Public Hearing on Proposed Text Amendment to Title 13.02.030 Roadway Classification

Spoke from a law enforcement background, noting that while speeding is an issue, narrowing the road and removing center lines could introduce new dangers, and suggested targeted police enforcement.

Voiced support for any measures that increase road safety, noting near-misses with children and speeding issues near his home.

Agreed there is a speeding problem but opposed narrowing the road, asking the city to study other traffic-calming solutions.

Stated that while speeding is an issue, narrowing the road and removing the center line would decrease safety, though adding sidewalks would help.

Expressed gratitude for city safety measures and police patrols, praised sidewalks, and stated he was neutral on the specific phasing of Hilton's proposal while appreciating safety efforts.

Praised Mr. Hilton's extensive community effort in preparing the proposal and asked the council to seriously consider the citizens' input.