With the new traffic flow, the area may feel more inviting for outdoor seating. Does the City encourage businesses to use sidewalk space for seating?
Yes. Enhancing sidewalks with elements such as seating, trees and [...]
How will traffic transition once you pass Symons on George Washington Way?
The experience for northbound travelers will be similar to how [...]
Between Swift Blvd. and Williams Blvd., will people need to cross near the Greenbelt Trail to get past Jadwin? Is the City considering widening the trail for easier access?
There will be improved mid-block pedestrian crossings on George Washington [...]
Is there a diagram to show how the turn at the George Washington Way and Jadwin intersection will work?
Yes. Detailed designs have been completed, and a full map [...]
The sidewalks in front of Park Place (the retail area) are currently wide. Will they be changed in any way?
No changes are planned to the sidewalk itself. Improvements to [...]
Restaurants on George Washington Way have reported losing evening business. Is there a plan to support them during times of construction?
The City is actively exploring ways to assist affected businesses. [...]
Is there a plan to reassess the City’s bike lane code and bike rack standards?
Yes. The City is reviewing and updating both the bike [...]
Have you been working with Ben Franklin Transit?
Yes. The team has been working closely with Ben Franklin [...]
How will potential conflict points between bikes and cars be addressed, especially where driveways cross protected bike lanes?
Driveways will include clear pavement markings and visual cues to [...]
If we invest heavily in the downtown area but still have vacant buildings, what is the plan to attract viable businesses?
Infrastructure improvements like The Downtown Loop often serve as a [...]
