Speeding on Avenue A in Wahneta
Summary
Residents near Wahneta Elementary say speeding on Avenue A is the real danger, and the Sixth Street humps don't fix it. Staff said Avenue A didn't meet the traffic calming criteria; Commissioner Scott asked for Sheriff's Office speed enforcement and a reevaluation after the humps are installed.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 7, 2026.
Impact analysis
Speed humps cost roughly $5,000 each; any Avenue A measures would add to that.
Children and pedestrians near Wahneta Elementary would benefit most from slower traffic.
Residents like Brittny Miller who would live directly in front of the new humps, and Avenue A residents whose speeding concerns remain unaddressed.
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