Title
North Carolina Department of Transportation Safety Project on South Tryon Street
Action
Action:
Adopt a resolution supporting a North Carolina Department of Transportation safety project on South Tryon Street at Freeland Lane to improve traffic safety in support of the city’s Strategic Mobility Plan goals.
Body
Staff Resource(s):
Debbie Smith, Transportation
Charlie Jones, Transportation
Geoffrey Sloop, Transportation
Explanation
§ The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has conducted an evaluation of the crash history at the intersection of South Tryon Street at Freeland Lane in Council District 3.
§ The evaluation revealed a history of crashes for pedestrians and left-turning vehicles on both South Tryon Street and Freeland Lane.
§ NCDOT has proposed the installation of a concrete median and pedestrian hybrid beacon (PHB) on South Tryon Street to restrict left turns on both South Tryon Street and Freeland Lane and provide a signalized crossing across South Tryon Street.
§ NCDOT will fully fund the cost of these improvements.
§ The project requires a resolution of support for the use of NCDOT Highway Safety Improvement Project funding.
§ The project supports the city’s Strategic Mobility Plan goals by advancing a safe transportation system for all users.
§ NCDOT anticipates beginning design in fiscal year 2027.
Fiscal Note
Funding: North Carolina Department of Transportation
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