.
Councilman Rose led the discussion, saying he and his committee reviewed the item in January and that the special-legislation committee had passed the measure unanimously. He and others discussed traffic patterns and a resident request to extend Elmwood closures to Homestead and Smith Road.
Committee members stressed that the restriction is intended to reduce through-traffic during the busiest hours. Chief Huber, identified in the meeting as the police chief, confirmed the committee’s intent that restricted hours run seven days a week, noting weekend traffic can be as heavy or heavier than weekdays. Committee members agreed the new Elmwood segment should read Elmwood Avenue between Homestead Street and Smith Road during the restricted hours.
Council members said the ordinance should be specific in its times and locations rather than allow vague administrative discretion. Multiple members preferred trying the restriction as written, monitoring for problems, and bringing proposed changes back if needed. Councilman Rose said he has shared the proposal with nearby stakeholders, including Mr. and Mrs. Gershbacher and the bike program representative, who were aware of the item and the likely council hearing.
The committee moved to approve the modified language on the floor; members voted in favor and the motion carried. Committee members said they will monitor the effect of the trial and return with modifications if problems arise.
Because the measure will alter traffic patterns on local residential streets, members emphasized the plan is a pilot and should be revisited after practical experience with enforcement and resident feedback.
