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Friends of Indian River urge 35 mph speed limit, crosswalks and bike lanes as summer use rises
Summary
The Friends of Indian River asked council to set a 35 mph speed limit along Indian River Road and to install interim crosswalks and planned bike lanes before summer, citing pedestrian and bicyclist safety as Blue Heron Landing Park use increases.
Rogard Ross, representing Friends of Indian River and the Bicycle and Trails Advisory Committee, urged Chesapeake City Council to accelerate safety improvements on Indian River Road, including a 35 mph speed limit, the timely installation of crosswalks near Blue Heron Landing Park and completion of planned bike lanes.
Ross said public works completed a speed study and recommended 35 mph in the construction zone near the bridge; he asked…
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