9/9/26 Wimpole Drive Traffic Calming Meeting 2

This Metro Nashville Network meeting held on September 9, 2026, focused on the Wimpole Drive traffic calming project as part of the neighborhood street traffic calming program. The discussion centered on proposed physical traffic calming measures including rubber speed cushions, bulbouts, and pinch points designed to reduce vehicle speeds and improve pedestrian safety on Wimpole Drive. The engineer from Kimley Horn presented data supporting the effectiveness of speed cushions in reducing average speeds by approximately 8-10 mph. Residents provided feedback expressing concerns about the number and placement of speed cushions, potential impacts on local traffic patterns, and the absence of sidewalks. The meeting also outlined the next steps involving posting final plans online and conducting a neighborhood vote requiring a two-thirds majority approval to proceed. If the project does not pass, a contingency plan will be considered. No specific contract awards or procurement actions were discussed, but the meeting detailed the design and community engagement process for this capital improvement project.