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Council discusses traffic-calming, raised crosswalks and developer concerns to deter speeding
Summary
Mayor Hopkins and councilmembers discussed incorporating raised crosswalks, speed bumps and circulation-focused site design into permitting and the Comprehensive Plan to reduce high-speed driving near new development; developer Terra Cotta has expressed opposition to car-meet activity in the area.
Mayor Hopkins told the council that the Comprehensive Plan and permitting process will prioritize traffic-calming measures such as raised crosswalks and speed bumps and that design choices—like pedestrian circulation that forces traffic to navigate around buildings—could discourage high-speed driving. He said Pierce County provided data and resources and that a potential developer, Terra Cotta, has voiced opposition to car-meet activity in the area.
Councilmembers followed up on resident impacts. Councilmember Jensen suggested making 51st Street a continuous flow by disabling the traffic light to improve egress after events, and Councilmember Huson urged a balanced approach that protects residents while seeking mutual cooperation with nearby event organizers. The council directed staff to include traffic-calming approaches in upcoming public outreach and permitting discussions.
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