The Washington City Council met Tuesday in regular session. On the agenda for discussion was a reading of an ordinance that would amend the speed zone on a part of Highway 92. Specifically, a nearly quarter-mile stretch from Wiley Avenue to Airport Road. The amendment states that the speed limit would go from 55 miles per hour to 45 miles per hour. Washington Mayor Rosien talks about some of the concerns that the council has regarding the changes. He states, “This was related to a study the DOT did in 2020, and these are the results and recommendations that just came from that study, but came a matter of thirty days ago, which is why it’s on its second reading. Since it’s been three years, or specifically on the East side, that these recommendations follow 2020, but we’ve had development including the addition of a driveway, right on to that state highway.” Concerns regarding new developments in the area since that study was completed in 2020 caused discussion among the council. The amendment was approved pending gathering more information from the Iowa DOT and the possibility of another speed study occurring in the area. The amendment for a third reading will be added to the next City Council meeting.