Community demands safer crosswalks after near miss

During a recent government meeting, resident Theresa Snyder raised concerns regarding the safety of crosswalks in Medina. Snyder highlighted an issue with the existing yellow blinking lights, noting that vehicles are not required to stop for them, which poses a risk to pedestrians. She proposed the installation of red lights at crosswalks to enhance safety measures.

Snyder recounted a personal experience from the previous Monday, where she observed the yellow lights flashing while driving south from North Court. She stopped for the lights, as did the driver behind her, allowing pedestrians to cross safely. Her comments underscore the ongoing dialogue about improving pedestrian safety in the community, emphasizing the need for more effective traffic signals at crosswalks.