As a resident of Spencerville, MD, I have witnessed firsthand the dangers posed by excessive speeding in our residential neighborhood. The intersection of Good Hope Road and Rt.198 and RT 650 and 198 has become a hotspot for traffic accidents and near misses. This is not just about inconvenience; it's about public safety, reducing accidents, road deaths and protecting our local wildlife from road hazards.

The solution we propose includes the installation of speed bumps to slow down traffic and a stoplight at the problematic intersection to manage flow more effectively. Furthermore, making MD 200 free for residents would significantly ease congestion by diverting some traffic away from our neighborhood streets.

Additionally, paving walking paths would improve pedestrian safety by providing designated areas away from vehicular traffic. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), pedestrian fatalities account for approximately 17% of all traffic fatalities nationwide - a statistic we must strive to reduce locally.

This petition is not just personal; it affects every member of our community who wants safer roads for themselves and their families. We urge local authorities to take immediate action on these proposed measures that will undoubtedly make Spencerville safer.

Please sign this petition if you believe in creating safer streets in Spencerville!