Title
Adopt a Resolution Supporting a North Carolina Department of Transportation Safety Project
Action
Action:
Adopt a resolution supporting a safety project on East W.T. Harris Boulevard at Delta Crossing Lane to improve traffic safety in support of the Strategic Mobility Plan.
Body
Staff Resource(s):
Debbie Smith, Transportation
David Smith, Transportation
Explanation
§ The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has conducted an evaluation of crash history at the intersection of East W.T. Harris Boulevard (NC 24) and Delta Crossing Lane.
§ The evaluation revealed a history of crashes for vehicles exiting Delta Crossing Lane.
§ NCDOT has proposed the installation of concrete medians on East W.T. Harris Boulevard at Delta Crossing Lane to redirect left turns from Delta Crossing Lane.
§ Vehicles wishing to turn left have a convenient U-turn opportunity approximately a third of a mile to the south.
§ NCDOT will fully fund the cost of these improvements.
§ A resolution of support is required for the use of NCDOT Highway Safety Improvement Project funding.
§ The project supports the Strategic Mobility Plan, adopted by Council in June 2022, by advancing a safe transportation system for all users.
§ The intersection is located in Council District 5.
Fiscal Note
Funding: NCDOT Funding
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