The mission of the Safety Committee is to identify and investigate safety concerns facing the residents and patrons of the Village of Midlothian. This mission includes improving the community and giving residents and patrons a mechanism to address safety concerns throughout the Village. After identifying and investigating safety issues, the Committee summarizes findings and makes recommendations to the Village Board of Trustees.
As example, but not all inclusive, the Committee can make recommendations on:
Traffic concerns
School crossings/children’s safety
Speed bumps
Stop signs
Crosswalks
Changing traffic flow
Parking
Buildings, Streets and Public Ways
Dangerous sidewalks
Poor lighting conditions
Dilapidated public areas and streets
Abandoned buildings
Unkempt homes or lots
Overgrown vegetation and trees
General Safety
Concerns between business owners and residents
Concerns between residents
Rodent control
Ordinance modifications or changes pertaining to public safety