5.14.2026 PROPOSED SPEED LIMITS PUBLIC INPUT SUMMARY TEMPE FINAL ATTACHMENT 4.PDF

City of Tempe — Regular City Council Meeting (2026-05-14)

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Tempe Responses to Proposed Speed Limit Changes FY25/26

Methodology: Data was pulled for respondents that stated they lived in Tempe, a zip code in
Tempe, an area in Tempe i.e. “Shalimar area ”or provided an address. Please note that the total
number of Tempe data points will not add up to the address map in the main report because
that map includes just addresses in Tempe not areas or zip codes.

1. Do you support the proposed speed limit changes for Broadway Road?

Total responses: 280

2. Why did you select your answer in the previous question?

Yes responses:
1.
It would be consistent across Broadway
2.
There is no justifiable reason to drive at excessive speed on roadways where
pedestrians, cyclists, and turning vehicles are present. Slower is safer
3.
Consistent 40 MPH speed across this area means people are ready for speed
cameras and an established culture of multi-modal transport around Downtown Tempe
4.
I drive it often and the traffic gets kind of crazy.
5.
consistency the length of Broadway and safer travel
6.
Should be lower speed limit. However, the COT needs to actually inforce speed limits
otherwise its useless.
7.
I support the seed limit change. Speeding has become a major factor impacting traffic
safety for drivers, bikers and pedestrians.
8.
People drive way over speed limit
9.
Cars drive way too fast through here. Lowering the speed limit is a good first step, but
all of Broadway should be re-designed to include center medians, no more than two
car lanes in each direction, and wider sidewalks throughout the corridor. Dedicated
bus lanes should also be evaluated. The redesign between Mill and Rural was a good
start, it is time to implement this safer design across the whole corridor. Biking and
walking on Broadway currently does not feel safe.
10. I support slowing down traffic to protect pedestrians.
11. The speed on Broadway regularly exceeds 45 mph.with very little speed limit
enforcement.
12. The proposed speed limit change eliminates confusion that now exists due to differing
speed limits along this corridor.
13. Speed kills.
14. I believe that reducing the speed limit on this road will make it safer, and (modestly)
reduce air pollution. It will also make the speed limit more consistent for Broadway Rd
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42%
56%
Not sure (7)
No (117)
Yes (156)

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within Tempe. I believe that it is confusing for drivers to have the limit be 40 mph in
some places, and 45 mph in others.
15. Traffic can flow, letting people get to their destination in the same amount of time, with
infrastructure changes. We do not need small roads like Broadway to be 7 lanes wide,
wider than highways across most of Europe. Reducing speed limits increases safety
for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists. It will also make it safer to enter or exit the
road. Reducing traffic signal intervals so that you can cross an intersection with less
frustration, and reducing the amber light duration will help with creating a need to
actually stop before red. I see a minimum of 1-3 cars go through red at every crossing,
and if you count amber, you can often see as many as 5-10. And, no danger of
consequences. In Europe most urban speed limits were dropped from 30mph to
20mph over the past 5 years, simply because the statistics showed that (with a small
European car designed for impact with pedestrians) at 30mph a child had a 60%
chance of being killed, whereas 20mph gave them a 60% chance of survival. So
reducing speeds from 45 to 40 is a step in the right direction, but far from making
anything safe in any way.
16. I support all reduction in speed limits. A reduction in speed limit closer to 30 would
make more sense to the streets that abut neighborhoods. Our streets need to be safe
for all users, which includes pedestrians, cyclists, transit users, and cars. Data shows
that reduced speed does not impact congestion, as traffic lights are timed
appropriately and folks who need to travel at higher speeds then travel on our
highways, which in Tempe are accessible and plentiful. While reduction in speed is a
great first step, additional changes should include infrastructure changes to make the
streets more difficult to speed along including bump outs, medians, barriered bike
lanes and bus-only lanes.
17. Better to have a uniform speed than up, down, up. The west end is fine at 45 since
there isn't really anything there and serves more as a freeway connection but fine with
east end dropping to 40.
18. I agree the speed limit should be reconsidered as noted. Dropping to 40 for the entire
stretch makes sense from a safety perspective.
19. Police enforcement required,not flags blowing in the wind
20. Makes this section consistent with adjacent speed limits.
21. Consistenty
22. The 45 mph section currently passes Tempe High School and residences on the south
side of the street, so that really needs to change. I really think that it should be reduced
to 35 mph and if possible to 25 mph, not just during school hours since there are
people living along that section of road. Drivers are currently NOT obeying the speed
limit as evidenced by the presence of a traffic camera frequently placed south side of
the road, west of the railroad tracks.
23. Traffic noise to neighboring homes
24. Even though I have lived here less than 6 months, I believe having a decrease in
speed limits is worthwhile.I believe a good amount of drivers would be willing to drive
at least 5 mph less than how it is now. From what I've seen around here many drive
around the speed limit, unless they're passing or being reckless. I think lowering the
speed limit would help reduce accidents and the likelihood of them. These reasons
may not sound like strong evidence to lower speed limits, but to me I believe they
make sense and support lowering the speed limit in the proposed areas here in
Tempe.
25. I agree to lower the speed limits in Tempe because I see too many drivers driving way
over the speed limit. I've also seen too many drivers going through RED lights.
26. It's safer and that's the priority.
27. To make the speed limits consistent, which makes it easier for drivers to remember.
Also, speed kills so anywhere that we can have slower vehicle traffic means a safer
environment for everyone.

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28. Slower speeds are safer. Broadway is a narrow road and it would be safer with a lower
speed limit.
29. I live on Broadway and traffic is too fast. We also need more crosswalks and traffic
calming redesigns.
30. Many drivers speed, making stretches of Broadway have unsafe conditions with cars
often going 55 mph. This creates a sense of aggression, especially as traffic starts to
increase toward busy times. Anything to calm the driving styles on Broadway would
be very beneficial. I would support 35 mph across all of Broadway.
31. 40 MPH is a reasonable speed given mixed residential/commercial artery.
32. Speed in invariably a major cause of accidents, however, I think it will take physical
improvements beyond posting a new speed limit sign that will slow people down.
33. I live near broadway road and speed needs to be lowered.
34. Speeding and pedestrian crossings
35. Slower speeds = safer and quieter streets for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians.
36. Slower speeds are safer for all street users.
37. This road has been a mess for a long time. Different speed limits half way thru two
major intersections. Personally I believe the speed limit should be the same in all
directions of an intersection and speed limits should be consistent between two major
arterial streets.
38. Like the idea, however suggest warning tickets for a year.
39. With the new curved bridge and on ramp to WB I-10 changing traffic flow it would help
if vehicles moved a bit slower
40. I support Vision Zero to eliminate roadway deaths and traffic calming measures are
critical to the viability of safe communities.
41. There's more vehicle traffic in both parts and in the eastern portion more pedestrian
traffic
42. The street length of Broadway is 5 miles, my preference is that it be a consistent
speed throughout the entire city, not split as it is now. However, as a heavily travelled
road, during peak traffic, the Level of Service is very slow, so speed is self regulated
by the amount of traffic. During non-peak periods however, the areas that are
predominantly industrial and commercial may not need slower speed on a street
originally designed as a 45 mph arterial. We have added sidewalks and bike lane
enhancements between Mill and Rural, where the predominant bike/ped traffic is, so
lower speed in this area makes sense. Overall, it's probably fine, if residents and
business owners along this corridor want it, then consistency is better than changing
speeds every few miles.
43. I feel people drive too fast now, reducing the speed will discourage 50mph+ and
hopefully reduce the number of traffic incidents.
44. Although many drivers will continue to exceed the speed limit, the reduction may help
in the long run. Increased traffic means reduced speed. Use this comment for your
following questions.
45. People are driving too fast everywhere!
46. 45 means 54 to most and that's too fast
47. 40 is plenty fast enough and will not impede the flow of traffic. 45 means some drivers
are doing 55, which is dangerous with all the entry and exit points.
48. Safety
49. as a frequent pedestrian and cyclist, the roads have gotten quite a bit more dangerous
over the years. I have noticed more speeding and distracted driving; specifically on
broadway, I have seen a man driving with his knees while smoking some type of drug
from a tin foil! I think the lower speed limits will keep our roads safer.
50. Drivers go well beyond speed limit now.
51. Slower speed limits make for safer streets
52. I think it'd be safer for the pedestrians and cyclists.
53. Lower speeds are safer, as we continue to develop our city we should continue to
design in ways that benefit pedestrians.

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54. Increased safety for all road users and speed limit consistency.
55. I think the only real ways to reduce speed limits that are respected is to redesign the
road itself. When the road is straight and wide open, no obstructions people feel
internally safer driving faster and often don't realize that. A simple way to help is
reducing the number of lanes to 2, and the outermost lanes could be converted to
dedicated bus/bikelanes separate from traffic lanes where private vehicles can't drive.
Also needs to include good median design for good line of sight as well as strategic
landscaping/street trees to not only provide needed shade, sense of enclosure by the
trees can subconsciously slow drivers as well as reducing temperatures/improving air
quality, reducing some noise pollution to nearby properties. Signs don't do a good job
at reducing speeds, the design and layout of the road itself is a huge deal.
56. This area should be safe for multiple modes of transportation -- those using alternative
forms of transportation as well as vehicles. This area has lots of businesses, and
turning in/out of them will be more safe if oncoming traffic is moving more slowly.
Lowering the speed limit makes it safer for everyone.
57. Improved safety
58. I think the whole city should be 40 mph or less.
59. I drive the speed limit or less now and I'm tail gated and honked at by drivers in cars
and motorcycles speeding by going well over the posted speed limit.
60. Primary reason is increased safety. A lower speed limit generally leads to a significant
reduction in the severity of crashes, especially for pedestrians and cyclists. The
difference in impact force and stopping distance between 45 mph and 40 mph is
substantial, giving drivers more time to react and reducing the chance of fatal injury in
a collision. Additionally, this is a denser area that should have its speeds reduced even
further. Lastly, a 5 MPH reduction will result in a neglible reduction in transit time since
congestion and signals primarily dictate transit times.
61. It will be safer
62. Drive on Broadway every day. 40 feels much more safe
63. Tired of speeding on city streets
64. Cars already exceed speed limits. The change will at least dial back speeding a bit.
65. I believe that lower speed limits will ensure better safety for vehicles and pedestrians.
66. I frequent Broadway Rd a lot, and notice a lot of drivers speeding way above 45 mph. I
live on Broadway Rd and need to make a left turn onto the street, and find it more
difficult when drivers are driving at 45mph or more. I see a lot of jaywalking as well in
those areas, ad well as bikers in the bike lanes. I feel reducing the speed by 5mph will
make it feel safer for all those who travel on Broadway Rd.
67. Lowering the speed limit makes the road safer for everyone and greatly reduces the
probability of fatal crashes.
68. There are schools around the area
69. Thank goodness. I've been avoiding this street for years because of the crazies.
70. Although I don't think that it will do anything to actually curb the speeding problem we
have, I am hopeful that those who are interested in public safety will follow it. I do see
the potential danger in those who will speed regardless to go just as fast while
everyone else slows down, but alongside that concern I would hope that would mean
that law enforcement would have more of a vested interest in stopping them. As it
stands, there seems to have been very little (where I have noticed) effort to stop the
speed racing that goes on at night. I've personally witnessed the deadly after effects of
that along with the deadly consequences of people's poor driving habits in general. At
least once a month I am almost hit or I see an accident unfold in front of me. More
effort should be placed overall to protect drivers and pedestrians/cyclists from these
people.
71. People drive too fast and too recklessly, so anything that contributes to safety on our
streets is good. I live just off Broadway Rd where the speed reduction is proposed, and
know first hand how drivers proceed on that road. Yes, lower the speed limits!!!
72. We should decrease speeds anywhere bikes, walkers, dogs, kids commute!

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73. I bike and lower speed limits are always a good thing.
74. Speeding is a problem in Tempe and lower speed limits hopefully will help.
75. To make the speed consistent!
76. 45 is too fast to be safe
77. Broadway is very congested at times, and if the lights would be re-programmed to
allow smooth East-West flow it would move traffic through town quicker.
78. There are many student pedestrians and cyclists, both Tempe High School and ASU
students that heavily utilize this area. Lower speed limits would make it safer.
79. Reducing speed limits will make pedestrians and cyclists safer.
80. Very busy road.
81. too many accidents and speeders
82. Lots of heavier traffic
83. It is time for Tempe to prioritize safety over excessive speeds.
84. I live near this roadway and bike and walk here frequently. The area has several
schools and many ASU students using active transportation. Slower car speeds would
make everyone safer.
85. to reduce the severity of injuries when a crash occurs
86. Pe0ple drive too fast. Pedestrians get hurt.
87. On Broadway Road, the traffic is often quite heavy; drivers may not be very watchful.
45 mph is simply too fast for safety. 40 mph is much better.
88. It's a smaller road with housing right next to it in some areas
89. Higher pedestrian, bicycle, and scooter traffic along this stretch. Slower traffic will
reduce vehicle speeds and make it safer for non vehicle travelers.
90. Broadway has frequent driveways, bus stops, and turning movements that create
constant conflict points. A 40 mph limit better matches how the street actually functions
and reduces the severity of crashes on a corridor used daily by people walking, biking,
and taking transit.
91. Consistency would be great. Would also like to see the same sort of bike lanes and
other improvements made between Mill and Rural AT THE SAME TIME as you lower
the speed limit. Don't do one without the other. No one will drive 40 mph on the
portions that are 3 lanes in each direction. Don't believe me? Hang out on Rural and
Alameda for a few hours with a radar gun.
92. Because speeds are currently too fast and people drive unsafeley in the area.
93. We are a family that rides our bikes and with the speed limit being 45 most drivers are
actually going 55+ and distracted. I would even propose it dropping down to 35mph
94. People drive way too fast here. If you want to help promote safer streets for walking &
biking, we need to lower the speed limits.
95. We need safer speed limits because so many community members ride bikes and use
these streets
96. I believe lower speed limits will create a safer environment for bikers and pedestrians.
97. I am a cyclist, as is my family, including 2 kids. Speeding vehicles put us at
tremendous risk. I think decreasing speed limits might be a great way to improve street
safety for everyone, especially vulnerable populations.
98. streets in Tempe SHOULD be lower speed limits than they are, and ALL of Broadway
and other streets be restructured as boulevards with real, protected bike lanes and
wider sidewalks
99. people drive too fast in tempe
100. Speed is the reason for so many accidents.
101. Speed kills. The higher the speed, the more injuries and death you will have.
Presumably, lower speed limits will reduce traffic-related injury and death. But the
bigger issue is that Tempe barely enforces the existing speed limit, due to lack of
police and technological enforcement resources, or sheer lack of political will on the
part of city officials. Frankly, I would be happy if the city enforced our existing speed
limits.
102. People drive to fast.

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103. I agree with the City that speeds on many of our materials are too high. As especially
the north part of the city has added a lot of new housing and also commercial and
office uses, the complexity of street use is too much for high speed limits.
104. Yes, I would like the area along the Tempe Maker District (between Priest Dr & Mill
Ave) to be more pedestrian friendly and have bicycle lanes.
105. This area seems tighter and I feel this is a good speed change
106. I think speed limits changing on the same street makes drivers not realize that the
speed limit is different past a certain point. I see this all the time on SR-51 in the 55
mph areas. If the speed limit were lower throughout the entire street, that would be
safer and result in less speeding in the areas that are already lower.
107. Currently, a lot of drivers driving through Broadway adjust their speed to the 45mph
sections and won't slow down when they enter the 40mph corridor.
108. The city is changing. Frankly, if we want to become a world class city that takes Vision
Zero seriously, we need to slow down cars. My only concern is that the speed limit
should actually be going down to 35 mph.
109. I use this road frequently to commute
110. Drivers are aggressively fast.
111. Waking along broadway road makes you feel like you're in a Mad Max movie.
112. safety is paramount
113. I support reducing the speed limits but enforcement is the key.
114. I support speed limit reductions in all areas of the city. It is the right thing for the city to
do and everyone needs to slow down and pay attention.
115. I've seen people driving way over the speed limit all over the city. It used to be that
people said that police wouldn't ticket people as long as they were going within about 5
mph of the speed limit, but now, I've heard people saying that police won't ticket them
for going more than 10 mph of the speed limit. It's sort of like increasing the "2 second
rule" or "5 second rule" for eating food off the floor to the "10 second rule." None of
these are actually real rules, but they make people feel like things they've already
decided to do are okay. Seeing the limit numbers go backward instead of forward to
accommodate their increasing of their mental limits may influence some drivers to be a
little more considerate and see that pushing the limits get some push-back.
116. Lower speed limits improve public health and safety!
117. consistency would be good throughout the corridor. Enforcement will be an issue
118. I live in this area and we need a better sense of safety coming from drivers. A better
pedestrian culture.
119. I'd hope if traffic was going slower, cars would be able to stop more readily for cyclists
and pedestrians.
120. one constant speed limit for the entire road

No responses:
1.
I think it is fine the way it is.
2.
It's a comfortable speed and I pay attention to all traffic/pedestrians near me.
3.
The speed limits are fine as they are and don't need to be changed.
4.
Please leave the speed limits as is. The sections that are 45 mph have less congestion
and allow me to get where I need to go.
5.
Let's not be like Scottsdale and lower the speed limit everywhere. People need to get
to work.
6.
45 is fine
7.
The speed is safe with improved safety of cars. There are not pedestrians in the area.
Traffic is bad enough.
8.
Stop with the controlling speeds already! First there are random pop up speed traps,
and now you want to make it even more cumbersome to drive around this city by
further slowing traffic! Is someone that works in Tempe bored and trying to create busy
work for themselves?? Good grief, leave the traffic speed where they are!!

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9.
I feel that if the Police need to enforce the speeding by writing tickets, Until driver's
see these actions happening, they will continue to speed. It doesn't matter what you
change the speed limit to, if there is no enforcement being by writing tickets to the
violators. I am referring to having a police presence in the area.
10. I would agree with reducing it from Terrace to Los Feliz as that has a great deal of
commercial activity and high-density traffic for a major portion of the day. I would not
agree with lowering the speed from Los Feliz east to the city line as there is only high-
density traffic during rush hour periods. The traffic density and road conditions would
support 45 mph the rest of the time.
11. I think the single most valuable thing to do is to enforce the speed limits we currently
have. We can put up new signage that further limits speed, but much like the lovely
person who travels down the stretch of Hermosa near my house at 60MPH+ with their
unrestricted exhaust, unless we enforce the limits consistently slower limits will just
irritate the good people of Tempe.
12. Tempe is slowly lowering speed limits by 5 mph. I would expect that they will lower it
again next year. People do not trust Tempe to not keep lowering speed limits.
13. Its low enough... the real issue is poor drivers that drive too slow
14. There has been no significant or noticeable change to pedestrian/bicycle traffic to
require reducing the speed limit in these areas
15. Changing the speed limit in that area may reduce mobility while not having a large
impact on how pedestrian friendly the area is- especially with the significant car traffic
that passes through that part of Broadway and lack of housing density. Should more
multifamily housing and walkable amenities be built in that area, I would support re-
evaluating this change
16. Speed is not the issue with Tempe traffic. In fact changing the speed along the length
seems like a speed trap to give out tickets.
17. Passage onto the freeways remains a very trafficked area, and decreasing speed
limits will exacerbate the congestion during rush hours
18. I do not support lowering any roads speed limit in Tempe at all. Leave the roads as
they are. And while we're at it, take down the stupid speed cameras. We didn't vote for
them and we didn't vote for this either.
19. The city struggles to enforce existing codes and laws, lowering the limit exacerbates
this issue without benefit. Enforce the current limits.
20. No documents show the effect of previous speed limit reductions. If the previous
reductions are not reducing accidents, injuries or deaths, then I do not see a reason for
these reductions.
21. All it will do is generate more ticket revenue and increase insurance costs for Tempe
residents.....the existing speed limits are FINE if enforced!
22. This area isn't as impacted by the proposed needs discussed for justifying the change.
It's not pedestrian or bike centric.
23. You already have speed and red light cameras that the public did not want.... This is
just an effort to increase the tickets issued by those cameras. Driving any where in
Tempe, is becoming crowded and exhausting!
24. I don't understand the need for the change.
25. The information presented does not support any of the three reasons presented for the
proposed changes. (Pasted below) It appears someone “just wants it that way.”This is
not progress nor benefit for the community or society.
- Staff is “right sizing”the speeds to match what is happening in the area.
- Roadway functions can change over time.
- Speeds should match the adjacent roadside culture.
26. The lanes offer enough capacity to keep the speed limit as is
27. It seems fine the way it is.
28. Traffic flow is good now. Slowing it down contributes to drivers impatience and
swerving from lane to lane to get ahead, which causes a danger to all drivers.

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29. Slower speed limit will slow down traffic adding unnecessary travel time to an already
busy city. If you want to increase safety, increase the requirements to obtain a driver's
licence instead of punishing those who know how to drive by increasing the amount of
slow drivers on the road. Enforce that the left lane is for passing and that ALL slower
traffic shall keep right.
30. A change of the posted mph could possibly hurt average citizens who mostly stay in
the posted limit. Such as myself. Out of habit I would be breaking the limit by forgetting
to take notice of the change on all of these roadways. Non average citizens, who break
the speed limit, and other traffic laws with impunity, will only continue to break the laws
because of low enforcement. They will never notice the change in posted speed. I
personally hear, and sometimes see at all hours on Guadalupe, high performance
vehicles and motorcycles racing at very high speeds as if at a drag racing track. I
believe that seeing enforcement - signs warning of photo radar, or police with radar on
motorcycles or on vehicles posted clearly in a very visible location on rotation would be
a good deterrent. Show enforcement occasionally all over the city all of the time. I don't
see this being done anywhere in the city now. Noise from these vehicles all over
Tempe is an issue for another time. Thank you for this opportunity to take part in this
survey.
31. There isn't enough traffic on Broadway to justify lowering the speed limit.
32. Getting through Tempe in this area is already too slow and congested. Lowering the
speed limit on this stretch would make it worse.
33. Because I need to get where I am going. I don't want to crawl all the way to work.
34. I believe it's safe already.
35. Reducing speed limits is a waste of time if there's no enforcement. This is the case for
previous reductions in speed limits. There's been little enforcement.
36. I drive this section of road a few times per month (mostly during business hours). Most
drivers drive between 40 and 50 mph on this section. Traffic tends to be light and side
traffic minimal. 45 mph is safe in this section of road.
37. People who speed will continue to speed. Lowering the speed limit, has shown in
study after study, to often INCREASE traffic accidents in this state. I trust the research.
38. Lowering the speed limits by 5 mph is not really going to do much, except give the
police more opportunity to write over the speed limit tickets. Since that would mean
more revenue for the City, perhaps that might be what is the real reason to do this.
39. There is no valid reason for this change. Where are the 85th percentile speed studies
to justify it?
40. There is no confusion. It's 45 the entire way. It is a straight shot road. Don't slow traffic
in busy areas.
41. The speed limit merely indicates the speed at which police an issue tickets. Per AZ
DOT website: https://azdot.gov/business/engineering-and-
construction/traffic/faq/establishing-speed-limits ""Before and after" studies
consistently demonstrate that there are no significant changes in traffic speeds
following the posting of new or revised speed limits. Furthermore, no published
research findings have established any direct relationship between posted speed limits
and crash frequency..." As no data has been presented about the 85th percentile
speeds and ADOT is clear that this will not accomplish any objectives other than the
ability to write speeding tickets for lower speeds, this proposal should be called out for
what it is: creating an enforcement speed trap to raise revenue.
42. Current limits are not effectively followed or enforced. If there is s safety concern,
let's start by following the current limit. Further reduction is futile.
43. I don't think lowering the speed limit will change the behavior of drivers already driving
too fast.
44. There is no reasonable reason to decrease speed limits on roads designed and
controlled for the current speed limits. Contrary lowering speed limits will potential
shift traffic, and commerce, out of Tempe to Mesa and Chandler as other roads are
chosen for east-west and west-east transportation.

