Letter to Editor: Crosswalk Danger on Main Street

 Dear Edmonson Voice Editor:

I am writing concerning a safety issue in Brownsville. I do not know if this is a city, county, or state issue, so I would like to address all road departments and governing bodies.

Last night was the Christmas event at the Community Center. I was on my way home when I came thru Brownsville. As I came close to the community center cross walk I caught a glimpse of a person in the cross walk. I saw him just in time to miss him. Very close call. The worst part was there were kids on the bank side sidewalk that were seen at about the same time. I thank God that those kids were not directly behind him. If they were it would have been bad. The guy in the crosswalk was really mad, I do not blame him but I honestly didn’t see him.

Whomever has authority over lighting in this area I beg you to get some good lighting installed in this crosswalk area. Please do not use those blue pole lights, as they do not help much, please use white lights. This area is very poorly illuminated and it’s worse when people wear dark clothing. This area is busy at night because of community events and the crosswalk area is dangerous.

Thank You,
Brad Brooks,
Windyville