<body><div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1iaHNt_0wCAomwZ00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1iaHNt_0wCAomwZ00" width="500" height="282" >Residents have voiced their concerns over the speeding traffic on Route 281 in the City of Cortland and again brought up the issue during Tuesday’s Common Council meeting. The main concern is motorists not slowing down from the posted 45 mph speed limit to the 35 mph limit within the city limits on Route 281.Over the summer, Cortland Mayor Scott Steve sent a correspondence to the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) regarding a traffic study on Route 281 and possible speed limit reduction on the stretch of road.X101 News had spoken with NYSDOT Region 3 Public Information Officer, TeNesha Murphy who confirmed the NYSDOT is currently conducting a review of Route 281 within the City of Cortland. Murphy did note the anticipation completion of the study will be done sometime in 2025<blockquote>“Safety is always the priority for the New York State Department of Transportation and we are always willing to engage with our local partners to discuss concerns and areas for potential enhancements.” TeNesha said to X101 News.</blockquote></div></body>

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NYSDOT Conducting Review of Route 281 Within City of Cortland

Residents have voiced their concerns over the speeding traffic on Route 281 in the City of Cortland and again brought up the issue during Tuesday’s Common Council meeting. The main concern is motorists not slowing down from the posted 45 mph speed limit to the 35 mph limit within the city limits on Route 281.