Write a concerned letter from me, to the Brentwood Homeowners Association, about the hit-and-run accident that happened last Friday, injuring a 80-year-old. People are always getting struck by cars in the neighborhood, and I've even seen animals get injured due to wreckless drivers not obeying the 45mph speed limit. The letters' purpose is to ask for the speed limit to be reduced to 35mph, and that speed humps be installed on the busiest streets in the subdivision. Say something about wanting "our" kids to be safe. Right now kids can't even ride their bikes, mention that too. Outline the reasons, starting with hyphens, why the speed humps will be advantageous to the residents. The reasons are: speed reduction, drivers are more aware at slower speeds, kids will be safer, and it will keep the drivers car safe from damage, you can elaborate on these points to make them sound better. Keep it under 350 words, though, and sign it "Janie Briggs".

Brentwood Homeowners' Association,

I am writing this letter in regard to the recent hit-and-run accident that occurred last Friday in our subdivision, involving an 80-year-old resident. This was not the first accident that occurred in our subdivision, and it won't be the last unless we address the matter appropriately. There has been an ongoing safety concern for some time now, with the speed limit on our streets at 45mph, which drivers carelessly ignore. Many residents complain about their children not being able to even ride a bike because they fear for their safety, which is understandable. I have personally witnessed innocent animals fall victim to the wreckless driving as well. It's time to take action!
Our neighborhood is not safe anymore, and we need to step up to enforce new rules, and implement additional features to reduce speeds. What I am requesting is for the HOA to install speed humps in the areas with the most traffic that have proven to be a concern. I feel it is also important that we change the speed limit to 35, which is the standard for neighborhoods this size.

The speed humps are beneficial because:

-The humps cause drivers to slow down considerably, at a rate of 10-15 mph. This encourages drive responsibly, and increases the safety of residents.
-Drivers who slow down are more aware of their surroundings, and more likely to read the signs posted near the humps. 
-If drivers ignore the humps, they are likely to damage their vehicle. 
-Our children are less likely to be hit by a car if this safety feature is installed.

I am very optimistic and hopeful for the installation to take place, to reduce the hazards we are now experiencing. Please take into consideration these additions that I have outlined for the safety of our residents. 

Sincerely, 
Janie Briggs