Speed Bumps Coming to Aero Acres

Speeding along Fuselage Avenue is about to become more difficult.

As a result of lobbying by area residents, Baltimore County will install six speed bumps along the road between Middle River and Compass roads this month.

County public works spokesman David Fidler said speed bumps such as the ones being installed cost about $3,000 each, for a total cost of about $18,000 for all six. The project is expected to be completed by the end of the month.

said speeding has been an issue along the road for several years.  The speed limit is 25 mph, yet Driscoll said it is not unusual for motorists to be going twice that posted speed.

Many residents, Driscoll said, were concerned about the safety of young children as there is a tot lot along with a baseball field——not far from the road.

Driscoll said 82 of about 92 eligible homeowners along Fuselage Avenue signed a petition requesting the traffic calming devices.

“We’re worried about the safety of the children in our community,” Driscoll said. “The police have been working with us on this issue and we’re thankful the county is coming through to place these traffic calming devices in our neighborhood.”

Baltimore County police Captain Michael DiPaula, of the Essex precinct, said speeding had been a reoccurring issue along Fuselage Avenue. He added that his officers have increased speed traps along the road in recent years, but believes the traffic calming devices will offer a long-term solution to the issue.

“Most of those speeding along the road were people who actually lived in Aero Acres,” DiPaula said. “The residents have worked well with us to address what they consider a quality of life issue in their community.

“I’m glad for them that the county is taking additional action. It shows the county is willing to listen to the needs of residents.”