Habersham County crews recently installed speed bumps around the recreation complex located off Franklin Road near Clarkesville.
Habersham County Public Information Officer Rob Moore said the installation was in response to safety concerns as the facility usage continues to increase daily.
“The installation of speed breakers near the Habersham County Ruby Fulbright Aquatic Center and on our adjacent recreation campus is to make the area safer for all users, young and old,” Habersham County Parks and Recreation Director Brooke Whitmire said. “People walk along that road and our young athletes and their sometimes smaller siblings often can be found moving to and from parking lots to ballfields and courts.”
Members of the community and county employees raised concerns about speeding vehicles in the area.
“We know people hate speed bumps,” Whitmire said. “This decision was not made lightly, but when walkers and other users are endangered, we have to take steps to curb the problem and maintain a safe environment for all to enjoy.”
