Residents attended the Tusculum Board of Mayor and Commissioners meeting and were very vocal about concerns for the city of Tusculum.
Resident James Ostrow asked if speed bumps or something related could be implemented on the Erwin Highway going towards Tusculum University because of the amount of cars flying down the road. It’s to the point where he feels it’s so dangerous he doesn’t even feel comfortable with his grandkids outside, or his wife going to their mailbox. The speed limit for that road is 25 mph. Ostrow says it’s turning into an actual highway now with people speeding 45 mph minimum and getting out of control. He stated he’s almost gotten clipped twice going to his mailbox and if there’s no type of action, he believes there could be a tragic accident to come in the future.
Other residents that attended also agreed too many speed on the Erwin Highway. Officer Joshua Kyker responded to concerns and said that officers have stepped up speed enforcing and are working radar in that area. He said they give out a lot of speed citations near the campus and just this weekend with the Oak Festival, they issued about 25-30.
The Erwin Highway according to Officer Kyker, is one of the roads that get the most citations, especially during school hours. Another resident suggested a traffic study to be done by the Tennessee Department of Transportation. Kyker said officers would be happy to implement more ways to enforce the speed limit and Mayor Corley said they could look into a traffic study.
Another concern mentioned was trash. Resident James Ostrow said he’s always picking up trash and asked if there’s a location that trash could be brought to once it’s bagged. Green County Partnership President/CEO Jeff Taylor shared the partnership actually gives those who are wanting to Keep Greene Beautiful supplies to gather the garbage and provide a time for pick-up. You’re given a vest, garbage bags, and all you need to do is call the partnership, speak with Jennifer Wilder and she will help with arrangements.
