City proposes innovative traffic circles to enhance safety

During a recent government meeting, officials discussed a series of proposed traffic safety improvements for Acland Street, aimed at reducing speeding and enhancing driver awareness. The plan includes the installation of rubberized traffic circles at the intersection of Elliott and Acland, designed to slow down vehicles as they navigate through the area. These circles will feature yellow reflective markings and be filled with asphalt, making them easier to implement compared to traditional roundabouts.

The proposed changes also include the addition of three sets of speed cushions along Acland between 12th and Wedgewood. These cushions are strategically placed to ensure they do not interfere with nearby driveways, maintaining a safe distance of at least 15 feet. A radar feedback sign will be installed on the steep section of Acland to alert drivers of their speed as they approach the intersection, addressing concerns about vehicles entering the area too quickly.

Further enhancements include a bull belt configuration at the intersection of 10th and Acland, which will feature painted bulb-outs and delineator posts to improve visibility and traffic flow. The meeting emphasized the importance of these measures in creating a safer environment for both drivers and pedestrians in the community.