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45. Current speed limits are appropriate
46. I believe that the existing speed limit is adequate for current street design and size as
well as for the vehicle and pedestrian traffic of that area. The current speed limit
enhances the flow of traffic.
47. Tempe leadership is proposing this change while providing little to no quantitative data
to support the push to make this change. Reducing the speed limit by 5 mph will have
no actual effect on safety. Leadership is doing this to give the appearance that they
are working without addressing the more difficult root cause of car accidents. Tempe
leadership should focus on making actual changes to specific road conditions rather
than impose lower speeds on major roadways. We need better Leadership for Tempe!
48. Tired of City council arbitrarily changing those speed limits and putting in photo radar.
It's all about making money!
49. 40 mph is too damn slow. Raise the speed limit to 55!
50. We need faster speeds on the roads, not slower. Pedestrians shouldn't be playing in
the streets and expecting everyone to stop what they are doing when they are too lazy
to use a crosswalk at a light where cars are stopped
51. I haven't seen any studies showing how this will improve safety/traffic. Some of these
areas include sites where permanent cameras were recently installed. The timing of
these proposed changes so recently after the camera installation makes this feel like a
"money grab". If that is the case, I do not support these changes, especially in this
economic time where more people are struggling to keep up with rising costs. The city
has already been raising taxes on it's residents and needs to improve it's money
management before taking more.
52. I travel this street a lot. Traffic is not usually heavy so I see no need for changes.
Signage is not until you travel a ways and then your speed is the 45 and its too late.
Traffic is all going the 45 so going more slowly makes people pass more. Also what is
that box along the side of the road going westbound as it seems to flash when I go by -
is it recording speeds? If so, that needs to be communicated before I get to it.
Chandler is 45 for most all streets so when I get to Tempe the traffic does not adjust.
53. Decreasing the speed limit will likely have no significant effect. Those talking about
pedestrians don't realize that pedestrians are crossing at intersections where cars slow
to turn anyways. A speed limit change does not change distracted, drunk, or blind
spots on roads that would much greater effects than speed
54. If the change is only being made to increased motorcycle accidents then I think
changing the speed limits isn't going to fix the issue. I do wonder if motorcyclists are
confusing lane filtering which is now legal with lane splitting and that's what is
increasing those accidents for that specific population. If accidents are down in other
areas and it's just motorcycles that are the issue, I think that's worth looking into
instead of changing the speed limits because that won't fix lane splitting issues.
55. The current flow on this main passage towards Mesa runs smoothly at 45. During
heavy traffic, the flow slows significantly as lines of vehicles transition from a red to
green light. The ensuing congestion makes it so the flow is below 45 and travel time is
considerably impacted.
56. Waste of tax payers money. Fired engineering staff. Lazy. Innovative design for future.
57. I do not support lowering the speed limit because these roads are primary
thoroughfares, and reducing speeds will increase congestion and travel time without
clear evidence of safety benefits. Lowering the limit by 5 mph is unlikely to change
driving behavior but will require additional enforcement resources that could be better
used elsewhere.
58. This will slow traffic down. If people commit egregious speeding, they will do it
regardless of speed limit.
59. Road speed changes aren't the problem in Broadway Rd. I live on Broadway Rd and
Priest and regularly transit by car or walking. I've witness many crashes on the area
and every single time speed isn't the issue, the issue is people running the red lights.
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seems like a way for the city to claim they did something when in reality they aren't
enforcing the law for the actually dangerous maneuvers that happen here aka red light
runners, people crossing double yellows, not respecting pedestrians right of way when
Crossing.
60. I think 45 miles per hour works perfectly fine, I don't see any issues with it.
61. Traffic generally slows in these areas naturally
62. 40 not a natural speed after years non existence.
63. The reduction in the speed limit is merely to raise funds for the city. The traffic
enforcement is being used to raise funds for the city to allow more give aways to
developers! I won't live long enough to see any payback from the huge projects with
their taxes deferred.
64. I don't believe the five mile speed difference will make much of a difference.
65. Lowering the speed limit does absolutely nothing if the flow of traffic remains between
45-50mph Issuing more tickets to normal people because of a sudden change during a
time of economic strain is unnecessary and borderline unethical.
66. I'm not sure why the city believes it is necessary to change something that has been
working well for many years. This proposal seems like an unnecessary use of funding.
I disagree with spending tax dollars on new signs, surveys, and research when the
current speed limits have been in place for years and appear to be working effectively
as they are.
67. Absolutely DO NOT keep reducing speed and/or reduce number of traffic lanes.
Tempe keeps trying to make Tempe a walk/bike/masstransit/alternative transportation
city. This does not solve the auto/pedestrian accident issue.Education for
pedestrians/scooter riders/bike riders/skateboarders & auto drivers need Education.
68. we need to be able to move around more quickly, not slower. Expand the road instead.
69. There are enough speed reinforcements in Tempe that exist. We just had the
enhancements with the lights at the major intersections and the floating speed trap.
Also we have the safety corridors that move as well. Our city does not need to become
slow everywhere.
70. It won't slow traffic
71. 45 is a good speed
72. this will impede flow of traffic in the area. If pedestrian safety is concerned, we need to
evaluate behavior patterns of both pedestrians and drivers, knowing that the majority
of pedestrian incidents occur when traffic signals/laws are ignored by either party.
73. This would likely cause further congestion. 45 is an appropriate speed limit.
74. I don't see The need to change it
75. Speed reduction is not required. Enforce the current limits.
76. Have better police presents and go along with the State speed laws
77. no more change
78. Slowing traffic on an already crowded street is unnecessary..Catch the speeder with
the nazi cameras.
79. Reducing the speed limit may help but people will continue to speed. Keep it the same.
80. Not realistic. Not enforceable.
81. I drive this road. 45 is not an unsafe speed.
82. Because it is a major thoroughfare and 45 is the appropriate speed.
83. This will not change anything. It will only slow the already congested traffic for the few
law abiding citizens who don't exceed the speed limit. You need enforcement from the
police, which isn't happening. Police no longer patrol. They no longer are serving the
community. They wait for calls. That is a waste of resources for most of their day.
There are laws being broken, but they aren't out there to see it. They are parked
waiting for calls. That's a waste of tax payer money. If they are going to sit in a car,
waiting for calls, sit in an area of high crime & speeding, so they may be effective.
84. Speeding and traffic enforcement cameras are unjust, unconstitutional, and take
money from the working class.

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85. This road is a main road to the freeway and it's what I take daily to work. Slowing it
down would cause major traffic congestion.
86. There is too much traffic to slow it down so much.
87. I don't think it is necessary.

Not sure responses:
1.
There is a ton of data that says changing speed limits don't change driving behavior.
Two things change speeds, traffic, and street design. Quit worrying about the speed
limits and designs streets that make people feel like they should go slower.
2.
Don't drive it on a daily basis
3.
Don't drive this section of road.
4.
I am not sure as I do not believe both the public meeting or council presentation
provide me with enough information to determine if these proposed speed limit
changes are reasonable and meaningful. I define these two terms as follows:
- Reasonable means they fit the road classification and that the roadway physically
supports the posted speed limit (PSL).
- Meaningful means they are based on a quantitative process that reviews speed and
crash data using Federal Highway Administration's (FHWA) USLIMITS2 tool, which
defines the national standard of care for speed limit setting.
If Tempe is using USLIMITS2, that should be disclosed in public and council
presentations. If not, the city should explain why, given its role in promoting
consistency and safety. The process should clearly show whether the proposed speed
limit is above, below, or at the USLIMITS2 recommendation, calibrated with local crash
and speed data.Research (see NCHRP Report 504: Design Speed, Operating Speed,
and Posted Speed Limit Practices) indicates that the PSL is the only independent
variable that influences driver speed behavior, provided there is a reasonable level of
enforcement. Typically, 85% of drivers travel at PSL + 5 to 10 mph, which falls under
the usual enforcement threshold of 11-15 mph over the limit. Pace speed is also
important on long arterials without frequent interruptions (signals).Why this matters:
- Reducing mean speed and speed differential improves safety and enables FHWA
Crash Modification Factors (CMFs) related to speed to help quantify potential crash
reduction benefits.
- The Safe System Approach (Safer People, Safer Roads & Safer Speeds) should be
used to communicate this point: managing speed is essential to reducing kinetic
energy and crash severity.To reinforce reasonable speed behavior, Tempe should
adopt a systematic and scheduled speed enforcement program that rotates through all
city streets. This could include:
- Set enforcement stations on key arterials with a static speed limit sign, followed by a
dynamic speed feedback sign, and then a visible police civil traffic enforcement station
that allows the officer and the offender to pull off the arterial at a safer location.
- The University of Arizona Center for Applied Transportation Science (CATS) study for
Pima County DOT found these setups highly effective in reducing speed-related
crashes. Tempe should replicate this approach and conduct before-and-after studies
as part of its Vision Zero strategy.
Physical design changes should complement enforcement:
- Traffic signals and Roundabouts to manage conflict points and reduce severe crash
risk.
- Raised speed table crosswalks on minor arterials, collectors and at roundabouts.
- Access control medians on roads like Scottsdale Road in north Tempe, allowing left
turns only at signals and select mid-block locations, plus improved lighting and mid-
block HAWKs.
- Raised mid-block speed tables on College Avenue and similar Tempe streets to
reinforce proposed speed limits, especially near curves with crash history.
- Consider narrowing lanes to 11 feet to encourage lower operating speeds.
- Curb extension (bulb-outs) like what is being done on Mill Avenue in downtown.

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- Raised intersections to slow speeds in the intersections to help mitigate conflict
points and reduce severe crash risk.Finally, I do not support zero-tolerance
enforcement or safety zones based on crash frequency or history. These approaches
waste resources, send the wrong message, and do not align with best practices.
Enforcement should aim for reasonable speed and yielding behaviors that reduces
crash risk, applied equitably across all roads and intersections. Cherry-picking roads or
intersections based on crash history along for special enforcement often masks
underlying design issues and unfairly shifts blame to drivers instead of addressing root
causes that crash risk applies to all roads and intersections.
5.
Seems there is little to no enforcement of the existing speed limits. Not sure what the
point is to reduce if the current one is not enforced.
6.
I have noproblem with the changes. What I do have a problem with is variable speed
limits on the same street. You can be driving along at 45 when the speed limit
suddenly drops to 40. Whatever limit you choose, make it consistent along the entire
legth of the street. (This does not apply to school zones.)
7.
I do not travel very often on that road, so am not sure how to respond.

3. Do you support the proposed speed limit changes for Priest Drive?

Total responses: 280

4. Why did you select your answer in the previous question?

Yes responses:
1.
It would be consistent across Priest
2.
There is no justifiable reason to drive at excessive speed on roadways where
pedestrians, cyclists, and turning vehicles are present. Slower is safer
3.
Consistent 40 MPH speed across this area means people are ready for speed
cameras and an established culture of multi-modal transport around Downtown Tempe
4.
Getting closer to Guadalupe, it should be a slower speed limit since it goes down to
25mph in Guadalupe.
5.
consistency over longer distance and resultant safer travel
6.
Even 40 is too fast.
7.
I support the seed limit change. Speeding has become a major factor impacting traffic
safety for drivers, bikers and pedestrians.
8.
People drive way over speed limit
9.
Yes, lower the speed limit. No city street should have a 45 mph speed limit. Add center
lane medians, make the car lanes more narrow and widen the sidewalks!
10. Protecting pedestrians.
4%
40%
56%
Not sure (12)
No (111)
Yes (157)

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11. The speed limit on Priest is not enforced.If its changed will it be enforced ?
12. Development has increased the number of vehicles accessing this roadway from
adjacent properties. A change from 45 mph to 40 mph provides a safer environment
for drivers to enter and exit Priest Drive from intersecting driveways and streets.
13. As above.
14. I believe that reducing the speed limit on this road will make it safer, and (modestly)
reduce air pollution. It will also make the speed limit more consistent for Broadway Rd
within Tempe. I believe that it is confusing for drivers to have the limit be 40 mph in
some places, and 45 mph in others.
15. Traffic can flow, letting people get to their destination in the same amount of time, with
infrastructure changes. We do not need small roads like Broadway to be 7 lanes wide,
wider than highways across most of Europe. Reducing speed limits increases safety
for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists. It will also make it safer to enter or exit the
road. Reducing traffic signal intervals so that you can cross an intersection with less
frustration, and reducing the amber light duration will help with creating a need to
actually stop before red. I see a minimum of 1-3 cars go through red at every crossing,
and if you count amber, you can often see as many as 5-10. And, no danger of
consequences.In Europe most urban speed limits were dropped from 30mph to 20mph
over the past 5 years, simply because the statistics showed that (with a small
European car designed for impact with pedestrians) at 30mph a child had a 60%
chance of being killed, whereas 20mph gave them a 60% chance of survival. So
reducing speeds from 45 to 40 is a step in the right direction, but far from making
anything safe in any way.
16. I support this because there is a lot of commercial traffic in this area and high-density
traffic during a majority of the day.
17. It is logical to extend the existing speed limit to keep it consistent
18. I support all reduction in speed limits. A reduction in speed limit closer to 30 would
make more sense to the streets that abut neighborhoods. Our streets need to be safe
for all users, which includes pedestrians, cyclists, transit users, and cars. Data shows
that reduced speed does not impact congestion, as traffic lights are timed
appropriately and folks who need to travel at higher speeds then travel on our
highways, which in Tempe are accessible and plentiful. While reduction in speed is a
great first step, additional changes should include infrastructure changes to make the
streets more difficult to speed along including bump outs, medians, barriered bike
lanes and bus-only lanes.
19. Dumb to have it 40 then a short stretch at 45, making it all 40 is easier.
20. Keeping a consistent, slower speed will be safer and easier to follow.
21. The existing 45 make sense given 40 north and south of this section.
22. Police enforcement is required,hanging a sign ain't getting it done
23. Makes this section consistent with adjacent speed limits.
24. I think that a consistent speed limit is a good idea, and feel that 45 mph encourages
drivers exiting the US 60 to keep going at freeway speeds.
25. Traffic noise to neighboring homes
26. Even though I have lived here less than 6 months, I believe having a decrease in
speed limits is worthwhile.I believe a good amount of drivers would be willing to drive
at least 5 mph less than how it is now. From what I've seen around here many drive
around the speed limit, unless they're passing or being reckless. I think lowering the
speed limit would help reduce accidents and the likelihood of them.These reasons may
not sound like strong evidence to lower speed limits, but to me I believe they make
sense and support lowering the speed limit in the proposed areas here in Tempe.
27. More consistent speed
28. Too many Drivers go past the speed limit now.
29. I think my answer for all of these will be the same: it's safer.

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30. To make the speed limits consistent, which makes it easier for drivers to remember.
Also, speed kills so anywhere that we can have slower vehicle traffic means a safer
environment for everyone.
31. Softer for those in the bike lane and other motorists.
32. Slower speeds save lives! Especially for pedestrians, cyclists and bus riders.
33. 40 MPH is a reasonable speed given mixed residential/commercial artery.
34. Speed in invariably a major cause of accidents, however, I think it will take physical
improvements beyond posting a new speed limit sign that will slow people down.
35. Speed should be consistent for that whole stretch
36. Speeding and pedestrian crossings
37. Slower speeds = safer and quieter streets for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians.
38. Slower speeds are safer for all street users.
39. This road has been a mess for a long time. Different speed limits half way thru two
major intersections. Personally I believe the speed limit should be the same in all
directions of an intersection and speed limits should be consistent between two major
arterial streets.
40. Yes, and would like warning tickets for a year.
41. There is a higher pedestrian activity near Arizona Mills and the extended western
canal path it would be nicer if vehicles moved a bit slower through this area
42. I support Vision Zero to eliminate roadway deaths and traffic calming measures are
critical to the viability of safe communities.
43. Again, people are already using excessive speeds, lowering will hopefully discourage
this.
44. Same as above
45. 45 means 54 to most and that's too fast
46. same as above
47. Safety
48. to keep our pedestrians safer!
49. Drivers go well beyond speed limit now.
50. Slower streets are safer, especially those with bike lanes
51. I think it'd be safer for the pedestrians and cyclists.
52. This is a minor speed decrease, which improves the safety of our streets and also
makes the speed more consistent.
53. Increased safety for all road users and speed limit consistency.
54. I think the only real ways to reduce speed limits that are respected is to redesign the
road itself. When the road is straight and wide open, no obstructions people feel
internally safer driving faster and often don't realize that. A simple way to help is
reducing the number of lanes, and the outermost lanes could be converted to
dedicated bus/bikelanes separated from car traffic where private vehicles can't drive.
Also needs to include good median design for line of sight as well as strategic
landscaping/street trees to not only provide needed shade, sense of enclosure by the
trees can subconsciously slow drivers as well as reducing temperatures/improving air
quality, reducing some noise pollution to nearby properties. Signs don't do a good job
at reducing speeds, the design and layout of the road itself is a huge deal.
55. I bike this route regularly to get to South Mountain, and do so even more now that the
I-10 bridge at Arizona Mills is complete. Lowering the speed limit will make this route
safer for all road users.
56. Improved safety
57. Again 40 mph or less
58. See above answer
59. See previous answer
60. Varying speeds made more uniform.
61. It's not that much lower and will be safer
62. I think a consistent speed limit makes sense.
63. Tired of speeding on city streets

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64. This is one small way to regain some control for pedestrians and bikes plus make
driving safer.
65. I believe that lower speed limits will ensure better safety for vehicles and pedestrians.
66. I drive the speed limit (45mph) in the designated area and always notice people
passing me going at least 10 mph over. It feels very dangerous as it is a long stretch
with no traffic lights
67. Lowering the speed limit makes the road safer for all road users and pedestrians.
Greatly reducing the probability of fatal crashes. What would truly make these roads
safer and make people follow the speed limit is better street design. Stop making every
road so straight and wide. This only encourages drivers to go faster regardless of what
the speed limit is.
68. Im indifferent about this change, it does make sense for the sake of consistency on the
traveled path.
69. This is the one I'm happiest about. I've nearly been killed in this intersection more than
once by speeders and right-on-red drivers who don't look in all directions before they
proceed.
70. Although I don't think that it will do anything to actually curb the speeding problem we
have, I am hopeful that those who are interested in public safety will follow it. I do see
the potential danger in those who will speed regardless to go just as fast while
everyone else slows down, but alongside that concern I would hope that would mean
that law enforcement would have more of a vested interest in stopping them. As it
stands, there seems to have been very little (where I have noticed) effort to stop the
speed racing that goes on at night. I've personally witnessed the deadly after effects of
that along with the deadly consequences of people's poor driving habits in general. At
least once a month I am almost hit or I see an accident unfold in front of me. More
effort should be placed overall to protect drivers and pedestrians/cyclists from these
people.
71. We should decrease speeds anywhere bikes, walkers, dogs, kids commute!
72. I live on the corner house at geneva dr. And priest, the cars speed by at more than
60mph, both ways! Its dangerous and my house has been hit by a car in the past and
the house across the street was also hit. The fact that southbound priest INCREASES
the speed right before the residential area is disgusting as well! 40 along that whole
area is just what makes more sense.
73. 40 is safer
74. Priest is very congested at times, and if the lights would be re-programmed to allow
smooth North-South flow it would move traffic through town quicker.
75. Reducing speed limits will make pedestrians and cyclists safer.
76. Drivers come off the 202 with a 70mph mindset that carries over on the city streets.
77. too many accidents and speeders
78. It is time for Tempe to prioritize safety over excessive speeds.
79. Slower car speeds will bleed into slower speeds in neighborhoods.
80. to reduce the severity of injuries when a crash occurs
81. People drive too fast
82. On Priest Road, the traffic can be quite busy & many drivers are not very watchful. 45
mph is too fast for safety and inconsistent with the rest of that stretch of road. 40 mph
makes better sense.
83. This stretch of Priest carries high volumes but also serves adjacent neighborhoods
and employment areas with regular crossings and turning traffic. Lowering the speed
limit improves safety without meaningfully impacting travel times on a corridor already
constrained by signals.
84. Because speeds are currently too fast and people drive unsafeley in the area.
85. We are a family that rides our bikes and with the speed limit being 45 most drivers are
actually going 55+ and distracted. There have been several bike vehicle accidents.
86. It's always weird that this turns to 45 in a short period anyways & there are apartments
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87. I believe lower speed limits will create a safer environment for bikers and pedestrians.
88. It's usually around that speed anyway because of the traffic and lights
89. Because it doesn't hurt anyone to go a little slower. It makes people on the streets
safer.
90. I wish it could be reduced to 35 MPH instead of 40 MPH - the wide areas of Priest
could be reduced to 2 lanes each direction with a median and bike lanes and wider
sidewalks and more trees maintained by the city
91. People drive way too fast. Slower speed limits are safer.
92. people drive too fast
93. It keeps the speed limit on the entire street consistent.
94. it will make Tempe a more bike friendly place, which it really needs to work on.
95. See question 1
96. People drive to fast.
97. I agree with the City that speeds on many of our materials are too high. As especially
the north part of the city has added a lot of new housing and also commercial and
office uses, the complexity of street use is too much for high speed limits.
98. Somebody I know just got hurt on this street. I myself use this street a lot to get to/from
work and school. People get crazy out here sometimes, later at night.
99. I think speed limits changing on the same street makes drivers not realize that the
speed limit is different past a certain point. I see this all the time on SR-51 in the 55
mph areas. If the speed limit were lower throughout the entire street, that would be
safer and result in less speeding in the areas that are already lower.
100. I selected yes, because I agree we need to reduce the speed. But to make a city street
safe it should be reduced to AT LEAST 35moh.
101. It would help conform to the current speeds
102. Same Idea.
103. Families that live in the apartment complexes on the west of priest just north of the 60
exit have long distances to crosswalk and face extremely fast traffic when trying to
cross over priest.
104. safety is paramount
105. I am for safer streets.
106. I support speed limit reductions in all areas of the city. It is the right thing for the city to
do and everyone needs to slow down and pay attention.
107. I'm pretty sure that, no matter what the speed limit is, some drivers in the area will
drive about 10 mph or more over it, so maybe, if it's a little lower, they'll only drive
about 50 mph instead of 55 mph or 60 mph, like they usually do. That way, they'll at
least be closer to the real target while still feeling "clever" that they're somehow
cheating the system. Of course, no limits get much respect unless they're enforced. If
police don't take it seriously, they won't take it seriously.
108. Lower speed limits improve public health and safety!
109. why 25 MPH at the Southern end
110. I live in this area and we need a better sense of safety coming from drivers. A better
pedestrian culture.
111. one constant speed limit for the entire road except for area south of Baseline
112. It makes the most sense.

