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Westminster Oaks residents protested the removal of a decorative crosswalk.

Florida Department of Transportation ordered the removal, citing non-compliance with traffic control standards.

Residents argued the crosswalk enhanced safety and one person protested by lying down in the street.

Leon County officials confirmed they will comply with the state order.

Residents hope to raise broader awareness and reverse the decision.

When Westminster Oaks residents got word that a Leon County road crew had arrived Wednesday evening , phones started ringing.

“People just started calling people and they got in their golf carts and we got out there as quick as we can,” said Sally Butzin, a resident of one of the largest senior living communities in Tallahassee.

At about 6:30

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