In a move geared toward enhancing road safety for everyone, the Milton City Council decided yesterday to slash speed limits on Batesville Road, Hamby Road, and Hickory Flat Road. According to a report by the City of Milton, the new limits will drop from 45 to 40 mph, a response to the Local Road Safety Plan's recommendations for curbing speed to protect drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians alike. Public Works Director Sara Leaders said in the meeting, "We'll be preparing for the next round of (potential) speed limit reductions," hinting at a continuing trend of traffic calming in the area.
The Council's latest legislative action continues to focus on improving local infrastructure and services. As part of a unanimous vote on various Consent Agenda items, the city is providing the Milton Arts Council with complimentary storage space for their materials. Additionally, the Council honored community achievements, celebrating individuals and groups contributing to Milton's livelihood, such as the Cambridge Youth Track Team for their remarkable rise to fame in just three years. September was also proclaimed as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, a time to remember and support those affected by pediatric cancer.
Not to be overlooked, updates were provided on the comprehensive Deerfield Implementation Plan, which aims to shape the future of the Deerfield area with a cohesive development vision. "It's a good start," Councilmember Jan Jacobus remarked, reflecting on the progress made so far, as reported by the City of Milton. A public event is scheduled for Friday at the Milton Municipal Court, where citizens can learn more and share their input directly with the project team.
Finally, in adherence to regional development policies, the City Council has authorized the submission of the Capital Improvement Element (CIE) Annual update to the Atlanta Regional Commission. This vital step ensures Milton continues to be in a position to collect impact fees for crucial infrastructure developments. Moreover, as part of meeting federal regulatory requirements, unanimous votes were cast to purchase "stream credit" and "wetland credit" related to the Morris Road widening project, which points to Milton's commitment to balancing progress with environmental stewardship.
