Council authorizes $75,000 to start safety study for Main Street/Hilliard Rome Road corridor
Sep 29, 2026
Council approved authorization of $75,000 to hire Carpenter Marty Transportation to begin planning, public engagement and alternatives development for safety improvements on the five‑lane section of Main Street/Hilliard Rome Road, with a final study expected in 2027 and potential HSIP grant pursuit.
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Council authorized a professional services contract and an initial $75,000 expenditure on Sept. 28 to begin planning and public engagement for safety improvements along the five‑lane section of Main Street/Hilliard Rome Road (south of Derby Road). The consultant (Carpenter Marty Transportation) will help develop alternatives to improve pedestrian crossings, lower vehicle speeds and identify preferred options for later grant applications.
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