Residents of Westboro Drive voiced urgent concerns about traffic safety during a recent Nashville city meeting, highlighting a troubling pattern of accidents and reckless driving in their neighborhood.

Molly, a local resident, shared her alarming experiences, recounting four accidents in front of her home, including one where a car crashed into multiple mailboxes and narrowly missed her tree. She described the daily dangers her family faces, particularly while walking in the area, as speeding drivers often ignore stop signs. “I know the speed bumps are annoying, but we have actual physical accidents and genuine danger in front of our home,” she stated, emphasizing the need for immediate action.

Other residents echoed her sentiments. Jenny and Craig raised concerns about the placement of proposed speed cushions, fearing they might hinder their ability to back their trailer into their driveway. They noted that speeding begins near their home, making it a critical area for traffic calming measures.

Alex Lacava, another resident, recounted a harrowing incident where a drunk driver crashed into his property, totaling two vehicles. He stressed that while the average speed of drivers is concerning, it’s the outliers—those driving at dangerously high speeds—that pose the greatest risk. “With about 3,500 vehicles a day, dozens exceed 45 to 50 miles per hour on a road with a severe bend,” he warned.

City officials acknowledged the residents' concerns and committed to reassessing the placement of speed cushions to enhance safety. The meeting underscored a growing urgency among Westboro Drive residents for effective traffic calming solutions to protect their families and homes from the escalating dangers of speeding vehicles.