Concerns over road safety in Hopewell Valley are driving significant changes, with new stop signs, reduced speed limits, and broader discussions about mobility and pedestrian safety. Recent updates at both Township- and County-controlled intersections reflect growing efforts to address traffic issues raised by residents and officials.
New All-Way Stops and Speed Limit Reductions
As part of a traffic calming initiative, Hopewell Township and Mercer County are implementing two new all-way stops and lowering speed limits at key intersections:
- Pennington-Titusville Road and Scotch Road: Beginning on or around March 12, Hopewell Township will install an all-way stop at Pennington-Titusville Road and Scotch Road, accompanied by a reduced speed limit approaching the intersection.
- Pennington-Harbourton Road / Scotch Road / Burd Road: On or about March 24, Mercer County will implement an all-way stop at Pennington-Harbourton Road (County Route 623), Scotch Road, and Burd Road, and has already lower the speed limit to 35 mph on Pennington-Harbourton Road between Trenton-Harbourton Road (County Route 579) and Route 31.
Hopewell Township Mayor Courtney Peters-Manning emphasized the importance of these measures. “These safety improvements have been a priority for the Township Committee, and we appreciate Mercer County’s responsiveness to our concerns. Lowering the speed limit and adding four-way stops at these key intersections will help keep drivers and pedestrians safer,” she said.
Community Conversations About Traffic Safety
Beyond these immediate changes, traffic safety has become a growing concern across Hopewell Valley, with ongoing discussions at both municipal and county levels.
- Traffic concerns in Pennington Borough: At the February Pennington Borough Council meeting, residents voiced concerns about speeding, pedestrian safety, and increased traffic.
- Pennington’s Mobility Plan review: As part of Master Plan 2025, Pennington Borough’s draft Mobility Plan element is now available for public review. This document outlines strategies for improving traffic flow, pedestrian access, and overall safety in the Borough. The Planning Board will consider it for conditional adoption at its March 12 meeting. Residents can review the draft plan on the Borough website and submit comments via email to the Land Use Coordinator at planning@penningtonboro.org.
- New traffic light at Route 31 and Ingleside: A new traffic signal will be installed at this busy Hopewell Township intersection to improve safety.
- Mercer County seeks community input: The County has launched an effort to gather public feedback on making roads safer and is encouraging residents to share concerns and suggestions.
With increased public concern and new traffic safety measures rolling out across the region, local officials and county leaders are working to create safer conditions for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. As these projects move forward, MercerMe will continue to provide updates on road safety initiatives in Hopewell Valley.
Photos by Seth Siditsky
