Title
Adopt a Resolution Supporting a North Carolina Department of Transportation Safety Project
Action
Action:
Adopt a resolution supporting a safety project on South Boulevard at Sharon Lakes Road to improve traffic safety in support of the Vision Zero Action Plan.
Body
Staff Resource(s):
Liz Babson, Transportation
Angela Berry, Transportation
Explanation
§ The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has conducted an evaluation of crash history at the intersection of South Boulevard (SR 3998) and Sharon Lakes Road.
§ The evaluation revealed a history of angle crashes for vehicles exiting a driveway immediately south of Sharon Lakes Road.
§ NCDOT has proposed the installation of a concrete median on South Boulevard south of Sharon Lakes Road to restrict left turns to and from the driveway entrance.
§ 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 Vision Zero Action Plan by advancing a safe transportation system for all users.
§ NCDOT anticipates beginning design in fiscal year 2022.
§ This intersection is adjacent to Council Districts 3 and 6.
Fiscal Note
Funding: North Carolina Department of Transportation
Attachments
Attachment(s)
Map
Resolution