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7.
The speed is safe with improved safety of cars. There are not pedestrians in the area.
Traffic is bad enough.
8.
Stop with the controlling speeds already! First there are random pop up speed traps,
and now you want to make it even more cumbersome to drive around this city by
further slowing traffic! Is someone that works in Tempe bored and trying to create busy
work for themselves?? Good grief, leave the traffic speed where they are!!
9.
I feel that the Police need to enforce the existing speed limits as they are today by
writing tickets to the violators, It doesn't matter what you change the speed limit to, if
there is no enforcement, people will continue to speed. Once driver's begin to see the
Police pulling speeders over for speeding, other drivers will begin to be more aware of
their speed in that area, People will begin to talk about these areas with heavy police
presence for speeding and they will begin to change their driving habits. "Why reduce
the speed limits which aren't being enforced now to a slower speed limit which won't
be enforced? And if you begin to enforce it once you change the limit to a slower
speed, shame on you! The same could have been accomplished by enforcing the
original speed limit. By reducing the speed limit, this would be punishing everyone for
what the few are doing."
10. I think the single most valuable thing to do is to enforce the speed limits we currently
have. We can put up new signage that further limits speed, but much like the lovely
person who travels down the stretch of Hermosa near my house at 60MPH+ with their
unrestricted exhaust, unless we enforce the limits consistently slower limits will just
irritate the good people of Tempe.
11. There has been no significant or noticeable change to pedestrian/bicycle traffic to
require reducing the speed limit in these areas
12. This area is largely industrial and, barring any significant changes to land use, would
be better allowing faster travel
13. Speed is not the issue with Tempe traffic. In fact changing the speed along the length
seems like a speed trap to give out tickets.
14. Do not lower the speed limit limits on any roads in Tempe. This is not going to help
people. This is just gonna slow down traffic even more. You're talking about main
strips here. Do your job and represent the people and we don't want this.
15. The city struggles to enforce existing codes and laws, lowering the limit exacerbates
this issue without benefit. Enforce the current limits.
16. No documents show the effect of previous speed limit reductions. If the previous
reductions are not reducing accidents, injuries or deaths, then I do not see a reason for
these reductions.
17. All it will do is generate more ticket revenue and increase insurance costs for Tempe
residents.....the existing speed limits are FINE if enforced!
18. You already have speed and red light cameras that the public did not want.... This is
just an effort to increase the tickets issued by those cameras. Driving any where in
Tempe, is becoming crowded and exhausting! In addition this is a freeway access
road, people are not expecting to slow to a crawl.
19. Doesn't seem like there is that much traffic on there and seems like more of a business
route.
20. I don't understand the need for the change.
21. The information presented does not support any of the three reasons presented for the
proposed changes. (Pasted below) It appears someone “just wants it that way.”This is
not progress nor benefit for the community or society.
- Staff is “right sizing”the speeds to match what is happening in the area.
- Roadway functions can change over time.
- Speeds should match the adjacent roadside culture.
22. There is no need to lower the speed limit in this area. The traffic flows just fine at 45
23. It already takes an inordinate amount of time to cover the short distance along Priest.
This would make it even slower, so there needs to be a reason to raise it. What data
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24. It seems fine the way it is.
25. Priest is a busy thoroughfare. It already backs up during busy times. Using traffic
cams and red light runners should handle this problem
26. Slower speed limit will slow down traffic adding unnecessary travel time to an already
busy city. If you want to increase safety, increase the requirements to obtain a driver's
licence instead of punishing those who know how to drive by increasing the amount of
slow drivers on the road. Enforce that the left lane is for passing and that ALL slower
traffic shall keep right.
27. A change of the posted mph could possibly hurt average citizens who mostly stay in
the posted limit. Such as myself. Out of habit I would be breaking the limit by forgetting
to take notice of the change on all of these roadways. Non average citizens, who break
the speed limit, and other traffic laws with impunity, will only continue to break the laws
because of low enforcement. They will never notice the change in posted speed. I
personally hear, and sometimes see at all hours on Guadalupe, high performance
vehicles and motorcycles racing at very high speeds as if at a drag racing track. I
believe that seeing enforcement - signs warning of photo radar, or police with radar on
motorcycles or on vehicles posted clearly in a very visible location on rotation would be
a good deterrent. Show enforcement occasionally all over the city all of the time. I don't
see this being done anywhere in the city now. Noise from these vehicles all over
Tempe is an issue for another time. Thank you for this opportunity to take part in this
survey.
28. Minimal accidents and little bike/scooter traffic use Priest the further you get from the
university. This is a money grab to add more cameras to pick the pockets of the
average consumer
29. Current speed limit is adequate for road size and traffic levels
30. Priest Drive keeps traffic off of Kyrene and Hardy, until reaching Guadalupe, lowering
the speed does not facilitate traffic flows of a major arterial that is predominantly
industrial and commercial uses. From the northern City border to Baseline the speed
limit should be 45, and let traffic regulate itself by time of day and level of service,
rather than lowering it to 40 and pushing traffic onto other north/south collectors or
through neighborhoods.
31. Because I need to get where I am going. I don't want to crawl all the way to work.
32. I believe it's safe at 45 mph.
33. Not a lot of pedestrian traffic
34. Reducing speed limits is a waste of time if there's no enforcement. This is the case for
previous reductions in speed limits. There's been little enforcement.
35. Although I seldom drive this section, I used to drive it during a daily commute a few
years back. Most drivers drive between 45 and 50 mph on this section. Traffic tends to
be light and side traffic minimal. 45 mph is safe in this section of road
36. People who speed will continue to speed. Lowering the speed limit, has shown in
study after study, to often INCREASE traffic accidents in this state. I trust the research.
37. See above explanation.
38. There is no valid reason for this change. Where are the 85th percentile speed studies
to justify it?
39. The speed limit merely indicates the speed at which police an issue tickets. Per AZ
DOT website: https://azdot.gov/business/engineering-and-
construction/traffic/faq/establishing-speed-limits ""Before and after" studies
consistently demonstrate that there are no significant changes in traffic speeds
following the posting of new or revised speed limits. Furthermore, no published
research findings have established any direct relationship between posted speed limits
and crash frequency..." As no data has been presented about the 85th percentile
speeds and ADOT is clear that this will not accomplish any objectives other than the
ability to write speeding tickets for lower speeds, this proposal should be called out for
what it is: creating an enforcement speed trap to raise revenue.

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40. Current limits are not effectively followed or enforced. If there is s safety concern,
let's start by following the current limit. Further reduction is futile.
41. A more consistent speed limit would be good, but again this is a road that was
designed for the current speed limit and is a major north-south corridor through the
west side of Tempe.
42. Current speed limits are appropriate
43. I believe that the existing speed limit is adequate for current street design and size as
well as for the vehicle and pedestrian traffic of that area. The current speed limit
enhances the flow of traffic.
44. Tempe leadership is proposing this change while providing little to no quantitative data
to support the push to make this change. Reducing the speed limit by 5 mph will have
no actual effect on safety. Leadership is doing this to give the appearance that they
are working without addressing the more difficult root cause of car accidents. Tempe
leadership should focus on making actual changes to specific road conditions rather
than impose lower speeds on major roadways. We need better Leadership for Tempe!
45. Tired of City council arbitrarily changing those speed limits and putting in photo radar.
It's all about making money!
46. Too damn slow. I can walk faster.
47. We need faster speeds on the roads, not slower. Pedestrians shouldn't be playing in
the streets and expecting everyone to stop what they are doing when they are too lazy
to use a crosswalk at a light where cars are stopped
48. If the change is only being made to increased motorcycle accidents then I think
changing the speed limits isn't going to fix the issue. I do wonder if motorcyclists are
confusing lane filtering which is now legal with lane splitting and that's what is
increasing those accidents for that specific population. If accidents are down in other
areas and it's just motorcycles that are the issue, I think that's worth looking into
instead of changing the speed limits because that won't fix lane splitting issues.
49. I regularly drive this section of road heading to/from home to laundromat on Priest just
south of Baseline with linens from my office. The current flow on this main passage
runs smoothly at 45. It's predominately non-residential, mainly commerce, and there is
absolutely no need to reduce the flow of traffic on this section. I don't recall ever seeing
pedestrians or bicycles on this route.
50. Priest great for local commute. Leave it as is please.
51. I do not support lowering the speed limit because these roads are primary
thoroughfares, and reducing speeds will increase congestion and travel time without
clear evidence of safety benefits. Lowering the limit by 5 mph is unlikely to change
driving behavior but will require additional enforcement resources that could be better
used elsewhere.
52. This will slow traffic down. If people commit egregious speeding, they will do it
regardless of speed limit.
53. I think 45 miles per hour works perfectly fine, I don't see any issues with it.
54. I believe the road is always congested as it is.
55. 40 not natural or used should be 35 or45
56. I don't believe the five mile speed difference will make much of a difference.
57. Lowering the speed limit does absolutely nothing if the flow of traffic remains between
45-50mph Issuing more tickets to normal people because of a sudden change during a
time of economic strain is unnecessary and borderline unethical.
58. I need to get to the airport faster. I'm not sure why the city believes it is necessary to
change something that has been working well for many years. This proposal seems
like an unnecessary use of funding. I disagree with spending tax dollars on new signs,
surveys, and research when the current speed limits have been in place for years and
appear to be working effectively as they are.
59. Absolutely DO NOT keep reducing speed and/or reduce number of traffic lanes.
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city. This does not solve the auto/pedestrian accident issue.Education for
pedestrians/scooter riders/bike riders/skateboarders & auto drivers need Education.
60. we need to be able to move around more quickly, not slower. Expand the road
instead.
61. There are enough speed reinforcements in Tempe that exist. We just had the
enhancements with the lights at the major intersections and the floating speed trap.
Also we have the safety corridors that move as well.Our city does not need to become
slow everywhere.
62. People don't obey speed limits
63. 45 is a good speed
64. This is more of a business district.
65. All of the parts of Priest that are 3 lanes in each direction should remain at 45. All of
the portions that are 2 lanes should be lowered to 40. No one will drive 40 where
there's 3 lanes.
66. Unnecessary.
67. Speed reduction is not required. Enforce the current limits.
68. no more change
69. This is a wide street that can manage traffic.
70. It's part of the freeway and right next to the freeway. The speed limit should stay the
same.
71. Not realistic. Not enforceable
72. i don't drive here a lot. it's probably annoying to speed up to 45 just to go back down to
40 about a big block away, then again it's probably more annoying to lose the
opportunity to go a little faster...
73. I feel the roads are wide here and that the traffic flows well at 45
74. It is a major thoroughfare and 45mph is appropriate.
75. Same as above question.
76. Speeding and traffic enforcement cameras are unjust, unconstitutional, and take
money from the working class.
77. There is too much traffic to slow it down so much.
78. Priest from University and south carries a lot of traffic nearly all day. The slower speed
limit may likely entice more drivers to driver faster than 40 mph or perhaps there will be
more red-light runners.

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Speed Limit Practices) indicates that the PSL is the only independent variable that
influences driver speed behavior, provided there is a reasonable level of enforcement.
Typically, 85% of drivers travel at PSL + 5 to 10 mph, which falls under the usual
enforcement threshold of 11-15 mph over the limit. Pace speed is also important on
long arterials without frequent interruptions (signals).Why this matters:
- Reducing mean speed and speed differential improves safety and enables FHWA
Crash Modification Factors (CMFs) related to speed to help quantify potential crash
reduction benefits.
- The Safe System Approach (Safer People, Safer Roads & Safer Speeds) should be
used to communicate this point: managing speed is essential to reducing kinetic
energy and crash severity. To reinforce reasonable speed behavior, Tempe should
adopt a systematic and scheduled speed enforcement program that rotates through all
city streets. This could include:
- Set enforcement stations on key arterials with a static speed limit sign, followed by a
dynamic speed feedback sign, and then a visible police civil traffic enforcement station
that allows the officer and the offender to pull off the arterial at a safer location.
- The University of Arizona Center for Applied Transportation Science (CATS) study for
Pima County DOT found these setups highly effective in reducing speed-related
crashes. Tempe should replicate this approach and conduct before-and-after studies
as part of its Vision Zero strategy.Physical design changes should complement
enforcement:
- Traffic signals and Roundabouts to manage conflict points and reduce severe crash
risk.
- Raised speed table crosswalks on minor arterials, collectors and at roundabouts.
- Access control medians on roads like Scottsdale Road in north Tempe, allowing left
turns only at signals and select mid-block locations, plus improved lighting and mid-
block HAWKs.
- Raised mid-block speed tables on College Avenue and similar Tempe streets to
reinforce proposed speed limits, especially near curves with crash history.
- Consider narrowing lanes to 11 feet to encourage lower operating speeds.
- Curb extension (bulb-outs) like what is being done on Mill Avenue in downtown.
- Raised intersections to slow speeds in the intersections to help mitigate conflict
points and reduce severe crash risk. Finally, I do not support zero-tolerance
enforcement or safety zones based on crash frequency or history. These approaches
waste resources, send the wrong message, and do not align with best practices.
Enforcement should aim for reasonable speed and yielding behaviors that reduces
crash risk, applied equitably across all roads and intersections. Cherry-picking roads or
intersections based on crash history along for special enforcement often masks
underlying design issues and unfairly shifts blame to drivers instead of addressing root
causes that crash risk applies to all roads and intersections.
6.
do not travel along this road
7.
Seems there is little to no enforcement of the existing speed limits. Not sure what the
point is to reduce if the current one is not enforced.
8.
What the problem?
9.
I do not travel very often on that road, so am not sure how to respond.

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5. Do you support the proposed speed limit changes for Guadalupe Road??

Total responses: 277

6. Why did you select your answer in the previous question?

Yes responses:
1.
It would be consistent across Guadalupe
2.
There is no justifiable reason to drive at excessive speed on roadways where
pedestrians, cyclists, and turning vehicles are present. Slower is safer
3.
Just makes it safer
4.
There are numerous reasons why people cross Guadalupe Road in this area, between
the parks, schools, and canal routes. It's unnerving being a pedestrian or cyclist and
crossing this road, and a lower speed limit would be fantastic. A stoplight that is
activated when pedestrians need to cross Guadalupe using the canal here would also
be amazing.
5.
consistency over longer distance and resultant safer travel
6.
Same as others
7.
I support the seed limit change. Speeding has become a major factor impacting traffic
safety for drivers, bikers and pedestrians.
8.
People drive way over speed limit
9.
Yes, lower the speed limit. No city street should have a 45 mph speed limit. Add center
lane medians, make the car lanes more narrow and widen the sidewalks!
10. Protecting pedestrians.
11. This corridor is a popular bicycle route to access Guadalupe, South Mountain Park and
Ahwatukee from Tempe. A lowered speed limit provides a safer environment for
motorized vehicles and bicycles to coexist.
12. as above
13. I believe that reducing the speed limit on this road will make it safer, and (modestly)
reduce air pollution. It will also make the speed limit more consistent for Broadway Rd
within Tempe. I believe that it is confusing for drivers to have the limit be 40 mph in
some places, and 45 mph in others.
14. Traffic can flow, letting people get to their destination in the same amount of time, with
infrastructure changes. We do not need small roads like Broadway to be 7 lanes wide,
wider than highways across most of Europe. Reducing speed limits increases safety
for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists. It will also make it safer to enter or exit the
road. Reducing traffic signal intervals so that you can cross an intersection with less
frustration, and reducing the amber light duration will help with creating a need to
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43%
51%
Not Sure (17)
No (118)
Yes (142)

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actually stop before red. I see a minimum of 1-3 cars go through red at every crossing,
and if you count amber, you can often see as many as 5-10. And, no danger of
consequences. In Europe most urban speed limits were dropped from 30mph to
20mph over the past 5 years, simply because the statistics showed that (with a small
European car designed for impact with pedestrians) at 30mph a child had a 60%
chance of being killed, whereas 20mph gave them a 60% chance of survival. So
reducing speeds from 45 to 40 is a step in the right direction, but far from making
anything safe in any way.
15. I support this because there is a lot of commercial traffic in this area and high-density
traffic during a majority of the day.
16. I support all reduction in speed limits. A reduction in speed limit closer to 30 would
make more sense to the streets that abut neighborhoods. Our streets need to be safe
for all users, which includes pedestrians, cyclists, transit users, and cars. Data shows
that reduced speed does not impact congestion, as traffic lights are timed
appropriately and folks who need to travel at higher speeds then travel on our
highways, which in Tempe are accessible and plentiful. While reduction in speed is a
great first step, additional changes should include infrastructure changes to make the
streets more difficult to speed along including bump outs, medians, barriered bike
lanes and bus-only lanes.
17. Small road with school and recreation center where there will be a lot of pedestrians
and bicyclists
18. Police enforcement might be a good idea.
19. I feel that consistent speed limits are a good idea. That being said, you could probably
get away with dropping the speed to 35 between Kyrene Rd. and the Guadalupe
border to prepare drivers for the drop in speed in that town.
20. Traffic noise to neighboring homes
21. Even though I have lived here less than 6 months, I believe having a decrease in
speed limits is worthwhile.I believe a good amount of drivers would be willing to drive
at least 5 mph less than how it is now. From what I've seen around here many drive
around the speed limit, unless they're passing or being reckless. I think lowering the
speed limit would help reduce accidents and the likelihood of them. These reasons
may not sound like strong evidence to lower speed limits, but to me I believe they
make sense and support lowering the speed limit in the proposed areas here in
Tempe.
22. Speed consistency
23. Safer - ESPECIALLY in this case by a school.
24. To make the speed limits consistent, which makes it easier for drivers to remember.
Also, speed kills so anywhere that we can have slower vehicle traffic means a safer
environment for everyone.
25. It's a narrower road and would be safer with lower speed limits.
26. Guadalupe has very fast traffic and not enough crosswalks. It's stressful and scary to
cross while on the Western Canal Path.
27. Anything to reduce aggressive driving is worthwhile. Lowering speeds would help
create a more calm driving environment because drivers wouldn't need to accelerate
so much after stop lights and would be able to react with more time to other cars on
the road.
28. Speed in invariably a major cause of accidents, however, I think it will take physical
improvements beyond posting a new speed limit sign that will slow people down.
29. Slower speeds = safer and quieter streets for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians.
30. Slower speeds are safer for all street users.
31. This road has been a mess for a long time. Different speed limits half way thru two
major intersections. Personally I believe the speed limit should be the same in all
directions of an intersection and speed limits should be consistent between two major
arterial streets.
32. And would like warning tickets for a year.

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33. With the western canal crossing the high school and extra pedestrian activity near the
shopping plazas it would be nicer if vehicles moved a bit slower through those areas
34. I support Vision Zero to eliminate roadway deaths and traffic calming measures are
critical to the viability of safe communities.
35. Only 2 lanes in each direction and more pedestrian traffic on this road. Vast majority of
neighborhood is residential.
36. 40mph is sufficient. 45mph encourages 50mph.
37. Near marcos high school with student drivers and walkers
38. 45 means 54 to most and that's too fast
39. don't drive Guadalupe much but again 40 should be fine.
40. Safety
41. Drivers go well beyond speed limit now.
42. Slower streets are safer, especially those with bike lanes
43. I think it'd be safer for the pedestrians and cyclists.
44. Lower speeds are safer, what more is there to say?
45. Increased safety for all road users and speed limit consistency.
46. I think the only real ways to reduce speed limits that are respected is to redesign the
road itself. When the road is straight and wide open, no obstructions people feel
internally safer driving faster and often don't realize that. A simple way to help is
reducing the number of lanes, and the outermost lanes could be converted to
dedicated bus/bikelanes separated from car traffic where private vehicles can't drive.
Also needs to include good median design for line of sight as well as strategic
landscaping/street trees to not only provide needed shade, sense of enclosure by the
trees can subconsciously slow drivers as well as reducing temperatures/improving air
quality, reducing some noise pollution to nearby properties. Signs don't do a good job
at reducing speeds, the design and layout of the road itself is a huge deal.
47. Improved safety
48. See above answer.
49. See previous answer
50. I live near Guadalupe and McClintock and frequently need to bike and walk along
Guadalupe Road. The current speed limit of 45 is too high for me and my 7-year old
son to feel safe along this road. A lower speed limit would increase our safety on the
side of the road and would also increase safety for drivers on the road. 40mp on
Guadalupe also seems more consistent with the rest of Tempe speed limits. I am
strongly in favor of reducing the 45mph speed limit.
51. I live right off Guadalupe and McClintock and travel along the length of broadway
through Tempe often and see a lot of speeding including by Kiwanis and by
McClintock high school (and red light runners at McClintock/guadalupe.)
52. Parts of Guadalupe go through a 25mph zone and I think 40mph is reasonable.
53. 40 feels safer
54. Tired of speeding on city streets
55. Residents want to walk more but the noise and discomfort of speeding drivers make it
unpleasant.
56. I believe that lower speed limits will ensure better safety for vehicles and pedestrians.
57. I live in this stretch of road and am often scared turning into my neighborhood at the
speed of the car behind me. People turn off the 101 onto Guadalupe and think they
are still on the freeway. Please reduce the speed limit so they might think twice about
rear ending me
58. Lowering the speed limit makes the road safer for all road users and pedestrians.
Greatly reducing the probability of fatal crashes. What would truly make these roads
safer and make people follow the speed limit is better street design. Stop making every
road so straight and wide. This only encourages drivers to go faster regardless of what
the speed limit is.
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60. Although I don't think that it will do anything to actually curb the speeding problem we
have, I am hopeful that those who are interested in public safety will follow it. I do see
the potential danger in those who will speed regardless to go just as fast while
everyone else slows down, but alongside that concern I would hope that would mean
that law enforcement would have more of a vested interest in stopping them. As it
stands, there seems to have been very little (where I have noticed) effort to stop the
speed racing that goes on at night. I've personally witnessed the deadly after effects of
that along with the deadly consequences of people's poor driving habits in general. At
least once a month I am almost hit or I see an accident unfold in front of me. More
effort should be placed overall to protect drivers and pedestrians/cyclists from these
people.
61. We should decrease speeds anywhere bikes, walkers, dogs, kids commute!
62. With a school nearby a reduced speed limit will help public safety.
63. To make the speed consistent!
64. 40 is safer
65. I live in this areas, and as a runner and cyclist would feel much safer with a lower
speed limit. Not to mention, a lower speed limit would make it significantly safer for
Marcos De Niza students.
66. Reducing speed limits will make pedestrians and cyclists safer.
67. Lots of speeding traffic. Especially eastbound as the driver approaches the 101/Mesa
boarder. All intersections along Guadalupe have multiple entrances for
businesses/schools. All of these intersections, and most major intersections in the city,
should have had their speed limit reduced long ago. Very congested during most drive
times.
68. too many accidents and speeders
69. We live in the area and realize it goes through many shopping districts, schools,
people biking, etc. Safety first
70. It is time for Tempe to prioritize safety over excessive speeds.
71. There are two schools on this roadway, and Lakeshore is a common bikeway.
72. to reduce the severity of injuries when a crash occurs
73. People drive too fast
74. On Guadalupe Road, the traffic can be quite busy & many drivers are not very
watchful. 45 mph is too fast for safety, and inconsistent with the adjacent 40 mph
stretch to the west.
75. Guadalupe is a major east-west connector with schools, bus routes, and commercial
access along it. Reducing speeds here helps balance mobility with safety and reflects
the reality that traffic rarely flows at 45 mph for sustained distances.
76. The portion by Kiwanis Park and Marcos de Niza definitely need to go down to 40.
This road also needs the upgraded bike lines and other safety features implemented
on Broadway, and definitely some sort of light at All-American Way
77. Because speeds are currently too fast and people drive unsafeley in the area.
78. We are a family that rides our bikes and with the speed limit being 45 most drivers are
actually going 55+ and distracted.
79. Same as the first comment: People drive way too fast here. If you want to help
promote safer streets for walking & biking, we need to lower the speed limits.
80. I believe lower speed limits will create a safer environment for bikers and pedestrians.
81. Because it doesn't hurt anyone to go a little slower. It makes the streets safer.
82. I believe streets in Tempe SHOULD be lower speed limits than they are, and most 6
lane streets be restructured as boulevards with real, protected bike lanes and wider
sidewalks
83. People drive way too fast. Slower speed limits are safer.
84. people drive too fast
85. More bike friendly
86. See question 1
87. People drive to fast.

