Hello neighbors and friends in Elm Grove,
Over the past several years that my family has lived in Elm Grove, from our unique vantage point living at the intersection of Gremoor, Hollyhock, and Legion, we have become increasingly aware of an acute safety-focused need for a protected pedestrian path on Gremoor Drive. A recent similar petition was circulated for a potential path on Hollyhock to North and was approved due to neighborhood attendance at the public safety meeting and additional online petition support, ultimately resulting in village funds to be allocated for its construction.
The Village Public Safety Council will be discussing this proposal on Thursday, September 13. Please sign this petition prior to then to show your support. Some of the points I will bring up with the Public Safety Committee are as follows, and I welcome any further input on additional reasons to support such a project.
- Tonawanda children and recreational walkers/cyclists/strollers regularly walk on the "shoulder" of the road closest to my house (13380 Gremoor). The bend in the road on our block combined with any sort of distracted driving has caused many near-misses (I have almost been hit along with my children).
- Cars will park on this "shoulder" during Tonawanda pickup and other Tonawanda events, forcing pedestrians or children on bikes to either travel in the center of the road or go into the steep drainage ditch.
- About an hour prior to sunset, the sun is directly ahead of drivers on Gremoor. This leads to blinding/distraction. This is especially problematic during winter months when Tonawanda children are released from school at times when the sun is in this position.
- After sunset, numerous people still go out for walks or walk their dogs. The bend in the road combined with lowered visibility is a hazard for pedestrians.
- Our community is a vibrant one, with a unique small-town feel within a large metro area. Sidewalks and pedestrian paths help foster community and interaction by allowing neighbors to meet each other on shared pedestrian spaces.
- Elm Grove has many new residents, a significant portion of them having children, and their safety should be of utmost concern to us as neighbors and friends.
Sarah Wynia Smith
13380 Gremoor Dr, Elm Grove WI 53122
Updates
September 6, 2018
The scale of this response is sufficient to move the proposal onto the official agenda for the upcoming Public Safety Council meeting. I am currently finalizing the formal presentation materials to ensure our safety concerns are documented for the record.
19 Comments
I strongly support this initiative. We have three small children and bike and walk this area frequently - safety is of utmost importance. Also, the walkability of Elm Grove is something that is unique and attracted us to this community. Please consider our request.
I strongly support the creation of additional pedestrian pathways in Elm Grove. Safe pathways on the main streets that feed into our school, park and village are necessary for the safety of all, especially our children. As a resident on Gremoor, I have witnessed all of the points that are referenced above.
Our family, including our 3 and 7 year old children, frequently encounters the safety issue at this particular intersection. We encourage the Public Safety Council to take swift action before somebody is hurt. -King Family, 13120 Dunwoody Dr.
Pedestrian paths along well traveled roads enhance the viability of the Village. They serve as a tactic to keeping our neighborhoods vibrant and safe
I strongly support the construction of additional pedestrian paths in Elm Grove. This path will extend the intersection of Legion and Gremoor to the east where many walk their kids to school or their pets on their way to the Village park.
This pedestrian path is important for safety and for community health by encouraging walking, biking etc.
Seems like a wise investment in our community!
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Hello neighbors and friends in Elm Grove,
Over the past several years that my family has lived in Elm Grove, from our unique vantage point living at the intersection of Gremoor, Hollyhock, and Legion, we have become increasingly aware of an acute safety-focused need for a protected pedestrian path on Gremoor Drive. A recent similar petition was circulated for a potential path on Hollyhock to North and was approved due to neighborhood attendance at the public safety meeting and additional online petition support, ultimately resulting in village funds to be allocated for its construction.
The Village Public Safety Council will be discussing this proposal on Thursday, September 13. Please sign this petition prior to then to show your support. Some of the points I will bring up with the Public Safety Committee are as follows, and I welcome any further input on additional reasons to support such a project.
- Tonawanda children and recreational walkers/cyclists/strollers regularly walk on the "shoulder" of the road closest to my house (13380 Gremoor). The bend in the road on our block combined with any sort of distracted driving has caused many near-misses (I have almost been hit along with my children).
- Cars will park on this "shoulder" during Tonawanda pickup and other Tonawanda events, forcing pedestrians or children on bikes to either travel in the center of the road or go into the steep drainage ditch.
- About an hour prior to sunset, the sun is directly ahead of drivers on Gremoor. This leads to blinding/distraction. This is especially problematic during winter months when Tonawanda children are released from school at times when the sun is in this position.
- After sunset, numerous people still go out for walks or walk their dogs. The bend in the road combined with lowered visibility is a hazard for pedestrians.
- Our community is a vibrant one, with a unique small-town feel within a large metro area. Sidewalks and pedestrian paths help foster community and interaction by allowing neighbors to meet each other on shared pedestrian spaces.
- Elm Grove has many new residents, a significant portion of them having children, and their safety should be of utmost concern to us as neighbors and friends.
Sarah Wynia Smith
13380 Gremoor Dr, Elm Grove WI 53122
Updates
September 6, 2018
The scale of this response is sufficient to move the proposal onto the official agenda for the upcoming Public Safety Council meeting. I am currently finalizing the formal presentation materials to ensure our safety concerns are documented for the record.
19 Comments
This path would significantly enhance safe pedestrian access in the neighborhood and especially so close to an elementary school.
I strongly support this initiative. We have three small children and bike and walk this area frequently - safety is of utmost importance. Also, the walkability of Elm Grove is something that is unique and attracted us to this community. Please consider our request.
I strongly support the creation of additional pedestrian pathways in Elm Grove. Safe pathways on the main streets that feed into our school, park and village are necessary for the safety of all, especially our children. As a resident on Gremoor, I have witnessed all of the points that are referenced above.
Our family, including our 3 and 7 year old children, frequently encounters the safety issue at this particular intersection. We encourage the Public Safety Council to take swift action before somebody is hurt. -King Family, 13120 Dunwoody Dr.
Pedestrian paths along well traveled roads enhance the viability of the Village. They serve as a tactic to keeping our neighborhoods vibrant and safe
I strongly support the construction of additional pedestrian paths in Elm Grove. This path will extend the intersection of Legion and Gremoor to the east where many walk their kids to school or their pets on their way to the Village park.
This pedestrian path is important for safety and for community health by encouraging walking, biking etc.
Seems like a wise investment in our community!
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This path would significantly enhance safe pedestrian access in the neighborhood and especially so close to an elementary school.