Residents raise crossing-guard and traffic concerns; council asks administration to present homelessness response options

During public comment at the Nov. 3 Wayne City Council meeting, crossing-guard supervisor Varun Amis said the city needs two substitute crossing guards and asked interested residents to apply at the police department. Amis also asked about boarded windows at a construction site near Karma Coffee and whether a long-vacant ice cream shop is being reassessed for taxes.

Resident Tim Timmer said he believed speed limits on certain corridors, including Michigan Avenue, were raised this year from 30 to 35 mph and expressed concern that higher speeds could be dangerous near planned apartment complexes and existing businesses.

Later in council comments, a councilmember asked the administration to prepare recommendations for how the city should respond to an increasing number of people experiencing homelessness, including options for ensuring safety on trails and public spaces. The council agreed to request an administrative report with recommendations for possible responses and next steps.

Councilmembers also urged residents to check on older neighbors and noted community food drives and Goodfellows application dates.