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88. I agree with the City that speeds on many of our materials are too high. As especially
the north part of the city has added a lot of new housing and also commercial and
office uses, the complexity of street use is too much for high speed limits.
89. Honestly, given the amount of college students walking around Tempe, scooting about
or biking, it's probably a good idea to lower speed limits on most of these roads, but
not all. I've noticed a lot of heads looking down at phones. Makes my brain lean
forward on its rocking chair and waggle its cane at these young speedsters.
90. The is a heavy traffic area and people need to slow down through here.
91. I think speed limits changing on the same street makes drivers not realize that the
speed limit is different past a certain point. I see this all the time on SR-51 in the 55
mph areas. If the speed limit were lower throughout the entire street, that would be
safer and result in less speeding in the areas that are already lower. I also bike this
area a lot, and lower speed limits would be safer. Additionally, there is a section of the
bike lane between the train tracks near Kyrene and the Western Canal Path where the
bike lane disappears temporarily, forcing bikers to use the vehicle lane. Despite not
having cars close behind me, I often get honked at by drivers going 45 or more during
this time when I have to be on the vehicle lane when my bike goes 20 max. There are
times when I take the sidewalk if there are a lot of cars behind me, but the bike lane is
really safer. I don't know the reason the bike lane disappears here, so if it can be
extended, that would make biking much safer.
92. I selected yes, because I agree we need to reduce the speed. But to make a city street
safe it should be reduced to AT LEAST 35moh.
93. Same.
94. Traffic should be slower near a pedestrian heavy high school.
95. safety is paramount
96. I support speed limit reductions in all areas of the city. It is the right thing for the city to
do and everyone needs to slow down and pay attention.
97. I've seen some accidents and near accidents along this road during the last year, and
I've routinely seen people driving way too fast in this area. I'm pretty sure that, no
matter what the speed limit is, some drivers in the area will drive about 10 mph or
more over it, so maybe, if it's a little lower, they'll only drive about 50 mph instead of 55
mph or 60 mph, like they usually do. That way, they'll at least be closer to the real
target while still feeling "clever" that they're somehow cheating the system.
98. Lower speed limits improve public health and safety!
99. same as Broadway
100. I live in this area and we need a better sense of safety coming from drivers. A better
pedestrian culture.
101. one constant speed limit for the entire road

No responses:
1.
It is fine the way it is.
2.
It's a comfortable speed and I pay attention to all traffic/pedestrians near me.
3.
The speed limits are fine as they are and don't need to be changed.
4.
Please leave the speed limits as is. The sections that are 45 mph have less congestion
and allow me to get where I need to go.
5.
45 is fine
6.
Traffic will only get worse than it already is with all the newly-added cameras!
7.
The speed is safe with improved safety of cars. There are not pedestrians in the area.
Traffic is bad enough.
8.
Stop with the controlling speeds already! First there are random pop up speed traps,
and now you want to make it even more cumbersome to drive around this city by
further slowing traffic! Is someone that works in Tempe bored and trying to create busy
work for themselves?? Good grief, leave the traffic speed where they are!!
9.
I feel that the Police need to enforce the existing speed limits as they are today by
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there is no enforcement, people will continue to speed. Once driver's begin to see the
Police pulling speeders over for speeding, other drivers will begin to be more aware of
their speed in that area, People will begin to talk about these areas with heavy police
presence for speeding and they will begin to change their driving habits. "Why reduce
the speed limits which aren't being enforced now to a slower speed limit which won't
be enforced? And if you begin to enforce it once you change the limit to a slower
speed, shame on you! The same could have been accomplished by enforcing the
original speed limit. By reducing the speed limit, this would be punishing everyone for
what the few are doing."
10. I think the single most valuable thing to do is to enforce the speed limits we currently
have. We can put up new signage that further limits speed, but much like the lovely
person who travels down the stretch of Hermosa near my house at 60MPH+ with their
unrestricted exhaust, unless we enforce the limits consistently slower limits will just
irritate the good people of Tempe.
11. This is a large street that is used a lot. It makes no sense to lower the speed limit
12. There has been no significant or noticeable change to pedestrian/bicycle traffic to
require reducing the speed limit in these areas
13. Though more residential in nature, this area is firmly car dependent and thus, I do not
believe it would benefit from these proposed changes
14. Speed is not the issue with Tempe traffic. In fact changing the speed along the length
seems like a speed trap to give out tickets.
15. The area has a designated school zone speed limit, which will already handle the
majority of pedestrian traffic in the area
16. I do not support any speed reduction in the city of Tempe. This will not help the
residence and only impede traffic.
17. The city struggles to enforce existing codes and laws, lowering the limit exacerbates
this issue without benefit. Enforce the current limits.
18. No documents show the effect of previous speed limit reductions. If the previous
reductions are not reducing accidents, injuries or deaths, then I do not see a reason for
these reductions.
19. All it will do is generate more ticket revenue and increase insurance costs for Tempe
residents.....the existing speed limits are FINE if enforced!
20. I'm concerned this will lead to increase in traffic without additional safety benefit. Also
the road design does safely supports 45
21. You already have speed and red light cameras that the public did not want.... This is
just an effort to increase the tickets issued by those cameras. Driving any where in
Tempe, is becoming crowded and exhausting! If there are too many people using this
road, stop issuing building permits that increase the density.
22. I oppose the speed limit change on Guadalupe for three reasons. First, the
consideration claimed in the council presentation is false. It does not improve
consistency across the corridor, it reduces it. This change will create confusion with
surrounding roads, leading to frequent accidental speeding. This section of Guadalupe
crosses three major Tempe roads: Kyrene, Rural, and McClintock. It also runs parallel
between two major Tempe roads: Elliot and Baseline. All five of these surrounding
roads have prevailing speed limits of 45 mph. Reducing only Guadalupe creates an
anomaly in the middle that drivers will frequently fail to notice. They will turn onto
Guadalupe, naturally stay at 45 MPH, and accidentally break the limit. Second, the
school zone between Lakeshore and Rural already creates an occasional different
speed limit of 35 MPH, which the new proposal also does not match. Expecting drivers
to notice both of these speed limit differences in the neighborhood creates additional
confusion and may actually cause more speeding in the school zone. Third, compared
with the five surrounding major roads mentioned above, Guadalupe has the least
traffic due to having the fewest businesses. The only sensitive area is the school,
which already has a school zone speed. The proposed change will do nothing to
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23. I don't understand the need for the change.
24. The information presented does not support any of the three reasons presented for the
proposed changes. (Pasted below) It appears someone “just wants it that way.”This is
not progress nor benefit for the community or society.
- Staff is “right sizing”the speeds to match what is happening in the area.
- Roadway functions can change over time.
- Speeds should match the adjacent roadside culture.
25. The speed limit for similar conditions is still 45 in Mesa. Now that you have a speed
camera at McClictock and a temporary device near Lakeshore, how many speeds
have there been over 55? This stretch has limited private driveways, and the
intersecting residential streets are far apart.The only crashes I see are near traffic
ciocntrolled sites which has nothing to do with speed.
26. I live off this road in this stretch. I am pro-increasing the safety of our roads. That said,
this stretch of road sees minimal pedestrian use. It is largely residential
neighborhoods, tucked away from Guadalupe, just like along Elliot. No residential
driveways feed directly onto this road. The exception, Marcos De Niza high school,
already has a school speed limit of 35 mph during school times, nullifying the effect of
the 40mph for that purpose.
There is a large amount of evidence that suggests that lowering the speed limit is the
least effective way to control peoples' speed. People will go the speed they feel is safe.
This road is wide open with little going on around the road (pedestrians, bikers, etc).
Lowering the speed limit would not serve well to control drivers speed along this
corridor. It feels like this is a cash grab to catch people going the speed they already
have been going (the speed they feel safe).What evidence is there that 5 mph of
difference in speed is the difference between this stretch of road being safe vs unsafe?
If this road truly a threat to public safety due to 5 mph, I would much prefer to see
protected bike lanes implemented to create a separation for bikers and pedestrians
from the road, while also narrowing the visualization of the open road, which would in
turn cause drivers to naturally want to drive slower. This is an example of a traffic
calming measure. This also does nothing to help maintain the continuity of speeds as
this road continuing east into Mesa, is 45 mph there. The slower part to the west has
actual traffic calming measures in place which help support the lower speed limit.
This would be a real measure to help protect the citizens utilizing this stretch of road
using all forms of transportation. As the proposal stands, it feels at best as a self-pat
on the back that the city is trying to help and, at worst, a cash grab to prey on drivers.
27. It seems fine the way it is.
28. This is a major artery with minimal housing facing the street. There is an ample cycling
lane and wide sidewalks so there is already sufficient protection for pedestrians and
cyclists. There is also the school zone. Other major arteries in Tempe and Mesa have
45 mph limits so consistency and traffic movement are key factors. Slower traffic will
lead to more cars on the road at a given time and, therefore, more congestion. I am
unaware of major safety concerns along this road or a history of accidents that would
warrant a change.
29. There is already a slow down area by the high school and people are not racing down
Guadalupe now. Traffic flow is good now. Slowing it down contributes to drivers
impatience and swerving from lane to lane to get ahead, which causes a danger to all
drivers.
30. Slower speed limit will slow down traffic adding unnecessary travel time to an already
busy city. If you want to increase safety, increase the requirements to obtain a driver's
licence instead of punishing those who know how to drive by increasing the amount of
slow drivers on the road. Enforce that the left lane is for passing and that ALL slower
traffic shall keep right.
31. A change of the posted mph could possibly hurt average citizens who mostly stay in
the posted limit. Such as myself. Out of habit I would be breaking the limit by forgetting
to take notice of the change on all of these roadways. Non average citizens, who break

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the speed limit, and other traffic laws with impunity, will only continue to break the laws
because of low enforcement. They will never notice the change in posted speed. I
personally hear, and sometimes see at all hours on Guadalupe, high performance
vehicles and motorcycles racing at very high speeds as if at a drag racing track. I
believe that seeing enforcement - signs warning of photo radar, or police with radar on
motorcycles or on vehicles posted clearly in a very visible location on rotation would be
a good deterrent. Show enforcement occasionally all over the city all of the time. I don't
see this being done anywhere in the city now. Noise from these vehicles all over
Tempe is an issue for another time. Thank you for this opportunity to take part in this
survey.
32. Guadalupe traffic is minimal. I don't understand the need to reduce the speed limit.
33. Keep 45mph on major arterial unless there is a level of service or accident statistics
supportive of lowering the speed.
34. Getting through Tempe is already too slow and congested. Lowering the speed limit
would make it worse.
35. Because I need to get where I am going. I don't want to crawl all the way to work.
36. I believe it is safe already.
37. Reducing speed limits is a waste of time if there's no enforcement. This is the case for
previous reductions in speed limits. There's been little enforcement.
38. I drive this section of road a few times per month (mostly during business hours). Most
drivers drive between 40 and 50 mph on this section. Traffic tends to be light and side
traffic minimal. 45 mph is safe in this section of road. During school hours, the section
of road around Marcos De Niza High School lowers traffic speeds.
39. People who speed will continue to speed. Lowering the speed limit, has shown in
study after study, to often INCREASE traffic accidents in this state. I trust the research.
40. See above.
41. There is no valid reason for this change. Where are the 85th percentile speed studies
to justify it?
42. Roads in south Tempe are not as busy. This road does not need a slower speed and
none of the proposal really indicates a good reason why now.
43. The speed limit merely indicates the speed at which police an issue tickets. Per AZ
DOT website: https://azdot.gov/business/engineering-and-
construction/traffic/faq/establishing-speed-limits ""Before and after" studies
consistently demonstrate that there are no significant changes in traffic speeds
following the posting of new or revised speed limits. Furthermore, no published
research findings have established any direct relationship between posted speed limits
and crash frequency..." As no data has been presented about the 85th percentile
speeds and ADOT is clear that this will not accomplish any objectives other than the
ability to write speeding tickets for lower speeds, this proposal should be called out for
what it is: creating an enforcement speed trap to raise revenue.
44. Current limits are not effectively followed or enforced. If there is s safety concern,
let's start by following the current limit. Further reduction is futile.
45. There is no reasonable reason to decrease speed limits on roads designed and
controlled for the current speed limits. Contrary lowering speed limits will potential
shift traffic, and commerce, out of Tempe to Mesa and Chandler as other roads are
chosen for east-west and west-east transportation. I live off of Guadalupe Road and
can only see where this will increase speeding and conversely accidents as a result.
46. Current speed limits are appropriate
47. I strongly believe that the existing speed limit is adequate for current street design and
size as well as for the vehicle and pedestrian traffic of that area. The current speed
limit enhances the flow of traffic while maintaining safety.
48. Tempe leadership is proposing this change while providing little to no quantitative data
to support the push to make this change. Reducing the speed limit by 5 mph will have
no actual effect on safety. Leadership is doing this to give the appearance that they
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leadership should focus on making actual changes to specific road conditions rather
than impose lower speeds on major roadways. We need better Leadership for Tempe!
49. Tired of City council arbitrarily changing those speed limits and putting in photo radar.
It's all about making money!
50. Too slow! Raise the speed limit to 55!
51. We need faster speeds on the roads, not slower. Pedestrians shouldn't be playing in
the streets and expecting everyone to stop what they are doing when they are too lazy
to use a crosswalk at a light where cars are stopped
52. I haven't seen any studies showing how this will improve safety/traffic. Some of these
areas include sites where permanent cameras were recently installed. The timing of
these proposed changes so recently after the camera installation makes this feel like a
"money grab". If that is the case, I do not support these changes, especially in this
economic time where more people are struggling to keep up with rising costs. The city
has already been raising taxes on it's residents and needs to improve it's money
management before taking more.
53. If the change is only being made to increased motorcycle accidents then I think
changing the speed limits isn't going to fix the issue. I do wonder if motorcyclists are
confusing lane filtering which is now legal with lane splitting and that's what is
increasing those accidents for that specific population. If accidents are down in other
areas and it's just motorcycles that are the issue, I think that's worth looking into
instead of changing the speed limits because that won't fix lane splitting issues.
54. The flow of traffic on this thoroughfare runs smoothly at 45, traffic has to slow down
near the high school. Keep traffic flowing on this road.
55. Change timer on street lights.Sensor in place. Stop wasting tax payers money.
Unnecessary signs made.
56. I do not support lowering the speed limit because these roads are primary
thoroughfares, and reducing speeds will increase congestion and travel time without
clear evidence of safety benefits. Lowering the limit by 5 mph is unlikely to change
driving behavior but will require additional enforcement resources that could be better
used elsewhere.
57. This will slow traffic down. If people commit egregious speeding, they will do it
regardless of speed limit.
58. See above response to Broadway Rd. This is a patch up solution to claim they did
something when the real issue is not whether you are going 45 or 40, but the fact you
can almost die at every intersection. It's also ineffective to pedestrians, I say this a
someone that regularly walks this area, the fast drivers don't care whether it's 40 or 45,
they will be going 60 anyways.
59. I think 45 miles per hour works perfectly fine, I don't see any issues with it.
60. With school zones and traffic cameras, speed is lowered in necessary areas already
61. Very wide and well used street. Reduced speed meaningless and not a natural speed.
What is this attachment to 40 around town Dues anyone impose that limit or is this
speed trap planning
62. I don't believe the five mile speed difference will make much of a difference.
63. Lowering the speed limit does absolutely nothing if the flow of traffic remains between
45-50mph Issuing more tickets to normal people because of a sudden change during a
time of economic strain is unnecessary and borderline unethical.
64. I'm not sure why the city believes it is necessary to change something that has been
working well for many years. This proposal seems like an unnecessary use of funding.
I disagree with spending tax dollars on new signs, surveys, and research when the
current speed limits have been in place for years and appear to be working effectively
as they are.
65. Absolutely DO NOT keep reducing speed and/or reduce number of traffic lanes.
Tempe keeps trying to make Tempe a walk/bike/masstransit/alternative transportation
city. This does not solve the auto/pedestrian accident issue. Education for
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66. we need to be able to move around more quickly, not slower. Expand the road instead.
67. There are enough speed reinforcements in Tempe that exist. We just had the
enhancements with the lights at the major intersections and the floating speed trap.
Also we have the safety corridors that move as well.Our city does not need to become
slow everywhere.
68. It won't work
69. 45 is a good speed
70. This is a main thoroughfare for the city and would slow down commuters.
71. Unnecessary.
72. Not needed. I drive it a lot and most aren't even going 45 until they are closer to Price.
73. Speed reduction is not required. Enforce the current limits.
74. no more change
75. Why? lowering the speed is simply not needed.
76. Not realistic. Not enforceable .
77. This is a major thoroughfare and 45 is appropriate for the area.
78. Same answer as #1.
79. Speeding and traffic enforcement cameras are unjust, unconstitutional, and take
money from the working class.
80. I travel often on this road and do not see the need to reduce the speed limit. I have
never witnessed an accident on Guadalupe, but of course I am not on the road 24/7.
81. NO NO NO, the traffic is ridiculous on Guadalupe, enforce the speed limits!
82. I don't think it is necessary.

Not sure responses:
1.
I don't think it is necessary.
2.
Not an area I get to much so hard to say how needed it is.
3.
There is a ton of data that says changing speed limits don't change driving behavior.
Two things change speeds, traffic, and street design. Quit worrying about the speed
limits and designs streets that make people feel like they should go slower.
4.
I don't travel that road
5.
Don't drive Guadalupe much.
6.
Do not drive or walk that street very often.
7.
Don't travel this route very often.
8.
I do not travel this street. You are going to confuse drivers with so many different speed
limits.
9.
I am not sure as I do not believe both the public meeting or council presentation provide
me with enough information to determine if these proposed speed limit changes are
reasonable and meaningful. I define these two terms as follows:
- Reasonable means they fit the road classification and that the roadway physically
supports the posted speed limit (PSL).
- Meaningful means they are based on a quantitative process that reviews speed and
crash data using Federal Highway Administration's (FHWA) USLIMITS2 tool, which
defines the national standard of care for speed limit setting. If Tempe is using
USLIMITS2, that should be disclosed in public and council presentations. If not, the
city should explain why, given its role in promoting consistency and safety. The
process should clearly show whether the proposed speed limit is above, below, or at
the USLIMITS2 recommendation, calibrated with local crash and speed data.
Research (see NCHRP Report 504: Design Speed, Operating Speed, and Posted
Speed Limit Practices) indicates that the PSL is the only independent variable that
influences driver speed behavior, provided there is a reasonable level of enforcement.
Typically, 85% of drivers travel at PSL + 5 to 10 mph, which falls under the usual
enforcement threshold of 11-15 mph over the limit. Pace speed is also important on
long arterials without frequent interruptions (signals).Why this matters:
- Reducing mean speed and speed differential improves safety and enables FHWA
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reduction benefits.
- The Safe System Approach (Safer People, Safer Roads & Safer Speeds) should be
used to communicate this point: managing speed is essential to reducing kinetic
energy and crash severity.
To reinforce reasonable speed behavior, Tempe should adopt a systematic and
scheduled speed enforcement program that rotates through all city streets. This could
include:
- Set enforcement stations on key arterials with a static speed limit sign, followed by a
dynamic speed feedback sign, and then a visible police civil traffic enforcement station
that allows the officer and the offender to pull off the arterial at a safer location.
- The University of Arizona Center for Applied Transportation Science (CATS) study for
Pima County DOT found these setups highly effective in reducing speed-related
crashes. Tempe should replicate this approach and conduct before-and-after studies
as part of its Vision Zero strategy. Physical design changes should complement
enforcement:
- Traffic signals and Roundabouts to manage conflict points and reduce severe crash
risk.
- Raised speed table crosswalks on minor arterials, collectors and at roundabouts.
- Access control medians on roads like Scottsdale Road in north Tempe, allowing left
turns only at signals and select mid-block locations, plus improved lighting and mid-
block HAWKs.
- Raised mid-block speed tables on College Avenue and similar Tempe streets to
reinforce proposed speed limits, especially near curves with crash history.
- Consider narrowing lanes to 11 feet to encourage lower operating speeds.
- Curb extension (bulb-outs) like what is being done on Mill Avenue in downtown.
- Raised intersections to slow speeds in the intersections to help mitigate conflict
points and reduce severe crash risk. Finally, I do not support zero-tolerance
enforcement or safety zones based on crash frequency or history. These approaches
waste resources, send the wrong message, and do not align with best practices.
Enforcement should aim for reasonable speed and yielding behaviors that reduces
crash risk, applied equitably across all roads and intersections. Cherry-picking roads or
intersections based on crash history along for special enforcement often masks
underlying design issues and unfairly shifts blame to drivers instead of addressing root
causes that crash risk applies to all roads and intersections.
10. I do not use Guadalupe often enough to have an opinion.
11. Seems there is little to no enforcement of the existing speed limits. Not sure what the
point is to reduce if the current one is not enforced.
12. What is the problem?
13. maybe it's best for the high school kids, but if there isn't a safety issue, it shouldn't be
lowered.
14. I think it would be helpful along the intersection of Guadalupe and McClintock but I'm
not sure of the other sections.
15. I'm not familiar with that area and I don't drive on Guadalupe very often

7. Do you support the proposed speed limit changes for Veterans Way/Fifth Street?

Total responses: 279

8. Why did you select your answer in the previous question?

Yes responses:
1.
It would be consistent across
2.
There is no justifiable reason to drive at excessive speed on roadways where
pedestrians, cyclists, and turning vehicles are present. Slower is safer
3.
I specifically ride my bike along the corridor often, 25 MPH is more manageable.
4.
A lot of pedestrians in the area - 25 is safer
5.
As an ASU student, it is frustrating how fast people fly through here. I bike along this
section regularly and walk in this area often. It is unnerving how fast I have been
passed by cars. A slower speed, so drivers can pay more attention to their
surroundings, would be beneficial. I drive through this area often as well, and as a
driver, I would not mind slowing down to make pedestrians and cyclists more
comfortable.
6.
more appropriate for that part of the city, considering the number of intersections and
traversal of downtown and student crosswalks
7.
Same response
8.
I support the seed limit change. Speeding has become a major factor impacting traffic
safety for drivers, bikers and pedestrians. Now we also need to address the
enforcement of the speed limits.
9.
People drive way over speed limit
10. Yes, lower the speed limit and add protective curbs (concrete!) for the bike lanes.
11. Protecting pedestrians.
12. Heavy pedestrian, bicycle traffic.
13. as above
14. I believe that reducing the speed limit on this road will make it safer.
15. Traffic can flow, letting people get to their destination in the same amount of time, with
infrastructure changes. We do not need small roads like Broadway to be 7 lanes wide,
wider than highways across most of Europe. Reducing speed limits increases safety
for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists. It will also make it safer to enter or exit the
road. Reducing traffic signal intervals so that you can cross an intersection with less
frustration, and reducing the amber light duration will help with creating a need to
actually stop before red. I see a minimum of 1-3 cars go through red at every crossing,
and if you count amber, you can often see as many as 5-10. And, no danger of
8%
33%
59%
Not sure (22)
No (92)
Yes (165)

