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Residents raise Duval Field crossing concerns; city cites speed camera and plans safety study as red-light camera installations proceed
Summary
Residents called for more traffic controls near Duval Field and Rhode Island Avenue at a public meeting; city staff said an all-hours speed camera and flashing crosswalks are in place and that a city engineer could be asked to study safety. Officials also confirmed four new city red-light camera locations under permitting.
Residents and council members urged College Park officials to evaluate traffic controls near Duval Field and along Rhode Island Avenue, telling meeting participants that current measures — including a speed camera and a lighted crosswalk — are not preventing motorists from failing to yield to pedestrians.
The concern matters because Duval Field's reopening will increase pedestrian crossings and school-related foot traffic, speakers said.
"One out of 10 cars will actually stop when you are standing there and you're visible," a resident said of the…
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