Will a stop sign reduce speeding in my neighborhood?
Because a stop sign is used to assign right-of-way at an intersection, it is not an effective means to control speeding. Research shows that where stop signs are installed as deterrents or speed breakers, there are high incidences of intentional violations resulting in accidents.

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1. How do I report a pothole in the street, or a cracked or uneven sidewalk?
2. Can I put up my own sign in the City's right-of-way?
3. How are speed limits determined between 25 and 55 mph?
4. How can I get a speed limit sign placed on my street to slow traffic?
5. What is the purpose of a stop sign?
6. Will a stop sign reduce speeding in my neighborhood?
7. Will increasing the use of stop signs in my neighborhood better control traffic?
8. How can I get a stop sign on my street?
9. What are the uses for multi-way and two-way stop signs?
10. I would like to put up Neighborhood Watch signs, how do I do that?
11. Why are traffic signals needed?
12. How are signals timed?
13. Are there any disadvantages to traffic signals?