20 mph school zone beacon on Midland
Summary
Residents asked whether growth on the west side warrants a traffic light and pressed for a safe crossing so kids can reach Hill Pond and school. A signal warrant study is in draft, staff said it's not yet warranted, and the city recently made Midland a school zone.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 28, 2026.
Impact analysis
Pedestrians and schoolchildren would benefit from a safer Midland Road crossing.
Families near Midland Road face a hazardous crossing until improvements are made.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council (Study) — September 28, 2026
Council Member Brantz gave a shout-out to staff for the new lighted 20 mph school zone near the high school — residents report traffic is noticeably slower.
Planning Commission — June 8, 2026
Residents asked whether growth on the west side warrants a traffic light and pressed for a safe crossing so kids can reach Hill Pond and school. A signal warrant study is in draft, staff said it's not yet warranted, and the city recently made Midland a school zone.
City Council (Regular) — April 20, 2026
A new school zone between West 5th Street and Hillpond Drive aims to slow traffic and keep kids safer on Mydland Road.
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