Resident urges traffic control around Blotnik Bridge during upcoming work

Sep 16, 2026

During public comment Bob Martin urged council to address traffic safety near the Blotnik Bridge and Belknap Avenue, citing fast-moving vehicles, backed-up intersections at Tower & Belknap, and a March timetable for demolition-related work.

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Bob Martin spoke during the public-comment period to raise safety concerns about traffic near the Blotnik Bridge and Belknap Avenue. He said drivers entering from the bridge approach the intersection at speed and frequently become trapped when signals at Tower & Belknap and Belknap & Banks change, causing lengthy backups that block other movements.

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