For decades, the Tara-Leeway Heights Civic Association and residents have advocated for a safe neighborhood.

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​The satellite images below show the evolution of 18th & Patrick Henry since the 1980s from our continuing efforts.

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During planning for the new Cardinal Elementary School in 2017/2018, traffic engineers & parents identified 18th & Patick Henry as needing more safety changes.

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For 7 years, the Civic Association worked with parents, neighbors, local PTAs, and County staff to press the County Board to make this a 4-way stop.  A petition gained 800+ signatures.  A THLCA report details our work.

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In Spring 2024, the County installed a 4-way stop.​​