Summary
Residents along Willow Street are pushing for more traffic calming measures, like additional speed bumps and stop signs, to slow down drivers and improve visibility at tricky intersections near the Pine Bush Preserve.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jul 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
Costs would involve signage, potential road modifications, and possible grant funding for permanent digital speed signs.
Willow Street residents, pedestrians, and families living near the Pine Bush Preserve corridor.
Drivers accustomed to higher speeds or uninhibited travel along Willow Street.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Traffic Safety Committee - Jul 14, 2026
Willow Street residents reported that motorists speed up significantly after passing the single existing speed hump, reaching speeds up to 58 mph. The committee discussed conducting an engineering study for additional humps and checking for grant funding.
Town Board (Regular) - Mar 17, 2026
New stop signs are being installed at Willow Street's intersections with Pineview Drive and Siver Road to improve safety in high-traffic areas near the Albany Pine Bush Preserve.
Traffic Safety Committee - Mar 10, 2026
Residents along Willow Street are pushing for more traffic calming measures, like additional speed bumps and stop signs, to slow down drivers and improve visibility at tricky intersections near the Pine Bush Preserve.
Town Board (Regular) - Jan 20, 2026
Residents expressed frustration over traffic safety on Willow Street, noting that a single speed bump led to vandalism and harassment. They urged the town to implement a comprehensive traffic safety plan rather than isolated measures.
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