Council adopts lower speed limit around Eastside Park

Jul 27, 2026

Council adopted Ordinance 11-2026 to reduce a short stretch of roadway around Eastside Park from 30 mph to 20 mph after residents complained of speeding; roll-call vote approved the change and the city will add signage.

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On final reading the council adopted Ordinance 11-2026 to lower a section of roadway speed to 20 mph around Eastside Park to match adjacent posted limits. The change covers a short stretch from 21st Street on the mall east to Eastside Park Road; council members said the measure responds to resident complaints that motorists were driving too fast near the park.

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