Residents of Westboro Drive are gearing up for a significant change as the City of Nashville moves forward with a traffic calming plan aimed at enhancing safety and reducing speed on their street. During a recent meeting held on July 26, 2025, city officials shared details about the next steps in the project, which has garnered positive feedback from the community.

The traffic calming initiative will involve detailed fieldwork to determine the optimal placement of traffic calming devices, such as speed bumps, along Westboro Drive. City representatives emphasized the importance of community involvement, stating that residents will have the opportunity to review the detailed plans before construction begins. "We want you as the residents on the street to review and see where exactly the devices would be installed," one official noted.

The process begins with an application from residents, followed by data collection and a neighborhood meeting to present the concept plan. After gathering feedback, the city will create a detailed design that will be shared with the community. A crucial part of the process is the online balloting, where at least 66% of residents must support the project for it to move forward. The voting period will last six weeks, and residents will receive postcards with unique IDs to ensure fair voting.

Officials also highlighted the importance of communication, encouraging residents to check in with neighbors to ensure everyone receives their voting materials. "We want everyone to have the opportunity to know about the project and vote on it," they stated.

As the city aims to streamline the timeline for project installation, residents can expect the construction phase to begin approximately 8 to 10 months after the ballot closes, pending community approval. The meeting concluded with a strong sense of consensus among attendees, many expressing their support for the proposed traffic calming measures.

This initiative marks a proactive step towards improving safety on Westboro Drive, reflecting Nashville's commitment to community engagement and responsive urban planning. Residents are encouraged to stay informed through the city's traffic calming website, where they can access project updates and provide ongoing feedback.