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consequences. In Europe most urban speed limits were dropped from 30mph to
20mph over the past 5 years, simply because the statistics showed that (with a small
European car designed for impact with pedestrians) at 30mph a child had a 60%
chance of being killed, whereas 20mph gave them a 60% chance of survival. This area
is a highly pedestrian route, where motorists behave terribly. Reducing the speed will
help. Making the busses use turning signals instead of hazards will also make that
area less dangerous.
16. I support this because of the ASU foot traffic, the light rail, and the narrow roadway
make this a hazardous driving area. This should have been considered in the same
light as a school zone.
17. The closer to bus and light rail lines, the slower the speeds should be!
18. Between light rail, foot traffic, bikes, etc seems like a good change. Granted people will
still speed like crazy because it's barely enforced (see: Mill Ave north of Rio Salado).
19. Safety for pedestrians and bicyclists
20. Very pedestrian and scooter area.
21. Enforcement might help
22. Makes this section consistent with adjacent speed limits.
23. Dorms, stadiums, oblivious college students, trains, etc.
24. Even though I have lived here less than 6 months, I believe having a decrease in
speed limits is worthwhile. I believe a good amount of drivers would be willing to drive
at least 5 mph less than how it is now. From what I've seen around here many drive
around the speed limit, unless they're passing or being reckless. I think lowering the
speed limit would help reduce accidents and the likelihood of them. These reasons
may not sound like strong evidence to lower speed limits, but to me I believe they
make sense and support lowering the speed limit in the proposed areas here in
Tempe.
25. Too many drivers go past the speed limits now.
26. while i'm not as familiar with this corridor, I'm sure it will be safer.
27. To make the speed limits consistent, which makes it easier for drivers to remember.
Also, speed kills so anywhere that we can have slower vehicle traffic means a safer
environment for everyone.
28. This stretch is heavily used by pedestrians, cyclists, scooters, the light rail. There is a
lot going on there and a lower speed would only help to make it safer.
29. This is a very dense urban area and we don't need fast cars here. There are lots of
pedestrians, cyclists and bus riders in the area.
30. This is a busy pedestrian area that links ASU's campus and greek village to essential
Mill Ave venues. Lower speeds around pedestrians is essential for safety.
31. With ASU and college student (walking/biking traffic), 25 MPH seems appropriate.
32. So many people, cars and trains! Best to slow down
33. Many students crossings
34. Slower speeds = safer and quieter streets for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians.
35. Slower speeds are safer for all street users.
36. And warning tickets for a year.
37. Traveling right though a higher density residential area, the downtown core, and ASU
stadium and parking structures there is a higher pedestrian activity it would be nicer if
vehicles moved slower along 5th
38. I support Vision Zero to eliminate roadway deaths and traffic calming measures are
critical to the viability of safe communities.
39. 25 mph consistent speed through heavy pedestrian/bike/scooter use area makes
sense and keeps it consistent throughout the length of the street.
40. I am for lower speed limits overall, lowering speed limits improves the safety of
pedestrians, bicyclists and other drivers.
41. There are a lot of pedestrians in this area. Speed limit should be lower.
42. I bike this area, and reducing the speed limit makes bicycling a bit safer, potentially.
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44. Same as previous reasoning; also, too many pedestrians and cyclists to be going so
fast
45. seems reasonable in the campus area where many of the drivers are young and
apparently have NOT taken (or paid attention to) any courses in how to safely drive
respecting other vehicles on the roads.
46. Safety
47. Drivers go well beyond speed limit now.
48. Slower streets are safer, especially those with bike lanes
49. I think it'd be safer for the pedestrians and cyclists.
50. Anywhere even remotely near ASU should have lower speed - you have massive
amounts of pedestrians and we should focus on their safety by decreasing speeds and
designing traffic calming roads.
51. Increased safety for all road users and speed limit consistency.
52. This is a very obvious neighborhood and the slim streets alone help keep speeds
down naturally. Needs more street trees though. Faster cars means more dangerous
risk for auto-violence (accidents) especially in an area with people/students/children, a
lot of pedestrians around this area. It's in the ASU vicinity, come on. Something else
to consider is installing simple curbs/bollards to keep drivers from driving in the darn
bikelane. Also make the bus shelters much better please.
53. lots of padestrian, bus, bike, scooter traffic in the area. Safer with lower speed limits.
54. Improved safety
55. See above answer
56. Proximity to High Activity Areas: This corridor runs directly adjacent to Arizona State
University (ASU) and high-density residential/commercial areas (e.g., Downtown
Tempe, Maple-Ash neighborhood). Lower speeds are crucial where there is a high
volume of pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. Safety Threshold: Reducing the
speed from 30 mph to 25 mph is a critical safety measure. The likelihood of a
pedestrian fatality drops significantly at 25 mph compared to 30 mph. Shorter stopping
distances at 25 mph provide drivers more time to react and avoid collisions.Minimal
Travel Time Impact: As established previously, a 5 MPH reduction will not significantly
reduce transit times on a road with frequent intersections and traffic signals, as those
delays are primarily dictated by time spent at stop lights and congestion. The safety
benefit far outweighs the negligible time difference.
57. It can be pretty congested around the light rail, cars, and bikers.
58. Lots of traffic
59. This is a very foot and bike traffic intense area of the city, the closest area to being foot
accessible for local residents.
60. Tired of speeding on city streets
61. For the same reasons as others people just go way too fast
62. I believe that lower speed limits will ensure better safety for vehicles and pedestrians.
63. As a former ASU student, I used to walk around campus a lot. It was very concerning
at times when drivers would drive fast and almost hit pedestrians when they were not
paying attention, even at 30 mph. I believe reducing to 25 mph will allow more reaction
time to pedestrians and bikers.
64. Lowering the speed limit makes the road safer for all road users and pedestrians.
Greatly reducing the probability of fatal crashes. What would truly make these roads
safer and make people follow the speed limit is better street design. Stop making every
road so straight and wide. This only encourages drivers to go faster regardless of what
the speed limit is.
65. Although I don't think that it will do anything to actually curb the speeding problem we
have, I am hopeful that those who are interested in public safety will follow it. I do see
the potential danger in those who will speed regardless to go just as fast while
everyone else slows down, but alongside that concern I would hope that would mean
that law enforcement would have more of a vested interest in stopping them. As it
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speed racing that goes on at night. I've personally witnessed the deadly after effects of
that along with the deadly consequences of people's poor driving habits in general. At
least once a month I am almost hit or I see an accident unfold in front of me. More
effort should be placed overall to protect drivers and pedestrians/cyclists from these
people.
66. We should decrease speeds anywhere bikes, walkers, dogs, kids commute!
67. This might make more of a difference, as it is closer to ASU- more congestion.
68. To make the speed consistent!
69. 25 is safer with a high number of bikes, scooters, and peds in the area
70. Veteran's Way/Fifth Street is very congested at times, especially before and after
special events downtown. if the lights would be re-programmed to allow smooth East-
West flow it would move traffic through town quicker.
71. This section of road is literally running through a college campus with tons of
pedestrians. This section of road should have always been 25mph.
72. Reducing speed limits will make pedestrians and cyclists safer.
73. Busy commerce and ASU student area.
74. too many accidents and speeders
75. It is time for Tempe to prioritize safety over excessive speeds.
76. OK - it's downtown near ASU. I will accept the change.
77. This is a high foot traffic, active transportation area as well as a connection point for
transit. It's an area where many ASU students live and where tourists need to be able
to walk safely.
78. to reduce the severity of injuries when a crash occurs
79. Lots of pedestrians
80. Veteran's Way / Fifth Street can have busy traffic for the width of the road and entries
from connecting neighborhood streets. Many drivers are not very watchful. 25 mph is
more consistent with the posted speed on the adjacent W 5th Street.
81. This is a very busy area with lots of pedestrians
82. Lots of foot traffic, plus vegetation along this stretch diminishes visibility
83. This corridor runs through a dense, pedestrian-heavy area near downtown and ASU. A
25 mph speed limit aligns with the surrounding land uses and supports safer crossings
for students, residents, and visitors.
84. Again, apply the same traffic calming and safety upgrades you did West of Ash all the
way across when you lower the speed limit. Just installing signs doesn't cut it.
85. Because speeds are currently too fast and people drive unsafeley in the area.
86. High foot traffic by ASU.
87. We are a family that rides our bikes and with the speed limit being 30 most drivers are
actually going 40-45+ and distracted. There have been way too many accidents with
pedestrians, bikes with vehicles.
88. This definitely doesn't need to be 30 mph.
89. I believe lower speed limits will create a safer environment for bikers and pedestrians.
90. With all of the multimodal transportation in this area, reducing speed is a great idea
here.
91. Can it be lowered to 25 MPH, with protected bike lanes, wider sidewalks and trees
maintained by the city all along?
92. People drive way too fast. Slower speed limits are safer.
93. people drive too fast
94. Congested area.
95. See question 1
96. There a more pedestrian in this area. Let's protect them.
97. People drive to fast.
98. I agree with the City that speeds on many of our materials are too high. As especially
the north part of the city has added a lot of new housing and also commercial and
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99. I think speed limits changing on the same street makes drivers not realize that the
speed limit is different past a certain point. I see this all the time on SR-51 in the 55
mph areas. If the speed limit were lower throughout the entire street, that would be
safer and result in less speeding in the areas that are already lower.
100. I do believe that given the character of the area 25 would be appropriate.
101. There's a lot of pedestrian activity in this particular stretch, including the crosswalk at
Tempe TC. The speed limit needs to be lowered.
102. I selected yes, because I agree we need to reduce the speed. But if you consider the
high amount of residential density being added in this area, a speed limit of 20 mph
would be significantly safer and make this a more thriving area for local businesses.
103. There is a lot of foot traffic at veterans way and university. There should also be a
dedicated turn lane from university onto veterans way.
104. University and pedestrian area.
105. Same
106. High pedestrian density.
107. safety is paramount
108. I support speed limit reductions in all areas of the city. It is the right thing for the city to
do and everyone needs to slow down and pay attention.
109. The sections of that road that I typically drive are pretty narrow, and this street cuts
through the downtown area. The downtown area, especially Mill Avenue, tends to have
traffic congestion while attempting to be pedestrian-friendly, so I think the lower speed
limit is warranted.
110. Lower speed limits improve public health and safety!
111. Lots of pedestrian traffic during the academic year and at festival/ special events
112. I live in this area and we need a better sense of safety coming from drivers. A better
pedestrian culture.
113. I believe the heavy foot traffic in the area would benefit from the slower speed,
however, from S College up to E University Dr, 30 mph seems a more realistic speed.
114. one constant speed limit for the entire road
115. It makes the most sense.

No responses:
1.
It is fine the way it is.
2.
The speed limits are fine as they are and don't need to be changed.
3.
Please leave the speed limits as is. The sections that are 30 mph have less congestion
and allow me to get where I need to go.
4.
30 is fine
5.
The speed is safe with improved safety of cars. Traffic is bad enough.
6.
Stop with the controlling speeds already! First there are random pop up speed traps,
and now you want to make it even more cumbersome to drive around this city by
further slowing traffic! Is someone that works in Tempe bored and trying to create busy
work for themselves?? Good grief, leave the traffic speed where they are!!
7.
I feel that the Police need to enforce the existing speed limits as they are today by
writing tickets to the violators, It doesn't matter what you change the speed limit to, if
there is no enforcement, people will continue to speed. Once driver's begin to see the
Police pulling speeders over for speeding, other drivers will begin to be more aware of
their speed in that area, People will begin to talk about these areas with heavy police
presence for speeding and they will begin to change their driving habits. "Why reduce
the speed limits which aren't being enforced now to a slower speed limit which won't
be enforced? And if you begin to enforce it once you change the limit to a slower
speed, shame on you! The same could have been accomplished by enforcing the
original speed limit. By reducing the speed limit, this would be punishing everyone for
what the few are doing."
8.
I think the single most valuable thing to do is to enforce the speed limits we currently
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person who travels down the stretch of Hermosa near my house at 60MPH+ with their
unrestricted exhaust, unless we enforce the limits consistently slower limits will just
irritate the good people of Tempe.
9.
The kids at ASU will do the speed that they want to. They are used to 30 and will keep
doing it.
10. The modern vehicle can stop almost immediately from 30mph if a pedestrian ends up
on the road. No reason to change
11. I run and walk through this area multiple times a week. I love the pedestrian friendly
atmosphere of the area and the presence of the light rail and street car. I have never
encountered a car going 30mph that was a problem. The majority of issues along this
corridor arise from criminal speeding or people who are not familiar with the area
driving onto the light rail tracks
12. Speed is not the issue with Tempe traffic. In fact changing the speed along the length
seems like a speed trap to give out tickets.
13. Increasing the speed in this relatively small area allows for easier traffic flow out of the
city, especially prevalent during rush hour and college class times
14. I do not support this bs.
15. The city struggles to enforce existing codes and laws, lowering the limit exacerbates
this issue without benefit. Enforce the current limits.
16. No documents show the effect of previous speed limit reductions. If the previous
reductions are not reducing accidents, injuries or deaths, then I do not see a reason for
these reductions.
17. All it will do is generate more ticket revenue and increase insurance costs for Tempe
residents.....the existing speed limits are FINE if enforced!
18. Do you even want anyone to get anywhere in Tempe, You already have speed and red
light cameras that the public did not want.... This is just an effort to increase the tickets
issued by those cameras. Driving any where in Tempe, is becoming crowded and
exhausting!
19. People will go 30-35 even with the change so there is no point in changing
20. I don't understand the need for the change.
21. The information presented does not support any of the three reasons presented for the
proposed changes. (Pasted below) It appears someone “just wants it that way”and
that is not progress nor benefit for the community or society.
- Staff is “right sizing”the speeds to match what is happening in the area.
- Roadway functions can change over time.
- Speeds should match the adjacent roadside culture.
22. No need to reduce speed. this is not a residential area and ped access is limited by
ASU
23. It seems fine the way it is.
24. 30 is low enough
25. Slower speed limit will slow down traffic adding unnecessary travel time to an already
busy city. If you want to increase safety, increase the requirements to obtain a driver's
licence instead of punishing those who know how to drive by increasing the amount of
slow drivers on the road. Enforce that the left lane is for passing and that ALL slower
traffic shall keep right.
26. A change of the posted mph could possibly hurt average citizens who mostly stay in
the posted limit. Such as myself. Out of habit I would be breaking the limit by forgetting
to take notice of the change on all of these roadways. Non average citizens, who break
the speed limit, and other traffic laws with impunity, will only continue to break the laws
because of low enforcement. They will never notice the change in posted speed. I
personally hear, and sometimes see at all hours on Guadalupe, high performance
vehicles and motorcycles racing at very high speeds as if at a drag racing track. I
believe that seeing enforcement - signs warning of photo radar, or police with radar on
motorcycles or on vehicles posted clearly in a very visible location on rotation would be
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see this being done anywhere in the city now. Noise from these vehicles all over
Tempe is an issue for another time. Thank you for this opportunity to take part in this
survey.
27. If there are issues with people on bikes or scooters causing issues in this area, maybe
you should look into them. Lowering the speed limit isn't going to stop bike riders from
riding the wrong way, scooters from doing whatever they want, and people jaywalking
or darting into traffic.
28. Because I need to get where I am going. I don't want to crawl all the way to work.
29. Reducing speed limits is a waste of time if there's no enforcement. This is the case for
previous reductions in speed limits. There's been little enforcement.
30. 25 mph is just too slow.
31. People who speed will continue to speed. Lowering the speed limit, has shown in
study after study, to often INCREASE traffic accidents in this state. I trust the research.
32. See above.
33. There is no valid reason for this change. Where are the 85th percentile speed studies
to justify it?
34. The speed limit merely indicates the speed at which police an issue tickets. Per AZ
DOT website: https://azdot.gov/business/engineering-and-
construction/traffic/faq/establishing-speed-limits ""Before and after" studies
consistently demonstrate that there are no significant changes in traffic speeds
following the posting of new or revised speed limits. Furthermore, no published
research findings have established any direct relationship between posted speed limits
and crash frequency..." As no data has been presented about the 85th percentile
speeds and ADOT is clear that this will not accomplish any objectives other than the
ability to write speeding tickets for lower speeds, this proposal should be called out for
what it is: creating an enforcement speed trap to raise revenue.
35. Current limits are not effectively followed or enforced. If there is s safety concern,
let's start by following the current limit. Further reduction is futile.
36. Current speed limits are appropriate
37. Tempe leadership is proposing this change while providing little to no quantitative data
to support the push to make this change. Reducing the speed limit by 5 mph will have
no actual effect on safety. Leadership is doing this to give the appearance that they
are working without addressing the more difficult root cause of car accidents. Tempe
leadership should focus on making actual changes to specific road conditions rather
than impose lower speeds on major roadways. We need better Leadership for Tempe!
38. Tired of City council arbitrarily changing those speed limits and putting in photo radar.
It's all about making money!
39. 25!?!?!? WTF?!?!?! What are you smoking?!??!? Raise it to 45!
40. We need faster speeds on the roads, not slower. Pedestrians shouldn't be playing in
the streets and expecting everyone to stop what they are doing when they are too lazy
to use a crosswalk at a light where cars are stopped
41. No one will ever go 25. Every time I travel through a school zone everyone is speeding
in Mesa, Chandler, and Tempe so this will never work. Even in large cities the lowest
speed is 30. This is going to be an epic fail and infuriate drivers. You are going to
confuse drivers with so many different speed limits.
42. If the change is only being made to increased motorcycle accidents then I think
changing the speed limits isn't going to fix the issue. I do wonder if motorcyclists are
confusing lane filtering which is now legal with lane splitting and that's what is
increasing those accidents for that specific population. If accidents are down in other
areas and it's just motorcycles that are the issue, I think that's worth looking into
instead of changing the speed limits because that won't fix lane splitting issues.
43. Resident neighborhoods all 30. Stay with laws. Stop ridiculous engineering
recommendations. Stop wasting tax payers money
44. I do not support lowering the speed limit because these roads are primary
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clear evidence of safety benefits. Lowering the limit by 5 mph is unlikely to change
driving behavior but will require additional enforcement resources that could be better
used elsewhere.
45. This will slow traffic down. If people commit egregious speeding, they will do it
regardless of speed limit.
46. I'm an ASU alumni who heavily transited towards lot 59 as I parked there. There's
already heavy traffic in this area and making it even slower will make it worse due to
the amount of distracted drivers in this area. Focus on the real problem which is
people on their phones, not random 5mph changes.
47. I think 30 miles per hour works perfectly fine, I don't see any issues with it.
48. Traffic will naturally slow due to congestion and crosswalks
49. Lowering the speed limit does absolutely nothing if the flow of traffic remains between
45-50mph Issuing more tickets to normal people because of a sudden change during a
time of economic strain is unnecessary and borderline unethical.
50. I like the speed limit like it is. I'm not sure why the city believes it is necessary to
change something that has been working well for many years. This proposal seems
like an unnecessary use of funding. I disagree with spending tax dollars on new signs,
surveys, and research when the current speed limits have been in place for years and
appear to be working effectively as they are.
51. Absolutely DO NOT keep reducing speed and/or reduce number of traffic lanes.
Tempe keeps trying to make Tempe a walk/bike/masstransit/alternative transportation
city. This does not solve the auto/pedestrian accident issue.
Education for pedestrians/scooter riders/bike riders/skateboarders & auto drivers need
Education.
52. There are enough speed reinforcements in Tempe that exist. We just had the
enhancements with the lights at the major intersections and the floating speed trap.
Also we have the safety corridors that move as well.Our city does not need to become
slow everywhere.
53. People won't reduce their speed
54. 30 is a good speed
55. Too slow for that street
56. Speed reduction is not required. Enforce the current limits.
57. no more change
58. If people aren't going 30 already, they're not gonna go 25 dude lol
59. Not realistic. Not enforceable.
60. Same answer as #1.
61. There is too much traffic to slow it down so much. Enforce the speed limit!

Not sure responses:
1.
Not sure; I never drive on that way/street.
2.
Pedestrians frequently outnumber vehicles in much of this area. Light rail also crosses
Veteran's Way. If vehicles are to continue to be permitted along this corridor speed
limits should be lowered to enhance safety.
3.
There is a ton of data that says changing speed limits don't change driving behavior.
Two things change speeds, traffic, and street design. Quit worrying about the speed
limits and designs streets that make people feel like they should go slower.
4.
Don't drive this section of road.
5.
If this slow down contributes to the safety of students walking that would be wise.
Otherwise, 30 mph enforced is a good speed. Hard to keep the speed consistent at 25
because many new cars only coast at 25 mph
6.
I never drive here.
7.
Don't see anyone ever going 30 here anyway. Traffic makes it slower already.
8.
It makes sense to consider this change based on an analysis of pedestrian data on
this section of road.
9.
I'm not familiar with this area.

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10. I am not sure as I do not believe both the public meeting or council presentation
provide me with enough information to determine if these proposed speed limit
changes are reasonable and meaningful. I define these two terms as follows:
- Reasonable means they fit the road classification and that the roadway physically
supports the posted speed limit (PSL).
- Meaningful means they are based on a quantitative process that reviews speed and
crash data using Federal Highway Administration's (FHWA) USLIMITS2 tool, which
defines the national standard of care for speed limit setting. If Tempe is using
USLIMITS2, that should be disclosed in public and council presentations. If not, the
city should explain why, given its role in promoting consistency and safety. The
process should clearly show whether the proposed speed limit is above, below, or at
the USLIMITS2 recommendation, calibrated with local crash and speed data.
Research (see NCHRP Report 504: Design Speed, Operating Speed, and Posted
Speed Limit Practices) indicates that the PSL is the only independent variable that
influences driver speed behavior, provided there is a reasonable level of enforcement.
Typically, 85% of drivers travel at PSL + 5 to 10 mph, which falls under the usual
enforcement threshold of 11-15 mph over the limit. Pace speed is also important on
long arterials without frequent interruptions (signals).Why this matters:
- Reducing mean speed and speed differential improves safety and enables FHWA
Crash Modification Factors (CMFs) related to speed to help quantify potential crash
reduction benefits.
- The Safe System Approach (Safer People, Safer Roads & Safer Speeds) should be
used to communicate this point: managing speed is essential to reducing kinetic
energy and crash severity.
To reinforce reasonable speed behavior, Tempe should adopt a systematic and
scheduled speed enforcement program that rotates through all city streets. This could
include:
- Set enforcement stations on key arterials with a static speed limit sign, followed by a
dynamic speed feedback sign, and then a visible police civil traffic enforcement station
that allows the officer and the offender to pull off the arterial at a safer location.
- The University of Arizona Center for Applied Transportation Science (CATS) study for
Pima County DOT found these setups highly effective in reducing speed-related
crashes. Tempe should replicate this approach and conduct before-and-after studies
as part of its Vision Zero strategy. Physical design changes should complement
enforcement:
- Traffic signals and Roundabouts to manage conflict points and reduce severe crash
risk.
- Raised speed table crosswalks on minor arterials, collectors and at roundabouts.
- Access control medians on roads like Scottsdale Road in north Tempe, allowing left
turns only at signals and select mid-block locations, plus improved lighting and mid-
block HAWKs.
- Raised mid-block speed tables on College Avenue and similar Tempe streets to
reinforce proposed speed limits, especially near curves with crash history.
- Consider narrowing lanes to 11 feet to encourage lower operating speeds.
- Curb extension (bulb-outs) like what is being done on Mill Avenue in downtown.
- Raised intersections to slow speeds in the intersections to help mitigate conflict
points and reduce severe crash risk. Finally, I do not support zero-tolerance
enforcement or safety zones based on crash frequency or history. These approaches
waste resources, send the wrong message, and do not align with best practices.
Enforcement should aim for reasonable speed and yielding behaviors that reduces
crash risk, applied equitably across all roads and intersections. Cherry-picking roads or
intersections based on crash history along for special enforcement often masks
underlying design issues and unfairly shifts blame to drivers instead of addressing root
causes that crash risk applies to all roads and intersections.

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11. Seems there is little to no enforcement of the existing speed limits. Not sure what the
point is to reduce if the current one is not enforced.
12. I don't think it's necessary, though the university kids may have an issue with the
speed of traffic.
13. I do not travel very often on that road, so am not sure how to respond.

