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Resident urges action on speeding, crossing safety at Central Avenue
Summary
Resident Miles Kim asked council to improve enforcement and crossing safety at the Central Avenue/Herring Drive crosswalk used by elementary and middle-school students; council members said they will consult the police chief about enforcement and whether a crossing guard is warranted.
A local resident raised safety concerns about the crosswalk on Central Avenue at Herring Drive, saying students and other pedestrians face frequent speeding and need better enforcement.
"I wanted to talk to you today about progressing, before and after school on Central Avenue," said Miles Kim, who identified himself and gave his address. Kim said motorists often "speed right through" the crosswalk and estimated about 10–15 students cross there during school arrival and dismissal.
Mayor (chair) acknowledged past measures — blinking lights and earlier crossing guards — and said the borough will ask the police chief to evaluate whether a crossing guard or other enforcement is warranted. "So we will look into if it warrants a crossing guard, we will...do everything in our power to make that a safe crossing," the mayor said.
Council members discussed resource limits for assigning officers to a single post (officers must often respond to emergencies) and noted past efforts including temporary police details and signage. Councilwoman Massaro, identified as the council's traffic-safety advocate, said she will continue to press for safer crossings.
The council did not take a formal vote; the next step is outreach to the police chief and monitoring whether additional enforcement or a crossing guard can be assigned during school hours.
