Summary
Residents expressed concerns regarding traffic flow and safety, particularly around new commercial drive-thrus and school zones.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 10
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
The new pedestrian buttons alone cost $16,000.
Local residents and business patrons.
Nearby residents concerned about increased traffic.
Mentions & discussions (11)
Neighborhood Districts - Sep 2, 2026
The city is looking at traffic flow on 1600 West and safety for students crossing near Sunset Elementary. These studies could lead to new traffic calming measures or infrastructure changes in your neighborhood.
Neighborhood Districts - Jul 29, 2026
Residents are concerned about speeding on local streets. The board is using matching grants to install speed signs and working with the city on road-narrowing measures.
Neighborhood Districts - Jun 17, 2026
Residents are worried about speeding and pedestrian safety near a local school and want a formal study to find solutions.
Landmarks Commission (Work) - Mar 18, 2026
The city is adding a new signal at 700 East and 800 North and upgrading the 500 North/University Avenue intersection to include protected left turns and better pedestrian signals.
Neighborhood Districts - Mar 18, 2026
The city is installing a new light at 700 East and 800 North and upgrading the signal at 500 North and Freedom Blvd to reduce accidents and help pedestrians.
Planning Commission Administrative Hearings - Jan 21, 2026
Residents expressed concerns regarding traffic flow and safety, particularly around new commercial drive-thrus and school zones.
Landmarks Commission - Jan 21, 2026
Neighbors are worried that new retail and storage developments will increase traffic congestion and make it harder to get in and out of local drive-thrus.
Provo Police conduct pedestrian crosswalk safety operation
Provo Police conduct pedestrian crosswalk safety operation ABC4 Utah
Neighborhood Districts - Jun 4, 2025
Residents are struggling with long-term driveway closures and safety issues for kids walking to school due to the 820 North construction project.
Neighborhood Districts - Mar 19, 2025
Residents are worried about speeding and pedestrian safety near schools. The board is working to get more traffic studies done to address these risks.
Neighborhood Districts - Feb 19, 2025
Residents are worried about parking overflow into neighborhoods during tournaments. The city is introducing license plate readers to manage the lot more efficiently.
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