9. Do you support the proposed speed limit changes for Miller Road?

Total responses: 278

10. Why did you select your answer in the previous question?

Yes responses:
1.
I would reduce the speed to 30 till the turn
2.
There is no justifiable reason to drive at excessive speed on roadways where
pedestrians, cyclists, and turning vehicles are present. Slower is safer
3.
It is a perfect place South of Curry for there to be young children around, so the lower
speed limit would be better
4.
This is another section of road that is often frequented by cyclists. As a driver and a
cyclist, I would not mind a slower speed limit!
5.
consistency over longer distance and resultant safer travel
6.
Same response. Speed limits are useless unless there inforced.
7.
I support the seed limit change. Speeding has become a major factor impacting traffic
safety for drivers, bikers and pedestrians.
8.
People drive way over speed limit
9.
Protecting pedestrians.
10. A change from 35 mph to 30 mph would provide a smoother transition from high
density development near Rio Salado to suburban development north of McKellips
Road. This is also a popular bicycle corridor.
11. as above
12. I believe that reducing the speed limit on this road will make it safer.
13. Traffic can flow, letting people get to their destination in the same amount of time, with
infrastructure changes. We do not need small roads like Broadway to be 7 lanes wide,
wider than highways across most of Europe. Reducing speed limits increases safety
for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists. It will also make it safer to enter or exit the
road. Reducing traffic signal intervals so that you can cross an intersection with less
frustration, and reducing the amber light duration will help with creating a need to
actually stop before red. I see a minimum of 1-3 cars go through red at every crossing,
and if you count amber, you can often see as many as 5-10. And, no danger of
13%
41%
46%
Not sure (35)
No (114)
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consequences. In Europe most urban speed limits were dropped from 30mph to
20mph over the past 5 years, simply because the statistics showed that (with a small
European car designed for impact with pedestrians) at 30mph a child had a 60%
chance of being killed, whereas 20mph gave them a 60% chance of survival.
14. This is the beginning of a slowing area as more traffic comes into Tempe.
15. I would prefer everything north of Curry to be 30 mph, but it's a start. The section
between McKellips & McDowell really has the same makeup as the section south of
McKellips: lots of single & multifamily residences and parks.
16. Even though I have lived here less than 6 months, I believe having a decrease in
speed limits is worthwhile. I believe a good amount of drivers would be willing to drive
at least 5 mph less than how it is now. From what I've seen around here many drive
around the speed limit, unless they're passing or being reckless. I think lowering the
speed limit would help reduce accidents and the likelihood of them.These reasons may
not sound like strong evidence to lower speed limits, but to me I believe they make
sense and support lowering the speed limit in the proposed areas here in Tempe.
17. Too many drivers go past the speed limits now.
18. It be safer
19. To make the speed limits consistent, which makes it easier for drivers to remember.
Also, speed kills so anywhere that we can have slower vehicle traffic means a safer
environment for everyone.
20. This is an area that could be beautiful and peaceful, especially with the improvements
going in along Indian Bend Wash which will make the area more walkable and
bikeable. Slower speeds are more appropriate here.
21. Given residence, park, and schools a lower speed should help prevent accidents.
22. Speeding and pedestrian crossings in addition to the curves approaching the lake.
Much traffic turning in and out of Playa Del Norte businesses.
23. Slower speeds = safer and quieter streets for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians.
24. Slower speeds are safer for all street users.
25. Yes, and have warning tickets for a year.
26. I support Vision Zero to eliminate roadway deaths and traffic calming measures are
critical to the viability of safe communities.
27. Drivers simply need to slow down
28. I do not drive this area hardly at all, so no real opinion.
29. Safety
30. to support pedestrians and cyclists on their way to tempe town lake for walks, runs,
and bike rides!
31. Drivers go well beyond speed limit now.
32. Slower streets are safer, especially those with bike lanes
33. I think it'd be safer for the pedestrians and cyclists.
34. Decreases are pretty always a positive, this also provides a smoother change from 35
-> 30 -> 25 rather than jumping from 35 -> 25.
35. Increased safety for all road users and a more gradual speed limit change.
36. This is a very obvious neighborhood and the slim streets alone help keep speeds
down naturally. Needs more street trees though. Faster cars means more dangerous
risk for auto-violence (accidents) especially in an area with people/students/children, a
lot of pedestrians around this area. There's parks and schools nearby so this makes
the decision easy. Something else to consider is installing simple curbs/bollards to
keep drivers from driving in the darn bikelane. Also making cycle paths
better/physically separated from the road can help boost local children's
indepencence.
37. Improved safety
38. This is extremely necessary. Easy too fast on this road!
39. See previous answers
40. Tired of speeding on city streets
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42. I believe that lower speed limits will ensure better safety for vehicles and pedestrians.
43. Lowering the speed limit makes the road safer for all road users and pedestrians.
Greatly reducing the probability of fatal crashes. What would truly make these roads
safer and make people follow the speed limit is better street design. Stop making every
road so straight and wide. This only encourages drivers to go faster regardless of what
the speed limit is.
44. BIG yes.
45. Although I don't think that it will do anything to actually curb the speeding problem we
have, I am hopeful that those who are interested in public safety will follow it. I do see
the potential danger in those who will speed regardless to go just as fast while
everyone else slows down, but alongside that concern I would hope that would mean
that law enforcement would have more of a vested interest in stopping them. As it
stands, there seems to have been very little (where I have noticed) effort to stop the
speed racing that goes on at night. I've personally witnessed the deadly after effects of
that along with the deadly consequences of people's poor driving habits in general. At
least once a month I am almost hit or I see an accident unfold in front of me. More
effort should be placed overall to protect drivers and pedestrians/cyclists from these
people.
46. We should decrease speeds anywhere bikes, walkers, dogs, kids commute!
47. I bike this section of Miller often. Lower speed limits are a important component of
creating a safer bike infrastructure in the City of Tempe.
48. Reducing speed limits will make pedestrians and cyclists safer.
49. A back way into Scottsdale.
50. too many accidents and speeders
51. It is time for Tempe to prioritize safety over excessive speeds.
52. to reduce the severity of injuries when a crash occurs
53. People drive too fast
54. Miller Road gets a lot of 'spillover' traffic from Scottsdale Road. It often has very
congested traffic for the width of the road. Many drivers are not very watchful. 30 mph
will slow down the traffic as the cars go into the 25 mph curve.
55. Miller functions more like a neighborhood connector than a high-speed arterial.
Lowering the limit to 30 mph improves safety for people accessing homes, parks, and
side streets while keeping traffic moving smoothly.
56. Because speeds are currently too fast and people drive unsafeley in the area.
57. We are a family that rides our bikes and with the speed limit being 35 most drivers are
actually going 40-45+ and distracted. There have been way too many accidents with
pedestrians, bikes with vehicles.
58. People drive way too fast here. If you want to help promote safer streets for walking &
biking, we need to lower the speed limits.
59. I believe lower speed limits will create a safer environment for bikers and pedestrians.
60. I honestly don't travel this route often, but support reducing speed limits to test their
safety impact.
61. I would prefer it be lowered to 30 MPH and 25 MPH, with design upgrades like
protected bike lanes, wider sidewalks and trees maintained by the city along the route
62. People drive way too fast. Slower speed limits are safer.
63. people drive too fast
64. See question 1
65. People drive to fast.
66. I agree with the City that speeds on many of our materials are too high. As especially
the north part of the city has added a lot of new housing and also commercial and
office uses, the complexity of street use is too much for high speed limits.
67. I think speed limits changing on the same street makes drivers not realize that the
speed limit is different past a certain point. I see this all the time on SR-51 in the 55
mph areas. If the speed limit were lower throughout the entire street, that would be
safer and result in less speeding in the areas that are already lower.

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68. There's a lot of newer, dense residential going up around Curry/Miller that I think
lowering it to 30mph makes sense.
69. I frequently ride my bike on this stretch and cars are often going in excess of 50 mph. I
dont necessarily blame them, the road design invites this behavior. In addition to
reducing the speed limit, traffic calming should be added.
70. Helps slow down traffic to turn
71. Same
72. Parks and other amenities as you continue to drive north on milller attract families and
other pedestrians.
73. safety is paramount
74. I support speed limit reductions in all areas of the city. It is the right thing for the city to
do and everyone needs to slow down and pay attention.
75. I've seen people driving way over the speed limit all over the city, and some of them
think that, by going faster, they can legally force others to go faster because people
have an obligation to keep up with "the speed of traffic." I'd like to see some push-back
on that notion by having the speed limit reduced.
76. Lower speed limits improve public health and safety!
77. Parks and residential zoning in the area, higher likelihood of younger citizens at risk
with higher speeds
78. As a pedestrian, we need better driving ettiquete.
79. It makes the most sense.

No responses:
1.
It is fine the way it is.
2.
There are now new speed bumps along that highlighted area which will already work
at slowing down the Miller Rd. traffic
3.
The speed limits are fine as they are and don't need to be changed.
4.
Please leave the speed limits as is. The sections that are 35 mph have less congestion
and allow me to get where I need to go.
5.
35 is fine
6.
The speed is safe with improved safety of cars. There are not pedestrians in the area.
Traffic is bad enough.
7.
Stop with the controlling speeds already! First there are random pop up speed traps,
and now you want to make it even more cumbersome to drive around this city by
further slowing traffic! Is someone that works in Tempe bored and trying to create busy
work for themselves?? Good grief, leave the traffic speed where they are!!
8.
I feel that the Police need to enforce the existing speed limits as they are today by
writing tickets to the violators, It doesn't matter what you change the speed limit to, if
there is no enforcement, people will continue to speed. Once driver's begin to see the
Police pulling speeders over for speeding, other drivers will begin to be more aware of
their speed in that area, People will begin to talk about these areas with heavy police
presence for speeding and they will begin to change their driving habits. "Why reduce
the speed limits which aren't being enforced now to a slower speed limit which won't
be enforced? And if you begin to enforce it once you change the limit to a slower
speed, shame on you! The same could have been accomplished by enforcing the
original speed limit. By reducing the speed limit, this would be punishing everyone for
what the few are doing."
9.
I think the single most valuable thing to do is to enforce the speed limits we currently
have. We can put up new signage that further limits speed, but much like the lovely
person who travels down the stretch of Hermosa near my house at 60MPH+ with their
unrestricted exhaust, unless we enforce the limits consistently slower limits will just
irritate the good people of Tempe.
10. There has been no significant or noticeable change to pedestrian/bicycle traffic to
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11. I live in this area. Miller serves as a fantastic alternative to Scottsdale road, especially
right now during football season and ongoing construction in the area. 30mph is
perfect for this road
12. Speed is not the issue with Tempe traffic. In fact changing the speed along the length
seems like a speed trap to give out tickets.
13. You want to lower it to 25 miles an hour on a main strip of road. It's like yeah people
don't even think about things. Do not live in Tempe? This is gonna impede traffic
substantially. You're asking the speed limit to be crawling on a main strip on university
Avenue. Yall should be ashamed of yourselves.
14. The city struggles to enforce existing codes and laws, lowering the limit exacerbates
this issue without benefit. Enforce the current limits.
15. No documents show the effect of previous speed limit reductions. If the previous
reductions are not reducing accidents, injuries or deaths, then I do not see a reason for
these reductions.
16. All it will do is generate more ticket revenue and increase insurance costs for Tempe
residents.....the existing speed limits are FINE if enforced!
17. Two things, first it's 35 in the Scottsdale portion so no-one is going to go 30. Further at
35 no-one goes the speed limit already even with a constant amount of Scottsdale PD
on the street. At worst it'll just lead to more aggressive driving and road rage, as a 2
lane road, when the rare few people go either 5 over or the proposed speed limit.
18. This road is slow enough when there is lots of traffic on it...
19. The proposal of 30 mph is inconsistent with both adjoining blocks - one 25 mph and
the other 35 mph. This section is proposed to have speed humps, which are not
compatible with a 30 mph speed. This section, adjacent to parks and playgrounds,
and planned to have speed humps, should be reduced to 25 mph, consistent with the
adjoining block.
20. Keep it consistent
21. I don't understand the need for the change.
22. The information presented does not support any of the three reasons presented for the
proposed changes. (Pasted below) It appears someone “just wants it that way.”This is
not progress nor benefit for the community or society.
- Staff is “right sizing”the speeds to match what is happening in the area.
- Roadway functions can change over time.
- Speeds should match the adjacent roadside culture.
23. It seems fine the way it is.
24. Too many changes in too short a distance. Keep it consistent at either 30 or 35.
25. 35 is ideal for this stretch of road.
26. Now that 6 speed bumps have been installed (without striping for easy viewing) in a
one mile stretch on Miller from McKellips to Curry, you can't even average 30 mph.
This whole improvement is a fiasco and the residents who pushed for it have moved
out of state. I have lived in this area for 27 years and never encountered speeding or
other safety issues.
27. Slower speed limit will slow down traffic adding unnecessary travel time to an already
busy city. If you want to increase safety, increase the requirements to obtain a driver's
licence instead of punishing those who know how to drive by increasing the amount of
slow drivers on the road. Enforce that the left lane is for passing and that ALL slower
traffic shall keep right.
28. A change of the posted mph could possibly hurt average citizens who mostly stay in
the posted limit. Such as myself. Out of habit I would be breaking the limit by forgetting
to take notice of the change on all of these roadways. Non average citizens, who break
the speed limit, and other traffic laws with impunity, will only continue to break the laws
because of low enforcement. They will never notice the change in posted speed. I
personally hear, and sometimes see at all hours on Guadalupe, high performance
vehicles and motorcycles racing at very high speeds as if at a drag racing track. I
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motorcycles or on vehicles posted clearly in a very visible location on rotation would be
a good deterrent. Show enforcement occasionally all over the city all of the time. I don't
see this being done anywhere in the city now. Noise from these vehicles all over
Tempe is an issue for another time. Thank you for this opportunity to take part in this
survey.
29. Area has functioned with 35 north of Curry, there is a signalized intersection at Curry
making the natural transition from 35 to 25, please do not do mid-block changes in
speed; keep 35 north of Curry.
30. Miller in this area is too slow already.
31. Because I need to get where I am going. I don't want to crawl all the way to work.
32. I believe it is already at a safe speed.
33. Not as busy of an area, dont see need
34. Reducing speed limits is a waste of time if there's no enforcement. This is the case for
previous reductions in speed limits. There's been little enforcement.
35. I rarely driver here. When I do, 35 was safe and prudent.
36. People who speed will continue to speed. Lowering the speed limit, has shown in
study after study, to often INCREASE traffic accidents in this state. I trust the research.
37. See above.
38. There is no valid reason for this change. Where are the 85th percentile speed studies
to justify it?
39. It will be out of sync with the northern portion. Leave it as is.
40. The speed limit merely indicates the speed at which police an issue tickets. Per AZ
DOT website: https://azdot.gov/business/engineering-and-
construction/traffic/faq/establishing-speed-limits ""Before and after" studies
consistently demonstrate that there are no significant changes in traffic speeds
following the posting of new or revised speed limits. Furthermore, no published
research findings have established any direct relationship between posted speed limits
and crash frequency..." As no data has been presented about the 85th percentile
speeds and ADOT is clear that this will not accomplish any objectives other than the
ability to write speeding tickets for lower speeds, this proposal should be called out for
what it is: creating an enforcement speed trap to raise revenue.
41. Current limits are not effectively followed or enforced. If there is s safety concern,
let's start by following the current limit. Further reduction is futile.
42. The speed limit should be as consistent as possible on the same road.
43. There is no reasonable reason to decrease speed limits on roads designed and
controlled for the current speed limits.
44. Current speed limits are appropriate
45. I believe that the existing speed limit is adequate for current street design and size as
well as for the vehicle and pedestrian traffic of that area. The current speed limit
enhances the flow of traffic.
46. Tempe leadership is proposing this change while providing little to no quantitative data
to support the push to make this change. Reducing the speed limit by 5 mph will have
no actual effect on safety. Leadership is doing this to give the appearance that they
are working without addressing the more difficult root cause of car accidents. Tempe
leadership should focus on making actual changes to specific road conditions rather
than impose lower speeds on major roadways. We need better Leadership for Tempe!
47. Tired of City council arbitrarily changing those speed limits and putting in photo radar.
It's all about making money!
48. I can walk faster. Raise the speed limit. I got places to go and people to see.
49. We need faster speeds on the roads, not slower. Pedestrians shouldn't be playing in
the streets and expecting everyone to stop what they are doing when they are too lazy
to use a crosswalk at a light where cars are stopped
50. If the change is only being made to increased motorcycle accidents then I think
changing the speed limits isn't going to fix the issue. I do wonder if motorcyclists are
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increasing those accidents for that specific population. If accidents are down in other
areas and it's just motorcycles that are the issue, I think that's worth looking into
instead of changing the speed limits because that won't fix lane splitting issues.
51. Neighborhoods 30 by laws. Stay with laws Lawsuits costly Cut waste of tax payers
money
52. I do not support lowering the speed limit because these roads are primary
thoroughfares, and reducing speeds will increase congestion and travel time without
clear evidence of safety benefits. Lowering the limit by 5 mph is unlikely to change
driving behavior but will require additional enforcement resources that could be better
used elsewhere.
53. This will slow traffic down. If people commit egregious speeding, they will do it
regardless of speed limit.
54. Useless change.
55. I think 30 miles per hour works perfectly fine, I don't see any issues with it.
56. The entire strip should be 35 or 30 including the 25mph section.
57. Are we not capable of a 20 mph change . Seems unneeded
58. I don't believe the five mile speed difference will make much of a difference.
59. This road can handle 35 just fine
60. Lowering the speed limit does absolutely nothing if the flow of traffic remains between
45-50mph Issuing more tickets to normal people because of a sudden change during a
time of economic strain is unnecessary and borderline unethical.
61. Why change something that has been working just fine for many years. I'm not sure
why the city believes it is necessary to change something that has been working well
for many years. This proposal seems like an unnecessary use of funding. I disagree
with spending tax dollars on new signs, surveys, and research when the current speed
limits have been in place for years and appear to be working effectively as they are.
62. Traffic on side streets already moves below the speed limit during a significant portion
of the day due to congestion and traffic and road construction. Therefore is not
necessary to lower the speed limit is that would further impede traffic moving slow and
creating more congestion.
63. Absolutely DO NOT keep reducing speed and/or reduce number of traffic lanes.
Tempe keeps trying to make Tempe a walk/bike/masstransit/alternative transportation
city. This does not solve the auto/pedestrian accident issue. Education for
pedestrians/scooter riders/bike riders/skateboarders & auto drivers need Education.
64. we need to be able to move around more quickly, not slower. Expand the road instead.
65. There are enough speed reinforcements in Tempe that exist. We just had the
enhancements with the lights at the major intersections and the floating speed trap.
Also we have the safety corridors that move as well.Our city does not need to become
slow everywhere.
66. 35 is a good speed
67. Too slow for that street.
68. Speed reduction is not required. Enforce the current limits.
69. no more change
70. Lacks consistency and no good reason for the reduction.
71. There's ample space to avoid the roads if you're walking or on wheels.
72. Not realistic. Not enforceable.
73. it might be a good way to slow down between 35 and 25, but most folks driving that
don't need to slow down until they get closer to the high rises and the in-and-out.
74. Zero serious injury or fatal accidents in the past 5 years. This will make the speed limit
less consistent.
75. Same answer as #1.
76. Speeding and traffic enforcement cameras are unjust, unconstitutional, and take
money from the working class.
77. There is too much traffic to slow it down so much. Enforce the speed limit!
78. needs to be one constant speed limit for the entire road, and I recommend 35mph

Not sure responses:
1.
Haven't been on Miller Road for YEARS. If it's a residential street, I support the
change. If not; no.
2.
I don't have much experience with this area.
3.
I don't drive this area and am not sure what is appropriate. If safety is driving the
change, I agree.
4.
I don't feel this is warranted in this section but also haven't been up here enough to
know
5.
Never travel on Miller
6.
There is a ton of data that says changing speed limits don't change driving behavior.
Two things change speeds, traffic, and street design. Quit worrying about the speed
limits and designs streets that make people feel like they should go slower.
7.
I dont spend much time on Miller Road so am not familiar with it.
8.
Don't drive this section of road.
9.
I'm not familiar enough with the area.
10. There is a bike/walk/multi use path that parallels miller and currently nothing in that
area (unless there are apartments going in there, which maybe I remember). If there
are apartments, reduce the speed limit. If not, maybe it's ok as is.
11. Don't drive it
12. I never travel this street. You are going to confuse drivers with so many different speed
limits.
13. I would defer to the feedback of the residents and businesses on/near this segment of
road.
14. I'm not familiar with this area.
15. Don't drive this street often
16. I am not sure as I do not believe both the public meeting or council presentation
provide me with enough information to determine if these proposed speed limit
changes are reasonable and meaningful. I define these two terms as follows:-
Reasonable means they fit the road classification and that the roadway physically
supports the posted speed limit (PSL).
- Meaningful means they are based on a quantitative process that reviews speed and
crash data using Federal Highway Administration's (FHWA) USLIMITS2 tool, which
defines the national standard of care for speed limit setting. If Tempe is using
USLIMITS2, that should be disclosed in public and council presentations. If not, the
city should explain why, given its role in promoting consistency and safety. The
process should clearly show whether the proposed speed limit is above, below, or at
the USLIMITS2 recommendation, calibrated with local crash and speed data.
Research (see NCHRP Report 504: Design Speed, Operating Speed, and Posted
Speed Limit Practices) indicates that the PSL is the only independent variable that
influences driver speed behavior, provided there is a reasonable level of enforcement.
Typically, 85% of drivers travel at PSL + 5 to 10 mph, which falls under the usual
enforcement threshold of 11-15 mph over the limit. Pace speed is also important on
long arterials without frequent interruptions (signals). Why this matters:
- Reducing mean speed and speed differential improves safety and enables FHWA
Crash Modification Factors (CMFs) related to speed to help quantify potential crash
reduction benefits.
- The Safe System Approach (Safer People, Safer Roads & Safer Speeds) should be
used to communicate this point: managing speed is essential to reducing kinetic
energy and crash severity.To reinforce reasonable speed behavior, Tempe should
adopt a systematic and scheduled speed enforcement program that rotates through all
city streets. This could include:
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dynamic speed feedback sign, and then a visible police civil traffic enforcement station
that allows the officer and the offender to pull off the arterial at a safer location.
- The University of Arizona Center for Applied Transportation Science (CATS) study for
Pima County DOT found these setups highly effective in reducing speed-related
crashes. Tempe should replicate this approach and conduct before-and-after studies
as part of its Vision Zero strategy. Physical design changes should complement
enforcement:
- Traffic signals and Roundabouts to manage conflict points and reduce severe crash
risk.
- Raised speed table crosswalks on minor arterials, collectors and at roundabouts.
- Access control medians on roads like Scottsdale Road in north Tempe, allowing left
turns only at signals and select mid-block locations, plus improved lighting and mid-
block HAWKs.
- Raised mid-block speed tables on College Avenue and similar Tempe streets to
reinforce proposed speed limits, especially near curves with crash history.
- Consider narrowing lanes to 11 feet to encourage lower operating speeds.
- Curb extension (bulb-outs) like what is being done on Mill Avenue in downtown.
- Raised intersections to slow speeds in the intersections to help mitigate conflict
points and reduce severe crash risk. Finally, I do not support zero-tolerance
enforcement or safety zones based on crash frequency or history. These approaches
waste resources, send the wrong message, and do not align with best practices.
Enforcement should aim for reasonable speed and yielding behaviors that reduces
crash risk, applied equitably across all roads and intersections. Cherry-picking roads or
intersections based on crash history along for special enforcement often masks
underlying design issues and unfairly shifts blame to drivers instead of addressing root
causes that crash risk applies to all roads and intersections.
17. I do not use Miller often enough to have an opinion, but I'm not sure that there is that
heavy of a traffic flow that it needs to be slowed down.
18. I'm unfamiliar with this area.
19. Do not travel along this road
20. Don't drive Miller quite enough to have a valid opinion.
21. Seems there is little to no enforcement of the existing speed limits. Not sure what the
point is to reduce if the current one is not enforced.
22. What is the problem
23. Who NEEDS it lowered, and why?
24. Not that familiar with the area but as it is not a major Thorofare I would lean towards
supporting the change.
25. I do not travel very often on that road, so am not sure how to respond.
26. I don't travel in that area and I'm not sure of the extent of foot traffic. The nearby bike
trails should be utilized for cyclists

11. Do you support the proposed speed limit changes for McKellips Road?

Total responses: 278

12.Why did you select your answer in the previous question?

