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Paulsboro council approves one-way conversion for Swedesboro Avenue over resident objections
Summary
The Paulsboro Borough Council voted 4–1 on April 14 to make Swedesboro Avenue one‑way from Broad Street to Berkley Road after a request from Loudenslager School; residents urged limited hours and said a permanent change would burden neighborhood traffic.
The Paulsboro Borough Council on April 14 adopted Ordinance O.26.06 to make Swedesboro Avenue one‑way from Broad Street to Berkley Road, a measure council members said is intended to improve safety during student pick‑up and drop‑off. The motion passed with Ayes: Thomas, Armistead, Evans, Singleton; Nays: Turner; Absent: Haynes.
Administrator Marino and Council President Thomas said the change responds to a request from Loudenslager School and local churches. Marino told council that "the change to a one-way street would be put into action in August when isn't in session, and that the residents would be communicated to in advance." Council documents note the timing was chosen to avoid implementation during the school year.
Several residents urged a narrower approach during public comment. Erica Scott of Swedesboro Avenue said she opposed making the street one‑way 24/7 and suggested limiting the rule to school pick‑up and drop‑off hours. Council members acknowledged the concern but said safety findings from a prior traffic study and reports to the Public Safety Committee supported the one‑way conversion.
The ordinance amends the borough's traffic code and will be implemented by the municipal administrator and police department, which will post signs and notify residents in advance. The council did not set a separate public‑hearing process beyond the ordinance adoption; further operational details will be handled by borough staff.
