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One of local communities (Lake Stevens) actually changed its speed limits based upon the 85% rule. It was formerly one of the more congested little towns in our area. We saw a noticeable improvement when they did this.
It's such a simple concept. It's based upon the idea that most citizens are responsible, and will drive in a reasonable manner, and really don't want to hit anything or cause accidents. They just want to get safely where they are going. Most folks will exercise good judgment when behind the wheel. Most folks feel comfortable at about the same speed as everyone else on the same road. What a great concept; citizens voting with their right foot on just how fast they should be allowed to drive on a given road. And gubmint bureaucrats trusting them to do so. Implementing the will of the people they govern. Wonderful idea; and it seems to work. When 85% of the population at large can agree on anything, they are probably right...
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Jeff
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"God invented whiskey so the Irish wouldn't rule the world"
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