Oakland residents fighting for speed bumps along street where chase lead to fatal crash

East Oakland residents persistently seek speed bumps on East 21st Street following a CHP chase that ended in the fatality of Marvin Boomer, an Oakland high school teacher. Longtime resident Sarah Polk highlights the excessive speed of vehicles, likening it to freeway traffic. Michael Andemescal leads community efforts, lamenting the lack of action from city officials after numerous complaints about speeding and sideshows. In a bid for safety, residents installed their own speed bumps last summer, only to have the city remove them recently. Josh Rowan, director of Oakland's Department of Transportation, acknowledges the community's frustration but states that DIY solutions are not viable.

He mentions the department's plan to install approved speed bumps within two months and to address sideshow issues with interference posts. Despite these assurances, Andemescal remains doubtful about the city's commitment to resolving the traffic problems. The ongoing community push for safety measures underscores the urgent need for effective traffic management in the area.