City Council lowered the speed limit on Northcote Drive, located near the Overton Road Publix, from 30 to 25 mph.
Northcote Drive residents brought their petition to have the speed limit lowered to the City Council meeting on June 25 for the Council’s consideration. Residents also voiced concerns regarding the safety of their children.
The Chief of Police spoke in favor of the residents’ request and stated that motorists have been registered driving up to 40 mph on Northcote Road.
This resolution adds to the Mountain Brook City Council’s list of road’s speed limits that have been adjusted for safety purposes, including Overton Road and Pine Ridge Road.
