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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Stow public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Pedestrian Crossing on Young Road at Sierra Vista
A resident asked why the new Young Road sidewalk has no crossing at Sierra Vista. The city says it doesn't recommend mid-block crossings there and is instead adding striping and signage at Duquesne Drive.
Rising traffic crashes and speeding
Crashes hit a five-year high of 1,013 in 2025, up 17%, and keep climbing in 2026. Young asked what's being done about speeding and red-light running; the captain says proactive traffic enforcement has increased and the department responds to complaints.
Graham Road sidewalks and connectivity
Cyle Feldman pressed for timelines on Graham Road fixes and a third turn lane; there are no turn-lane plans. Finance officials explained they won't earmark large sidewalk sums early but will fund projects when ready.
Connectivity, sidewalks and safety priorities for 2026-2027
New sidewalks at Adell Durbin Park and Route 91 are done, but the Bike and Hike crossing near the future amphitheater is unmarked and grant funding for Norton Road improvements keeps getting rejected. Council may tap city money and ask residents whether they want sidewalks.
Fishcreek Road/Stow Road roundabout
The city locked in $3.6 million in federal CMAQ money for the roundabout at Fishcreek and Stow Roads. That's one of the area's busiest and trickiest intersections.