Speed Control Magnolia Neighborhood

The Issue

Dakota Couch
420 N Magnolia Dr
Clarksville, TN 37042
Phone: (618) 638-5897

 

April 16, 2026

City of Clarksville
Street Department / Traffic Engineering Division

Subject: Formal Request for Speed Control Measures in Residential Neighborhood

 

To Whom It May Concern,

I am writing to formally request the installation of traffic-calming measures, specifically speed bumps, in my neighborhood located on North Magnolia Drive. This request is being made due to ongoing and increasingly dangerous speeding within this residential area.

Vehicles frequently travel at speeds well above the posted limits, creating a hazardous environment for residents. This is especially concerning given the presence of children, pedestrians, and routine neighborhood activity. The current conditions pose a clear, preventable risk to public safety.

There have been multiple instances of unsafe driving behavior and near incidents that highlight the need for immediate intervention. Without corrective action, it is only a matter of time before a serious accident occurs.

I respectfully request that the City of Clarksville conduct a traffic assessment of this area and consider the prompt installation of speed bumps or other appropriate traffic-calming measures. I am also submitting a petition with signatures from other residents who share these concerns and support this request.

Thank you for your time and attention to this matter. I look forward to your response and to any steps the city can take to improve the safety of our neighborhood.

Sincerely,
Dakota Couch

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The Issue

Dakota Couch
420 N Magnolia Dr
Clarksville, TN 37042
Phone: (618) 638-5897

 

April 16, 2026

City of Clarksville
Street Department / Traffic Engineering Division

Subject: Formal Request for Speed Control Measures in Residential Neighborhood

 

To Whom It May Concern,

I am writing to formally request the installation of traffic-calming measures, specifically speed bumps, in my neighborhood located on North Magnolia Drive. This request is being made due to ongoing and increasingly dangerous speeding within this residential area.

Vehicles frequently travel at speeds well above the posted limits, creating a hazardous environment for residents. This is especially concerning given the presence of children, pedestrians, and routine neighborhood activity. The current conditions pose a clear, preventable risk to public safety.

There have been multiple instances of unsafe driving behavior and near incidents that highlight the need for immediate intervention. Without corrective action, it is only a matter of time before a serious accident occurs.

I respectfully request that the City of Clarksville conduct a traffic assessment of this area and consider the prompt installation of speed bumps or other appropriate traffic-calming measures. I am also submitting a petition with signatures from other residents who share these concerns and support this request.

Thank you for your time and attention to this matter. I look forward to your response and to any steps the city can take to improve the safety of our neighborhood.

Sincerely,
Dakota Couch

The Decision Makers

Joseph Pitts
Clarksville City Mayor
Clarksville City Council
12 Members
Ambar Marquis
Clarksville City Council - Ward 5
Brian Zacharias
Clarksville City Council - Ward 1
Joe Shakeenab
Clarksville City Council - Ward 11

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Petition created on April 16, 2026