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I live in a wonderful neighborhood with lots of growing families. On my block alone, there are no fewer than 24 children, many of whom are under the age of 5. We have a neighbor who flies down the street, which has a large curve, with loud music playing. If a toddler is running down a driveway, she does not slow down. Some have tried to wave her down or give her a look, even shout, but it's not working. It is only because we care deeply about the safety of our children that we want to stop her. What can we do? |
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Posted by: brenda
We live on a dead end street. Although our kids are grown we had a smilar problem and we did this to resolve the issue, because we have a toddler grandaughter. Neighbor teens with new license, scream down our 25 mph street. I hollered to slow down, when I was out and saw them... several times later I went to the house and advised the parents. They said they were unaware. Unsure how, with kids squealing tires to reach the driveway on time. Anyway, I spoke to them a second time, after kids continued, and told them if I see it again, regardless of time, I'll simply call the police and give the license plate, and advise them of my past actions. No problems since. But they also know I mean what I say and will truly call the police. We have small kids and dogs and people driving bikes all the time.. so good luck to you and post us of any improvements.
Posted by: mark Location: madison I was going to say "just call the police" but I would agree with Matt. Get some other people in the neighborhood and talk to her. If she doesn't want to listen, she can pay the tickets/fines. More than likely, she may not even be aware that her driving is a concern for others. Posted by: Katy Location: McFarland All good ideas...however urgency should be a key factor in this situation before something catastrophic occures. The VERY NEXT time you see this woman violating the law, it is your duty as a citizen to report her dangerous behavior to the police. As nice as community (neighborhood) input and brainstorming would be beneficial, I don't think that you should waste one more minute before bringing a halt to this woman's negligence. Posted by: Scott Location: Madison I agree with the others, get the license plate if possible and talk to the police about it. Ask them to, if possible, patrol the neighborhood especially if she does it around the same time each day. Posted by: David S Location: Madison Video evidence is always useful. Nobody wants the be the "bad neighbor", but calling the police is the right thing to do. This is too big of a problem everywhere. Posted by: Matt Location: Stoughton Get a band of parents together, have a meeting and come to some agreements. I'm willing to bet others will be just as vocal about this neighbor. Then go together as a group & knock on her door. Tell her you wanted to resolve this with her first. Explain the seriousness of her situation, tell her that the entire neighborhood is watching and if she does not change her driving habits the authorities will be notified. Then follow through. If filing complaints becomes necessary then all the parents should to agree to do this. That way it does not become personal between just you and her. Posted by: Carol Location: Baraboo I am a big believer in kids being taught the danger of the street. BUT, I also feel that this person really needs a squad car experience. Is she a parent? I would assume not, hasn't she any idea the value of our chldren? She would regret any accident, probably suffer the rest of her life....she needs to think of kids first and then the other consequences. Go get her, Sarah! Keep up the good work, sure do enjoy having you on our fav station. Posted by: Anonymous Location: Wisconsin Get the license plate of the vehicle and a clear look at the driver. Then call your local law enforcement agency and report the vehicle. If you leave your name and agree to sign a complaint the driver/owner of the vehicle may be cited for the driving behavior. If you chose to remain anonymous, then the officer will have to observe the driving and make their own case. Either way it should be reported. Posted by: Packer Fan Location: WI I would be as direct as possible. The next time she comes flying around the corner, three of four parents should be waiting to tell her that if it ever happens again, the police will be involved- every time it happens. Then stick to it. Quite frankly, the least of my concerns would be whether the inconsiderate speeder likes it. All of the children are at risk because of this selfish person. Children do not always look where they are going and are worth a lot more and deserve better than to be put in danger all the time. She should know better. Posted by: OLD GUY Location: Sun Prairie I am guessing that this is an on-going thing, every time this perason is in her car she speeds and the loud music is playing?? Take down her licence number and report it to the Police, also inform them of the loud music, she could be ticketed for disturbence as well. It is not just your children...it is the Families on the street! Do yourself and the neighbors a favor...CALL THE POLICE AND REPORT HER. Posted by: Eric Location: Sun Prairie It seems simple to me...call the police on her. You've tried the "nice/neighborly" route by trying to wave her down, but she continues to speed. Either have the police park and wait for her to fly by, or tell them her plate number. Posted by: OUCH! Have you thought about organizing a neighborhood meeting to brainstorm ideas? this is definitely a huge issue to be addressed before someone is seriously injured. I don't think you're too far off to call the Authorities. Good luck! |
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