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Residents urge more speed signage and parking solutions on Broadway
Summary
Public commenters told the committee that a lack of northbound speed-limit signs on Broadway and cramped parking near 15th risk pedestrian safety; residents urged more signage, flashing radar devices, and consideration of lower speed limits in the historic district.
Residents and an assembly member told the Public Safety Committee that parts of Broadway near 15th present visibility problems and safety risks for pedestrians.
Deb Potter described a series of incidents near Broadway and 15th, including a family dog that bolted from a vehicle and was struck and a parked car that was clipped by a southbound vehicle. "There’s something about that area that feels dangerous," Potter said, asking the committee to consider measures to improve sightlines and traffic calming.
A resident identified as Jen said there are no northbound speed-limit signs after Second Avenue and recommended more signage; she said a police officer had suggested lowering the limit in the historic district to 10 mph. "My efficacy view would be for more signage," she said.
Other correspondents proposed radar speed-display signs and discussed how parked cars and slow-moving tour vehicles can prompt passing maneuvers that raise speeds locally. Committee Chair Dan Henry noted the problem is worsened by seasonal increases in tour traffic: "It's just math," he said, describing more tours leading to more calls and more congestion.
The committee discussed options ranging from increased signage to larger investments (for example, new parking facilities or changing setback rules) but did not vote on any change. The chair asked staff to bring forward potential measures for more in-depth consideration at a future meeting.
