Modify 103rd Street for Brookwood Elementary children's safety
Modify 103rd Street for Brookwood Elementary children's safety
The Issue
Every day, children in our community embark on their journey to Brookwood Elementary, navigating sidewalks that border the busy and often dangerous 103rd Street. This stretch, from Roe Avenue to Mission Avenue, exposes our children to grave risks as they walk just feet away from vehicles traveling at speeds often exceeding 50 mph on this four-lane road (despite the fact that even the City of Overland Park maps don't seem to know what the actual speed limit on this corridor should be: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hBRYr2Wp2gNq9_CxVuqnA_3gHAf3fLAk/view
As parents and community members, our primary concern is the safety and well-being of our children. We believe that a child's journey to school should not be fraught with fear and peril. The current setup of 103rd Street does not provide the necessary safety standards for young pedestrians, especially when considering the high traffic volumes and speeds common in this area.
This week, the Leawood Public Works Committee approved a "road diet" on the stretch of 103rd street east of Mission to State Line. Information about the road diet can be found here: https://leawood.civicweb.net/document/225633/Review%20of%20103rd%20Street%20Road%20Diet%20Study%20-%20Contin.pdf?handle=63CE58C9AD044051B5D3CD5703FDC7FB
We are asking for the City of Overland Park to consider a similar measure along the 103rd corridor between Roe Avenue and Mission Road to ensure the commute for ALL children to Brookwood is safe. Additional alterations could include the installation of protective barriers along the sidewalks, reduced speed zones during school commuting hours, flashing caution lights, and enhanced pedestrian crossings, especially at the intersection of 103rd street and Mission Road. Such measures would effectively slow down traffic and making drivers more aware of children present on their route.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, pedestrian fatalities have risen over the past decade. Many of these fatalities involve roadways that present similar hazards to those in our area. By implementing these changes to 103rd Street, we can proactively protect our children from becoming part of these concerning statistics and ensure a safer community for all.
We urge the local government of Overland Park to prioritize this matter. By taking immediate action, we can prevent potential tragedies and foster a safer, more supportive environment for our city’s youngest members.
Join us in making 103rd Street a haven of safety for our children. Sign this petition to demand necessary changes and show your support for the safety of our community's children.
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The Issue
Every day, children in our community embark on their journey to Brookwood Elementary, navigating sidewalks that border the busy and often dangerous 103rd Street. This stretch, from Roe Avenue to Mission Avenue, exposes our children to grave risks as they walk just feet away from vehicles traveling at speeds often exceeding 50 mph on this four-lane road (despite the fact that even the City of Overland Park maps don't seem to know what the actual speed limit on this corridor should be: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hBRYr2Wp2gNq9_CxVuqnA_3gHAf3fLAk/view
As parents and community members, our primary concern is the safety and well-being of our children. We believe that a child's journey to school should not be fraught with fear and peril. The current setup of 103rd Street does not provide the necessary safety standards for young pedestrians, especially when considering the high traffic volumes and speeds common in this area.
This week, the Leawood Public Works Committee approved a "road diet" on the stretch of 103rd street east of Mission to State Line. Information about the road diet can be found here: https://leawood.civicweb.net/document/225633/Review%20of%20103rd%20Street%20Road%20Diet%20Study%20-%20Contin.pdf?handle=63CE58C9AD044051B5D3CD5703FDC7FB
We are asking for the City of Overland Park to consider a similar measure along the 103rd corridor between Roe Avenue and Mission Road to ensure the commute for ALL children to Brookwood is safe. Additional alterations could include the installation of protective barriers along the sidewalks, reduced speed zones during school commuting hours, flashing caution lights, and enhanced pedestrian crossings, especially at the intersection of 103rd street and Mission Road. Such measures would effectively slow down traffic and making drivers more aware of children present on their route.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, pedestrian fatalities have risen over the past decade. Many of these fatalities involve roadways that present similar hazards to those in our area. By implementing these changes to 103rd Street, we can proactively protect our children from becoming part of these concerning statistics and ensure a safer community for all.
We urge the local government of Overland Park to prioritize this matter. By taking immediate action, we can prevent potential tragedies and foster a safer, more supportive environment for our city’s youngest members.
Join us in making 103rd Street a haven of safety for our children. Sign this petition to demand necessary changes and show your support for the safety of our community's children.
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Petition created on December 4, 2025