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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Cincinnati public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Pleasant Ridge Pedestrian Safety Improvements
An extra $23,240 in ODOT grant money would fund street calming and pedestrian safety measures around the University of Cincinnati campus.
Road Paving and Infrastructure Investment
Councilmember Jeffreys' adopted motion forces a 30-day report on what it would cost to pave 120 lane miles a year — well above the 70 currently planned — potentially using bonding capacity.
School Zone Traffic Safety and Speed Audits
Council is pushing for a complete review of crashes and vehicle speeds in school zones across Cincinnati to ensure kids are safe walking to class.
Traffic Calming and Pedestrian Safety
The city's traffic calming program is installing speed cushions, raised crosswalks, and stop bumps to protect pedestrians. Data shows these efforts are successfully cutting down dangerous speeding and reducing traffic crashes across neighborhoods.
Traffic Safety and Infrastructure in the Beekman Corridor
Residents and community advocates from South Fairmount and the Beekman Corridor urged the city to fund traffic calming measures to address speeding and pedestrian safety concerns.
Sidewalk Snow and Ice Removal Policy
City leaders are looking at how to make sure sidewalks get shoveled after major snowstorms so pedestrians, seniors, and transit riders don't have to walk in the street. The upcoming report will explore enforcement, city-owned property maintenance, and ways to help residents who physically can't shovel.