Petition to Install Stop Signs Along Belvedere Drive

We, the residents of Belvedere Drive and the surrounding community, urgently request the installation of stop signs at the 3-way intersections along Belvedere Drive. This action is vital to improving safety, reducing traffic hazards, and ensuring a higher quality of life for everyone who lives, works, and travels on our street.

The Case for Stop Signs on Belvedere Drive

1.Protecting Pedestrians, Especially Students

Belvedere Drive is located near several schools, and many students walk home along this road every day. Without sufficient traffic controls, speeding vehicles create a hazardous environment for these young pedestrians. Stop signs will provide clear, enforceable points where drivers must slow down and assess their surroundings, significantly reducing the risk of accidents involving children and other pedestrians.

2.Practical and Cost-Effective Solution

While speed bumps may slow traffic, they come with significant downsides, including higher costs for installation and maintenance. Additionally, speed bumps can cause wear and tear on vehicles and create noise disturbances when drivers brake abruptly. Stop signs, by contrast, are more affordable to install and maintain, making them a fiscally responsible solution for taxpayers and the city budget.

3.Improved Traffic Flow and Safety

Stop signs are an efficient way to manage traffic flow at intersections, particularly on roads like Belvedere Drive with numerous entry points. They encourage drivers to take turns and proceed cautiously, reducing the likelihood of collisions. Unlike speed bumps, which only address speed, stop signs enhance overall intersection safety by requiring all drivers to pause and yield.

4.Preserving the Character of Our Neighborhood

Belvedere Drive is not just a street—it is our home. The addition of stop signs will help preserve the neighborhood’s family-friendly atmosphere by discouraging reckless driving and making our community feel safer for all residents.

A Call to Action

The installation of stop signs is a simple, affordable, and effective measure that can save lives and improve the quality of life for everyone on Belvedere Drive. We ask the city to prioritize this request and take swift action to ensure the safety and well-being of our community.

By signing this petition, we express our strong support for the addition of stop signs at the 3-way intersections along Belvedere Drive and urge the city to address this urgent safety need.