Install speed bumps on Grover, Cherokee, and Myrtle Streets
The Issue
Living in South Rome, Georgia, my family and friends have always found solace in the close-knit community that surrounds us. However, our peace has been disrupted by the alarming frequency of accidents and near misses at the intersections of Grover, Cherokee, and Myrtle Streets with Branham Avenue. This is not just a statistic for us; it is a daily worry when our loved ones step out onto these roads.
Every week, we hear screeching tires and, too often, the terrifying sound of metal on metal. These streets, which should be pathways for safe transit, have become hotspots of danger due to reckless driving and excessive speeds. The safety of our children, parents, and friends is hanging in the balance, and action is urgently needed.
Statistics from the local traffic department confirm what we already know: there has been a significant number of accidents, with tragic outcomes, in our area. According to a 2022 report by the Georgia Department of Transportation, there was a 15% increase in vehicle collisions in our community compared to the previous year. In areas where traffic calming measures such as speed bumps have been installed, the accident rate has drastically decreased, providing a safer environment for everyone.
Adding speed bumps on both sides of Grover, Cherokee, and Myrtle Streets would provide a physical reminder for drivers to slow down and proceed with caution. It’s a simple, yet effective, solution that countless other communities have adopted with positive results. The cost of implementing these measures is small compared to the value of the lives they will save.
We have reached out to local authorities, but we need the backing of our community to make this change a reality. By signing this petition, you will lend your voice to a movement that demands the safety of our streets. Together, we can urge the municipal government to take immediate action and protect our community from further harm.
Please sign this petition to show your support for safer roads in South Rome. Your signature is not just a mark on a page; it's a pledge to care, to act, and to stand with us for a safer place to live for everyone in our community. Let’s prevent another accident before it happens.
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The Issue
Living in South Rome, Georgia, my family and friends have always found solace in the close-knit community that surrounds us. However, our peace has been disrupted by the alarming frequency of accidents and near misses at the intersections of Grover, Cherokee, and Myrtle Streets with Branham Avenue. This is not just a statistic for us; it is a daily worry when our loved ones step out onto these roads.
Every week, we hear screeching tires and, too often, the terrifying sound of metal on metal. These streets, which should be pathways for safe transit, have become hotspots of danger due to reckless driving and excessive speeds. The safety of our children, parents, and friends is hanging in the balance, and action is urgently needed.
Statistics from the local traffic department confirm what we already know: there has been a significant number of accidents, with tragic outcomes, in our area. According to a 2022 report by the Georgia Department of Transportation, there was a 15% increase in vehicle collisions in our community compared to the previous year. In areas where traffic calming measures such as speed bumps have been installed, the accident rate has drastically decreased, providing a safer environment for everyone.
Adding speed bumps on both sides of Grover, Cherokee, and Myrtle Streets would provide a physical reminder for drivers to slow down and proceed with caution. It’s a simple, yet effective, solution that countless other communities have adopted with positive results. The cost of implementing these measures is small compared to the value of the lives they will save.
We have reached out to local authorities, but we need the backing of our community to make this change a reality. By signing this petition, you will lend your voice to a movement that demands the safety of our streets. Together, we can urge the municipal government to take immediate action and protect our community from further harm.
Please sign this petition to show your support for safer roads in South Rome. Your signature is not just a mark on a page; it's a pledge to care, to act, and to stand with us for a safer place to live for everyone in our community. Let’s prevent another accident before it happens.
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Petition created on August 22, 2026