Brookside drive speed limit to be lowered

Brookside Drive Speed Limit to be Lowered

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July 26, 2023
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TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Township Council has proposed lowering the speed limit on Brookside Drive from 40 miles per hour to 35. This comes after a series of other measures were passed to reduce speed limits in town by the council.

Earlier this month, the Township Council of Toms River introduced two ordinances aimed at enhancing traffic safety in the area.

The first ordinance focuses on reducing speed limits, while the second establishes new stop intersections at specific locations.

These measures are part of the council’s ongoing efforts to prioritize the safety of residents and motorists within the township.

The town council passed the measure on Wednesday, and will be voted on again in a final reading at the next town council meeting.

The proposed amendments and supplements were presented during the first reading of the ordinances at a recent council meeting. The first ordinance, amending and supplementing Section 477-79, Schedule XXI (Speed Limits) of Chapter 477 (Vehicles and Traffic) of the Township Code, suggests reducing the speed limits on various roads throughout the township:

  1. Cardinal Drive: Speed limit to be lowered from 35 mph to 25 mph for the entire length.
  2. South Shore Drive: Speed limit to be reduced from 35 mph to 25 mph for the entire length.
  3. Colonial Drive: Speed limit to be decreased from 30 mph to 25 mph for the entire length.
  4. Continental Avenue: Speed limit to be adjusted from 30 mph to 25 mph for the entire length.
  5. Schencks Mill Line Road: Speed limit to be reduced from 45 mph to 25 mph from Hooper Avenue to the northerly terminus.

The council believes that these speed limit adjustments will contribute to improved road safety, ensuring safer conditions for motorists and pedestrians along these roadways.

The second ordinance focuses on amending and supplementing Section 477-70, Schedule XII (Stop Intersections) of Chapter 477 (Vehicles and Traffic) of the Township Code. The proposal aims to establish new stop intersections at two specific locations:

  1. Intersection of Jumping Brook and Rolling Ridge
  2. Intersection of Rolling Ridge and Rivers Edge Lane

By implementing stop intersections at these locations, the council aims to enhance traffic safety by improving the flow of vehicles and reducing the risk of accidents.

Both ordinances are intended to promote the safety and well-being of Toms River residents. They represent a proactive approach by the Townsh

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