Summary
Roy is dealing with a scary spike in pedestrian accidents, with three incidents happening in just two weeks. City officials are under pressure to fast-track safety upgrades like better crosswalks and traffic-calming measures.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 8
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jul 7, 2026.
Impact analysis
Unknown, but residents argue it is a cost-effective alternative to constant police presence.
Families and pedestrians living along the corridor.
Drivers may face minor delays if traffic calming measures are implemented.
Mentions & discussions (10)
Roy City Council — July 7, 2026
Residents presented a petition for speed control measures due to reckless driving and recent accidents.
May 5, 2026 Roy City Council Town Hall Meeting — May 5, 2026
A resident requested flashing lights at a busy crosswalk near Midland Elementary to protect school children from speeding traffic.
Roy City Council — March 3, 2026
The city wants to create a clear, step-by-step guide for residents who want traffic-calming devices like speed circles in their neighborhoods. This would help residents understand the requirements and reduce frustration by making the process more predictable.
Planning Commission — February 24, 2026
The city is reviewing parking rules to ensure that parking cars or RVs in front yards doesn't block visibility for drivers or pedestrians or overwhelm storm drains.
Roy City Council — December 16, 2025
Residents expressed appreciation for new flashing lights at crosswalks and requested additional painted crosswalks at high-traffic intersections.
Roy City Council — December 2, 2025
Residents expressed concern about speeding and lack of crossing guards at roundabouts, specifically at 2200 West and 6000 South.
Roy City Council — November 18, 2025
Residents are worried about dangerous intersections, specifically at 6000 South and 2200 West, and are calling for better crosswalk safety measures.
Roy City Police investigate third auto-pedestrian accident in just over two weeks
Roy City Police investigate third auto-pedestrian accident in just over two weeks ABC4 Utah
Roy City Planning Commission — March 25, 2025
The city is considering allowing circular driveways and turnarounds on busy streets so residents don't have to back out into traffic.
Roy City plans more traffic ‘calming circles’ despite pushback from drivers
Roy City plans more traffic ‘calming circles’ despite pushback from drivers FOX 13 News Utah
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