- After years of concerns, the speed limit on the busy corridor was reduced from 35 to 30 mph. Neighbors say the adjustment may seem minor to drivers but could significantly increase safety for pedestrians and families in Florence.
- Daycare owner Jacque Casey recalled a terrifying crash when a car plowed through a fence and into her playground just before Christmas. The event caused lasting trauma and became a rallying point for parents and residents demanding speed reductions, more signage, and better lighting.
- Groups like Keep Kids Alive, Drive 25 supported neighbors’ advocacy, noting that lowering speeds by just 5 mph can reduce pedestrian injuries by up to 15% and fatalities by as much as 30%.
BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:
A stretch of 30th Street in Florence is now slower than before — and for neighbors, that small change is a big victory.
The speed limit on the road leading from Interstate 680 into the 30th Street corridor dropped from 35 miles per hour to 30…