Summary
A parent reported that his daughter was nearly struck by a driver running the pedestrian light at Milham and Oregon while crossing to Northern schools. He asked for flashing beacons or a crossing guard, noting hundreds of students cross there daily; the mayor promised follow-up.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
Unknown — flashing beacons or crossing guard coverage would carry city costs not yet estimated.
Hundreds of students walking or biking to Northern middle and high schools and the community school.
Students and families face injury risk from drivers who run the pedestrian signal.
Mentions & discussions (1)
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