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MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) — Some positive news in Milwaukee: the city has seen real improvements from traffic calming measures.

That's according to the Department of Public Works.

The impacts of some projects are clear, both from the numbers and the satisfied neighbors.

"Cars would just fly around corners, through stop signs, and at excessive speeds down the street," said Peter Hertel-Meirose.

He has lived in Milwaukee's Walker Square neighborhood for 13 years, and safety is his number one concern.

"Our oldest is 9, and we wouldn't let him cross the street before some of this traffic calming," Hertel-Meirose said.

Recently, he and his neighbors have seen Washington Street change for the better - with curb extensions, bump-outs, and a new traffic circle.

"Now that cars are just taki

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