I never imagined that one day I would be writing a petition like this, but today, I feel it is both necessary and urgent. I worked with one of the people who was tragically killed while trying to cross the street at 1300 Central Ave. The pain of losing a colleague and friend in such a sudden and preventable manner is unbearable, and I cannot stand by as more people face the same peril.

1300 Central Ave has become an infamous location in our community where accidents involving pedestrians occur at an alarming rate. It is not just a statistic; it is a matter of life and death. There have been far too many incidents where drivers, caught unaware by the absence of speed control measures, have accidentally hit pedestrians trying to cross this busy road.

According to traffic safety studies, the installation of speed bumps can effectively reduce vehicle speeds and drastically decrease the likelihood of pedestrian accidents. These measures have proven successful in countless other communities throughout the country. It is evident that the addition of speed bumps along 1300 Central Ave could be the difference between life and death.

I urge the local city officials and traffic department to prioritize the safety of our community by approving and installing speed bumps on this treacherous stretch of road. The cost of these installations is negligible when weighed against the precious lives they can save.

Please lend your support to this cause. Sign this petition to demand safer streets and ensure no more lives are lost at 1300 Central Ave. Together, we can make a significant change.