City Council Workshop Meeting | August 28, 2025

The City of Savannah held a workshop meeting focused on updates to the Vision Zero program, which aims to improve traffic safety and reduce fatalities and serious injuries on city roadways. City officials, including the city manager, transportation director, and police representatives, presented progress on traffic calming measures such as speed limit reductions, installation of traffic calming devices, and enhanced street lighting. The meeting highlighted the expansion of traffic calming installations from 19 to over 70 permanent devices since 2022, with a streamlined process for residents to request these measures. Enforcement efforts, including speed limit enforcement and public safety campaigns, were also discussed as critical components of the program. The council emphasized the importance of equity in distributing traffic calming resources across all districts and discussed challenges such as infrastructure cave-ins and the need for continued funding and community engagement. The meeting concluded with a commitment to ongoing collaboration among city departments, law enforcement, and residents to advance Vision Zero goals and improve overall traffic safety in Savannah.