Pedestrian safety at Wisconsin/George and De Pere High School roundabout
De Pere, WI
Summary
A resident says crossing Wisconsin and George Streets is so difficult some people avoid the farmers market, and students struggle at the high school roundabout. Her ideas — no left turns on green, longer crossing signals, flashing beacons — will go to the Parking and Traffic Committee in October.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
Unknown — potential costs for signal upgrades or flashing beacons not yet estimated.
Pedestrians, farmers market visitors, and De Pere High School students walking to and from school.
Drivers could face stricter enforcement or new signage if the city acts.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Common Council - Sep 15, 2026
A resident says crossing Wisconsin and George Streets is so difficult some people avoid the farmers market, and students struggle at the high school roundabout. Her ideas — no left turns on green, longer crossing signals, flashing beacons — will go to the Parking and Traffic Committee in October.
Common Council - Sep 1, 2026
A resident told the council that drivers repeatedly fail to yield to pedestrians at the George Street crosswalk and the Chicago Street roundabout near the high school, describing a near-collision and rude confrontation. She wants illuminated signage or enforcement to force drivers to stop.
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