Residents press council for quicker traffic‑calming at Cole and Stevenson after fatal crash

Several residents used the public‑comment period at the June 22 Enumclaw City Council meeting to press the council for faster action on traffic‑calming and pedestrian safety at the Cole and Stevenson intersection following a January crash that resulted in a resident’s death.

One resident (S5) described returning to the city to report that the person who had been hit in January later died and asked for an update on ‘‘how we're moving forward on the Stevenson Cole area,’’ requesting the city consider advancing pedestrian funding rather than waiting until January. She said: "We've lost a person... they died... we really need your help."

A second resident and Navy veteran (S6) urged stepped‑up enforcement and engineering measures: "I think one way to see that is, sit in an unmarked car and with a speed gun... See how many people... just don't pay attention," and recommended lights, 25 mph signs and other measures to stop speeding and distracted driving.

Nora Tackenboge (S7) suggested low‑cost interim measures if full funding is not immediately available, such as hand‑held red flags to increase driver visibility and asked council to ensure the recent death ‘‘wasn't in vain.’’

Cindy Proctor (S8) flagged broader neighborhood concerns including cut‑through speeding on Trella and Melody, missing or outdated ADA curb ramps that force pedestrians into the street, increased on‑street parking that obstructs visibility, and urged low‑cost traffic‑calming options such as reflective markings and improved crosswalk signage.

Council members did not take immediate action during the meeting; multiple residents asked for status updates and interim measures while longer engineering projects and funding are pursued.