Traffic Safety and Speeding Enforcement
Summary
A resident counted 13 cars running the stop sign near a school in 15 minutes and asked for improved signage and enforcement at every city school. The mayor met with school district, police, and code enforcement officials this week on the issue.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 11
- Last 30 days
- 6
Rising — discussed at 4 meetings since Sep 22, 2026, up from 0 in the two months before.
Impact analysis
Potential minor increase in police overtime or resource allocation for targeted traffic enforcement.
Schoolchildren walking and biking to school citywide.
Children face injury risk from drivers ignoring school-zone stops today.
Mentions & discussions (8)
City council considers rule changes on e-bikes
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — As e-bikes become more common, Scranton City Council is looking at new rules aimed at improving safety. The proposed changes would restrict where e-bikes can be operated and how they are operated. The use of ...
City Council - Nov 5, 2026
A resident counted 13 cars running the stop sign near a school in 15 minutes and asked for improved signage and enforcement at every city school. The mayor met with school district, police, and code enforcement officials this week on the issue.
City Council (Regular) - Oct 22, 2026
Residents from Hillside Street and nearby neighborhoods raised alarms about dangerous speeding, noisy vehicles, and cars ignoring stop signs. They asked the city for increased police presence and stricter ticket enforcement to protect children and pedestrians.
City Council - Oct 6, 2026
Residents voiced frustration over speeding drivers running stop signs and ignoring traffic laws in neighborhood streets. They called for increased police presence and better traffic calming measures.
City Council - Sep 22, 2026
Council members and residents discussed growing concerns regarding illegal e-bike riding on sidewalks and in business districts, announcing a petition and letter to state legislators seeking tougher laws.
City Council (Work) - Jan 20, 2026
Residents and council members discussed traffic flow issues and visibility challenges at local intersections, noting that current conditions can be difficult for drivers and pedestrians.
City Council (Work) - Jan 6, 2026
Council members talked about traffic calming, pedestrian safety, and road paving across various city streets.
Wilkes-Barre City Council discusses e-bike regulations
Wilkes-Barre City Council discusses e-bike regulations Times Leader
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