Yes responses:
1.
There is no justifiable reason to drive at excessive speed on roadways where
pedestrians, cyclists, and turning vehicles are present. Slower is safer
2.
I haven't been in that area for a while. But with the new roundabout going in at College
& McKellips, it makes sense.
3.
There are a lot of cyclists and pedestrians in this area due to Papago Park, and a
slower speed limit would make the area feel safer.
4.
more appropriate, considering growth in the area
5.
Same response as others
6.
I support the seed limit change. Speeding has become a major factor impacting traffic
safety for drivers, bikers and pedestrians. .
7.
People drive way over speed limit
8.
Protecting pedestrians.
9.
This is an access route to Papago Park for pedestrians and cyclists. A lower speed
limit would provide a safer space for mixed use travel.
10. as above
11. I believe that reducing the speed limit on this road will make it safer.
12. Traffic can flow, letting people get to their destination in the same amount of time, with
infrastructure changes. We do not need small roads like Broadway to be 7 lanes wide,
wider than highways across most of Europe. Reducing speed limits increases safety
for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists. It will also make it safer to enter or exit the
road. Reducing traffic signal intervals so that you can cross an intersection with less
frustration, and reducing the amber light duration will help with creating a need to
actually stop before red. I see a minimum of 1-3 cars go through red at every crossing,
and if you count amber, you can often see as many as 5-10. And, no danger of
consequences. In Europe most urban speed limits were dropped from 30mph to
20mph over the past 5 years, simply because the statistics showed that (with a small
European car designed for impact with pedestrians) at 30mph a child had a 60%
chance of being killed, whereas 20mph gave them a 60% chance of survival.
11%
40%
49%
Not Sure (32)
No (110)
Yes (136)

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13. Unlike the other corridors on this feedback form, Mickellips in this area is essentially a
"road to nowhere" with driveways that literally exit onto the roadway
14. I support all reduction in speed limits. Reduction in speed limits is great for businesses!

Our streets need to be safe for all users, which includes pedestrians, cyclists, transit
users, and cars. Data shows that reduced speed does not impact congestion, as traffic
lights are timed appropriately and folks who need to travel at higher speeds then travel
on our highways, which in Tempe are accessible and plentiful. While reduction in
speed is a great first step, additional changes should include infrastructure changes to
make the streets more difficult to speed along including bump outs, medians, barriered
bike lanes and bus-only lanes.
15. It's basically just residential anyways on that stretch.
16. Seems to be a busy stretch with a lot of dense apartments and parks close by.
17. people are already speeding way too fast on this stretch - we also need more than just
reduced speed limit. hopefully the road diet project helps...
18. I would prefer 25 mph as both sides are residential, but this is a start.
19. I am a person who literally walks on the Southside of McKellips Rd from N. La Rosa to
N Cavalier every day, once in the morning and once at night. There is a long portion
of that road in which the sidewalk is up against the road. With Buses and so many
vehicles going down it's literally quite dangerous. At 40 miles an hour it's dangerous,
however in the mornings so many are going way faster than the speed limit. So, any
lowering of the speed limit would be a good decision and help to a degree.
20. Even though I have lived here less than 6 months, I believe having a decrease in
speed limits is worthwhile. I believe a good amount of drivers would be willing to drive
at least 5 mph less than how it is now. From what I've seen around here many drive
around the speed limit, unless they're passing or being reckless. I think lowering the
speed limit would help reduce accidents and the likelihood of them.These reasons may
not sound like strong evidence to lower speed limits, but to me I believe they make
sense and support lowering the speed limit in the proposed areas here in Tempe.
21. Too many drivers go past the speed limits now.
22. safer
23. This, along with the upcoming roundabout, will make the area much safer.
24. Primarily residential artery so no need to "speed". 35 MPH is appropriate for this
section of road.
25. Approaching the roundabout at McKellips in College under construction, college will be
30 miles an hour and I actually think that McKellips could go down to 30 miles an hour
as well. But definitely reduced to 35 miles an hour, especially with the proposed
changes coming to the lane realignments.
26. Slower speeds = safer and quieter streets for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians.
27. Slower speeds are safer for all street users.
28. It makes sense.
29. And have warning tickets for a year.
30. I support Vision Zero to eliminate roadway deaths and traffic calming measures are
critical to the viability of safe communities.
31. Same as above.
32. Drivers simply need to slow down. Tempe is full of pedestrians and cyclists.
33. Safety
34. Drivers go well beyond speed limit now.
35. Slower speed limits make for safer streets
36. I think it'd be safer for the pedestrians and cyclists.
37. I'd like to see this decreased to 30 mph.
38. Increased safety for all road users and a more gradual speed limit change.
39. I think the only real ways to reduce speed limits that are respected is to redesign the
road itself. When the road is straight and wide open, no obstructions people feel
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reducing the number of lanes, and the outermost lanes could be converted to
dedicated bus/bikelanes separated from car traffic where private vehicles can't drive.
Also needs to include good median design for line of sight as well as strategic
landscaping/street trees to not only provide needed shade, sense of enclosure by the
trees can subconsciously slow drivers as well as reducing temperatures/improving air
quality, reducing some noise pollution to nearby properties. In this case going west
McKellips ends in a culdesac. Reducing lanes is easy, we need dedicated bus and
bikelanes badly. Signs don't do a good job at reducing speeds, the design and layout
of the road itself is a huge deal.
40. I don't travel this road enough but I'm sure the speeding drivers drive fast on this one
as well.
41. See previous answers
42. Tired of speeding on city streets
43. Same reasons as others
44. I believe that lower speed limits will ensure better safety for vehicles and pedestrians.
45. Lowering the speed limit makes the road safer for all road users and pedestrians.
Greatly reducing the probability of fatal crashes. What would truly make these roads
safer and make people follow the speed limit is better street design. Stop making every
road so straight and wide. This only encourages drivers to go faster regardless of what
the speed limit is.
46. Although I don't think that it will do anything to actually curb the speeding problem we
have, I am hopeful that those who are interested in public safety will follow it. I do see
the potential danger in those who will speed regardless to go just as fast while
everyone else slows down, but alongside that concern I would hope that would mean
that law enforcement would have more of a vested interest in stopping them. As it
stands, there seems to have been very little (where I have noticed) effort to stop the
speed racing that goes on at night. I've personally witnessed the deadly after effects of
that along with the deadly consequences of people's poor driving habits in general. At
least once a month I am almost hit or I see an accident unfold in front of me. More
effort should be placed overall to protect drivers and pedestrians/cyclists from these
people.
47. We should decrease speeds anywhere bikes, walkers, dogs, kids commute!
48. 35 is safer
49. I too often bike along this section of McKellips and a slower speed limit will make it
safer.
50. Reducing speed limits will make pedestrians and cyclists safer.
51. too many accidents and speeders
52. It is time for Tempe to prioritize safety over excessive speeds.
53. to reduce the severity of injuries when a crash occurs
54. People drive too fast
55. McKellips Road often has very congested traffic for the width of the road. Many
drivers are not very watchful. Slowing the speed from 40 mph to 35 mph eases the
speed down in preparation for the transition to the 25 mph section.
56. This is a wide street that goes through a mostly neighborhood area without
connectivity due to the canal, so it does not create any advantage for longer through
travel. Treat it like a neighborhood street.
57. This section of McKellips has frequent intersections and turning movements that
already limit operating speeds. A 35 mph limit better reflects actual conditions and
reduces crash severity on a heavily traveled corridor.
58. Because speeds are currently too fast and people drive unsafeley in the area.
59. Yes. Good amount of foot traffic near Papago and residential.
60. We are a family that rides our bikes and with the speed limit being 40 most drivers are
actually going 50+and distracted. There have been way too many accidents with
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61. People drive way too fast here. If you want to help promote safer streets for walking &
biking, we need to lower the speed limits. Anything over 35 in Tempe is pushing it
usually unless you're on the outskirts of the city.
62. I believe lower speed limits will create a safer environment for bikers and pedestrians.
63. Because it doesn't hurt anyone to go a little slower. It makes the streets safer.
64. Tempe experimented with McKellips a few years ago, adding plastic bollards to make
a protected bike lane. After lots of complaints from vocal residents and non-residents,
the bike lanes were removed. The design was not very good and those that screamed
the loudest turned back that progress. Even in front of the school just north of
Southern! That is baffling -- a busy street in front of a high school with almost zero
pedestrian protection and no protected bike lanes. The infrastructure design needs to
change, with narrower lanes, curbs protecting bike lanes, and trees close to the edge
of the street. Higher speed limits make our streets more dangerous and the decrease
in trip time is negligible.
65. People drive way too fast. Slower speed limits are safer.
66. people drive too fast
67. See question 1
68. People drive to fast.
69. I agree with the City that speeds on many of our materials are too high. As especially
the north part of the city has added a lot of new housing and also commercial and
office uses, the complexity of street use is too much for high speed limits.
70. I think speed limits changing on the same street makes drivers not realize that the
speed limit is different past a certain point. I see this all the time on SR-51 in the 55
mph areas. If the speed limit were lower throughout the entire street, that would be
safer and result in less speeding in the areas that are already lower.
71. Same
72. There are two major residential neighborhoods that are split from each other because
it is dangerous to cross.
73. safety is paramount
74. The reduced speed limit is really important with the stop lights now removed and the
roundabout soon to be in place.
75. I support speed limit reductions in all areas of the city. It is the right thing for the city to
do and everyone needs to slow down and pay attention.
76. I've seen people driving way over the speed limit all over the city, and some of them
think that, by going faster, they can legally force others to go faster because people
have an obligation to keep up with "the speed of traffic." I'd like to see some push-back
on that notion by having the speed limit reduced.
77. Lower speed limits improve public health and safety!
78. adjacencies of residential housing.
79. I live in this area and we need a better sense of safety coming from drivers. A better
pedestrian culture.
80. It makes the most sense.

No responses:
1.
It is fine the way it is.
2.
The speed limits are fine as they are and don't need to be changed.
3.
Please leave the speed limits as is. The sections that are 35 mph have less congestion
and allow me to get where I need to go.
4.
40 is fine
5.
The speed is safe with improved safety of cars. There are not pedestrians in the area.
Traffic is bad enough.
6.
Stop with the controlling speeds already! First there are random pop up speed traps,
and now you want to make it even more cumbersome to drive around this city by
further slowing traffic! Is someone that works in Tempe bored and trying to create busy
work for themselves?? Good grief, leave the traffic speed where they are!!

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7.
I feel that the Police need to enforce the existing speed limits as they are today by
writing tickets to the violators, It doesn't matter what you change the speed limit to, if
there is no enforcement, people will continue to speed. Once driver's begin to see the
Police pulling speeders over for speeding, other drivers will begin to be more aware of
their speed in that area, People will begin to talk about these areas with heavy police
presence for speeding and they will begin to change their driving habits. "Why reduce
the speed limits which aren't being enforced now to a slower speed limit which won't
be enforced? And if you begin to enforce it once you change the limit to a slower
speed, shame on you! The same could have been accomplished by enforcing the
original speed limit. By reducing the speed limit, this would be punishing everyone for
what the few are doing."
8.
I think the single most valuable thing to do is to enforce the speed limits we currently
have. We can put up new signage that further limits speed, but much like the lovely
person who travels down the stretch of Hermosa near my house at 60MPH+ with their
unrestricted exhaust, unless we enforce the limits consistently slower limits will just
irritate the good people of Tempe.
9.
There has been no significant or noticeable change to pedestrian/bicycle traffic to
require reducing the speed limit in these areas
10. Speed is not the issue with Tempe traffic. In fact changing the speed along the length
seems like a speed trap to give out tickets.
11. I do not support this. This is complete BS.
12. The city struggles to enforce existing codes and laws, lowering the limit exacerbates
this issue without benefit. Enforce the current limits.
13. No documents show the effect of previous speed limit reductions. If the previous
reductions are not reducing accidents, injuries or deaths, then I do not see a reason for
these reductions.
14. All it will do is generate more ticket revenue and increase insurance costs for Tempe
residents.....the existing speed limits are FINE if enforced!
15. The proposal of 35 mph is inconsistent with both adjoining blocks - one 25 mph and
the other 40 mph. Creating a 1-mile stretch in the middle with a different limit is a
recipe for accidental speed violations. It should match either of the adjoining blocks -
25 mph or 40 mph. Do not force drivers to constantly change speed while traveling the
same stretch of road.
16. People are going to go fast anyway
17. I don't understand the need for the change.
18. The information presented does not support any of the three reasons presented for the
proposed changes. (Pasted below) It appears someone “just wants it that way.”This is
not progress nor benefit for the community or society.
- Staff is “right sizing”the speeds to match what is happening in the area.
- Roadway functions can change over time.
- Speeds should match the adjacent roadside culture.
19. Slower speed limit will slow down traffic adding unnecessary travel time to an already
busy city. If you want to increase safety, increase the requirements to obtain a driver's
licence instead of punishing those who know how to drive by increasing the amount of
slow drivers on the road. Enforce that the left lane is for passing and that ALL slower
traffic shall keep right.
20. A change of the posted mph could possibly hurt average citizens who mostly stay in
the posted limit. Such as myself. Out of habit I would be breaking the limit by forgetting
to take notice of the change on all of these roadways. Non average citizens, who break
the speed limit, and other traffic laws with impunity, will only continue to break the laws
because of low enforcement. They will never notice the change in posted speed. I
personally hear, and sometimes see at all hours on Guadalupe, high performance
vehicles and motorcycles racing at very high speeds as if at a drag racing track. I
believe that seeing enforcement - signs warning of photo radar, or police with radar on
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a good deterrent. Show enforcement occasionally all over the city all of the time. I don't
see this being done anywhere in the city now. Noise from these vehicles all over
Tempe is an issue for another time. Thank you for this opportunity to take part in this
survey.
21. Why do we need 3 different speed limits within a 2 mile stretch of collector street? Are
there statistics that justify the reduction? Maybe the solution is 25mph from College to
Scottsdale, where houses have driveways backing onto the street, and then keep the
40mph east of Scottsdale Road, where the residences have separated drive access
from McKellips to allow safe egress. could we do 2 speeds and make the shift where
the street configuration changes east of Scottsdale Road?
22. Because I need to get where I am going. I don't want to crawl all the way to work.
23. I believe it is already at a safe speed.
24. Not as busy of a pedestrian area
25. Reducing speed limits is a waste of time if there's no enforcement. This is the case for
previous reductions in speed limits. There's been little enforcement.
26. We used to live in this neighborhood. When we did, we drove this section daily, and
often took walks along and across this road. 40 mph is safe and prudent for this
section of road.
27. People who speed will continue to speed. Lowering the speed limit, has shown in
study after study, to often INCREASE traffic accidents in this state. I trust the research.
28. See above.
29. There is no valid reason for this change. Where are the 85th percentile speed studies
to justify it?
30. There is no reason for this gradual change
31. The speed limit merely indicates the speed at which police an issue tickets. Per AZ
DOT website: https://azdot.gov/business/engineering-and-
construction/traffic/faq/establishing-speed-limits ""Before and after" studies
consistently demonstrate that there are no significant changes in traffic speeds
following the posting of new or revised speed limits. Furthermore, no published
research findings have established any direct relationship between posted speed limits
and crash frequency..." As no data has been presented about the 85th percentile
speeds and ADOT is clear that this will not accomplish any objectives other than the
ability to write speeding tickets for lower speeds, this proposal should be called out for
what it is: creating an enforcement speed trap to raise revenue.
32. Current limits are not effectively followed or enforced. If there is s safety concern,
let's start by following the current limit. Further reduction is futile.
33. I think most drivers are already ignoring the speed limit and that going from a 40mph
zone to 25mph is more obvious than a gradual reduction.
34. There is no reasonable reason to decrease speed limits on these roads for people
taking this route.
35. Current speed limits are appropriate
36. I believe that the existing speed limit is adequate for current street design and size as
well as for the vehicle and pedestrian traffic of that area. The current speed limit
enhances the flow of traffic.
37. Tempe leadership is proposing this change while providing little to no quantitative data
to support the push to make this change. Reducing the speed limit by 5 mph will have
no actual effect on safety. Leadership is doing this to give the appearance that they
are working without addressing the more difficult root cause of car accidents. Tempe
leadership should focus on making actual changes to specific road conditions rather
than impose lower speeds on major roadways. We need better Leadership for Tempe!
38. Tired of City council arbitrarily changing those speed limits and putting in photo radar.
It's all about making money!
39. 35!!?!?!? Are you on crack???!?!?

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40. We need faster speeds on the roads, not slower. Pedestrians shouldn't be playing in
the streets and expecting everyone to stop what they are doing when they are too lazy
to use a crosswalk at a light where cars are stopped
41. You are changing the speed limits too many times on one road.
42. If the change is only being made to increased motorcycle accidents then I think
changing the speed limits isn't going to fix the issue. I do wonder if motorcyclists are
confusing lane filtering which is now legal with lane splitting and that's what is
increasing those accidents for that specific population. If accidents are down in other
areas and it's just motorcycles that are the issue, I think that's worth looking into
instead of changing the speed limits because that won't fix lane splitting issues.
43. Stop wasting tax payers money
44. I do not support lowering the speed limit because these roads are primary
thoroughfares, and reducing speeds will increase congestion and travel time without
clear evidence of safety benefits. Lowering the limit by 5 mph is unlikely to change
driving behavior but will require additional enforcement resources that could be better
used elsewhere.
45. This will slow traffic down. If people commit egregious speeding, they will do it
regardless of speed limit.
46. Stop changing random streets to differ with different stretches. This 5mph will only
serve as a gotcha as most drivers will keep driving at 40mph as that's what the
previous posted speed is.
47. I think 40 miles per hour works perfectly fine, I don't see any issues with it.
48. I feel that this is a road That has a lot of traffic as it is.
49. Inconsistent speed limits on the same road for more or less the same conditions
confuses drivers. The traffic is bad enough that the distractions of tracking changes in
speed limits is not needed.
50. I don't believe the five mile speed difference will make much of a difference.
51. Lowering the speed limit does absolutely nothing if the flow of traffic remains between
45-50mph Issuing more tickets to normal people because of a sudden change during a
time of economic strain is unnecessary and borderline unethical.
52. I'm not sure why the city believes it is necessary to change something that has been
working well for many years. This proposal seems like an unnecessary use of funding.
I disagree with spending tax dollars on new signs, surveys, and research when the
current speed limits have been in place for years and appear to be working effectively
as they are.
53. Absolutely DO NOT keep reducing speed and/or reduce number of traffic lanes.
Tempe keeps trying to make Tempe a walk/bike/masstransit/alternative transportation
city. This does not solve the auto/pedestrian accident issue. Education for
pedestrians/scooter riders/bike riders/skateboarders & auto drivers need Education.
54. we need to be able to move around more quickly, not slower. Expand the road instead.
55. There are enough speed reinforcements in Tempe that exist. We just had the
enhancements with the lights at the major intersections and the floating speed trap.
Also we have the safety corridors that move as well.Our city does not need to become
slow everywhere.
56. 40 is a good speed
57. I on this road and it is plenty safe at current speed. Enforcement for current speed limit
would be a good idea, but dropping the speed limit is pointless for this small stretch
58. Keep it consistent with what you're doing East of Scottsdale Rd.
59. Speed reduction is not required. Enforce the current limits.
60. no more change
61. Love it and ket the traffic regulate it
62. Lacks consistency and no good reason for the reduction.
63. See, on some of these roads I think the answer isn't wasting paint on a new speed limit
sign. Waste it on more STOP signs instead. Stagger the flow of traffic but compromise
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64. Not realistic. Not enforceable.
65. I dont see the reason for this.
66. Zero serious injury or fatal accidents in the past 5 years. This will make the speed limit
inconsistent on McKellips rd.
67. Again 45mph is appropriate for this type of roadway.
68. Same answer as #1.
69. Speeding and traffic enforcement cameras are unjust, unconstitutional, and take
money from the working class.
70. There is too much traffic to slow it down so much. Enforce the speed limit!
71. Mc Kellips is a major street and steady traffic, 40 mph seems more realistic for the
amount of traffic on that road. However, I don't travel over there on a daily basis
72. needs one constant speed limit for the entire road. The constant changing of speed
limits is unsafe

Not sure responses:
1.
Haven't been on McKellips for YEARS. If it's a residential street, I support the change.
If not; no.
2.
I don't have much experience with this area.
3.
Do not travel this road.
4.
There is a ton of data that says changing speed limits don't change driving behavior.
Two things change speeds, traffic, and street design. Quit worrying about the speed
limits and designs streets that make people feel like they should go slower.
5.
I do not spend much time on McKellips, so don't feel confident in making a
recommendation.
6.
Don't drive this section of road.
7.
Traffic flow works now. I suppose a gradual change from 25-40 works, but seems
unnecessary.
8.
Again not familiar with the area
9.
Don't drive there
10. I would defer to the feedback of the residents and businesses on/near this segment of
road.
11. Don't drive this street often
12. I am not sure as I do not believe both the public meeting or council presentation
provide me with enough information to determine if these proposed speed limit
changes are reasonable and meaningful. I define these two terms as follows:
- Reasonable means they fit the road classification and that the roadway physically
supports the posted speed limit (PSL).
- Meaningful means they are based on a quantitative process that reviews speed and
crash data using Federal Highway Administration's (FHWA) USLIMITS2 tool, which
defines the national standard of care for speed limit setting. If Tempe is using
USLIMITS2, that should be disclosed in public and council presentations. If not, the
city should explain why, given its role in promoting consistency and safety. The
process should clearly show whether the proposed speed limit is above, below, or at
the USLIMITS2 recommendation, calibrated with local crash and speed data.
Research (see NCHRP Report 504: Design Speed, Operating Speed, and Posted
Speed Limit Practices) indicates that the PSL is the only independent variable that
influences driver speed behavior, provided there is a reasonable level of enforcement.
Typically, 85% of drivers travel at PSL + 5 to 10 mph, which falls under the usual
enforcement threshold of 11-15 mph over the limit. Pace speed is also important on
long arterials without frequent interruptions (signals). Why this matters:
- Reducing mean speed and speed differential improves safety and enables FHWA
Crash Modification Factors (CMFs) related to speed to help quantify potential crash
reduction benefits.
- The Safe System Approach (Safer People, Safer Roads & Safer Speeds) should be
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energy and crash severity.To reinforce reasonable speed behavior, Tempe should
adopt a systematic and scheduled speed enforcement program that rotates through all
city streets. This could include:
- Set enforcement stations on key arterials with a static speed limit sign, followed by a
dynamic speed feedback sign, and then a visible police civil traffic enforcement station
that allows the officer and the offender to pull off the arterial at a safer location.
- The University of Arizona Center for Applied Transportation Science (CATS) study for
Pima County DOT found these setups highly effective in reducing speed-related
crashes. Tempe should replicate this approach and conduct before-and-after studies
as part of its Vision Zero strategy. Physical design changes should complement
enforcement:
- Traffic signals and Roundabouts to manage conflict points and reduce severe crash
risk.
- Raised speed table crosswalks on minor arterials, collectors and at roundabouts.
- Access control medians on roads like Scottsdale Road in north Tempe, allowing left
turns only at signals and select mid-block locations, plus improved lighting and mid-
block HAWKs.
- Raised mid-block speed tables on College Avenue and similar Tempe streets to
reinforce proposed speed limits, especially near curves with crash history.
- Consider narrowing lanes to 11 feet to encourage lower operating speeds.
- Curb extension (bulb-outs) like what is being done on Mill Avenue in downtown.
- Raised intersections to slow speeds in the intersections to help mitigate conflict
points and reduce severe crash risk. Finally, I do not support zero-tolerance
enforcement or safety zones based on crash frequency or history. These approaches
waste resources, send the wrong message, and do not align with best practices.
Enforcement should aim for reasonable speed and yielding behaviors that reduces
crash risk, applied equitably across all roads and intersections. Cherry-picking roads or
intersections based on crash history along for special enforcement often masks
underlying design issues and unfairly shifts blame to drivers instead of addressing root
causes that crash risk applies to all roads and intersections.
13. I do not use McKellips often enough to have an opinion, but I'm not sure that there is
that heavy of a traffic flow that it needs to be slowed down.
14. I'm less familiar with the area
15. Seems there is little to no enforcement of the existing speed limits. Not sure what the
point is to reduce if the current one is not enforced.
16. Don't drive in that area enougn
17. What is the problem
18. seems like it's a good opprtunity to slow down between 40 and 25, but I don't drive
there a lot, so I couldn't really say if it's a necessary change.
19. I don't travel this route often and don't have an opinion
20. I do not travel very often on that road, so am not sure how to respond.

13.Do you support the proposed speed limit changes for Roosevelt Street?

Total responses: 279

14.Why did you select your answer in the previous question?

Yes responses:
1. There is no justifiable reason to drive at excessive speed on roadways where
pedestrians, cyclists, and turning vehicles are present. Slower is safer
2. I specifically ride my bike along the corridor often, 30 MPH is more manageable.
3. Many houses and foot traffic in the area.
4. Same
5. I support the seed limit change. Speeding has become a major factor impacting traffic
safety for drivers, bikers and pedestrians.
6. People drive way over speed limit
7. Yes, lower the speed limit and add protective curbs (concrete!) for the bike lanes.
8. Protecting pedestrians.
9. Trucks accessing Roosevelt Street from adjacent properties require time to enter the
roadway. A reduced speed limit provides greater time to react to turning vehicles.
10. as above
11. I believe that reducing the speed limit on this road will make it safer.
12. Traffic can flow, letting people get to their destination in the same amount of time, with
infrastructure changes. We do not need small roads like Broadway to be 7 lanes wide,
wider than highways across most of Europe. Reducing speed limits increases safety for
pedestrians, cyclists and motorists. It will also make it safer to enter or exit the road.
Reducing traffic signal intervals so that you can cross an intersection with less
frustration, and reducing the amber light duration will help with creating a need to
actually stop before red. I see a minimum of 1-3 cars go through red at every crossing,
and if you count amber, you can often see as many as 5-10. And, no danger of
consequences. In Europe most urban speed limits were dropped from 30mph to 20mph
over the past 5 years, simply because the statistics showed that (with a small European
car designed for impact with pedestrians) at 30mph a child had a 60% chance of being
killed, whereas 20mph gave them a 60% chance of survival. Having the speed limit
change willy nilly like this is not safe, it means that people will disregard it most of the
time.
13. This is a frequent corridor for bike travel and is along a park and community center
14. Safer for pedestrians and bicyclists
10%
38%
52%
Not Sure (29)
No (105)
Yes (145)

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15. The answer is yes with the added bit that it should match with the other roads. so it
should go down to 25mph to match. this one mile strech would make it more likely for
speeding on either side of the stretch.
16. The quality of the road south of Alameda effectively has traffic calming with the deep
street gutters and old railroad track grade crossing which can be dangerous when
someone hits it at 35-40 mph.
17. Even though I have lived here less than 6 months, I believe having a decrease in speed
limits is worthwhile.I believe a good amount of drivers would be willing to drive at least 5
mph less than how it is now. From what I've seen around here many drive around the
speed limit, unless they're passing or being reckless. I think lowering the speed limit
would help reduce accidents and the likelihood of them. These reasons may not sound
like strong evidence to lower speed limits, but to me I believe they make sense and
support lowering the speed limit in the proposed areas here in Tempe.
18. Too many drivers go past the speed limits now.
19. safer
20. I cycle on this stretch of road and people frequently speed on it, making it unsafe. A
lower speed limit would help, but it needs to be enforced.
21. I bike along Roosevelt every day for my commute and would appreciate slower speeds.
22. Slower speeds = safer and quieter streets for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians.
23. Slower speeds are safer for all street users.
24. This change makes sense. Going from 25mph to 35 mph and back again to 25 mph is
too much variability.
25. Yes, and have warning tickets for a year.
26. This is slated for a bike-it route and should be slower than the marked 35 MPH speed.
27. I support Vision Zero to eliminate roadway deaths and traffic calming measures are
critical to the viability of safe communities.
28. Lots of cyclists on this pathway
29. north of University? I may have never driven on this stretch of road.
30. Safety
31. Drivers go well beyond speed limit now.
32. Slower streets are safer, especially those with bike lanes, also the dips in this road are
dangerous at speed
33. I think it'd be safer for the pedestrians and cyclists.
34. Honestly, it seems like we should decrease this to 25 - I mean it is 25 on both ends,
might as well be consistent and just go 25 all the way through.
35. Increased safety for all road users and better speed limit consistency. 25 mph would be
preferable.
36. This is an industrial area yeah, but then again it'd help make those driving trucks be a
little more careful when navigating, this also can help reduce risks of workers getting
around the area being injured by auto-violence (accidents).
37. Definitely slow this down. This is a lower-stress road to bike on since it has less truck
traffic than Hardy.... but the bike lanes are so narrow. Slower is better.
38. Improved safety
39. This street has a very good bicycle lane on it, and it would see more adoption with
slower speeds and it would be safer in the event of an accident. Aside from that, please
see other answers.
40. Makes is closer to the other speeds on either side.
41. The road has lots of dips and it could reduce wear and tear on vehicles.
42. 25 feels safer
43. This is probably the only street where a lower and consistent speed makes sense due to
the frequent bumps and businesses requiring semi truck access that line Roosevelt.
44. Tired of speeding on city streets
45. Cars go too fast. A lower limit is a small step to sanity.
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47. I notice a lot of drivers use this route to avoid traffic, and often speed. A lot of bikers and
pedestrians use this road as well, and lowering the speed limit would be beneficial and
safer for all
48. Lowering the speed limit makes the road safer for all road users and pedestrians.
Greatly reducing the probability of fatal crashes. What would truly make these roads
safer and make people follow the speed limit is better street design. Stop making every
road so straight and wide. This only encourages drivers to go faster regardless of what
the speed limit is.
49. Although I don't think that it will do anything to actually curb the speeding problem we
have, I am hopeful that those who are interested in public safety will follow it. I do see
the potential danger in those who will speed regardless to go just as fast while everyone
else slows down, but alongside that concern I would hope that would mean that law
enforcement would have more of a vested interest in stopping them. As it stands, there
seems to have been very little (where I have noticed) effort to stop the speed racing that
goes on at night. I've personally witnessed the deadly after effects of that along with the
deadly consequences of people's poor driving habits in general. At least once a month I
am almost hit or I see an accident unfold in front of me. More effort should be placed
overall to protect drivers and pedestrians/cyclists from these people.
50. We should decrease speeds anywhere bikes, walkers, dogs, kids commute!
51. Yes I work in the area and people fly down this road. I hope there is also enforcement of
these speed limits with speed cameras.
52. Although industrial, slower is better
53. Roosevelt is heavily trafficked at times, mostly trucks in that quasi-industrial area. If the
lights would be re-programmed to allow smooth North-South flow it would move traffic
through town quicker.
54. Reducing speed limits will make pedestrians and cyclists safer.
55. too many accidents and speeders
56. It is time for Tempe to prioritize safety over excessive speeds.
57. It is so terrifying to bike here, and I do it frequently. Cars fly through this warehouse-like
area, even though it's in a popular biking area that helps connect to points north and
west. I'd love for this street to be redesigned or made into a one-way street with a cycle
track. Vehicle speeds definitely need to be lowered here.
58. to reduce the severity of injuries when a crash occurs
59. The 35 mph stretch of Roosevelt Street between Southern & Broadway is considerably
faster than the 25 mph sections from Southern to US60/I10 & Broadway to the North.
That considerable speed inconsistency encourages unsafe speeds where drivers may
not even realize they are exceeding the speed limit.
60. It has bike lanes, so would be nice to slow down traffic to make it safer for non vehicle
transportation.
61. Roosevelt directly serves local destinations where people regularly bike. A 30 mph limit
supports safer neighborhood access and discourages cut-through speeding.
62. For consistency, make the whole thing 30. Having it jump back and forth from 25 to 35 to
25 all willy-nilly is confusing for drivers.
63. Because speeds are currently too fast and people drive unsafeley in the area.
64. We are a family that rides our bikes and with the speed limit being 35 most drivers are
actually going 40-45+ and distracted. There have been way too many accidents with
pedestrians, bikes with vehicles.
65. People drive way too fast here. If you want to help promote safer streets for walking &
biking, we need to lower the speed limits.
66. I believe lower speed limits will create a safer environment for bikers and pedestrians.
67. Agree since it's surrounded by 25
68. Because it doesn't hurt anyone to go a little slower. It makes the streets safer.
69. All of Roosevelt should be designed for 25 MPH.
70. People drive way too fast. Slower speed limits are safer.
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72. Congested area.
73. See question 1
74. People drive to fast.
75. I agree with the City that speeds on many of our materials are too high. As especially the
north part of the city has added a lot of new housing and also commercial and office
uses, the complexity of street use is too much for high speed limits.
76. Yeah, nerf this one. Passes through too many smaller streets and winds a bit.
77. I think speed limits changing on the same street makes drivers not realize that the speed
limit is different past a certain point. I see this all the time on SR-51 in the 55 mph areas.
If the speed limit were lower throughout the entire street, that would be safer and result
in less speeding in the areas that are already lower.
78. I would accept this proposed change due to the characteristics of the area.
79. This should be reduced to 25 to match the speed on both ends of this stretch. Let's put
safety above car speeds.
80. There are a lot of delivery and oversized trucks in this area for businesses
81. Same
82. People cross that street and drive extremely fast along Roosevelt near Clark park. I live
near here and have a ton of near miss experiences walking with my son.
83. safety is paramount
84. I support speed limit reductions in all areas of the city. It is the right thing for the city to
do and everyone needs to slow down and pay attention.
85. I've seen people driving too fast and aggressively in the area in general. People have the
idea that it's okay to drive 10 mph over the speed limit in general, that there will be few
or not consequences for doing so, that most people agree with them on this, that
common practice of driving over the speed limit makes it not only okay but that it forces
others to drive faster to keep up with them because people must keep up with "the
speed of traffic", and if they do get caught, they can either ignore traffic tickets or get out
of them by claiming someone else was driving. I'd like to see the speed limit lowered as
a sign that they've been pushing things too far.
86. Lower speed limits improve public health and safety!
87. truck traffic in the area would be better served.
88. I live in this area and we need a better sense of safety coming from drivers. A better
pedestrian culture.
89. It makes the most sense.

No responses:
1. It is fine the way it is.
2. Seems a safe enough speed as is.
3. The speed limits are fine as they are and don't need to be changed.
4. Please leave the speed limits as is. The sections that are 35 mph have less congestion
and allow me to get where I need to go.
5. Speed limit is fine now
6. This is all industrial, the road at Alameda,and Fairmont have very deep dips that slow
down the traffic already.
7. The speed is safe with improved safety of cars. There are not pedestrians in the area.
Traffic is bad enough.
8. Stop with the controlling speeds already! First there are random pop up speed traps, and
now you want to make it even more cumbersome to drive around this city by further
slowing traffic! Is someone that works in Tempe bored and trying to create busy work for
themselves?? Good grief, leave the traffic speed where they are!!
9. I feel that the Police need to enforce the existing speed limits as they are today by
writing tickets to the violators, It doesn't matter what you change the speed limit to, if
there is no enforcement, people will continue to speed. Once driver's begin to see the
Police pulling speeders over for speeding, other drivers will begin to be more aware of
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presence for speeding and they will begin to change their driving habits. "Why reduce
the speed limits which aren't being enforced now to a slower speed limit which won't be
enforced? And if you begin to enforce it once you change the limit to a slower speed,
shame on you! The same could have been accomplished by enforcing the original
speed limit. By reducing the speed limit, this would be punishing everyone for what the
few are doing."
10. I think the single most valuable thing to do is to enforce the speed limits we currently
have. We can put up new signage that further limits speed, but much like the lovely
person who travels down the stretch of Hermosa near my house at 60MPH+ with their
unrestricted exhaust, unless we enforce the limits consistently slower limits will just
irritate the good people of Tempe.
11. This is illogical. The speed limit should be 25 the whole way.
12. There has been no significant or noticeable change to pedestrian/bicycle traffic to
require reducing the speed limit in these areas
13. This part of Roosevelt is almost entirely in an industrial area.
14. Speed is not the issue with Tempe traffic. In fact changing the speed along the length
seems like a speed trap to give out tickets.
15. This area is largely a through-traffic road. Decreasing speed limits will only stress traffic
congestion
16. I do not support this. This is complete BS.
17. The city struggles to enforce existing codes and laws, lowering the limit exacerbates this
issue without benefit. Enforce the current limits.
18. No documents show the effect of previous speed limit reductions. If the previous
reductions are not reducing accidents, injuries or deaths, then I do not see a reason for
these reductions.
19. All it will do is generate more ticket revenue and increase insurance costs for Tempe
residents.....the existing speed limits are FINE if enforced!
20. This is zoned industrial, not alot of houses, 3 of the intersections have deep dips in the
road,making people slow down.
21. The proposal of 30 mph is inconsistent with both adjoining blocks of 25 mph. Creating a
1-mile stretch in the middle with a different limit is a recipe for accidental speed
violations. It should match the adjoining blocks at 25 mph. Do not force drivers to
constantly change speed while traveling the same stretch of road.
22. I don't understand the need for the change.
23. The information presented does not support any of the three reasons presented for the
proposed changes. (Pasted below) It appears someone “just wants it that way.”This is
not progress nor benefit for the community or society.
- Staff is “right sizing”the speeds to match what is happening in the area.
- Roadway functions can change over time.
- Speeds should match the adjacent roadside culture.
24. Industrial area has no need for lower speeds
25. Industrial are current speed limit makes sense.
26. Slower speed limit will slow down traffic adding unnecessary travel time to an already
busy city. If you want to increase safety, increase the requirements to obtain a driver's
licence instead of punishing those who know how to drive by increasing the amount of
slow drivers on the road. Enforce that the left lane is for passing and that ALL slower
traffic shall keep right.
27. A change of the posted mph could possibly hurt average citizens who mostly stay in the
posted limit. Such as myself. Out of habit I would be breaking the limit by forgetting to
take notice of the change on all of these roadways. Non average citizens, who break the
speed limit, and other traffic laws with impunity, will only continue to break the laws
because of low enforcement. They will never notice the change in posted speed. I
personally hear, and sometimes see at all hours on Guadalupe, high performance
vehicles and motorcycles racing at very high speeds as if at a drag racing track. I believe
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motorcycles or on vehicles posted clearly in a very visible location on rotation would be a
good deterrent. Show enforcement occasionally all over the city all of the time. I don't
see this being done anywhere in the city now. Noise from these vehicles all over Tempe
is an issue for another time. Thank you for this opportunity to take part in this survey.
28. Because I need to get where I am going. I don't want to crawl all the way to work.
29. I believe it is already at a safe speed.
30. Reducing speed limits is a waste of time if there's no enforcement. This is the case for
previous reductions in speed limits. There's been little enforcement.
31. People who speed will continue to speed. Lowering the speed limit, has shown in study
after study, to often INCREASE traffic accidents in this state. I trust the research.
32. See above.
33. There is no valid reason for this change. Where are the 85th percentile speed studies
to justify it?
34. The speed limit merely indicates the speed at which police an issue tickets. Per AZ DOT
website: https://azdot.gov/business/engineering-and-construction/traffic/faq/establishing-
speed-limits ""Before and after" studies consistently demonstrate that there are no
significant changes in traffic speeds following the posting of new or revised speed limits.
Furthermore, no published research findings have established any direct relationship
between posted speed limits and crash frequency..." As no data has been presented
about the 85th percentile speeds and ADOT is clear that this will not accomplish any
objectives other than the ability to write speeding tickets for lower speeds, this proposal
should be called out for what it is: creating an enforcement speed trap to raise revenue.
35. Current limits are not effectively followed or enforced. If there is s safety concern, let's
start by following the current limit. Further reduction is futile.
36. Current speed limits are appropriate
37. I'm not interested in slowing down the speed limit on these roads as they already get
congested with traffic and backups to begin with. I've also noticed the speed traps
already set up when streets go from 45 to 40 with speed monitors right away and find
these to be predatory on drivers.
38. I believe that the existing speed limit is adequate for current street design and size as
well as for the vehicle and pedestrian traffic of that area. The current speed limit
enhances the flow of traffic.
39. Tempe leadership is proposing this change while providing little to no quantitative data to
support the push to make this change. Reducing the speed limit by 5 mph will have no
actual effect on safety. Leadership is doing this to give the appearance that they are
working without addressing the more difficult root cause of car accidents. Tempe
leadership should focus on making actual changes to specific road conditions rather
than impose lower speeds on major roadways. We need better Leadership for Tempe!
40. Tired of City council arbitrarily changing those speed limits and putting in photo radar. It's
all about making money!
41. Raise it to 45
42. We need faster speeds on the roads, not slower. Pedestrians shouldn't be playing in the
streets and expecting everyone to stop what they are doing when they are too lazy to
use a crosswalk at a light where cars are stopped
43. You are changing speed limits too many times on one road.
44. If the change is only being made to increased motorcycle accidents then I think changing
the speed limits isn't going to fix the issue. I do wonder if motorcyclists are confusing
lane filtering which is now legal with lane splitting and that's what is increasing those
accidents for that specific population. If accidents are down in other areas and it's just
motorcycles that are the issue, I think that's worth looking into instead of changing the
speed limits because that won't fix lane splitting issues.
45. Stop lawsuits
46. I do not support lowering the speed limit because these roads are primary
thoroughfares, and reducing speeds will increase congestion and travel time without
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driving behavior but will require additional enforcement resources that could be better
used elsewhere.
47. This will slow traffic down. If people commit egregious speeding, they will do it
regardless of speed limit.
48. Useless change. This is an industrial area that's not even that transited. How about you
guys fix the gigantic pot holes in this street, or are you keeping those as a speed
deterrent?
49. I think 35 miles per hour works perfectly fine, I don't see any issues with it.
50. The entire section should be the same speed - 25, 30 or 35 but all the same.
51. Make it all 25
52. I don't believe the five mile speed difference will make much of a difference.
53. Lowering the speed limit does absolutely nothing if the flow of traffic remains between
45-50mph. Issuing more tickets to normal people because of a sudden change during a
time of economic strain is unnecessary and borderline unethical.
54. The current speed limits in the city of Tempe are fine the way they are. I'm not sure why
the city believes it is necessary to change something that has been working well for
many years. This proposal seems like an unnecessary use of funding. I disagree with
spending tax dollars on new signs, surveys, and research when the current speed limits
have been in place for years and appear to be working effectively as they are.
55. Traffic already moves too slow, most of the time there's congestion and traffic it's already
difficult to get up to the currently posted speed limit.
56. Absolutely DO NOT keep reducing speed and/or reduce number of traffic lanes. Tempe
keeps trying to make Tempe a walk/bike/masstransit/alternative transportation city. This
does not solve the auto/pedestrian accident issue. Education for pedestrians/scooter
riders/bike riders/skateboarders & auto drivers need Education.
57. How about... EXISTING: 25, 35, 25 PROPOSED: 30, 30, 30...?
I will accept a slow down in the middle with an increase at the ends.
58. There are enough speed reinforcements in Tempe that exist. We just had the
enhancements with the lights at the major intersections and the floating speed trap. Also
we have the safety corridors that move as well.Our city does not need to become slow
everywhere.
59. There are too few speed limit signs, in both directions on this street. Just put signs up.
60. 35 is a good speed
61. The current limit seems fine
62. Speed reduction is not required. Enforce the current limits.
63. Look at the other speed limits on the street
64. no more change
65. Already has speed bumps. Traffic should not crawl through down this needed artery.
66. Pick a speed for the entire street and stick to it. Make the entire street 30.
67. Not realistic. It enforceable
68. It's not very busy there, no reason to drop the speed.
69. Same answer as #1.
70. Speeding and traffic enforcement cameras are unjust, unconstitutional, and take money
from the working class.
71. There is too much traffic to slow it down so much. Enforce the speed limit!
72. With all the dips on Roosevelt from Southern to Broadway, I don't agree that the need to
reduce the speed limit to 30 is necessary. You barely get up to speed and need to slow
down for the dips and the stop signs. Also, I don't know the reason why this particular
street needs a slower speed limit, is it for cars traveling east and west so they are able to
cross Roosevelt?
73. needs one constant speed limit for the entire road

Not sure responses:
1. I don't have much experience with this area.
2. Brings it more in line with the 25s, but also is mostly just industrial

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3. Is this residential?
4. There is a ton of data that says changing speed limits don't change driving behavior.
Two things change speeds, traffic, and street design. Quit worrying about the speed
limits and designs streets that make people feel like they should go slower.
5. Haven't driven it
6. Would love to see it changed to 25mph to remain consistent
7. don't travel this Roosevelt section much.
8. I rarely drive down the street so I think the neighborhood should make the decision.
9. Don't drive this section of road.
10. Would prefer one speed limit for this 1.5 mile stretch of road, can we pick either 25 or 30
for the entire stretch rather than splitting the speed limit? If not, I guess it's ok, if
residents want this.
11. We never drive this section of road.
12. I would defer to the feedback of the residents and businesses on/near this segment of
road. I believe it's mainly a commercial area so particularly the business feedback would
be smart.
13. I don't drive in this area.
14. Don't drive this street often
15. I am not sure as I do not believe both the public meeting or council presentation provide
me with enough information to determine if these proposed speed limit changes are
reasonable and meaningful. I define these two terms as follows:
- Reasonable means they fit the road classification and that the roadway physically
supports the posted speed limit (PSL).
- Meaningful means they are based on a quantitative process that reviews speed and
crash data using Federal Highway Administration's (FHWA) USLIMITS2 tool, which
defines the national standard of care for speed limit setting. If Tempe is using
USLIMITS2, that should be disclosed in public and council presentations. If not, the city
should explain why, given its role in promoting consistency and safety. The process
should clearly show whether the proposed speed limit is above, below, or at the
USLIMITS2 recommendation, calibrated with local crash and speed data. Research (see
NCHRP Report 504: Design Speed, Operating Speed, and Posted Speed Limit
Practices) indicates that the PSL is the only independent variable that influences driver
speed behavior, provided there is a reasonable level of enforcement. Typically, 85% of
drivers travel at PSL + 5 to 10 mph, which falls under the usual enforcement threshold of
11-15 mph over the limit. Pace speed is also important on long arterials without frequent
interruptions (signals).Why this matters:
- Reducing mean speed and speed differential improves safety and enables FHWA
Crash Modification Factors (CMFs) related to speed to help quantify potential crash
reduction benefits.
- The Safe System Approach (Safer People, Safer Roads & Safer Speeds) should be
used to communicate this point: managing speed is essential to reducing kinetic energy
and crash severity. To reinforce reasonable speed behavior, Tempe should adopt a
systematic and scheduled speed enforcement program that rotates through all city
streets. This could include:
- Set enforcement stations on key arterials with a static speed limit sign, followed by a
dynamic speed feedback sign, and then a visible police civil traffic enforcement station
that allows the officer and the offender to pull off the arterial at a safer location.
- The University of Arizona Center for Applied Transportation Science (CATS) study for
Pima County DOT found these setups highly effective in reducing speed-related
crashes. Tempe should replicate this approach and conduct before-and-after studies as
part of its Vision Zero strategy. Physical design changes should complement
enforcement:
- Traffic signals and Roundabouts to manage conflict points and reduce severe crash
risk.
- Raised speed table crosswalks on minor arterials, collectors and at roundabouts.

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- Access control medians on roads like Scottsdale Road in north Tempe, allowing left
turns only at signals and select mid-block locations, plus improved lighting and mid-block
HAWKs.
- Raised mid-block speed tables on College Avenue and similar Tempe streets to
reinforce proposed speed limits, especially near curves with crash history.
- Consider narrowing lanes to 11 feet to encourage lower operating speeds.
- Curb extension (bulb-outs) like what is being done on Mill Avenue in downtown.
- Raised intersections to slow speeds in the intersections to help mitigate conflict points
and reduce severe crash risk. Finally, I do not support zero-tolerance enforcement or
safety zones based on crash frequency or history. These approaches waste resources,
send the wrong message, and do not align with best practices. Enforcement should aim
for reasonable speed and yielding behaviors that reduces crash risk, applied equitably
across all roads and intersections. Cherry-picking roads or intersections based on crash
history along for special enforcement often masks underlying design issues and unfairly
shifts blame to drivers instead of addressing root causes that crash risk applies to all
roads and intersections.
16. I don't drive this road.
17. Seems there is little to no enforcement of the existing speed limits. Not sure what the
point is to reduce if the current one is not enforced.
18. I do not travel very often on that road, so am not sure how to respond.